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Post by volleybro00 on Jan 25, 2021 20:50:02 GMT -5
From being a follower of James from his Stanford and Pro days, from some of his latest Instagram posts it looks as he is transferring to play pro-beach volleyball. What are we expecting of him as he transitions to beach? Big block with great hands, could we see someone scooping him up for the AVP? It looked like he was playing some smaller tourneys with Frishman. Thoughts?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2021 21:14:06 GMT -5
he is indeed. moving to socal, trying to do it. could be what we need
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2021 2:13:59 GMT -5
He is someone who has all of the foundational skills needed to succeed, but it’s a matter of how much time and energy he will put into learning the game at a high level. There have been many who have tried, but maybe not many as talented as Shaw. I’m absolutely rooting for the guy.
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Post by JB Southpaw on Jan 26, 2021 12:21:45 GMT -5
Awesome news! Turns 27 in March. Not only set, but has played some Opposite, which is good. It'll be a much easier time for him to find a good left side player. As a setter indoors, should have decent agility, Great bloodlines. from his Insta: ameswshaw "Out here on the ranch, it’s prep time for my first season of pro beach volleyball. And you know what that means...I’m hanging out with my two good pals, the 24kg kettlebell, and my @sproutliving Epic Protein blend. Of course. I can’t think of a better one-two punch to head into battle with. For a massive 20% discount on all things @sproutliving, head to the link in my bio or go to www.sproutliving.com/go/jamesshaw/ and use the code JAMES20 at checkout. We both win when you do (me being an affiliate and all)! Level up your supplement game! DO IT NOW!!!" He has a few clips of playing on there. His block looks big, and he looks fluid. I like that he is playing with Frish too, I think he's a smart player. #newhope |
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Post by ShaneM2005 on Jan 26, 2021 13:32:07 GMT -5
Big fan of Shaw as well. Would love to see him have some beach success.
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Post by volleybro00 on Jan 26, 2021 15:27:22 GMT -5
To continue this thread, what are the chances someone big picks him up during this free agency kind of vibe? Do you think he sticks with Frish and learns the game from him before trying to make big moves?
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Post by guest2 on Jan 26, 2021 16:11:20 GMT -5
To continue this thread, what are the chances someone big picks him up during this free agency kind of vibe? Do you think he sticks with Frish and learns the game from him before trying to make big moves? If he shows any potential, I'd expect a mad dash to play with him as soon as a team is eliminated from the Olympics. A 6'8 setter who is younger than Taylor Crabb? Either Crabb or Tri may want to grab him once their situation is resolved. Could be a younger, bigger Budinger in the beginning Id love to see him start the year with Partain or maybe Loomis. Frishman is a solid player but will likely get every serve in MDraw games. |
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Post by JB Southpaw on Jan 26, 2021 16:13:07 GMT -5
To continue this thread, what are the chances someone big picks him up during this free agency kind of vibe? Do you think he sticks with Frish and learns the game from him before trying to make big moves? Frish may be his best choice right now, of known players. Burik, Friend, Hagan Smith if healthy could be options? I'd like him with Loomis, a good vet to keep his attitude up while getting some Ls in the Qs this year. |
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Post by JB Southpaw on Jan 26, 2021 16:14:48 GMT -5
To continue this thread, what are the chances someone big picks him up during this free agency kind of vibe? Do you think he sticks with Frish and learns the game from him before trying to make big moves? If he shows any potential, I'd expect a mad dash to play with him as soon as a team is eliminated from the Olympics. A 6'8 setter who is younger than Taylor Crabb? Either Crabb or Tri may want to grab him once their situation is resolved. Could be a younger, bigger Budinger in the beginning Id love to see him start the year with Partain or maybe Loomis. Frishman is a solid player but will likely get every serve in MDraw games. Maybe down the road with Partain, but Shaw should get a Vet player at least for the 1st year. |
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Post by johnbar on Jan 26, 2021 16:52:38 GMT -5
He's got the genes.
How is it James has a wikipedia page and Don Shaw doesn't?
Maybe I'll start one when I have a minute.
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Post by guest2 on Jan 26, 2021 16:53:27 GMT -5
If he shows any potential, I'd expect a mad dash to play with him as soon as a team is eliminated from the Olympics. A 6'8 setter who is younger than Taylor Crabb? Either Crabb or Tri may want to grab him once their situation is resolved. Could be a younger, bigger Budinger in the beginning Id love to see him start the year with Partain or maybe Loomis. Frishman is a solid player but will likely get every serve in MDraw games. Maybe down the road with Partain, but Shaw should get a Vet player at least for the 1st year. Too bad Billy Allen is taken. I think Reid would be a really good choice if he would move off David Lee. Rosie on a comeback maybe? I agree with you on Loomis, but I wonder if Ty still practice full time? |
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Post by crawdaddy on Jan 27, 2021 0:20:59 GMT -5
This is great news. I actually think Frishman is a great partner to start out with. He’s got fantastic ball control, seems like a positive, upbeat guy, and there won’t be immediate pressure to win big.
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Post by JB Southpaw on Jan 27, 2021 8:32:29 GMT -5
This is great news. I actually think Frishman is a great partner to start out with. He’s got fantastic ball control, seems like a positive, upbeat guy, and there won’t be immediate pressure to win big. Yeah, there are a lot of positives for him with Frishman. But, I would like Shaw to get a partner that will make teams serve him. I think every serve will go Frish, unless Shaw can't pass at all. I'd also like to see him with a player that is dynamic enough to hit different tempo sets. Take advantage of Shaw's already built skills. It would be great for Shaw to be able to jump set almost every pass to have the hitting option. |
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Post by volleyballjim on Jan 27, 2021 16:53:08 GMT -5
Don't know a thing about Shaw, so interesting thread . . . I'm going to post something on indoor to beach as that is an interesting subject . . . It always SOUNDS "doable", but, as we've found out these past 4 years in politics, it doesn't always work out as planned . . .
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Post by KAP on Feb 16, 2021 10:11:06 GMT -5
James Shaw is signed up for the AVP Next in San Antonio at the end of the month with John Schwengel. Other notable pairings are Benesh/Drost, Connole/Roschitz, Webber/Cory, Samuels/Cox, and Amorim/Friend. 210beach.bracketpal.com/signup/139? |
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