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Post by Wiswell on Mar 10, 2015 9:09:23 GMT -5
When did this thread become about who is the most properest PSU fan evah? There are 13 other teams in the conference guys! Funny, I was going to post something similar. It's boof, and like many fans, is a one-hit wonder (I'll go with 8675309/Jenny). His one-hit is PSU. Mine is Wisconsin. So just as I might start a thread on the Big Ten (which I wouldn't, because I acknowledge I am a one hit wonder), one would expect it to be Wisconsin-centric; in this case, since boof started the thread, it's made it PSU-centric. Now that that's over: What are the expectations for a team like Iowa? They had a few more wins, but they were over bottom feeders (and an inconsistent Purdue). I see Purdue as a team that should improve next year and overcome its inconsistencies and they are bringing a great class and a great setter. I will be curious whether SSS adds some stability to the Gophers. They had a down year in the first time I can remember; I don't expect that to last.
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Post by jsn112 on Mar 10, 2015 10:20:48 GMT -5
Washington, Whitney, Courtney , Frantti? Oh and they are pretty decent volleyball players too. And none of them are the kind of athlete that Rhamat is, and none have the potential she has. We don't know the "potential" of an athlete until it is realized. Is Bailey Webster still carrying the "potential" label? If she is, she has been carrying it for a long time now. Another word, you can only carry it for so long. Not saying Rhamat is not a good player, she is, but so is Washington, Frantti, etc. We can look back 4 years later and see how each has developed.
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Post by SportyBucky on Mar 10, 2015 10:57:31 GMT -5
PSU appears to be the team to beat again, returning Most Outstanding Player, Megan Courtney, and Freshman of the Year, Ali Frantti, along with vets, Whitney and Washington. Nebraska has a lot of hope for next year. With newcomer Foecke, and a dynamic setter, Hunter, Nebraska's offense will be more balanced. Illinois returns Birks, and adds elite setter, Poulter. Throw in newcomers Prince on the outside and Bastianelli in the middle, the Illini will be GOOD. Wisconsin boasts B1G Setter of the Year, Lauren Carlini, and B1G Defensive of the Year, Morey. Expect freshmen Duello and Williams to turn heads. PSU- I think PSU will struggle at first with the new setter, but will end top two. I've seen Brianna set, and she's is no where close as a good setter as Hancock. That being said I am not sure how well their new recruit from Puerto Rico sets. I do know she is a lefty which is a huge benefit. Megan Courtney was the MOP in last years tournament, yes, but she did not play anywhere to that level during conference, nor was she an AA. I do not see her putting up huge numbers next year. I would love that to Frantti, Washington, and Whitney. NU- Nebraska has all the players to go to the national championship game and win it. For some reason they have not meshed well together. I'm not sure why this is but their chemistry on the court seems a little dead to me. Maybe it's time for a new and young coach that could lift this team up? Their new recruits should really make them strong but until they get their mental game strong I do not see them going too far in the tournament. UI- This team I feel like Illini will end up top two in conference. They have Birks that always puts up big numbers every season. Jorydn Poulter will be an upgrade from Alexis, which will give the team more consistent sets, as well has help out set contribution. She's been compared to Lauren Carlini a few times and will no doubt be one of the top setters in conference. They also have a new transfer Naya that cam from Oregon. She has a lot of work to do before she can dominate on the right side, but if she can improve that would help the Illini even more. UW- Sure Carlini is a great setter, but setters can only do so much on the court. They are not point scorers. Wisconsin will be heavily relying on freshman to get he job done. Their pins will most probably consist of underclassmen. They can't really rely on their upperclassmen, because not a lot of them really get playing time. I think Wisconsin is going to get a lot less competitive. They will be good, but they wont be as good as they were before. I truly wish people would do their research. I guess stating WI will rely on freshman could be true if it weren't for a SO all Big Freshman OH, a Junior All Big MH, an AA libero, an AA setter and an AA wild card in Kriskova. Other than those I just mention, we may very well be playing players other than the freshman, although that has yet to be determined. I don't get it, people.
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Post by SportyBucky on Mar 10, 2015 10:58:23 GMT -5
Florida has elite talent. Who else has two athletes like Rhamat and Holsten? They also have solid surrounding cast. Sorry to crash thread, but just responding to previous post. UCLA had close and see where that got them? It takes 6 (or 7).
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Post by SportyBucky on Mar 10, 2015 10:59:38 GMT -5
Are you in charge of fan membership? Who is "we?" I speak for myself and admit I can get crazy but I have never talked as much garbage on a team I supposedly support as you You talk garbage....just a different type.
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Post by dorothymantooth on Mar 10, 2015 11:13:02 GMT -5
PSU appears to be the team to beat again, returning Most Outstanding Player, Megan Courtney, and Freshman of the Year, Ali Frantti, along with vets, Whitney and Washington. Nebraska has a lot of hope for next year. With newcomer Foecke, and a dynamic setter, Hunter, Nebraska's offense will be more balanced. Illinois returns Birks, and adds elite setter, Poulter. Throw in newcomers Prince on the outside and Bastianelli in the middle, the Illini will be GOOD. Wisconsin boasts B1G Setter of the Year, Lauren Carlini, and B1G Defensive of the Year, Morey. Expect freshmen Duello and Williams to turn heads. PSU- I think PSU will struggle at first with the new setter, but will end top two. I've seen Brianna set, and she's is no where close as a good setter as Hancock. That being said I am not sure how well their new recruit from Puerto Rico sets. I do know she is a lefty which is a huge benefit. Megan Courtney was the MOP in last years tournament, yes, but she did not play anywhere to that level during conference, nor was she an AA. I do not see her putting up huge numbers next year. I would love that to Frantti, Washington, and Whitney. NU- Nebraska has all the players to go to the national championship game and win it. For some reason they have not meshed well together. I'm not sure why this is but their chemistry on the court seems a little dead to me. Maybe it's time for a new and young coach that could lift this team up? Their new recruits should really make them strong but until they get their mental game strong I do not see them going too far in the tournament. UI- This team I feel like Illini will end up top two in conference. They have Birks that always puts up big numbers every season. Jorydn Poulter will be an upgrade from Alexis, which will give the team more consistent sets, as well has help out set contribution. She's been compared to Lauren Carlini a few times and will no doubt be one of the top setters in conference. They also have a new transfer Naya that cam from Oregon. She has a lot of work to do before she can dominate on the right side, but if she can improve that would help the Illini even more. UW- Sure Carlini is a great setter, but setters can only do so much on the court. They are not point scorers. Wisconsin will be heavily relying on freshman to get he job done. Their pins will most probably consist of underclassmen. They can't really rely on their upperclassmen, because not a lot of them really get playing time. I think Wisconsin is going to get a lot less competitive. They will be good, but they wont be as good as they were before. You don't see Nebraska going far in the tournament when they are an upgrade of a team that played in the regional final last year? Don't see them firing their coach whose contract was extended paying him half a million dollars, that seems more like a vote of confidence. I will wait on the schedule to come out to assess who has the best chance of winning. I believe PSU and Nebraska will be the two best teams in the league.
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Post by vbprisoner on Mar 10, 2015 11:41:08 GMT -5
When did this thread become about who is the most properest PSU fan evah? There are 13 other teams in the conference guys! Funny, I was going to post something similar. It's boof, and like many fans, is a one-hit wonder (I'll go with 8675309/Jenny). His one-hit is PSU. Mine is Wisconsin. So just as I might start a thread on the Big Ten (which I wouldn't, because I acknowledge I am a one hit wonder), one would expect it to be Wisconsin-centric; in this case, since boof started the thread, it's made it PSU-centric. Now that that's over: What are the expectations for a team like Iowa? They had a few more wins, but they were over bottom feeders (and an inconsistent Purdue). I see Purdue as a team that should improve next year and overcome its inconsistencies and they are bringing a great class and a great setter. I will be curious whether SSS adds some stability to the Gophers. They had a down year in the first time I can remember; I don't expect that to last. If you are taking "Jenny" (personal favorite) what should we go with for boof?
1. Dexys Midnight Runners - Come on Eilene 2. Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown (very fitting) 3. Toni Basil - Mickey 4. Nena - 99 Red Ballons
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Post by Deleted on Mar 10, 2015 16:38:32 GMT -5
IMO I am not saying she won't, but when you are in college and only have 4 years I want someone that has athletic ability with volleyball IQ and skills, not someone that has potential after 7 years when they are 25 could be one of the top middles in the world. For sure. I just didn't realize we were speaking from the perspective of college coaches. When vbprisoner says when I have an athlete for just 4 years....?? What else could anyone be talking about. Again another misunderstanding I guess. My comment about Rhamat's potential came before vbprisoner's "4 years" comment. Misunderstanding, indeed.
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Post by rainbowbadger on Mar 10, 2015 20:48:30 GMT -5
Funny, I was going to post something similar. It's boof, and like many fans, is a one-hit wonder (I'll go with 8675309/Jenny). His one-hit is PSU. Mine is Wisconsin. So just as I might start a thread on the Big Ten (which I wouldn't, because I acknowledge I am a one hit wonder), one would expect it to be Wisconsin-centric; in this case, since boof started the thread, it's made it PSU-centric. Now that that's over: What are the expectations for a team like Iowa? They had a few more wins, but they were over bottom feeders (and an inconsistent Purdue). I see Purdue as a team that should improve next year and overcome its inconsistencies and they are bringing a great class and a great setter. I will be curious whether SSS adds some stability to the Gophers. They had a down year in the first time I can remember; I don't expect that to last. If you are taking "Jenny" (personal favorite) what should we go with for boof?
1. Dexys Midnight Runners - Come on Eilene 2. Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown (very fitting) 3. Toni Basil - Mickey 4. Nena - 99 Red Ballons
Whichever one is most unintelligible.
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Post by Wiswell on Mar 10, 2015 21:30:20 GMT -5
If you are taking "Jenny" (personal favorite) what should we go with for boof?
1. Dexys Midnight Runners - Come on Eilene 2. Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown (very fitting) 3. Toni Basil - Mickey 4. Nena - 99 Red Ballons
Whichever one is most unintelligible. Got to go with 99 red balloons. She had no idea what she was singing. And of course, if it's the German version, most everyone else didnt know. Come on Eileen, good song, but so easy to turn into a porn title. (Did I cross a line?)
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Post by vbprisoner on Mar 10, 2015 22:28:30 GMT -5
Whichever one is most unintelligible. Got to go with 99 red balloons. She had no idea what she was singing. And of course, if it's the German version, most everyone else didnt know. Come on Eileen, good song, but so easy to turn into a porn title. (Did I cross a line?) I thought Lipps Inc. band (smack talk) Funkytown (where boof is probably from) would have been the overwhelming favorite. You make a good argument for 99 Red Ballons though.
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Post by dorothymantooth on Mar 11, 2015 0:10:09 GMT -5
And none of them are the kind of athlete that Rhamat is, and none have the potential she has. I'd take 3 outsides like these over any middle. Washington isn't as good, but she is still going to be a top 5 middle next year. I would be interested to hear how Washington isnt as good, and for that matter how she wasn't a top 5 middle last year, let alone next. Washington hit .463 and avg 1.3 blocks per game, and Alhassen hit .458 and avg 1.34 blocks per game. Washington did it in a way better league, and Alhassen had over a ten match head start on her season. Now, I think Alhassen is amazing, but how you could say Washington isnt as good is crazy, and totally unsubstantiated by the only measuring stick you could use.
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Post by jsn112 on Mar 11, 2015 0:39:02 GMT -5
I'd take 3 outsides like these over any middle. Washington isn't as good, but she is still going to be a top 5 middle next year. I would be interested to hear how Washington isnt as good, and for that matter how she wasn't a top 5 middle last year, let alone next. Washington hit .463 and avg 1.3 blocks per game, and Alhassen hit .458 and avg 1.34 blocks per game. Washington did it in a way better league, and Alhassen had over a ten match head start on her season. Now, I think Alhassen is amazing, but how you could say Washington isnt as good is crazy, and totally unsubstantiated by the only measuring stick you could use. In addition, Washington had an injury to her knee and it hindered her even after getting back on the court. Also, after Inky, I can't tell who has the inside track for the second best, let alone not in the top 5(?!).
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Post by WahineFan44 on Mar 11, 2015 1:04:13 GMT -5
I'd take 3 outsides like these over any middle. Washington isn't as good, but she is still going to be a top 5 middle next year. I would be interested to hear how Washington isnt as good, and for that matter how she wasn't a top 5 middle last year, let alone next. Washington hit .463 and avg 1.3 blocks per game, and Alhassen hit .458 and avg 1.34 blocks per game. Washington did it in a way better league, and Alhassen had over a ten match head start on her season. Now, I think Alhassen is amazing, but how you could say Washington isnt as good is crazy, and totally unsubstantiated by the only measuring stick you could use. Unless I'm not understanding the OP post, he/she clearly said wahsington was going to be top 5. Just that she isn't good in their eyes. Which is kind of weird though. think washington is the third best middle behind lutz and inky, but the poster has every right to believe she isn't that good. Is it a ridiculous claim? Of course. But he didn't say she was awful, just not that good.
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Post by dorothymantooth on Mar 11, 2015 14:44:04 GMT -5
Looks like Big schedule will be exact same as last year, but flipped. Teams will play same teams, the same number of times. Example Nebraska will open up at PSU, and host them last weekend. Wisconsin will play Nebraska and PSU once, but flip home and away (UW at PSU). Purdue schedule started out last year, favorable, ended really tough, that will be opposite this year.
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