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Post by inpaign on Apr 21, 2024 17:01:53 GMT -5
Tamas HAS to get a front row transfer pick up when this next portal period opens. We are one injury away from being in a very dangerous position heading into this season and a revamped B1G conference. Do we need an OH or MB more? I believe Burbage has bought into the MB role. If thats the case, then an OH is the greater necessity. If we were to get a transfer OH to compliment Raina, that could push TdB to the right side (where I think she is more effective) along with Laynie. I also would not be surprised if we attempt a 5-2 with Brooke hitting OPP when she is front row. I have heard that is a possibility. In regards to the match yesterday, from the people I have spoken to it was underwhelming and uncompetitive. Not necessarily surprised, but would've liked to have seen it been a little closer. I do not believe Dean will play much this year, and we also have to keep in mind our DS's will be much improved. We will also have Laynie and Philpot to look forward to. Bingham is not a Big Ten caliber starting OPP, but is a great utility backup player. I do worry that our coaches are content with the roster as it is and may not be looking to add a transfer. If we start the year with Bingham on the right (assuming Laynie isn't quite ready to take on the starter role), I will be concerned. Just my two cents!
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Post by GoGophs on Apr 21, 2024 17:22:31 GMT -5
Do we need an OH or MB more? I believe Burbage has bought into the MB role. If thats the case, then an OH is the greater necessity. If we were to get a transfer OH to compliment Raina, that could push TdB to the right side (where I think she is more effective) along with Laynie. I also would not be surprised if we attempt a 5-2 with Brooke hitting OPP when she is front row. I have heard that is a possibility. In regards to the match yesterday, from the people I have spoken to it was underwhelming and uncompetitive. Not necessarily surprised, but would've liked to have seen it been a little closer. I do not believe Dean will play much this year, and we also have to keep in mind our DS's will be much improved. We will also have Laynie and Philpot to look forward to. Bingham is not a Big Ten caliber starting OPP, but is a great utility backup player. I do worry that our coaches are content with the roster as it is and may not be looking to add a transfer. If we start the year with Bingham on the right (assuming Laynie isn't quite ready to take on the starter role), I will be concerned. Just my two cents! I would loooove to see Mosher in a 5-2 🤞
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Post by WahineFan44 on Apr 21, 2024 17:34:00 GMT -5
Do we need an OH or MB more? I believe Burbage has bought into the MB role. If thats the case, then an OH is the greater necessity. If we were to get a transfer OH to compliment Raina, that could push TdB to the right side (where I think she is more effective) along with Laynie. I also would not be surprised if we attempt a 5-2 with Brooke hitting OPP when she is front row. I have heard that is a possibility. In regards to the match yesterday, from the people I have spoken to it was underwhelming and uncompetitive. Not necessarily surprised, but would've liked to have seen it been a little closer. I do not believe Dean will play much this year, and we also have to keep in mind our DS's will be much improved. We will also have Laynie and Philpot to look forward to. Bingham is not a Big Ten caliber starting OPP, but is a great utility backup player. I do worry that our coaches are content with the roster as it is and may not be looking to add a transfer. If we start the year with Bingham on the right (assuming Laynie isn't quite ready to take on the starter role), I will be concerned. Just my two cents! Unless I’m misunderstanding you. Tdb and mosher would both play opp, but mosher playing all the way around? That’s still at 6-2 5-2 would be mosher setting front row and another setter setting back row
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Post by GoGophs on Apr 21, 2024 18:08:31 GMT -5
I believe Burbage has bought into the MB role. If thats the case, then an OH is the greater necessity. If we were to get a transfer OH to compliment Raina, that could push TdB to the right side (where I think she is more effective) along with Laynie. I also would not be surprised if we attempt a 5-2 with Brooke hitting OPP when she is front row. I have heard that is a possibility. In regards to the match yesterday, from the people I have spoken to it was underwhelming and uncompetitive. Not necessarily surprised, but would've liked to have seen it been a little closer. I do not believe Dean will play much this year, and we also have to keep in mind our DS's will be much improved. We will also have Laynie and Philpot to look forward to. Bingham is not a Big Ten caliber starting OPP, but is a great utility backup player. I do worry that our coaches are content with the roster as it is and may not be looking to add a transfer. If we start the year with Bingham on the right (assuming Laynie isn't quite ready to take on the starter role), I will be concerned. Just my two cents! Unless I’m misunderstanding you. Tdb and mosher would both play opp, but mosher playing all the way around? That’s still at 6-2 5-2 would be mosher setting front row and another setter setting back row I've heard it called different things depending on who you talk to. I played a 5-2 at one point like whats being described but I've also heard it called a modified 6-2 or modified 5-2. Either way it's unusual to have a setter take swings in the front but I think Mosher is a great candidate for it.
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Post by ill4life on Apr 21, 2024 19:10:53 GMT -5
The Mosher swinging was only used in a few rotations and one situation where Maya came in because we were in a rut. I would love to see Mosher swing too, but the caliber of setter we currently have are not even close to the level we need. Hopefully our transfer setter can add some depth there!
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Post by InTheKnow on Apr 22, 2024 7:35:31 GMT -5
Well, I guess it’s better than last spring when the Illini didn’t play at all.
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Post by liberovb10 on Apr 22, 2024 8:38:48 GMT -5
such a great interview - i’m really hoping we see her in Paris this summer.
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Post by exit237a on Apr 22, 2024 9:01:04 GMT -5
Well, I guess it’s better than last spring when the Illini didn’t play at all.
False. First, you're thinking about two springs ago and even that spring they played a spring match against a team from Europe at Huff Hall. Denmark or Netherlands or Belgium. One of the small northwestern Europe countries.
Last season they played matches against Notre Dame at Mother McAuley HS in Chicago area, once in Monroe County (Valmeyer, IL), and Eastern Illinois at Huff Hall.
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Post by pointillinois on Apr 22, 2024 9:37:16 GMT -5
So, if Burbage is going back to MB, then they have to land a Pin Hitter in the Portal this May. Otherwise, it's Raina and a bunch of hitters that haven't played a BigTen match. Looking at exit237a's roster by postition, it really looks like Tamas is using this as a development year. The team is extremely thin on experience in conference.
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Post by oldmanvb on Apr 22, 2024 17:21:25 GMT -5
So, if Burbage is going back to MB, then they have to land a Pin Hitter in the Portal this May. Otherwise, it's Raina and a bunch of hitters that haven't played a BigTen match. Looking at exit237a 's roster by postition, it really looks like Tamas is using this as a development year. The team is extremely thin on experience in conference. This discussion assumes Burbage is able to beat out Philpot. I wouldn’t be surprised if Philpot is ahead of Bohm, Burbage and Bingham, so I am not sure I understand the thinking behind moving Burbage back to the middle. I suppose they may recognize there is a good chance Smith is able to beat out Burbage at opposite. Part of the problem in recruiting a pin or a middle is the difficulty in recruiting someone to be a sub. If someone transfers it is generally to get playing time.
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Post by ilalum92 on Apr 22, 2024 20:16:14 GMT -5
So, if Burbage is going back to MB, then they have to land a Pin Hitter in the Portal this May. Otherwise, it's Raina and a bunch of hitters that haven't played a BigTen match. Looking at exit237a 's roster by postition, it really looks like Tamas is using this as a development year. The team is extremely thin on experience in conference. This discussion assumes Burbage is able to beat out Philpot.  I wouldn’t be surprised if Philpot is ahead of Bohm, Burbage and Bingham, so I am not sure I understand the thinking behind moving Burbage back to the middle.  I suppose they may recognize there is a good chance Smith is able to beat out Burbage at opposite. Part of the problem in recruiting a pin or a middle is the difficulty in recruiting someone to be a sub.  If someone transfers it is generally to get playing time. A seasoned OH who has played 2 years with results can only help. We have 1 OH who has Big Ten exp. TdB is un tested & has potential health issues. Bur/Bing/Smith at OPP. We just need the body.
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Post by inpaign on Apr 22, 2024 21:13:46 GMT -5
This discussion assumes Burbage is able to beat out Philpot. I wouldn’t be surprised if Philpot is ahead of Bohm, Burbage and Bingham, so I am not sure I understand the thinking behind moving Burbage back to the middle. I suppose they may recognize there is a good chance Smith is able to beat out Burbage at opposite. Part of the problem in recruiting a pin or a middle is the difficulty in recruiting someone to be a sub. If someone transfers it is generally to get playing time. A seasoned OH who has played 2 years with results can only help. We have 1 OH who has Big Ten exp. TdB is un tested & has potential health issues. Bur/Bing/Smith at OPP. We just need the body. Agree - forcing TdB or Smith to come off the bench due to the pick up a proven transfer OH feels like a great situation for our team and one that I hope they consider. I was also surprised hearing Burbage might be back at middle. Though inconsistent at times at OPP, when she was on last year she had the ability to go off. The decision makes me feel as though the staff feels better about Burbage beating out Philpot (or Bohm?) for a spot than they do Smith. I haven't seen much film of Burbage at middle though so I have no clue what to expect.
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Post by exit237a on Apr 23, 2024 9:45:05 GMT -5
With the seasonal resurrection of transfer portal discussion/speculation, we should probably try to take scholarship inventory to see if we even have any available. Otherwise, we're talking about something that isn't even on the minds of the coaching staff.
Based on the timing of commitment announcements and other educated guesses, here's my tally (obviously I could be wrong 'cause I've got no connections). If anyone has a different count, I'd be interested in hearing it:
1. Raina 2. Barnes 3. Burbage 4. Mosher 5. Bingham 6. Bohm 7. Dean 8. Barry 9. Philpot 10. Smith 11. Martinez-Mundo 12. Reilly 13. de Boer
If that's correct, there aren't any open scholarships and prospective incoming transfers.
For what it's worth, I'd be fine with our current projected roster as is, going into the 2024 season. Get the freshmen playing time right out the gate. Raina, Taylor, and Laynie at the pins. Burbage and Bingham have MB/OPP flexibility and can fill in over at OPP if needed. Bohm, Burbage, Bingham, Dean, Philpot all MB by trade from their prep days can duke it out in the practice gym for the two MB spots. Raina 6-ro. Three DS/L. Brooke 5-1 with possible 6-2 at times with Brooke staying in to hit front row and Raegen setting those three rotations. I like it.
EDIT: I had missed Taylor on my first count.
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Post by flipley on Apr 23, 2024 9:49:13 GMT -5
With the seasonal resurrection of transfer portal discussion/speculation, we should probably try to take scholarship inventory to see if we even have any available. Otherwise, we're talking about something that isn't even on the minds of the coaching staff.
Based on the timing of commitment announcements and other educated guesses, here's my tally (obviously I could be wrong 'cause I've got no connections). If anyone has a different count, I'd be interested in hearing it:
1. Raina 2. Barnes 3. Burbage 4. Mosher 5. Bingham 6. Bohm 7. Dean 8. Barry 9. Philpot 10. Smith 11. Martinez-Mundo 12. Reilly
If that's correct, there aren't any open scholarships and prospective incoming transfers.
For what it's worth, I'd be fine with our current projected roster as is, going into the 2024 season. Get the freshmen playing time right out the gate. Raina, Taylor, and Laynie at the pins. Burbage and Bingham have MB/OPP flexibility and can fill in over at OPP if needed. Bohm, Burbage, Bingham, Dean, Philpot all MB by trade from their prep days can duke it out in the practice gym for the two MB spots. Raina 6-ro. Three DS/L. Brooke 5-1 with possible 6-2 at times with Brooke staying in to hit front row and Raegen setting those three rotations. I like it.
Taylor de Boer missing and you've got 3-4 full scholarships committed to DS/Liberos/likely non-full scholarship players in Barry, Martinez Mundo, Reilly, and maybe Barnes.
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Post by oldmanvb on Apr 23, 2024 11:15:23 GMT -5
For what it's worth, I'd be fine with our current projected roster as is, going into the 2024 season. Get the freshmen playing time right out the gate. Raina, Taylor, and Laynie at the pins. Burbage and Bingham have MB/OPP flexibility and can fill in over at OPP if needed. Bohm, Burbage, Bingham, Dean, Philpot all MB by trade from their prep days can duke it out in the practice gym for the two MB spots. Raina 6-ro. Three DS/L. Brooke 5-1 with possible 6-2 at times with Brooke staying in to hit front row and Raegen setting those three rotations. I like it.
Smith has been playing left pin for her club this club season. Triangle has a lefty opposite committed to Nebraska who is a ton. Smith has been their primary left pin hitter, but played on the right side for the UA game. She can step in on either side. Having players training at multiple positions is not a bad thing.
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