Game Date: Dec 25th, 2049

Niagara

Team: Niagara Purple Eagles [ID #251]

Location: Lewiston, NY (Northeast)

Conference: VI.2 [Division 3]

President: Cloud
          [since September 15th 2025 | last seen February 03rd 2026]

Coach: Craig Smiley

Arena: Gallagher Center

Rating: 36.75 - Overall Position: #757

Fan Mood: 45.39

Alumni Mood: 116.45

Prestige: 108

Team Notes:

• Dec 23 2049: 3-star prospect Mike Groves committed.
• Dec 04 2049: 3-star prospect Cliff Chambers committed.
• Oct 27 2049: Peter Chin was hired as the new assistant coach.
• Oct 27 2049: Assistant coach Dante Scruggs was let go.
• Oct 01 2048: Terry Brownlee was hired as the new assistant coach.
• Oct 01 2048: Assistant coach Billy Spencer was let go.
• Aug 27 2048: Dominique Hirch was inducted into the team Hall of Fame.
• Dec 21 2047: 2-star prospect Rex Ragland committed.
• Nov 28 2047: 3-star prospect Rico Hammond committed.
• Oct 23 2047: 2-star prospect Andrian Sanders committed.

Record:

Wins: 8 Losses: 12 Pct: .400     Conf Wins: 3 Conf Losses: 7 Conf Pct: .300 Conf Rank: 13     Last10: 3-7 Streak: L2

Pts Ave: 85.5 - 89.9     Pts Diff: -4.4     Team Power Index: 134.1

Press Releases:

Oct 23 2047: Big news on the trail for Niagara - by Cloud on September 27th, 2025

There was major excitement today on the Niagara University campus as two 2048 recruits committed to Niagara and coach Smiley, including 3-star prospect Donovon Perdue. The president of NU spoke today at the announcement of the signings, "It's huge news. It shows that not only the people in this building, but also the people in this community believe in what we are building. The job we are doing. It may not be immediate, but given time, I'm sure that myself and the staff we have built here can not only bring in top tier talent, but also develop them into better basketball players, and more importantly better people."

With the commitments, Niagara slots in at #11 on the recruiting ranks early in the season.


Mar 23 2047: Niagara University Names Cloud as New Director of Athletics - by Cloud on September 16th, 2025

Lewiston, N.Y. — March 23, 2047 — Niagara University today announced the appointment of Cloud as its new Director of Athletics, effective immediately. With a proven track record of leadership in collegiate athletics, Cloud will oversee all aspects of the university’s NCAA Division I athletics program, guiding the Purple Eagles’ 18 varsity teams and nearly 350 student-athletes toward continued success on and off the field.

“We are thrilled to welcome Cloud to the Niagara family,” said Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University. “Their vision for athletics aligns with our mission of academic excellence, athletic achievement, and service to the community. We are confident that he will provide the leadership necessary to elevate our programs and enhance the student-athlete experience.”

In the role, Cloud will be responsible for shaping the future of Niagara athletics, including fostering academic achievement, competitive excellence, and personal growth for student-athletes, while also strengthening alumni and community engagement.

“Whats up Niagara! I am honored to join Niagara University and the Purple Eagles community,” said Cloud. “This is a special place with a proud tradition, passionate fans, and exceptional student-athletes. I look forward to working with our coaches including newly appointed legendary coach Smiley, staff, and university leadership to build on that tradition and position Niagara athletics for long-term success.”


Mar 23 2047: - by Cloud on September 16th, 2025