the Gaels’ efficient, hard-nosed frontcourt glue guy
Dane Pineau carved out his Saint Mary’s value as a low-mistake, interior-finishing forward who rebounded, defended, and never needed the ball to matter. In the 2015-16 season, he averaged 11.3 points, 8.1 rebounds, and shot .667 from the field for the Gaels, then finished his Saint Mary’s career as the program’s all-time leader in field-goal percentage at nearly 62%. His calling card was reliability: physical screens, strong positioning, and a relentless motor that made him a coach-friendly fit on winning teams.
