The Light Blue men’s basketball team knows heartbreak after stumbling down the stretch the past two seasons, but head coach Joe Jones has made it a priority of keep his team mentally tough. Jones’ methodical brand of basketball, emphasizing energy and physicality on defense and execution on offense, fits well in the Ivy League, a conference known for its low-scoring, defensively minded play. Avoiding mistakes and controlling the tempo will be key to Columbia’s game plan this season.
