As far as underrated conferences go, it’s hard to think of one that flies under the radar quite like the Colonial Athletic Association does.

There’s little separating the top programs of the 12-team division, and while national recognition isn’t always available, last fall four teams made the NCAA Tournament, with James Madison managing to make it into the third round.

Of course, the coaches themselves are well aware of just how close the teams are within the conference.

“Playing in the CAA, it’s a marathon, not a sprint,” James Madison head coach Tom Martin told TopDrawerSoccer.com. “One or two, two or three games can influence the outcome of the season, but they don’t guarantee you’re out of the picture or you’re on top of the pile.”

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