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Post by Word on Feb 3, 2019 0:55:09 GMT -5
The easy option is to slot Kipp at MB. I've seen Kipp recently, and she should play Opp over Fitzmorris. With another 8 months of work, she will be a better Oppo than Fitzmorris. Fitz can slot into Alade or Campbells spot. That said, I still don't know if I see Kipp as a passing OH. She will play back row often because she can get kills back there and is adequate defensively, but those of you banking on her passing 1/3 of the court, still not sure about that.
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Post by Disc808 on Feb 3, 2019 10:52:33 GMT -5
If Kipp plays LS then she will likely be hidden in serve receive or at least given a very small sliver of the court. I would expect McClure to be her DS. If Kipp plays right side she won't have to receive serve, so I don't think we need Kipp to be a lights out passer in her freshman year anyways.
I think the lineup depends on how reliable Vicini is. I don't think we need her to be an offensive go-to but her blocking will need to be solid. If Vicini turns out to be a solid enough blocker in her freshman year then Fitz can stay right and Kipp can take over McClure's front row. Yes McClure had a fantastic season but when you have a player like Kipp, I think she sees the court and she will need to as she will be Plummer's "replacement".
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Post by cardcounter on Feb 3, 2019 11:12:43 GMT -5
The easy option is to slot Kipp at MB. I've seen Kipp recently, and she should play Opp over Fitzmorris. With another 8 months of work, she will be a better Oppo than Fitzmorris. Fitz can slot into Alade or Campbells spot. That said, I still don't know if I see Kipp as a passing OH. She will play back row often because she can get kills back there and is adequate defensively, but those of you banking on her passing 1/3 of the court, still not sure about that. I agree about OH. As much as I would like to see Kipp play OH, McClure is a good passer. IMO McClure holds on to OH2 position. The cliché is true. Volleyball is about passing and serving.
Kipp at OH year two.
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Post by cardcounter on Feb 3, 2019 12:01:48 GMT -5
Today I was at Momentous Volleyball Club for the SCVA 18s mandatory #1. Kendall Kipp was playing OPP when I was watching and was dominating as usual. I don’t know if playing right side was her club coach filling a need on the team or Hambly had some influence about it... She is playing for Laguna Beach this year, right? What happened to them yesterday? According to the results, as the number 2 overall seed Laguna went 2-3, was 3rd in their pool and finished tied for 11th. They finished 1-2 in matches which put them third in their pool. Congrats to Momentous (with Berty) for beating Laguna in a close match. Laguna as a team overall is definitely not as good as other top teams in Division 1. They were seeded #2 overall based on qualifiers which was too high. It takes more than one player. This is why I question the reason for Kipp playing OPP for Laguna. She is their go-to hitter. IMO it would be easier on their setter if the bailout hitter was playing OH. Setters at this level are not as good as Glass. In the match I watched which Laguna won, Kipp probably got as many sets as the rest of the team combined. The setter sometimes went to extreme lengths to set Kipp when normally it wouldn’t be a good decision. Changing the topic, it is nice to see all down refs are paid officials. Gone are the days of players being the down refs. SCVA must be in the money.
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Post by stanfordvb on Feb 3, 2019 13:34:07 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now.
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Post by hammer on Feb 3, 2019 14:36:32 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. Watching video of Ogilvie I'd say pretty unlikely either Formico or McClure could beat out such a dynamic athlete. I agree with your assessment of Berty based upon what I saw from her at the UA match. Only caveat is hard work, weight programs, speed training, and college coaching can expedite performance level. Regarding 2019, Hambly has options. He may be predisposed to keep Fitz on the right side, but I don't think he's rigid and will move players if there are obvious benefits. Stanford may be the favorite in 2019, but the Corn, Texas, Whisky, and PSU will all be NC worthy.
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Post by WahineFan44 on Feb 3, 2019 15:00:54 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. Watching video of Ogilvie I'd say pretty unlikely either Formico or McClure could beat out such a dynamic athlete. I agree with your assessment of Berty based upon what I saw from her at the UA match. Only caveat is hard work, weight programs, speed training, and college coaching can expedite performance level. Regarding 2019, Hambly has options. He may be predisposed to keep Fitz on the right side, but I don't think he's rigid and will move players if there are obvious benefits. Stanford may be the favorite in 2019, but the Corn, Texas, Whisky, and PSU will all be NC worthy. I have seen Oglivie play extensively, and mcclure definitely pushes her for that spot. In fact, I would take mcclure as of now, BUT, if mcclure stays on the OH, now way formico comes close to taking the libero jersey. But oglivie still has time to grow and the rest of the pac 12 better watch out, because shes going to cause nightmares for alot of teams.
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Post by naujack85 on Feb 3, 2019 15:37:25 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. A lot of this assuming a complete lack of injuries on the team. Stanford has been pretty healthy the past few years, but even one injury could change the lineup drastically.
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Post by stanfordvb on Feb 3, 2019 18:28:28 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. Watching video of Ogilvie I'd say pretty unlikely either Formico or McClure could beat out such a dynamic athlete. I agree with your assessment of Berty based upon what I saw from her at the UA match. Only caveat is hard work, weight programs, speed training, and college coaching can expedite performance level. Regarding 2019, Hambly has options. He may be predisposed to keep Fitz on the right side, but I don't think he's rigid and will move players if there are obvious benefits. Stanford may be the favorite in 2019, but the Corn, Texas, Whisky, and PSU will all be NC worthy. I pm not sure that penn state will be able to push for title next year, I don’t see their recruited pins being able to win matches over top tier teams. In my opinion, Minnesota will be the biggest pusher for a title besides Stanford. They graduated one starter but brought in a very capable setter. Wisconsin also has a good chance, also only graduating one starter. If one Stanford, Wisconsin, or Minnesota don’t win I would be shocked.
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Post by bigjohn043 on Feb 3, 2019 22:52:58 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. McClure isn't moving anywhere. She passes nails. Period. If Kipp is so great she needs to be in the lineup then either she plays middle or we move Fitz back to middle. How much do we really lose moving Fitz to middle? Not having McClure pass 6 rotations is a huge loss.
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Post by stanfordvb on Feb 3, 2019 23:19:17 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. McClure isn't moving anywhere. She passes nails. Period. If Kipp is so great she needs to be in the lineup then either she plays middle or we move Fitz back to middle. How much do we really lose moving Fitz to middle? Not having McClure pass 6 rotations is a huge loss. I would like kipp in the middle and have McClure stay but if that’s not the best option than maybe that’s not what happens. I think a lot of us are counting out Baird as well. She played bad in the ua game but she is the #2 recruit in the country. If Kipp played middle or right that doesn’t necessarily mean McClure stays, Baird could beat her out if Kipp doesn’t. I think no matter what McClure will be in the backrow. I would like to see the same lineup as last year with just a new middle slotted into place tbh.
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Post by cbrown1709 on Feb 4, 2019 1:56:04 GMT -5
I know this is far away, but if kipp moves into McClure front row spot, do you all think McClure could earn it back her senior year after Plummer graduates? Kipp may move to the right after fitz graduates unless fidelak steps up and can become a contributor, cause let’s not forget she was a top 20 recruit!! If Kipp moved to the right in her sophomore season I think McClure would certainly hit again with Baird most likely, I just don’t see Berty as an option until at least her junior or senior year. However, if Kipp stays on the left, McClure will have to battle Baird for that spot in 2020. It would be crazy for Baird as the #2 recruit in the country to not play until her junior year, but with Stanford’s depth that is a possibility. Also, if McClure doesn’t hit in 2020 does she challenge formico and oglivie for that libero spot? I think she is better than formico now. McClure isn't moving anywhere. She passes nails. Period. If Kipp is so great she needs to be in the lineup then either she plays middle or we move Fitz back to middle. How much do we really lose moving Fitz to middle? Not having McClure pass 6 rotations is a huge loss. I agree totally. McClure stays, Fitz moves to middle for blocking experience alone. Kipp plays opposite. Speaking of Baird, watched a recent match of hers ok online. Her setter struggles to get her the set she needs. She was blocked 6 or 7 times. But I dont think she is beating out McClure.
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Post by paloalto on Feb 9, 2019 13:55:59 GMT -5
Nothing much going on. Where are the fans who report about spring training? Will there be any scrimmages against local colleges?
Where is Payton Chang transferring to grad school? My guess it will be a team she is nearly guaranteed to be a starter. Otherwise there was no point to redshirting last season. For most grad schools she has to have her application submitted by now and I doubt playing on the volleyball team will get her any street cred with admissions.
There has only been one other player in program history who transferred and played for another indoor team. That was 24 years ago. A player from Michigan got homesick and moved back in with her parents after freshman year. She eventually ended up playing on the Michigan team.
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Post by bobbk on Feb 9, 2019 14:21:20 GMT -5
Chang is at Stanford Italy so no news at the banquet. C Keefe is at Stanford Madrid Practice is going but probably limited to workouts per rules Great banquet outstanding speeches buy the players
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Post by bobbk on Feb 9, 2019 14:32:33 GMT -5
Chang is at Stanford Italy so no news at the banquet. C Keefe is at Stanford Madrid Practice is going but probably limited to workouts per rules Great banquet outstanding speeches by the players
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