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Post by dishdaball on May 31, 2007 10:12:16 GMT -5
So now what....we know the "promise" was made prior to Houghtelling's redshirt.....so was the offer to Minch. Guess we'll have to see how things end up if the promise holds any merit....
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Post by Reach on May 31, 2007 10:15:35 GMT -5
Maybe they should just redshirt Holloway. ;D
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Post by BeiBei on May 31, 2007 10:19:41 GMT -5
Maybe they should just redshirt Holloway. ;D again?
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Post by Keystonekid on May 31, 2007 10:21:26 GMT -5
Do you really believe there was a promise made like that to Licht? Come on. I'm sure someone like Klineman, or Hodge may have had that assurance but not Licht, given who is on roster currently. Even if the article says that, it doesn't mean that was the understanding. I am certain the Husker staff would not have made that assurance with Houghtelling, Pavan and Larson already at OH. It is more than possible they may have said, "if we are in a 6-2, which we may, you will play your freshman year" You can't believe everything, for that matter anything you read.
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2007 10:32:49 GMT -5
It was probably something like "If everyone else flunks out, I guarantee you will start." Reporters just don't understand context.
Seriously, though, Licht made a pretty big commitment to come to Huskerworld early. You have to believe she, at least, thinks she's going to play a major role. But, barring injury -- and situational Griffin subs -- I just don't see how.
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Post by ESTRELLA on May 31, 2007 12:46:33 GMT -5
It was probably something like "If everyone else flunks out, I guarantee you will start." Reporters just don't understand context. Seriously, though, Licht made a pretty big commitment to come to Huskerworld early. You have to believe she, at least, thinks she's going to play a major role. But, barring injury -- and situational Griffin subs -- I just don't see how. Time will tell. One year makes a big difference for the best or for the worst. ESTRELLA
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Post by brentmoritz on May 31, 2007 12:52:46 GMT -5
well i think licht will start because she already proved herself in the spring play against colorado state, but i cant see them being able to work her in without taking someone out. Cook said earlyer that " Its going to be interesting seeing two 6'5 lefties on the court at the same time" and how its going to bring a new aspect to the game or something like that
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Post by Keystonekid on May 31, 2007 13:45:42 GMT -5
I'm sure Cook would love to see her on the floor, but that doesn't mean it will happen. Any coach out there will tell you, they see a lineup in their head or on paper that they would love to use. But chemistry is a so key. In the end, Holloway's charisma, drive and ability will dictate the system.
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Post by brentmoritz on May 31, 2007 14:10:29 GMT -5
I agree they have too many good players and there just isnt enough room for them to all play, and if the chemistery isnt right them they wont be repeating a national championship. I kinda think that is texas's problem last year they had great players but something just wasent there. dont get me wrong they were a great team but there was just something missing. and i think thats going to be the case this year they are going to want to play their best players all the time but they arent going to balance out.
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Post by lilred on May 31, 2007 18:09:06 GMT -5
A good comparison is 2005 national championship when NU ran the 6-2 and got beat by a 6-1. but can a 6-2 offense have advantages like last year when Minnesota almost got upset in the 2nd or 3rd round of the national championship tournament by St. Johns who switched from a 6-1 to 6-2 in the middle of the match and it ended up going to five! so which offense is better? Long story short (again) NU was not beat because of the system, they were beat because they played a more experienced team. Thank you...again.
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Post by redincolorado on May 31, 2007 19:14:25 GMT -5
Cook flat out said running a 6-2 was going to depend on how quickly Licht morphs. This tells me he's counting on her playing alot and if she's good to go it will be a 6-2. If she's not ready, then who knows. Schwartz did flash some defense as a libero this spring which will be key if it's last years offense. W/out Busbooms "D", Nebraska dosen't get by UCLA.
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Post by brentmoritz on May 31, 2007 19:36:33 GMT -5
licht is going to be ready we all know that!
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Post by Ye Olde Dawg on Jun 1, 2007 3:54:11 GMT -5
A good comparison is 2005 national championship when NU ran the 6-2 and got beat by a 6-1. but can a 6-2 offense have advantages like last year when Minnesota almost got upset in the 2nd or 3rd round of the national championship tournament by St. Johns who switched from a 6-1 to 6-2 in the middle of the match and it ended up going to five! so which offense is better? Long story short (again) NU was not beat because of the system, they were beat because they played a more experienced team. Thank you...again. You got that half right. They got beat by a more experienced, more composed team -- but they also got beat because they were short on ball control. Why was that? A system that didn't have room for a libero could have something to do with it. Still not sure? Just look at who won the long rallies. A 6-2 is a stronger offense. But if it means having no libero on the floor, it may not be the better system.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2007 6:39:49 GMT -5
Rachel Holloway and much improved ball control and defense are why Nebraska won last year. Busboom at libero was a great improvement over years past. Nebraska may start with a 6-2 but I still predict Holloway will be driving the Huskers solo when tourney time arrives! She's too good to be on the bench.
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Post by redincolorado on Jun 1, 2007 8:46:33 GMT -5
Maybe we will see both. Situational---depending on the oppositions personel on the floor. Not unlike football where you see 3-4/4-3 changeups depending on down and distance. I could see Cook doing this.
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