USF Women playing Tennessee in the AAC/SEC Challenge at 6:30pm SECN+/ESPN+

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AAC/SEC CHALLENGE

• AT   6:30pm

  TENNESSEE

  KNOXVILLE, TENN.

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Special Night on Tap for Sydni Harvey as No. 21 USF Faces No. 15 Tennessee on Monday

Monday’s game is the first game of a daunting five game stretch against some of the nation’s best teams.

 

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GAME THREE | MON., NOV. 15 | 6:30 P.M. | KNOXVILLE, TENN. | THOMPSON-BOLING ARENA

 

GAMEDAY INFORMATION

TV/Online: SECN+                                        

Bob Kesling (PxP), Steve Hamer (Color)

Audio: Bulls Unlimited (iHeartRadio/GoUSFBulls.com)

Darek Sharp (PxP)

Live Stats: GoUSFBulls.com/StatBroadcast

Series: First meeting

Twitter Updates: @USFWBB

Tickets: 1 (800) 332-VOLS

 

NO. 21/22 USF BULLS | 2-0

Last Game: Nov. 11 vs. Alabama State, W, 72-37

Next Game: Nov. 20 vs. Syracuse, 2:30 p.m.

Head Coach: Jose Fernandez

Alma Mater: FIU, 1994

Career Record: 394-276 (22nd season)

at USF: Same

 

NO. 15/12 TENNESSEE LADY VOLS | 2-0

Last Game: Nov. 12 at Central Florida, W, 49-41

Next Game: Nov. 21 vs. Texas, 1 p.m.

Head Coach: Kelly Harper

Alma Mater: Tennessee, 1999

Career Record: 325-226 (18th season)

at Tennessee: 40-18 (Third season)

 

By Joey Johnston

 

When USF women’s basketball guard Sydni Harvey enters Thompson-Boling Arena for Monday night’s game against the No. 15-ranked Tennessee Lady Vols, it might seem like a dream come true.

 

After all, Harvey grew up in Nashville, about two hours away. Some of her earliest basketball memories involve watching Candace Parker, the star of Coach Pat Summitt’s eighth national-championship team (2008).

 

As it turns out, though, orange was never Harvey’s favorite color.

 

Now it’s all about the USF green and gold.

 

“I’ve been to some Tennessee games and I played for an AAU team that was based in Knoxville,’’ Harvey said. “When I was younger, though, I think I thought more about playing for Vanderbilt right in town (Nashville). But the way it turned out, I was blessed to end up at USF. I think it all worked out for the best.’’

 

For Harvey.

 

And for the Bulls.

 

“We’ve had a lot of talent in this program the last few years and sometimes some kids don’t get the attention they deserve,’’ USF coach Jose Fernandez said. “Sydni is extremely talented and a major part of what we do.’’

 

The No. 21-ranked Bulls (2-0) got an indication of that Thursday night when Harvey scored a game-high 22 points in a 72-37 victory against Alabama State. Harvey had 19 points in the first half, hitting four 3-pointers before most of the fans had found their seats at the Yuengling Center.

 

Harvey, a 5-foot-10 junior who left Nashville’s Brentwood Academy as the program’s all-time leading scorer (2,091), was the Most Outstanding Player at last season’s American Athletic Conference Tournament, which the Bulls captured to earn an automatic NCAA bid.

 

“That made me even more excited to work harder and maybe earn some more accolades,’’ said Harvey, who averaged 11.7 points per game last season. “We’re definitely excited for the challenge of playing at Tennessee. And all the other high-level teams we’re going to be player, we’ve been preparing for that all preseason. We’re all pumped for what’s ahead of us here at USF.’’

 

Harvey didn’t have USF on her radar until she was discovered by former Bulls assistant coach Jessica Burks-Wiley. Harvey, largely flying below the recruiting radar, was considering Florida Gulf Coast, Bradley and Furman among others. Burks-Wiley worked quickly and secured a campus visit for Harvey. That sealed the deal.

 

“I couldn’t believe how nice USF was,’’ Harvey said. “Who doesn’t love the Florida weather? The facilities were amazing. I thought it was cool how many international kids were in the program. I was sold.’’

 

Harvey has been an instrumental part of USF women’s basketball ever since.

 

“I feel like people forget about Syd,’’ USF senior center Shae Leveret said. “She’s capable, on any given night, of carrying our team. She has that kind of talent, but she just doesn’t think about herself. It’s about the team and that’s why everybody loves her so much.’’

 

“I know the opposing teams are worried about her,’’ USF junior point guard Elisa Pinzan said. “If she’s open, she’s going to hit the shot. She’s a very skilled basketball player.’’

 

Perhaps it’s in the genes. She’s the daughter of Tim Harvey, who played basketball at Georgia Tech (1982-84), then transferred to the University of Miami (1985-87) when the Hurricanes revived their men’s basketball program. Harvey’s father and mother, Doretha, were always supportive for all her endeavors. But her father, understandably, took a special interest in basketball.

 

“I think he was really super happy when I started playing basketball,’’ Harvey said. “His influence has always been there. He always had advice and would constantly talk to me about my game. Sometimes, that was hard to hear when I was younger. But he just wanted what was best for me and I think it paid off in the long run.’’

 

Harvey said her parents will be part of a 15-person family contingent at the USF-Tennessee game. Some of Harvey’s high-school friends go to college in Knoxville, and they will be there, too.

 

Maybe it’s not a true homecoming — Harvey’s hometown is more than 100 miles away — but it’s still special. When the Bulls face their rigorous schedule — Tennessee, maybe UConn, Stanford, among others — Harvey will be a big part of directing them toward another NCAA bid.

 

“Syd embraces her role, works really hard and always comes through,’’ USF senior forward Bethy Mununga said. “She’s a huge part of our success. I’m so glad she’s on our team.’’

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Assuming SECN+ comes with ESPN+ and/or ESPN app??

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Special Night on Tap for Sydni Harvey as No. 21 USF Faces No. 15 Tennessee on Monday - USF Athletics

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Monday's game is the first game of a daunting five game stretch against some of the nations best teams.

Watch Live | Listen Live
 
GAME THREE | MON., NOV. 15 | 6:30 P.M. | KNOXVILLE, TENN. | THOMPSON-BOLING ARENA
 
GAMEDAY INFORMATION
TV/Online: SECN+                                        
Bob Kesling (PxP), Steve Hamer (Color)
Audio: Bulls Unlimited (iHeartRadio/GoUSFBulls.com)
Darek Sharp (PxP)
Live Stats: GoUSFBulls.com/StatBroadcast
Series: First meeting
Twitter Updates: @USFWBB
Tickets: 1 (800) 332-VOLS
 
NO. 21/22 USF BULLS | 2-0
Last Game: Nov. 11 vs. Alabama State, W, 72-37
Next Game: Nov. 20 vs. Syracuse, 2:30 p.m.
Head Coach: Jose Fernandez
Alma Mater: FIU, 1994
Career Record: 394-276 (22nd season)
at USF: Same
 
NO. 15/12 TENNESSEE LADY VOLS | 2-0
Last Game: Nov. 12 at Central Florida, W, 49-41
Next Game: Nov. 21 vs. Texas, 1 p.m.
Head Coach: Kelly Harper
Alma Mater: Tennessee, 1999
Career Record: 325-226 (18th season)
at Tennessee: 40-18 (Third season)

Edited November 15, 2021 by MikeG

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It is on ESPN +

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15 minutes ago, Brad said:

 

Edited November 16, 2021 by BDYZR

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Just now, BDYZR said:

16-16 at 5:00 in the first half

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LADY BULLS up 27-20 at the half.

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