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Post by rainbowbadger on Nov 13, 2019 21:01:52 GMT -5
Here’s Punzel’s article on Signing Day. It sounds like it’ll be Demps v. Robinson to fill Duello’s spot on the right. And he confirms Hammill is likely to redshirt.
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Post by badgerbill on Nov 13, 2019 22:08:10 GMT -5
stockham committed to Indiana...argh!
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Post by Wiswell on Nov 13, 2019 22:08:37 GMT -5
Not much volleyball...in that still very inspiring article about Clark! Wasn't she the one who said her most admired person was George Bush? (Or Reagan?) In any case, I hope her tenacious personality succeeds in helping save the Earth, too! Yes, during one of those “ask the Badgers,” Clark said one of the people from history she most wanted to meet was Ronald Reagan because she admired him. I admit this gave me quite a different initial impression of her than the picture painted in this article. I was surprised to learn that she was so into protecting the environment. But I’ve watched her use her social media platform to educate people about climate change. She’s a smart and confident person and I’m glad she has a passion for advocacy. I feel better knowing that people like her are the future. Entertainingly enough, Clark said in a recent Point Wisconsin episode that she used to be afraid of public speaking, but that Sheff helped her learn to be confident and use her voice and be a leader. I love our staff’s mindset that athletics are just the tool they use to teach the players to be citizens of the world. I appreciate that Punzel and Arias and the UW communications team make sure we get to know our players as people. It makes me even prouder of them kicking ass on the court when I know how hard they’re working to kick ass in school and at life, too. The most important thing about public speaking is that if you are comfortable in the subject matter, you will be fine. It's only hard when you are trying to fake it. Don't try to be smart, just be prepared, and honest when you don't know.
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Post by badgerbreath on Nov 13, 2019 22:46:47 GMT -5
The one thing that startled me about the Clark peice is that she had to get to College before knowing anything about climate change. We, and I am including myself, are failing this generation if that is true.
If she wants to know anything about birds, I can put her in touch with some of the most knowledgeable people in the world on that subject. "For the birds" is for them a compliment.
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Post by buckypete on Nov 13, 2019 23:07:11 GMT -5
Punzel feature on Tiffany Clark. The first paragraph of that piece is pure art... "Climate change deniers and environmental scofflaws be forewarned, Tiffany Clark is coming after you. And she plans to do so with the same ferocity she brings to hunting down digs for the University of Wisconsin volleyball team." I am SO HERE for Tiffany Clark, climate vigilante.
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Post by rainbowbadger on Nov 14, 2019 5:35:47 GMT -5
stockham committed to Indiana...argh Agree with the argh. But. Did we even have a schollie for her? If we were only able to offer a partial and having to fight fo playing time, and Aird was able to offer a full ride and a clearer path to playing time, then that’s a more logical choice. Also, she talks about feeling an instant family connection at IU. Sometimes players just go with their gut.
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Post by Wiswell on Nov 14, 2019 9:01:51 GMT -5
The one thing that startled me about the Clark peice is that she had to get to College before knowing anything about climate change. We, and I am including myself, are failing this generation if that is true. If she wants to know anything about birds, I can put her in touch with some of the most knowledgeable people in the world on that subject. "For the birds" is for them a compliment. Just wait until her eligibility is up before making contact, ok? If she likes birds she should be thrilled at the pair of Sand Hill cranes that have lived by the Lakeshore Path marsh for seemingly forever (every spring). It's very cool.
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Post by PeoriaBucky on Nov 14, 2019 10:47:01 GMT -5
Yesterday was the first time I've seen video of Devyn Robinson, and all I can say is... WOW!! She can hammer that ball! I vaguely remember one of the other posters in this thread saying she reminded them of Simone Lee, and I would totally agree, that's the first player I thought of when I saw her hit. Jade looks impressive as well. Very excited to see these three on the court in the future.
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Post by stanfordvb on Nov 14, 2019 11:52:00 GMT -5
Yesterday was the first time I've seen video of Devyn Robinson, and all I can say is... WOW!! She can hammer that ball! I vaguely remember one of the other posters in this thread saying she reminded them of Simone Lee, and I would totally agree, that's the first player I thought of when I saw her hit. Jade looks impressive as well. Very excited to see these three on the court in the future. I thought it was demps who reminded people of lee. Considering Robinson is a middle that is an odd comparison. Demps is an OH and has a smiliar arm swing to lee, maybe I'm confused, but I'm pretty sure it's demps who reminds other of lee
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Post by Deleted on Nov 14, 2019 12:20:30 GMT -5
Not sure I see Lee in either of them. At least, it's not the comparison I'd make. I always thought of Lee as being more of a high flyer. While I am sure Demps and Robinson can get off the floor, they don't strike me as Lee-style leapers. Mind you, I have only seen highlight videos of either of them.
If I have to make a comparison I would think Robinson is more of a Stivrins style player and Demps is more of a Lanier style. Not that they will play at the level of either of those 2. But, stylistically, that's kind of what I felt on video.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 15, 2019 0:03:58 GMT -5
Rotation 6 will put me into an early grave
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Post by badgerbreath on Nov 15, 2019 0:08:48 GMT -5
Rotation 6 will put me into an early grave They just took the lead in the B1G, winning away at Minnie. This only happens when they win the B1G. For god's sake people, be happy.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 15, 2019 0:13:05 GMT -5
Rotation 6 will put me into an early grave They just took the lead in the B1G, winning away at Minnie. This only happens when they win the B1G. For god's sake people, be happy. Ecstatic. I am on enough of a high that I wont be able to sleep for a while tonight. But, that still doesnt change the fact that I think I chewed my finger nails off at the end of the 4th there
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Post by Deleted on Nov 15, 2019 13:17:59 GMT -5
I think the MSU match will be interesting. You hope there isn't a letdown, but you'd almost expect it if they're a bit sluggish physically. Last night was one of those that can take a lot out of you. Need good recovery today and tomorrow, and focus.
Guessing we can just write it in stone that Hilley will be Setter of the Week this week.
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Post by Wiswell on Nov 15, 2019 15:05:52 GMT -5
I think the MSU match will be interesting. You hope there isn't a letdown, but you'd almost expect it if they're a bit sluggish physically. Last night was one of those that can take a lot out of you. Need good recovery today and tomorrow, and focus. Guessing we can just write it in stone that Hilley will be Setter of the Week this week. If there are enough interns, we might get Haggerty too.
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