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Post by memorybankrupt on Sept 29, 2014 17:30:46 GMT -5
Very happy about this win by the US. I thought they could pull this one out. Russia's serve receive did not break down as much as I thought it would. I think Kosheleva played out of her mind on offense and held up decently (for her standards) on serve receive. She shouldn't be able to hit at will against the US block. I think in the future match up w/ Russia, we can expect a worse match from Kosheleva and better one from Gamova. The big Russian had a few uncharacteristic errors. Pasynkova did a good job replacing Goncharova.
I don't know why there's talk about Robo in this thread, but everyone who thinks she should be cut from the team are idiots. She's in her 1st season of playing at the int'l level!
Re: Hooker, I do want her back if she regains her top form. Watching a player like Gamova makes me think about Hooker. Gamova's a once in a generation player. Set her correctly and she's automatic w/ her kills. Hooker is similar in that she can contact the ball at such a high point that it's so tough to defend.
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Post by austintatious on Sept 29, 2014 17:40:46 GMT -5
I could be wrong about USA getting to the WC finals if Glass doesn't play poorly along the way, regardless I'd still wager Brazil to win. My psychological analysis is correct though. You know, sometimes it might be that the other team is better. In this case, I think Brazil is probably better. I just think we all look for reasons for losing rather than tipping our cap. I over simplify I guess.
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Post by PukaPants on Sept 29, 2014 18:10:39 GMT -5
I could be wrong about USA getting to the WC finals if Glass doesn't play poorly along the way, regardless I'd still wager Brazil to win. My psychological analysis is correct though.
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Post by coloradokidd on Sept 29, 2014 18:12:39 GMT -5
Great Match! US A's best so far, Russia - not so much. Glad Larson doesn't have dual citizenship. That Kazan team would of bested either of these teams. They were a 'well oiled machine'. Wondering what the OH's are 'told' to do if the block is already there and set up? OH's having to tip or push the ball. Thinking that a set to the OH's more off the net (higher and slower) would give them better outcomes -> let them pick their poison. Dietzen - such a steadying force in the middle. And Banwerth - great match! Actually, best performance by all the girls so far. And covering those tips! * And to the 'young ones' - Robinson and Dixon; great spot duty when asked , and can't wait too see how much you'll advance in the next 2 years (Rio 2016)!
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Post by coloradokidd on Sept 29, 2014 18:32:22 GMT -5
VT thoughts; Can a graduated Micha Hancock, if she so desires, gain enough experience in 1 years time with Team USA to earn a spot for Rio?
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Post by kokyu on Sept 29, 2014 19:43:43 GMT -5
I could be wrong about USA getting to the WC finals if Glass doesn't play poorly along the way, regardless I'd still wager Brazil to win. My psychological analysis is correct though. You know, sometimes it might be that the other team is better. In this case, I think Brazil is probably better. I just think we all look for reasons for losing rather than tipping our cap. I over simplify I guess. Brazil isn't better than this: Hooker, Lowe Larson, Tom, Danielson?, Hill? (Hodge eliminated for passing liability > hitting prowess) Akinradewo, Dietzen, Dixon Plum, Kreklow Banwarth, Hagglund?
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Post by SportyBucky on Sept 29, 2014 20:10:20 GMT -5
VT thoughts; Can a graduated Micha Hancock, if she so desires, gain enough experience in 1 years time with Team US A to earn a spot for Rio? No. She will never play with a NT. She doesn't have the setting skill. Period.
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Post by SportyBucky on Sept 29, 2014 20:11:52 GMT -5
You know, sometimes it might be that the other team is better. In this case, I think Brazil is probably better. I just think we all look for reasons for losing rather than tipping our cap. I over simplify I guess. Brazil isn't better than this: Hooker, Lowe Larson, Tom, Danielson?, Hill? (Hodge eliminated for passing liability > hitting prowess) Akinradewo, Dietzen, Dixon Plum, Kreklow Banwarth, Hagglund? Is that a question? If so, in short, they are better than that line-up, without a doubt. You only have one viable middle. You have no viable setters at this point in time. Hagglund isn't ready. Lowe isn't NT.
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Post by kokyu on Sept 29, 2014 20:22:09 GMT -5
CIF
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Post by kro2488 on Sept 29, 2014 22:01:25 GMT -5
Brazil isn't better than this: Hooker, Lowe Larson, Tom, Danielson?, Hill? (Hodge eliminated for passing liability > hitting prowess) Akinradewo, Dietzen, Dixon Plum, Kreklow Banwarth, Hagglund? Is that a question? If so, in short, they are better than that line-up, without a doubt. You only have one viable middle. You have no viable setters at this point in time. Hagglund isn't ready. Lowe isn't NT. And they were better last time in London too. After set 1 they got their %*$# together and showed us how they really are... thats a horrible memory ill never forget.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 29, 2014 22:26:41 GMT -5
Is that a question? If so, in short, they are better than that line-up, without a doubt. You only have one viable middle. You have no viable setters at this point in time. Hagglund isn't ready. Lowe isn't NT. And they were better last time in London too. After set 1 they got their %*$# together and showed us how they really are... thats a horrible memory ill never forget. Brazil played a better match. I wouldn't say they were the better team. Our 2010-2012 squad was a machine.
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Post by kro2488 on Sept 29, 2014 23:36:41 GMT -5
And they were better last time in London too. After set 1 they got their %*$# together and showed us how they really are... thats a horrible memory ill never forget. Brazil played a better match. I wouldn't say they were the better team. Our 2010-2012 squad was a machine. So if they played set 1 like they did sets 2 3 and 4 we would beat them? NO. jeez.
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Post by elbelle on Sept 30, 2014 2:12:02 GMT -5
Can Hildebrand just go back to playing good?
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Post by fernandom on Sept 30, 2014 6:51:24 GMT -5
I could be wrong about USA getting to the WC finals if Glass doesn't play poorly along the way, regardless I'd still wager Brazil to win. My psychological analysis is correct though. It seems like it's all about psychological preparation and experience. If USA wants to win they will have to be very very focused. In my opinion just Brazil, USA and Russia are favorites. The biggest problem is that Brazilian are very experienced, they faced all kind of situations and learned from them. USA is a young team starting practically now. My bet to finals is USAxBRA or RUSSIAx BRA China and Servia might surprise as well.
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Post by SportyBucky on Sept 30, 2014 9:56:52 GMT -5
Is that a question? If so, in short, they are better than that line-up, without a doubt. You only have one viable middle. You have no viable setters at this point in time. Hagglund isn't ready. Lowe isn't NT. You must be joking about one viable middle. Did you watch Dietzen dominate Russia? Oh CRAP! I forgot her married name. Never mind.
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