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Post by Longhorn20 on Apr 23, 2021 11:11:34 GMT -5
I need to rewatch that match, wow. Did Oregon pass well? Also, based on my poor memory, I think UK has a much more distributed offense than 2012 Oregon, which is important for a fast offense that's designed to beat blocks. I think Texas's block will be a factor, but just think it's important to point out that the UK offense is literally designed to beat big blocks. I also think UK's back row defense is being underrated, and is likely going to be just as pivotal as Texas's block. I remember Oregon pretty much sh*t the bed the entire game. Bergsma had 0 kills in the 1st set and was hitting negative. Everyone was playing really poorly. To be fair I think Texas had like 6 blocks in that set. Which is the point I’m trying to make.
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Post by c4ndlelight on Apr 23, 2021 11:12:25 GMT -5
True. To be fair though (and not saying it will be the case again tomorrow), people said the exact same thing about Texas and Oregon in 2012. And I think Oregon actually ran it faster than what Kentucky runs now. I think it comes down to what Kentucky offense shows up. If we see Kentucky from the first 3 sets, I think Texas can take advantage better than Washington could. If we see Kentucky from the last set, I think it could be a sweep. I need to rewatch that match, wow. Did Oregon pass well? Also, based on my poor memory, I think UK has a much more distributed offense than 2012 Oregon, which is important for a fast offense that's designed to beat blocks. I think Texas's block will be a factor, but just think it's important to point out that the UK offense is literally designed to beat big blocks. I also think UK's back row defense is being underrated, and is likely going to be just as pivotal as Texas's block. Oregon served terribly and was just no match for Texas' physicality at the net. Just couldn't slow them down on offense, and Texas was physical enough to block Oregon hitters one-on-one. Passing was OK.
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Post by vbsam16 on Apr 23, 2021 11:39:31 GMT -5
I need to rewatch that match, wow. Did Oregon pass well? Also, based on my poor memory, I think UK has a much more distributed offense than 2012 Oregon, which is important for a fast offense that's designed to beat blocks. I think Texas's block will be a factor, but just think it's important to point out that the UK offense is literally designed to beat big blocks. I also think UK's back row defense is being underrated, and is likely going to be just as pivotal as Texas's block. I remember Oregon pretty much sh*t the bed the entire game. Bergsma had 0 kills in the 1st set and was hitting negative. Everyone was playing really poorly. IIRC, I think Brenner was basically the only bright spot for that Oregon team in that match.
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Post by eotexas5 on Apr 23, 2021 11:39:39 GMT -5
That Ridge Point connection is cool. Also I think pretty much all of the starters have played with each other on USA youth teams or club teams together. Tons of connections. Still can't believe that RP team lost in the Finals to Lovejoy, but then again Lovejoy always has studs.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2021 11:44:52 GMT -5
I don't know how people are predicting a 4-setter or a sweep. I think this will be a 5-set barnburner. Texas beat 3 B1G teams in 4 sets or less. Kentucky also beat their opponents in 4 sets or less. This will be a tough contest for either team; they are very evenly matched, statistically. Coaching and strategy will be key. I don't disagree, but I would not be surprised at all to see a 5 setter where all the sets are not that close. Each team will try and impose their game / will and one team will succeed during that set while the other is trying to adjust which could cause each set to be lopsided. Also both teams have a tendency to take their foot off the gas and let their opponent back in games. which is the recipe for a 5 setter. Agreed.
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Post by fetchin on Apr 23, 2021 11:47:34 GMT -5
I have a crush on Lilley’s BF so go Kentucky I guess.
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Post by huskervolleyball on Apr 23, 2021 11:48:49 GMT -5
My heart wants Kentucky. My head thinks it's Texas. We'll see if we finally get a new first time champs. Go Big Blue!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2021 11:49:42 GMT -5
I have a crush on Lilley’s BF so go Kentucky I guess. me too 😳
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Post by eotexas5 on Apr 23, 2021 11:51:15 GMT -5
I mean, I know folks are going on about Gabriel's block and I'm completely aware that the Kentucky OH's are better but Texas did hold Wisconsin's OH's to .000 and .100ish hitting so she must be doing something right. I have to imagine with the four years of Collins, JE knows how to set the girls up in a good defense, which is why Peterson has been so great. There was a clip last night where you could see Haggerty mouth "I have the setter!" to Hilley. Have OH's been able to tool Gabriel? Absolutely. But I feel like I haven't really seen too many hitters consistently hit over her time and time again, save for that one set where Harrison just went off.
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Post by diggerdive on Apr 23, 2021 11:51:37 GMT -5
My heart wants Kentucky. My head thinks it's Texas. We'll see if we finally get a new first time champs. Go Big Blue! Go with your head this time.
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Post by Hawk Attack on Apr 23, 2021 11:53:01 GMT -5
you can't overstate the Lilley factor enough because she is Kentucky's equivalent to Carlini or SSS and those type setters always give your team a good chance against a better team. You can absolutely overstate it when neither Carlini nor SSS won a national championship. Pin attackers win championships for their teams, not setters.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2021 11:55:31 GMT -5
you can't overstate the Lilley factor enough because she is Kentucky's equivalent to Carlini or SSS and those type setters always give your team a good chance against a better team. You can absolutely overstate it when neither Carlini nor SSS won a national championship. Pin attackers win championships for their teams, not setters. good thing we have 2 first team AA outsides and a right side that could probably hurdle the net if she tried then!
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Post by vbsam16 on Apr 23, 2021 11:57:36 GMT -5
You can absolutely overstate it when neither Carlini nor SSS won a national championship. Pin attackers win championships for their teams, not setters. good thing we have 2 first team AA outsides and a right side that could probably hurdle the net if she tried then! Not Madi hurdling the net hahahahahaha
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Post by saywhatnow on Apr 23, 2021 12:03:04 GMT -5
why does fields want it more than Lilley for example ? Kentucky is trying to prove they belong to be in discussion with the elite programs... if anything I’d say that makes them want it more. Although not sure how we are quantifying that? Also are you saying fields has a chip on her shoulder Bc she didn’t make AA and that is somehow gonna turn her into Zhu ting? Okay Right because Skylar's stellar performance in the last couple matches couldn't have ANYTHING to do with her being slighted by the committee and playing like she has to prove herself. How could I be so naive Wanting it more and playing with a chip are two different things. To say some team wants it more is blatantly disrespectful to all of the athletes that sacrificed - especially this season - to hopefully win a Natty. Yes, there are only a handful that have a shot at winning it but it doesn’t mean they don’t want it. Every team in this tournament wants it and is extremely motivated but the last two teams are the best this season. They have the talent and athleticism to win it all and have proven it by beating the best. Wanting it more is BS. Skylar could very well be playing with a chip but best believe there is a chip on the shoulders of UK for all of the disrespect they get for playing in the SEC and not playing in the B1G or Pac12.
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Post by bballnut90 on Apr 23, 2021 12:05:03 GMT -5
I think this has potential to be an all time great match. Both teams have such electric outside hitters and their setters are playing great. I think Texas has the edge but I think it goes 4 or 5.
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