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Post by huskerrob on Apr 27, 2021 8:08:21 GMT -5
I get why someone would dislike the brash crudeness of it, but when you break it down, it isn't that much worse than what coaches have already said. 1) "who signed her?" is a fair question. 2) "she's not very terminal" is a common critique of her, as it is hard to argue that she is terminal. 3) "or a great blocker" is another common critique of her, with Coach Cook even stating in a recent interview that she is not a strong blocker for Nebraska, even stating they moved Lexi to the right in some rotations to give a better block. 4) she is athletic. Leaving only the last sentence as being a bit harsh. Although it says more about Coach Cook than Jazz Sweet, if you are believing the opinion has some ring of truth to it. There is way worse said about other players. I don't foresee any better situation next year at Nebraska for Jazz, as it is likely she will be paired with a setter who has troubles with setting the Right Side, facing stronger & taller athletes across the net for which to challenge her blocking, & stronger taller athletes inside her own gym challenging her for court time. I like her to see some new coaching, new styles of play & higher level of quality sets for her to hit. I happen to think she will do fine as a pro if she is willing to go where the work is. After all, Andie Malloy is still playing pro while neither of the Rolfzens are. IMO there is a time and place for such opinions. When a player leaves the team is not the time, and on a public BBS is not the place. I understand your opinion, might even agree in part with some of it...but, just because you and I may feel this is the wrong time or the wrong place or even both, doesn't mean it is. Again, there is way worse said about other players, even other players in somewhat the same situation...When Miller departed, there was no shortage of negative comments about her performances, even some related to questioning Cook's capabilities(or maybe that was just me), but no one said anything about such posts as being untimely or too personal. The attacks on a certain past setter have gone way beyond what was said about Jazz, heck the attacks on lots of players including some that are still playing, like Schwarzenbach or Knuckles, are IMHO much worse. What was said was pretty factual, if only considering the numbers & past coaching statements. I think most of us believe she has more potential than what she was able to show for Nebraska, and for all kinds of reasons, but the record is pretty clear on what she did for Nebraska and avg blocker with an avg attack that led to avg termination rates is not outside the lines of reading them. Think of how many people have already written Zuhn off as a failed experiment even as a Sophomore & partial 1st year at OPP, all ready for the next unknown to come replace her regardless of no D1 stat to show they would be any better. /shrug it is what it is and all that is left is to debate the #'s. |
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Post by andrewwmic on Apr 27, 2021 8:10:49 GMT -5
Sweet was the starting opposite as a Freshman and won a National Championship....she's fine.
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Post by eov4nu on Apr 27, 2021 8:15:20 GMT -5
I think we are all getting a little over sensitive about discussing players all of a sudden, that is kinda part of what is done here. You can discuss a player's strengths and weaknesses without being demeaning.
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Post by huskerrob on Apr 27, 2021 8:15:53 GMT -5
I get why someone would dislike the brash crudeness of it, but when you break it down, it isn't that much worse than what coaches have already said. 1) "who signed her?" is a fair question. 2) "she's not very terminal" is a common critique of her, as it is hard to argue that she is terminal. 3) "or a great blocker" is another common critique of her, with Coach Cook even stating in a recent interview that she is not a strong blocker for Nebraska, even stating they moved Lexi to the right in some rotations to give a better block. 4) she is athletic. Leaving only the last sentence as being a bit harsh. Although it says more about Coach Cook than Jazz Sweet, if you are believing the opinion has some ring of truth to it. There is way worse said about other players. I don't foresee any better situation next year at Nebraska for Jazz, as it is likely she will be paired with a setter who has troubles with setting the Right Side, facing stronger & taller athletes across the net for which to challenge her blocking, & stronger taller athletes inside her own gym challenging her for court time. I like her to see some new coaching, new styles of play & higher level of quality sets for her to hit. I happen to think she will do fine as a pro if she is willing to go where the work is. After all, Andie Malloy is still playing pro while neither of the Rolfzens are. Sorry making disparaging comments about someone leaving the team due to graduation and pursuit of a career is just crass, the opposite of classy. If you cannot think of anything good to say then don't say anything. Jazz had a respectable volleyball career at NE. I wish her the best. I do agree a change in coaching may help her game, and that is NOT a knock on the NE coaches. Just sometimes change is good. while that may be, it doesn't stop people from doing such and more to the point, those who object, do so very selectively. Miller didn't get your cover from her doubters posting their negativity about her on her departure. Other than the last comment about 4yrs under Cook, Malloy's departure had plenty of the same critiques and I don't recall people stammering their outrage at such then. In fact all this outrage against the poster is rather unique & begs the question, is it the poster which everyone loves to diminish or is it that for some reason unbeknownst to some, she is off limits for such critique? |
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Post by gibbyb1 on Apr 27, 2021 8:36:30 GMT -5
Sorry making disparaging comments about someone leaving the team due to graduation and pursuit of a career is just crass, the opposite of classy. If you cannot think of anything good to say then don't say anything. Jazz had a respectable volleyball career at NE. I wish her the best. I do agree a change in coaching may help her game, and that is NOT a knock on the NE coaches. Just sometimes change is good. while that may be, it doesn't stop people from doing such and more to the point, those who object, do so very selectively. Miller didn't get your cover from her doubters posting their negativity about her on her departure. Other than the last comment about 4yrs under Cook, Malloy's departure had plenty of the same critiques and I don't recall people stammering their outrage at such then. In fact all this outrage against the poster is rather unique & begs the question, is it the poster which everyone loves to diminish or is it that for some reason unbeknownst to some, she is off limits for such critique? I found the post unnecessary but not crass or rude. At least not by VT standards. I think it was a fair assessment of her play and was more matter of fact than personal. I wish her well. |
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Post by rjaege on Apr 27, 2021 9:05:09 GMT -5
Sorry making disparaging comments about someone leaving the team due to graduation and pursuit of a career is just crass, the opposite of classy. If you cannot think of anything good to say then don't say anything. Jazz had a respectable volleyball career at NE. I wish her the best. I do agree a change in coaching may help her game, and that is NOT a knock on the NE coaches. Just sometimes change is good. while that may be, it doesn't stop people from doing such and more to the point, those who object, do so very selectively. Miller didn't get your cover from her doubters posting their negativity about her on her departure. Other than the last comment about 4yrs under Cook, Malloy's departure had plenty of the same critiques and I don't recall people stammering their outrage at such then. In fact all this outrage against the poster is rather unique & begs the question, is it the poster which everyone loves to diminish or is it that for some reason unbeknownst to some, she is off limits for such critique? I've been pretty consistent in defending Husker student athletes from what I perceive as undue criticism. I think fans expectations are often too high, not every NE player will be an AllAmerican, at the level they play some will struggle, and some will mess up off the court. No need to pile on, just kicking someone while their down IMO. I tend to criticize the criticizes when I feel the criticism is unwarranted. You bring up Miller, I dont remember criticizing her play, but did not see anything negative about her transferring. Based on her comments it was best for her. She was not happy at NE. She cited too much pressure to perform and indicated that some of the coaches contributed as I recall. Those are good reasons to transfer. I saw a bit of her playing very well as libero at Northwestern. She played very well. I wish her and Northwestern the best...well except when they play NE...JJ Edit: BTW I do not think Jazz struggled. She played well and was a valuable member of a team that played at a very high level. After her freshman year, there were many that thought she might be an All American, myself included, but that didn't happen. Regardless she is a very good high level volleyball player. I wish her the best. |
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Post by knapplc on Apr 27, 2021 9:14:41 GMT -5
John Baylor has my hopes up.
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Post by andrewwmic on Apr 27, 2021 9:21:43 GMT -5
John Baylor has my hopes up. wow...he basically said one was "for sure?" I'm really surprised |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2021 9:26:11 GMT -5
Lexi would be my guess as the "for sure"
Lauren definitely gives the "on the fence" vibes
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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2021 9:27:25 GMT -5
is John Baylor suggesting Lauren "go all the around" as a 6-rotations? lol
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Post by Kingsley on Apr 27, 2021 9:27:53 GMT -5
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Post by eov4nu on Apr 27, 2021 9:27:59 GMT -5
Lexi would be my guess as the "for sure" Lauren definitely gives the "on the fence" vibes I could see a scenario where if Lauren needs serious rehab/surgery/etc to take care of what ever is ailing her that she returns to rehab with Husker power and maybe gets to full speed by conference play. I have NO knowledge of the extent of her current injury. |
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Post by jwvolley on Apr 27, 2021 9:35:34 GMT -5
is John Baylor suggesting Lauren "go all the around" as a 6-rotations? lol Lol he's done that before on the radio show. Love JB but he is a bit silly at times. He specifically mentioned Lexi on the right a couple of times here. I wonder if that's already something Cook has hinted at |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2021 9:36:24 GMT -5
is John Baylor suggesting Lauren "go all the around" as a 6-rotations? lol Lol he's done that before on the radio show. Love JB but he is a bit silly at times. He specifically mentioned Lexi on the right a couple of times here. I wonder if that's already something Cook has hinted at Hinted or not, I think it's a natural move at this point. It couldn't happen before because of our lack of OH depth |
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Post by knapplc on Apr 27, 2021 9:37:54 GMT -5
is John Baylor suggesting Lauren "go all the around" as a 6-rotations? lol That is exactly what he's suggesting. She's mobile enough to do it at 6'4", but that's a fraction of the equation needed to be successful in the back row. But, I mean... why not? What's the worst that could happen? I'd go through the growing pains of Stivrins in the back row to have another year of front-row Stivrins. |
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