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Post by ACE on Jun 27, 2013 2:21:28 GMT -5
Honestly, I didn't see anything last year that would lead me to think that she would be a 'go to' OH, but I really am hoping that she is able to take on that role. Looking forward to seeing Nikki play this season, and how she responds to the college game. Tai improved a lot over the spring, made the A2 team. I hope you're right Wiz!...knowing she made the A2 team and is training with them gives me hope. And, most local girls pride themselves on being a Wahine and work hard to improving. They grow up watching the Wahine and they understand the expectations of becoming outstanding vball players. I really hope she can be another "bail-out" hitter that Hawaii needs. |
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Post by Psychopotamus on Jun 29, 2013 6:12:39 GMT -5
Tai improved a lot over the spring, made the A2 team. I hope you're right Wiz!...knowing she made the A2 team and is training with them gives me hope. And, most local girls pride themselves on being a Wahine and work hard to improving. They grow up watching the Wahine and they understand the expectations of becoming outstanding vball players. I really hope she can be another "bail-out" hitter that Hawaii needs. Hawaii has had some pretty explosive LSs, and I think Tai is in that vein. What has separated the elite ones (Willoughby, Williams, Danielson, Hartong) is their ability to hit for a high percentage especially when matches get tight. The great ones had it, but for her that is still kind of a question mark. Her hitting percentage was pretty lackluster, although she was playing out of position. I think only being inserted in crunch time will tell. It wasn't really needed last year with Croson, I am pretty sure it will be needed this year. |
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Post by jimleaheyeviltwin on Jun 29, 2013 6:53:04 GMT -5
3 girls ended up leaving ,we're they the ones you thougt? I think at least 3 girls will leave. |
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Post by jimleaheyeviltwin on Jun 29, 2013 7:05:46 GMT -5
I've been on here a day and I already skip past everything it posts. HV1 you've just rambled on for three posts in a row. We all get it that you think Hawaii is going to be better than LBSU, enough already. |
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Post by 5100 on Jun 29, 2013 22:08:23 GMT -5
3 girls ended up leaving ,we're they the ones you thougt? I think at least 3 girls will leave. Four - Stauber, Kam, Hagins and Croson |
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Post by hawaiivolleyball1 on Jun 29, 2013 22:19:03 GMT -5
Nahhh....I doubt Hawaii is gonna lose to LBSU EVER this season! LBSU does not even have a setter as of now......and Hawaii is well rounded and has depth in every position....even with Croson gone they are loaded with offensive weapons...they will probably lose to Texas but of course they were the Champions last season.....but Hawaii has nothing to lose so it doesn't really matter....they were note expected to win....Texas got much more to worry about because they won last season and they want to keep it going and be champions again! If Hawaii fights hard enough they may have a chance to beat Texas.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 29, 2013 23:09:17 GMT -5
aaaaaaaaaaaaaand we're back
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Post by 5100 on Jun 30, 2013 0:29:59 GMT -5
Nahhh....I doubt Hawaii is gonna lose to LBSU EVER this season! LBSU does not even have a setter as of now......and Hawaii is well rounded and has depth in every position....even with Croson gone they are loaded with offensive weapons...they will probably lose to Texas but of course they were the Champions last season.....but Hawaii has nothing to lose so it doesn't really matter....they were note expected to win....Texas got much more to worry about because they won last season and they want to keep it going and be champions again! If Hawaii fights hard enough they may have a chance to beat Texas. No, they won't lose to Texas. Ali Longo will soar and lead the team to victory. |
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Post by slBrown on Jun 30, 2013 1:01:34 GMT -5
LBSU 2013 RosterJR Jackson, 5.8 Libero1 (Texas, Hawai'i recruit) JR Mackie, 6.2 OPP2 (Oregon recruit) JR Hampton, 6.6 MB1 (AVCA AA) SR Johnson, 5.8 Libero2 (IF 'Wiz' tells the truth and not the usual puni's,  ) JR Cabrajac, 5.11 S1 (2x All-1st Team CIF / San Gabriel Valley--LB--League MVP, #2 Flighted 2013 NCAA SVB Champion) SR Aigner-Swesey, 6.1 OH1 (3x All-Big West selection(s)) SO Juley, 5.10 S2 (Penn St. recruit, 2013 NCAA SVB Champion, "With rest, rehab and a redshirt season, she's hopeful she can return to the court for 2013" w/o a schollie,  ) JR Okpala, 6.2 MB2 (AVCA AA) SO Ajanaku, 5.11 MB4 (good family genes) SO Reid, 5.10 OH2 (tOSU recruit, AVCA HS AA) SO Wallace, 6.4 MB3 (prototype VB body) FR Miley, 6.3 OPP1 (No. 24) FR Wilmes, 6.2 OH (frm Greater Portland, OR area) FR Lees, 5.11 OH (frm Sacramento, CA) This all from 'Msrpantoja1@Huh.'A'loha..he's da one who told me, hah? --- Texas' 85% vs. UH's 15% *chances* in 2013 G1; What you figgah?!
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Post by vballfreak808 on Jun 30, 2013 1:20:00 GMT -5
LBSU 2013 RosterJR Jackson, 5.8 Libero1 (Texas, Hawai'i recruit) JR Mackie, 6.2 OPP2 (Oregon recruit) JR Hampton, 6.6 MB1 (AVCA AA) SR Johnson, 5.8 Libero2 (IF 'Wiz' tells the truth and not the usual puni's, ) JR Cabrajac, 5.11 S1 (2x All-1st Team CIF / San Gabriel Valley--LB--League MVP, #2 Flighted 2013 NCAA SVB Champion) SR Aigner-Swesey, 6.1 OH1 (3x All-Big West selection(s)) SO Juley, 5.10 S2 (Penn St. recruit, 2013 NCAA SVB Champion, "With rest, rehab and a redshirt season, she's hopeful she can return to the court for 2013" w/o a schollie, ) JR Okpala, 6.2 MB2 (AVCA AA) SO Ajanaku, 5.11 MB4 (good family genes) SO Reid, 5.10 OH2 (tOSU recruit, AVCA HS AA) SO Wallace, 6.4 MB3 (prototype VB body) FR Miley, 6.3 OPP1 (No. 24) FR Wilmes, 6.2 OH (frm Greater Portland, OR area) FR Lees, 5.11 OH (frm Sacramento, CA) This all from 'Msrpantoja1@Huh.'A'loha..he's da one who told me, hah? --- Texas' 85% vs. UH's 15% *chances* in 2013 G1; What you figgah?! If you look at RichKern there are a few more 2013 recruits. Also Janisa Johnson really is gone, she was a senior in the 2012 season. Also Ajanaku transferred to Georgia State. |
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Post by ACE on Jun 30, 2013 2:11:53 GMT -5
My concern with Croson not returning is having that other "big game" player to put down the ball. She may not have had good hitting percentages, but with her 10+ hitting errors, she also brought in 20+ kills at least. I'm worried that Olevau/Kastl may not be savy as Croson was in getting kills; therefore they will bring more errors than kills. With the likes of Texas/Penn St/Stanford who can average 6'2 in the front row, Hawaii will need players who can put the ball down should Hawaii not pass well.
What is going to happen to Croson's scholarship? Will Shoji look for an impact player who's looking to transfer, and international recruit, give it to a walk-on, or save it for next years recruiting class?
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Post by 5100 on Jun 30, 2013 6:39:23 GMT -5
My concern with Croson not returning is having that other "big game" player to put down the ball. She may not have had good hitting percentages, but with her 10+ hitting errors, she also brought in 20+ kills at least. I'm worried that Olevau/Kastl may not be savy as Croson was in getting kills; therefore they will bring more errors than kills. With the likes of Texas/Penn St/Stanford who can average 6'2 in the front row, Hawaii will need players who can put the ball down should Hawaii not pass well. What is going to happen to Croson's scholarship? Will Shoji look for an impact player who's looking to transfer, and international recruit, give it to a walk-on, or save it for next years recruiting class? Your concerns aren't unfounded. Even with all her errors, Croson was more consistent than Kastl. And Croson did everything else better too, except blocking. Olevao could still end up being good. She just needs to hit above .220 and get 3 1/2 kills per set to be effective. Scholarship could go to a walk-on if there are no impact transfers coming, probably Lelepali depending on how big her role will be. When Shoji had an extra scholarship in 2004, he gave it to his libero, Ashley Watanabe. |
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Post by Psychopotamus on Jul 2, 2013 4:57:47 GMT -5
I wonder if it is too early to start a Hawaii-Texas thread. I got bored and was watching the 2012 title match again. Then I watched some old Hawaii matches. Putting two and two together I have some thoughts on the matchup that I am saving for that thread.
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Post by skeleton on Jul 2, 2013 14:43:46 GMT -5
I wonder if it is too early to start a Hawaii-Texas thread. I got bored and was watching the 2012 title match again. Then I watched some old Hawaii matches. Putting two and two together I have some thoughts on the matchup that I am saving for that thread. Go for it Psycho - we're down to 59 days and counting |
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Post by karrietfan on Jul 2, 2013 15:25:16 GMT -5
Evaluating the posts of Hawaii chances of beating Texas seems to be very, very, very slim. That was about the same situation when Hawaii went to Austin in 2005(?) and beat them 3-1. Never say never.
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