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Texas 2021
Aug 30, 2021 21:17:28 GMT -5
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Post by hornshouse23 on Aug 30, 2021 21:17:28 GMT -5
Small things I’d like to see: - someone stepping up a bit more in digging balls. I think we’re pretty scrappy but I’d like to see positioning improve just a tad. Parra has been great, but I actually think her game could improve some here. - more block touches. I’d actually like to see Fields show a bit more strength here. Impressed with Molly and what she brings to the front line. - I think sometimes our offense gets a bit predictable. That’s probably confirmation bias but we have so many options to play with and it feels predictable too much. - continued serve pressure. If the servers aren’t hitting, then seeing an adjustment. I’m excited for Wednesday. This, but also adding back row attacks by Parra. Side note: is our offense slower so far this season than it was towards the end of spring season? It feels slower. The team willl be ready for Minny. Being #1 doesn’t mean perfect, but I hope they pull out the ‘big’ wins while they improve on those things.
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Post by texastothehouse15 on Aug 30, 2021 22:50:33 GMT -5
anyone got a way to watch Texas-UTSA? haven't been able to find a youtube replay yet. Just uploaded. Not the full hour long videos but it's every point just condensed
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Post by basil on Aug 30, 2021 23:16:17 GMT -5
anyone got a way to watch Texas-UTSA? haven't been able to find a youtube replay yet. Just uploaded. Not the full hour long videos but it's every point just condensed thank you!
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Post by jwvolley on Aug 30, 2021 23:59:59 GMT -5
Omg lol who did this (minute 26:24)
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Post by basil on Aug 31, 2021 0:33:58 GMT -5
Omg lol who did this (minute 26:24) awkward LMFAO
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Post by basil on Aug 31, 2021 0:40:54 GMT -5
After watching Texas-UTSA:
Setting was better, but still not as crisp as it needs to be. I thought Cabello did better as the match went along, particularly back setting. Our passing is not where it was last year at all though, so that probably contributes. That will need to be better for Minnesota. Serving and blocking looked good, thought Skylar still has issues blocking on the right but her hitting has clearly improved. Floor defense is looking pretty solid, especially behind the better blocking.
I think as long as our passing gets better, we should be fine on Wednesday in Minneapolis. Texas-Minnesota is always entertaining though, should be fun!
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Post by eyeroll2021 on Aug 31, 2021 12:58:29 GMT -5
i'm not sure what to think about the upcoming match with minnesota. i haven't watched minnesota play this season, but i have watched Texas play. is Texas the #1 team? maybe, maybe not. what i saw vs. utsa is likely not good enough to beat a team like minnesota. You should watch the Minnesota v. Baylor game. It was very messy for the Gophers
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Post by eyeroll2021 on Aug 31, 2021 13:00:01 GMT -5
anyone got a way to watch Texas-UTSA? haven't been able to find a youtube replay yet. UTSA-Texas 10:00 a.m. LHN Fri 9/3 Anyway to watch LHN without having cable? I'm willing to pay for a streaming service, just don't want to have a full cable contract
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Post by eyeroll2021 on Aug 31, 2021 13:42:39 GMT -5
After watching Texas-UTSA: Setting was better, but still not as crisp as it needs to be. I thought Cabello did better as the match went along, particularly back setting. Our passing is not where it was last year at all though, so that probably contributes. That will need to be better for Minnesota. Serving and blocking looked good, thought Skylar still has issues blocking on the right but her hitting has clearly improved. Floor defense is looking pretty solid, especially behind the better blocking. I think as long as our passing gets better, we should be fine on Wednesday in Minneapolis. Texas-Minnesota is always entertaining though, should be fun! A little rusty - but ok for the first weekend. Watching the Nebraska game, the commentators mentioned that several of their new recruits enrolled early to start practicing with the team. Wondering if that was a Covid development or will become the norm with transfers/freshmen? It seems like an advantage, but obviously comes at the expense of time off / vacations etc. Really happy to see Parra get significant playing time - hope she sticks around longer than this season. Also, let her get some back row attacks in the mix - either as a six rotation OH or DS. Agree that she looks skinny. I'm sure the trainers have got her in the weight room working on it though. So nice to see girls celebrate Reilly Heinrich's ace. Speaks well of team chemistry going forward.
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Texas 2021
Aug 31, 2021 13:47:30 GMT -5
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Post by hornshouse23 on Aug 31, 2021 13:47:30 GMT -5
i'm not sure what to think about the upcoming match with minnesota. i haven't watched minnesota play this season, but i have watched Texas play. is Texas the #1 team? maybe, maybe not. what i saw vs. utsa is likely not good enough to beat a team like minnesota. You should watch the Minnesota v. Baylor game. It was very messy for the Gophers I watched that match again last night. They didn’t look sharp, at least not consistently. *knock on wood* I’ve always enjoyed our matches against minnesota. This should be another good one.
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Post by basil on Aug 31, 2021 13:48:02 GMT -5
Small things I’d like to see: - someone stepping up a bit more in digging balls. I think we’re pretty scrappy but I’d like to see positioning improve just a tad. Parra has been great, but I actually think her game could improve some here. - more block touches. I’d actually like to see Fields show a bit more strength here. Impressed with Molly and what she brings to the front line. - I think sometimes our offense gets a bit predictable. That’s probably confirmation bias but we have so many options to play with and it feels predictable too much. - continued serve pressure. If the servers aren’t hitting, then seeing an adjustment. I’m excited for Wednesday. I agree about Skylar's blocking. I think about Parra's floor defense, when she makes the read she's great. But I remember Jerritt saying that this was one of her first times not training on concrete last season...I'd imagine her movement will only improve. And again, once our passing improves, the offense will be faster and less predictable.
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Post by basil on Aug 31, 2021 13:59:46 GMT -5
full upload with commentary too
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Post by basil on Aug 31, 2021 14:09:39 GMT -5
also, sidenote but it's pretty cool, Logan moved into the top 10 in total career aces all-time at Texas. that's pretty sweet.
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Post by mln59 on Aug 31, 2021 15:09:39 GMT -5
hey gang, i won't be able to make the tuesday (9/7) match vs. Texas state. pretty sure i can do a ticket transfer if someone should want it. not looking for money, but you have to swear on a stack of bibles that you will actually go. send me a DM if interested.
edit: ticket has been claimed
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Texas 2021
Aug 31, 2021 15:23:37 GMT -5
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Post by dl3ww on Aug 31, 2021 15:23:37 GMT -5
After watching Texas-UTSA: Setting was better, but still not as crisp as it needs to be. I thought Cabello did better as the match went along, particularly back setting. Our passing is not where it was last year at all though, so that probably contributes. That will need to be better for Minnesota. Serving and blocking looked good, thought Skylar still has issues blocking on the right but her hitting has clearly improved. Floor defense is looking pretty solid, especially behind the better blocking. I think as long as our passing gets better, we should be fine on Wednesday in Minneapolis. Texas-Minnesota is always entertaining though, should be fun! A little rusty - but ok for the first weekend. Watching the Nebraska game, the commentators mentioned that several of their new recruits enrolled early to start practicing with the team. Wondering if that was a Covid development or will become the norm with transfers/freshmen? It seems like an advantage, but obviously comes at the expense of time off / vacations etc. Really happy to see Parra get significant playing time - hope she sticks around longer than this season. Also, let her get some back row attacks in the mix - either as a six rotation OH or DS. Agree that she looks skinny. I'm sure the trainers have got her in the weight room working on it though. So nice to see girls celebrate Reilly Heinrich's ace. Speaks well of team chemistry going forward. Athletes enrolling a semester early has been happening for a while, I think a lot of the girls do it. (If I’m not mistaken)
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