SportsLine/Lindy's reports
Nov. 12, 1999

If third-year coach Vic Trilli doesn't turn things around this season, he may be filling out a change of address form.

Trilli went 9-43 during his first two years, but now the pieces are in place for the Eagles to make a run at their first winning season since 1995-96.

Dexter Tennell and Deginald Erskin lead a sophomore group that includes Wes Allen and Kenneth Mangrum. Senior Sam Funches anchors the front court.

Look for the Eagles to challenge for the East Division's fourth and final berth in the conference tournament.

Keep an eye on

Erskin and Tennell, explosive sophomores who combined to average about 21 points last season.

Eagles at a glance

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Returning starters (4):
Deginald Erskin, F, 6-6, 220, So. (12.3 ppg, 4.4 rpg)
Dexter Tennell, G, 6-7, 195, So. (10.8 ppg, 3.0 rpg)
Brandon Gilbert, C, 6-7, 230, Sr. (6.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg)
Calvin Williams, G, 6-0, 185, Jr. (6.9 ppg, 5.3 apg)

Returning key reserves:
Kenneth Mangrum, F, 6-4, 200, So. (5.0 ppg, 2.3 rpg)
Wes Allen, G, 6-3, 190, So. (3.5 ppg, 0.7 rpg)
Sam Funches, F, 6-8, 210, Sr. (6.6 ppg, 2.8 rpg)

Newcomers to watch:
Bryan Lucas, F, 6-7, 246
Chris Davis, G, 6-6, 225
Jason Miller, F/C, 6-9, 215

Starters lost (1):
Charles Washington, F, 6-4, 200 (8.9 ppg, 8.2 rpg)

Schedule