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Post by ironhammer on Aug 4, 2021 9:06:44 GMT -5
Well, it looks like a re-run of the Rio semi-final when US takes on Serbia in the semi-final in Tokyo. Question is, will the result be different this time? I really don't want US to stumble again in the semi-final. Now Bosko and Co looks scary good when they defeated Italy. But US do have a chance? Do they? What must US do to neutralize the effectiveness of Boskso?
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Post by midnightblue on Aug 4, 2021 9:21:45 GMT -5
well CAN the USA beat Serbia and WILL the USA beat Serbia are two different questions. They CAN, but it won't be easy. I just hope they don't collapse.
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Post by werka on Aug 4, 2021 10:04:18 GMT -5
I see their path to gold as sort of a redemption arc for the team. Starting with their semifinal tormentors at the last Olympics and then possibly a finals with the team that denied them of 2 gold medals. Would come full circle if the US manages to come together and perform to their potential.
Good luck USA!
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Post by jay on Aug 4, 2021 10:05:32 GMT -5
Well if kRob ever gets subbed in anywhere along the line for MBH we know what the outcome will be.
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Post by jay on Aug 4, 2021 10:13:05 GMT -5
The table is set for Karch to achieve the genius level. With Hancock set to lead them to gold and if he has their presence of mind to backup MBH with Hill in case needed and she delivers then all the mockingbirds will be dead.
Could we possibly stand another Olympic cycle with Karch at the helm? Especially when he will have Plummer, SWP, and all the yet unknown miracle workers at his disposal.
Come bye y'all, karch. Lead us to the promised land and we will worship you.
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Post by volleyfan24 on Aug 4, 2021 10:13:08 GMT -5
Can we yes will we maybe? We haven’t shown that we are consistent we have had streaky runs but Serbia hasn’t played flawless volleyball either. The difference maker is when Serbia panics its Bosko for an easy out they have something we do not. Thompson can be that but not always. I anticipate a good match no matter what it’s USA and I believe the girls will give their all.
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Post by Wichsen on Aug 4, 2021 10:33:47 GMT -5
Mbh will have to eat and rest alot because she will be the main target for receive. While we see her play good, playing the whole tournament since vnl might be a big factor for her and larson as they played alot. I hope they can manage to control boskovic. They need a good blocker for her. Not sure how mbh able to perform against bosko in turkish but i just hope if either larson/mbh is not working they gonna put hill there.
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Post by volleyheels10 on Aug 4, 2021 10:38:19 GMT -5
If we can control Bos the way we did Egonu...yes. Egonu had a lot of kills, but had a tremendous amount of errors due to the US defense.
Hancock has the USA offense in a better rhythm....if we get Thompson back and have hancock setting, we will be in good shape. Gotta get the middles more involved.
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Post by jwvolley on Aug 4, 2021 10:40:35 GMT -5
If we can control Bos the way we did Egonu...yes. Egonu had a lot of kills, but had a tremendous amount of errors due to the US defense. Hancock has the USA offense in a better rhythm....if we get Thompson back and have hancock setting, we will be in good shape. Gotta get the middles more involved. Egonu had a tremendous amount of errors because Egonu makes a tremendous amount of errors. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2021 10:40:53 GMT -5
Tijana is way less error prone than Egonu and is more terminal too
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Post by WMegs55 on Aug 4, 2021 10:48:04 GMT -5
Right back defense will be a concern
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Post by andrewwmic on Aug 4, 2021 10:49:45 GMT -5
Right back defense will be a concern And Hancock is better than Poulter here |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2021 10:50:32 GMT -5
How many of you giving your takes even watched Serbia dismantle Italy last night ? They played almost flawlessly. Clearly if you are still trying to compare Boskovic and Egonu then you didn’t watch.,.. one hit 300 and one hit .044
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Post by basil on Aug 4, 2021 11:05:57 GMT -5
can we? sure, anything can happen. will we? I'm not so sure. it'll definitely take an inspired performance. but we're in the semis, everything needs an inspired performance.
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Post by binsoy on Aug 4, 2021 11:14:32 GMT -5
Interesting rematch for sure. Comparing both squads’ Rio and Tokyo teams, I feel like Serbia’s improved while the USA has regressed a bit. I think the USA will need to light up the service line to give themselves opportunities vs. Boskovic. Looking forward to seeing JT back! Hoping for a great match!
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