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Post by KalihiVballFan on Sept 7, 2006 2:23:30 GMT -5
So in class today, I had a little chitty-chat with a member of the UH Mens basketball team who is very close with Gregory, Hittle, Keefe, Tsuji, etc. Anyway, we got to the topic of Alix Klineman and he mentioned that he along with other student-athletes at UH were trying their best to sway Alix's decision.
I couldn't help but ask if Alix had mentioned anything about which two or three schools are the final choices. Apparently they are Hawaii, Stanford and.....Texas (although not too sure about that, will explain later)
Basically Alix really loves Hawaii in general. The people, weather, and scenery are all things that she likes about Hawaii. So I asked what exactly is holding her back from choosing Hawaii. Unfortunately, the one major problem she has with UH is that the facilities aren't up to par with the other universities. Sadly, I have to agree that the campus isn't the best or the most aesthetically pleasing. But it seems like Alix is eager to help lead UH to a national championship.
Because of the problem with campus facilities, it seems that Stanford is the next choice on her list. Texas was just vaguely proposed as another substitute in terms of facilities, but not sure if it's a top 3 choice. For all I know, it could be UCLA as well.
I was just about to ask the next question when my friend shocked me when he stated that "Alix really doesn't care much about academics." It shocked me because the two downfalls that UH may have in recruiting would be facilities and academics, and it seems like the academic portion wouldn't be a problem for Alix.
Personally, I'd go to Stanford because of the tradition, academics, and facilities, but it seems like Alix is really weighing heavily on the fact that Hawaii is away from home and it's a different environment for her to experience.
So, it seems like Hawaii and Stanford are her likely final two choices. Then again, Alix could have been polite and only state "facilities" as just one of many problems she might have with UH. On any rate, the fact she still is considering Hawaii with the likes of Stanford can only give us Rainbow fans some hope.
For some reason, I really feel in my heart that Alix is going to pick Hawaii. Unfortunately my mind tells me otherwise. I think Alix choosing UH could do wonders for recruitment in the future. If she chooses UH, it may help Hawaii attract some of the higher profile recruits that schools like Stanford seem to always get.
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Post by flynhawaiian on Sept 7, 2006 2:33:51 GMT -5
Is your freind Jared Dillinger. I aways see him and Tsuji together around campus and he's also in one of my other classes.
I think that there is a lot more than just the UH facilities. I think that she is just very unsure about a lot of things. It takes a lot for a girl from the mainland to move to Hawaii. I think that Texas is a lot higher on her list than most think.
As much as I would love for Alix to join us here in Hawaii, something inside of me is thinking she is going to Texas. I mean her old teammate Ashley Engle is there, and its becoming the next big time school. WHo knos, hopefully, she liked it here and will pick Hawaii.
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Post by IdahoBoy on Sept 7, 2006 3:18:27 GMT -5
I wanted to get a chance to talk to Alix, just to understand her thoughts on the process, etc. and ask her what she thought of UH. I think that UH campus is quite lovely, myself. I often cruise the campus and admire the foliage and buildings. Some could use some fresh paint, and the temp buildings are a little worn down, but for the most part, it's a really cool campus... not a traditional ivy league look/feel, but still quite beautiful.
If Alix is into sciences at all, UH is a good school choice. Academics would be par with Stanford if not better in some sciences.
She also would be with former teammate Elise Duggins in Hawaii, as well (national team or something like that).
Texas would be the worst choice,in my opinion, if she wanted an international career after college. I think that Elliot is a great recruiter though... just has a hard time extra-developing the players to the national team level, in my opinion.
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Post by aaronic on Sept 7, 2006 3:24:28 GMT -5
Well Stanford will give up Richards' spot next season; and Acevedo will also be vacating so those schools are plausible. I'm not sure how sh ie'll faref she goes to UCLA, even though I think Lyman will be gone, Sather AND friggin Becky Green are still on the bench . I think i'd feel bad for whichever doesn't get the PT because I think both are just outstanding. I know Stanford has got some Fab50 OH's up there sleeve to replace Richards. Paolini could fill Acevedo's shoes at Texas Hope Klineman chooses Hawaii. But even if not, I have a hunch Otineru will return.
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Post by dogmeat on Sept 7, 2006 4:43:44 GMT -5
It would be awesome if Alix does choose Hawai'i. But seriously, Hawai'i vs Stanford; which would you choose? Stanford has the odds in its favor primarily because of what you stated: academics, tradition, and facilities. The only thing lacking is the experience. Hawai'i provides an atmosphere and experience that differentiates itself from the other programs. IB does make a point that some colleges at UH do provide excellent education. But let's be real. Stanford is reknowned for its excellence in education and facilities. Clearly Stanford wins on many points. I think she will choose Stanford.
Is a unique volleyball experience enough to sway her decision? Who knows?
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Post by JustInCase on Sept 7, 2006 7:01:28 GMT -5
Alix has narrowed her choices to Hawaii, Texas, Stanford and Washington. She does like Hawaii a lot, but the academics will be the down fall.
I know all of you Hawaii fans are going to defend the academics and all of you will get your underwear in a knot.
Before you do, let me say that I really don't care who she goes to play for. I'm not getting her and there ends my interest in where she goes.
Let's be honest and call a spade a spade. Hawaii's academics do not rank against Stanford, Texas or Washington's. You have a lot to offer. A beautiful place to go to college, a fantastic program and fan base, etc., but academics is not one of them.
Personally, I think she will end up at either Stanford or Washington. Of all the coaching staffs/players, she likes Washington the best. Stanford has the academics/name and perhaps the best tradition (tradition is certainly an area Hawaii fans can argue against Stanford).
Texas has a lot to offer, but I think Jerritt still has to prove he can win the big one at Texas before it gets someone like Alix. Also, I think the other 3 programs offer more in the way of life after college (developing talent for play in Europe, national team, etc.).
Whatever the case, some program is going to be very happy.
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Post by dorothymantooth on Sept 7, 2006 9:19:29 GMT -5
"Academics would be par with Stanford, if not better in some sciences" Wow! and I mean Wow!
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Post by bunnywailer on Sept 7, 2006 9:27:59 GMT -5
"Academics would be par with Stanford, if not better in some sciences" Wow! and I mean Wow! I'm a UH alumnus and even I recognize how ridiculous this statement is. ;D
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Post by LanaiBoy on Sept 7, 2006 10:47:39 GMT -5
"Academics would be par with Stanford, if not better in some sciences" Wow! and I mean Wow! I'm a UH alumnus and even I recognize how ridiculous this statement is. ;D Not so ridiculous. Notice all the observatories on Mauna Kea and Haleakala? Governments and universities fight to get to build observatories on these sites, where, unlike California, light pollution is minimal (Hilo has light guards on its street lights). UH has its own observatory up there. Some of the most startling astronomical observations and discoveries came from the UH astronomical department. Stanford cannot match it. UH also has strong marine biology and tropical agriculture programs. No university can have great programs in all of its dozens of various academic disciplines. A middle of the pack school can have several outstanding programs and UH does.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2006 10:51:05 GMT -5
Unless you are so unfortunate as to end up with lousy professors after lousy professors, it doesn't matter where you go to college. It's up to YOU to make the most of it. Yep. The most crucial part of the equation is the student.
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Post by Wolfgang on Sept 7, 2006 11:05:44 GMT -5
You don't necessarily get a better education at Stanford. What Stanford has is the name, the reputation, but as far as education goes, you can get a good one almost anywhere. It's a course-by-course thing. I went to a top engineering school and I took courses that ranged from excellent to piss-poor. It all depends on the textbook you're using and the teaching ability of the instructors (whether they be grad students, adjunct professors, associate profs, or fully tenured profs). Just because you're taking a class with a Nobel Prize winner does not mean you'll learn a lot. It just means you took a class taught by a Nobel Prize winner, that's all.
Also, if Alix is not interested in the sciences, there goes that recruiting angle out the window! Most athletes are interested in the easy majors -- communications, kinesiology, phys ed, etc.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2006 12:33:32 GMT -5
Hmmm, interesting "insider" info there. Not sure what to think of it, although I tend to take it at face value unless given a reason otherwise.
I will say this though if Alix doesn't choose Hawaii, I don't think anyone can say that Dave Shoji and the coaching staff/players didn't make enough of an effort.
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Post by IdahoBoy on Sept 7, 2006 12:39:34 GMT -5
"Academics would be par with Stanford, if not better in some sciences" Wow! and I mean Wow! I'm a UH alumnus and even I recognize how ridiculous this statement is. ;D Math major, no doubt. Alix, if you want to be a Math major, don't come to UH.
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Post by beachman on Sept 7, 2006 12:42:16 GMT -5
I wanted to get a chance to talk to Alix, just to understand her thoughts on the process, etc. and ask her what she thought of UH. I think that UH campus is quite lovely, myself. I often cruise the campus and admire the foliage and buildings. Some could use some fresh paint, and the temp buildings are a little worn down, but for the most part, it's a really cool campus... not a traditional ivy league look/feel, but still quite beautiful. If Alix is into sciences at all, UH is a good school choice. Academics would be par with Stanford if not better in some sciences. She also would be with former teammate Elise Duggins in Hawaii, as well (national team or something like that). Texas would be the worst choice,in my opinion, if she wanted an international career after college. I think that Elliot is a great recruiter though... just has a hard time extra-developing the players to the national team level, in my opinion. You do know IB that it would be an NCAa recruiting violation for you to even talk to her while she was on a visit don't you??? Or do the UH fans really give a hoot about the NCAA rules?
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Post by IdahoBoy on Sept 7, 2006 12:43:01 GMT -5
You do know IB that it would be an NCAa recruiting violation for you to even talk to her while she was on a visit don't you??? Or do the UH fans really give a hoot about the NCAA rules? Why?
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