NC State started out slow as CJ Leslie found early foul issues. Freshman Ryan Harrow came into the game to open up NC State’s lead to ten, 40-30 with 3:01 left in the first half. George Mason put together a late run to cut the Wolfpack’s lead to 45-38. Game summary to come shortly.
NC State pulls away in the second half despite Tracy Smith being out with a knee injury. Lorenzo Brown leads the pack with 16 points while freshman sensation Ryan Harrow had 11 points and 10 assist. NC State will await the winner of George Mason and Charlotte.
NC State 85
East Carolina 65
NC State started out a bit slow, score going back and forth. The Wolfpack opening up a late eight point lead with 3 seconds remaing on a CJ Williams basketball. Pretty much as expected. Look for the Pack to get Tracy Smith involved more in the second half. NC State 37 ECU 29
As we continue our coverage of the 2010 Charleston Classic, I want to remind you guys to check out Shawdowmoss Plantation Golf Club for some great golf this weekend and also Twin River Lanes for some good clean fun at the best bowling alley in Charleston, SC.
First Round
Coastal Carolina vs Georgetown
All Hoyas in this one. Too much depth, too much talent. I expect Coastal to hang around for the first 8 minutes or so then the Hoyas will start wearing them down with the disciplined half court offense they display with skilled guards.
Georgetown 81 Coastal Carolina 64
USC Upstate vs Wofford
Wofford will take care of this rather easily and be up 12-15 by the half and pull away early in second half, allowing them to be rested for a second round battle with Georgetown.
USC Upstate 52 Wofford 71
East Carolina vs NC State
I expect this one to be pretty close, low scoring in the first half. NC state up by two at the half but pull away in the second half and win comfortably down the stretch.
East Carolina 67 NC State 79
George Mason vs Charlotte
The last game of the night should be the best…I think it will be a back and forth game but in the end, I think George Mason’s coaching experience will be the difference, but only in a nailbitter!
George Mason 68 Charlotte 63
Second Round
Georgetown vs Wofford
Historically, this would be a blow out. But not this year, in this tournament. Wofford should have a strong following in the tournament and with returning a solid team, Georgetown will be in for a fight. I expect Wofford to come out to a early lead and even lead at the half. In the end, Georgetown pulls it out as they have a superior back court and size.
Georgetown 74 Wofford 69
NC State vs George Mason
This is going to be a battle of youth versus experience. NC State will rely on the young guns of Harrow, Brown and Leslie while I expect George Mason to throw some zone looks at the Wolfpack to try to slow the running game down. Tracy Smith will dominate down on the blocks to carry NC State to a close victory.
George Mason 67 NC State 73
Finals
NC State vs Georgetown
This is the final ESPN wants and I believe they will get it this Sunday. Georgetown is trying to step it up to become a top 10 nationally ranked team. NC State looks to take this as a big chance to put them on a national stage along with a top 25 rank. Wow, a ton will be on the line here! Ryan Harrow, the future of NC State star point guard versus Chris Wright, the kid who was suppose to be the guy to run the show the last four years for NC State.. Two storied programs, going head to head. Who wins? NC State! Ryan Harrow has a breakout game to send a message to NC State fans, ACC followers, and the nation that the pack is back once again.
NC State 70 Georgetown 65
What do you guys think? Leave me a comment!
I just wanted to let all Charleston Classic visitors know about the best bowling center in all of Charleston, South Carolina. Twin River Lanes is a clean, family friendly bowling environment that features 16 lanes, 4 mini lanes. If you are bringing the kids along, this is the best place to go. Affordable and fun, featuring full arcade, billiards and more!
Also, Twin River Lanes also features Matty’s Sports Grill. After your favorite team is done playing, you can head over for a cold drink and relax with other sports fanatics while watching the top sporting events going on around the country! I must mention, they have some of the best food around so come hungry!
Lastly, all NC State Wolfpack fans are eligible for FREE bowling during the Charleston Classic. All you have to do is show your NC State game ticket stub and can bowl one game per ticket/per person!
Website: Charleston Bowling Alley
Address: 613 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mt Pleasant, SC. 29464
Phone: 843-884-7735
Staying the weekend for the Charleston Classic 2010 tournament and looking to hit the links as well? Remember, Saturday they will be zero basketballs hitting the hardwood!
Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club is the ideal choice for this upcoming weekend. Shadowmoss was carved from an original Charleston Plantation featuring beautiful Bermuda fairways and greens that were renovated in 2003. We feel that Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club offers the most value, as did Golf Magazine who said this course is a, “Fun, Well-Conditioned, Test”. Also, Golf Digest ranked it as one of the “Best Places to play in 2008.”
If you are looking for an enjoyable place to play, this is the course to be on. You will get great service from the staff at Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club . We will be playing there this weekend and I hope to see you out on the links as well!
You can book your tee time at Shawdowmoss Plantation Golf Club.
Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club is located at:
20 Dunvegan Drive, Charleston, SC. 29414
You can also book your tee time via phone at 843-556-8251.
Look for a in depth review, with pictures next weekend!
I hope everyone is getting excited about this local Charleston event. The Charleston Classic 2010 event is next weekend and college basketball season is kicking off. I have been receiving some e-mails from fans from Charlotte to Raleigh. I hope everyone can make it down for this event! The ChooseCharleston team will be covering this event from start to finish, providing predictions, interviews, game recaps and more! Lastly, look for our updates soon regarding the best hotel to stay at for the tournament, top restaurants, and attractions in Charleston!
Hope to see everyone in Charleston next weekend!
The 2010 Charleston Classic features a Southern Conference member in the Wofford Terriers. Wofford is coming off the programs first ever NCAA tournament appearance in a season they finished 26-9, 15-3 in conference. It took head coach Mike Young 8 attempts, but last season was the charm! Now, Young looks to use the Charleston Classic as a springboard to another successful season and NCAA Tournament bid. Wofford has been ranked as the 50th best basketball team in the nation by Sporting News so the talent will be there to capture the Charleston Classic 2010 title and keep it in the state of South Carolina. Wofford will look for senior Noah Dahlman to lead the way. Dahlman averaged 17.8 PPG as a junior last season. Excitement around the Wofford Terriers basketball program is at a all-time high and they will be looking to push it to the next level this season, starting with the Charleston Classic 2010 tournament.
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers join the Charleston Classic 2010 field. Coastal Carolina is coming off a great year in which they went 28-7 and 15-3 in conference play. Coastal Carolina was invited to the NIT which was the first time they had made postseason play since 1993. The Chanticleers are coached by Cliff Ellis who ranked in the top 50 for most victories all time. Ellis will be looking to senior Chad Gray, who lead the team in scoring last year, to take the Chanticleers to the NCAA tournament.
Interesting Fact: As Head Coach, Ellis took both Clemson and Auburn to sweet sixteen appearances.
Low Country Shrimp and Grits
1 pound unpeeled, medium-size fresh wild shrimp
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
4 strips of bacon
2 tablespoons canola or neutral oil
6 ounces sliced mushrooms, estimated 3 cups
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped sweet red bell pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¾ cup shrimp stock or can use chicken broth
Green tops of scallions cut thinly on diagonal line for garnish
Peel & de-vein shrimp, save peels. Combine shrimp, salt, lemon juice, and ground red pepper in a small bowl; set aside for at least 10 minutes but no longer than 20 minutes or the citrus will begin to cook the shrimp. You don’t want that! To make the shrimp stock (you can use the chicken broth), boil the shrimp shells in salted water for a few minutes and strain; remove shells and retain the broth.
You are going to love this Low Country Shrimp and Grits recipe.
Place the bacon in a non-stick skillet and cook over medium heat until it browns. Remove bacon from skillet, leaving roughly 3 tablespoons drippings in the skillet. Reserve skillet for later. Crumble the bacon up when cool and then set aside.
In a separate 10 non-stick skillet, pour in canola oil and heat over medium heat. Add the mushrooms to the hot oil and cook, tossing and stirring, until the mushrooms dry. Salt and pepper to taste, add the garlic and cook briefly, stirring. Turn the off heat and set aside.
Cook the onion and sweet red bell pepper in bacon drippings in the reserved skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle flour over vegetables; cook, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes or until flour begins to brown. Add shrimp & shrimp stock; cook, stirring constantly, 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turns pink and the gravy is smooth. Do not overcook the shrimp.
Then you are ready to eat up, Low Country style! Serves 4.
Also, read our Charleston Shrimp and Grits recipe as well for a slight different style!
