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Post by genej101 on Nov 1, 2023 15:52:33 GMT -5
Couldn’t agree more! With Wucherer having her bf at Minnesota and also talking to Kinney about joining the team, I don’t really think she is a flight risk. I have actually seen her body language and communication with teammates improve a lot. Why go to Wisconsin where you wouldn’t have as big of an opportunity to shine and not play six rotations. Biggest risks for the portal to me are Hanson (she could really shine in a starting role) and potentially Crowl but I think her Minnesota roots are deep. Love seeing her getting some more playing time. I actually loved when he subbed her in at middle and had her hitting on the right pin. Would love to see more of that! She is a strong block! I could see Shaffmaster transferring out but I think she is really happy at Minnesota. If she does stay and we end up RS’ing Stella, would Stella being a RS and on scholarship still count as a scholarship or could we use that scholarship on the portal? I think it would be awful if Stella redshirted. We'll want her available immediately regardless of whether or not Shaffmaster stays. Why waste a year of her eligibility doing nothing? I don’t think they’re going to a 6-2 and she’s an offensive threat at the net, more I think than Mel is, Mel could become a hitter, I suppose, but if she’s going to be the setter, redshirt Stella. I want four years of her starting.
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Post by stearnscountygopher on Nov 1, 2023 16:16:41 GMT -5
Does anyone have any info on 2026 OH Makenna Crosson? I don’t usually do much digging past 2025 recruits because it’s so far away but I stumbled upon her volleyball Instagram “makennacrosson_vb2026” and saw she was at the pav for the Penn State game! Her father was the coach at Cal until this year so Lydia Grote maybe has some ties I’m sure but she also posted pictures of her at the zoo with what appeared to be Coach Cooks son? There was also a picture of her with Cook in a kitchen so it makes me wonder if they are related some how? Unless part of Minnys recruiting process is inviting players family for supper I’m not 100% sure that’s why I’m looking for other info! Prep volleyball had her as #6 on the summer top 150 list so maybe she’d be a good get for an outside after Landfair leaves in a couple years? 🤷🏻♀️ I know I’m getting way ahead of myself but I finally watched Kelly Kinneys YouTube interview she did and talking about her recruitment process got me excited for finding future gophers!
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Post by mnsports255 on Nov 1, 2023 16:50:22 GMT -5
I think it would be awful if Stella redshirted. We'll want her available immediately regardless of whether or not Shaffmaster stays. Why waste a year of her eligibility doing nothing? I don’t think they’re going to a 6-2 and she’s an offensive threat at the net, more I think than Mel is, Mel could become a hitter, I suppose, but if she’s going to be the setter, redshirt Stella. I want four years of her starting. Stella beats out Shaffmaster for the setter spot next season if both are on the roster and it is truly a meritocracy based coaching staff / program.
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Post by comet on Nov 1, 2023 17:41:24 GMT -5
Why waste a year of her eligibility doing nothing? I don’t think they’re going to a 6-2 and she’s an offensive threat at the net, more I think than Mel is, Mel could become a hitter, I suppose, but if she’s going to be the setter, redshirt Stella. I want four years of her starting. Stella beats out Shaffmaster for the setter spot next season if both are on the roster and it is truly a meritocracy based coaching staff / program. Stella might have the better hands but what about her all-around game? Shaff more than likely has the leg up there, along with the experience. It will be interesting to see what happens next year.
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Post by mnsports255 on Nov 1, 2023 18:22:06 GMT -5
Stella beats out Shaffmaster for the setter spot next season if both are on the roster and it is truly a meritocracy based coaching staff / program. Stella might have the better hands but what about her all-around game? Shaff more than likely has the leg up there, along with the experience. It will be interesting to see what happens next year. You play the setter that has superior setting 10/10 times. You can’t leave 5 or 6 hitters out to dry because one setter is slightly better at dumping, digging, etc… Stella’s 6’1 and does some of the same stuff at the net that Mel does. Her defense is solid enough.
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Post by SayonaraTachikara on Nov 1, 2023 19:24:30 GMT -5
I hope some of the metro VTers are able to attend the Wayzata vs Champlin Park section final tonight. Two great teams with 3 Gophers battling it out! Alternatively, stream on ccxmedia.org. Match at 7pm central. Wayzata is 30-0 and has only dropped 4 sets this season. Two of those sets were to Champlin Park. Here’s a replay of one of the matches they played this season. I’m really excited about Carly Gilk. She can hit from anywhere on the court. I hope we’re setting the bic again by the time she’s on campus! Three Swenson sisters on the court for Wayzata is somethin! Good match here. To me, Gilk stole the show in this match. Took a while for Wayzata to get in rhythm here IMO but did a great job getting the win. Eager to hear how it goes tonight.
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Post by genej101 on Nov 1, 2023 20:15:21 GMT -5
Stella might have the better hands but what about her all-around game? Shaff more than likely has the leg up there, along with the experience. It will be interesting to see what happens next year. You play the setter that has superior setting 10/10 times. You can’t leave 5 or 6 hitters out to dry because one setter is slightly better at dumping, digging, etc… Stella’s 6’1 and does some of the same stuff at the net that Mel does. Her defense is solid enough. Watched Wayzata sweep CP, Gilk wasn’t really effective, all three of the Swenson were though. Olivia has a ton of shots, Eva only plays front row when Olivia is in the back row. Stella has a really good serve, had maybe 5 kills, not dunks, as well as a really effective blocker and setter. Both of the twins can help the Gophers next year. What happens with Mel, I don’t know, but help is definitely on the way.
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Post by skolgophers on Nov 1, 2023 20:48:01 GMT -5
You play the setter that has superior setting 10/10 times. You can’t leave 5 or 6 hitters out to dry because one setter is slightly better at dumping, digging, etc… Stella’s 6’1 and does some of the same stuff at the net that Mel does. Her defense is solid enough. Watched Wayzata sweep CP, Gilk wasn’t really effective, all three of the Swenson were though. Olivia has a ton of shots, Eva only plays front row when Olivia is in the back row. Stella has a really good serve, had maybe 5 kills, not dunks, as well as a really effective blocker and setter. Both of the twins can help the Gophers next year. What happens with Mel, I don’t know, but help is definitely on the way. It’s also crazy how much better Stella is than CPs setter. Makes a huge difference when the sets are accurate.
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Post by gophergirl on Nov 2, 2023 8:26:05 GMT -5
I was really impressed with Olivia and Stella last night. Olivia reminded me a little of Sarah Franklin. Good shot selection, hit off of high hands, tooled the block, slammed it down, campfire tip, you name it, she did it. And Stella is going to be a stellar player for the Gophs. She's got such a solid all around game. I also noticed that she has the same mannerisms when celebrating a point that SSS had when celebrating. It was cool to see a little of her older sister in her. And they totally have the same nose
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Post by ndodge on Nov 2, 2023 8:57:27 GMT -5
I was really impressed with Olivia and Stella last night. Olivia reminded me a little of Sarah Franklin. Good shot selection, hit off of high hands, tooled the block, slammed it down, campfire tip, you name it, she did it. And Stella is going to be a stellar player for the Gophs. She's got such a solid all around game. I also noticed that she has the same mannerisms when celebrating a point that SSS had when celebrating. It was cool to see a little of her older sister in her. And they totally have the same nose Is a replay of the match available somewhere ?
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Post by skolgophers on Nov 2, 2023 9:01:24 GMT -5
I was really impressed with Olivia and Stella last night. Olivia reminded me a little of Sarah Franklin. Good shot selection, hit off of high hands, tooled the block, slammed it down, campfire tip, you name it, she did it. And Stella is going to be a stellar player for the Gophs. She's got such a solid all around game. I also noticed that she has the same mannerisms when celebrating a point that SSS had when celebrating. It was cool to see a little of her older sister in her. And they totally have the same nose Is a replay of the match available somewhere ? They are usually posted on YouTube or you can go to the CCX site
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Post by skolgophers on Nov 2, 2023 9:05:55 GMT -5
Any idea on Stella and Olivia’s national ranking?
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Post by jeepers on Nov 2, 2023 11:48:17 GMT -5
Is a replay of the match available somewhere ? They are usually posted on YouTube or you can go to the CCX site It's up on YouTube now:
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Post by gopherhim on Nov 2, 2023 14:18:30 GMT -5
Rush City and Mckenna Garr won their Section 7AA semifinal last night against International Falls -8, -10, -17. They play Esko in the final for the second year in a row. Rush City went to the state tournament for the first time in school history after winning in five sets. Mckenna was a 2022 Class AA All-State selection as a sophomore. The Rush City volleyball Instagram has some highlights from last night’s match. It’s mostly sideout kills but there are some Mckenna passes. On match point Mckenna passes and also has a dig. instagram.com/stories/rushcityvball/3226737398653039033?utm_source=ig_story_item_share&igshid=YjVjNjZkNmFjNg==
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Post by hammer on Nov 2, 2023 15:05:21 GMT -5
Does anyone have any info on 2026 OH Makenna Crosson? I don’t usually do much digging past 2025 recruits because it’s so far away but I stumbled upon her volleyball Instagram “makennacrosson_vb2026” and saw she was at the pav for the Penn State game! Her father was the coach at Cal until this year so Lydia Grote maybe has some ties I’m sure but she also posted pictures of her at the zoo with what appeared to be Coach Cooks son? There was also a picture of her with Cook in a kitchen so it makes me wonder if they are related some how? Unless part of Minnys recruiting process is inviting players family for supper I’m not 100% sure that’s why I’m looking for other info! Prep volleyball had her as #6 on the summer top 150 list so maybe she’d be a good get for an outside after Landfair leaves in a couple years? 🤷🏻♀️ I know I’m getting way ahead of myself but I finally watched Kelly Kinneys YouTube interview she did and talking about her recruitment process got me excited for finding future gophers! Or you just uncovered a recruiting violation.
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