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Post by Vball Fandom on Apr 15, 2022 0:53:57 GMT -5
I think Endsley's arm is answer at Oppo. Cooks system needs a big arm over there. It may also allow her to be less quick at that position sighting AY's point. At this point in a player's progress, they are not going to get much quicker than they have shown. I think we will see Hoffman, Bush, and Endsley as the pins. If we can play defense and Bays can improve her dig percentage, this team has some hope of making some noise!
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Post by alwayslearning on Apr 15, 2022 10:28:52 GMT -5
Despite the fact we've now had two seasons with Madi Endsley, she's still a bit of an enigma with something to prove. Her best moments were during UW's improbable run to the Final Four in the Spring of 2021. Since then, it's been a lot of inconsistency and disappointment. With her power, she's a candidate for Opposite (who would be subbed with a DS in the back row). But can she hit consistently for average? Can she be a strong blocking presence? The potential is there. If I had to guess right now, I would say Emoni Bush is our Opposite -- a really strong blocker with a high ceiling. And if I had to pick Hoffman's running mate on the left side, I would guess Crenshaw. Shannon can play six rotations and might just have a great senior season. Madi's job is to give Bush and Crenshaw (and Wilmes?) a run for their money and win a starting position.
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Post by huskyvolley on Apr 15, 2022 11:14:50 GMT -5
Despite the fact we've now had two seasons with Madi Endsley, she's still a bit of an enigma with something to prove. Her best moments were during UW's improbable run to the Final Four in the Spring of 2021. Since then, it's been a lot of inconsistency and disappointment. With her power, she's a candidate for Opposite (who would be subbed with a DS in the back row). But can she hit consistently for average? Can she be a strong blocking presence? The potential is there. If I had to guess right now, I would say Emoni Bush is our Opposite -- a really strong blocker with a high ceiling. And if I had to pick Hoffman's running mate on the left side, I would guess Crenshaw. Shannon can play six rotations and might just have a great senior season. Madi's job is to give Bush and Crenshaw (and Wilmes?) a run for their money and win a starting position. I also see Emoni at OPP for her height, but I was super impressed that she could hit 4 to 4 (pretty comfortably) as a freshman. |
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Post by blue-footedbooby on Apr 15, 2022 12:37:09 GMT -5
Alright Dawg Pack..... spring season is here and the fall is right around the corner. My wish list for the players likely to see the floor: This was fun to read! Question: Is there an obvious candidate for opposite this year with Sam having graduated? Could Endsley switch to that pin? I’m not all that familiar with Washington’s incoming class. I wonder if Hoffman could move over to Sam's old position and Crenshaw move to Hoffman's? Then Endlsey and Bush could rotate like last year. Also, Wilmes could move into Crenshaws old position. |
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Post by ay2013 on Apr 15, 2022 13:47:35 GMT -5
This was fun to read! Question: Is there an obvious candidate for opposite this year with Sam having graduated? Could Endsley switch to that pin? I’m not all that familiar with Washington’s incoming class. I wonder if Hoffman could move over to Sam's old position and Crenshaw move to Hoffman's? Then Endlsey and Bush could rotate like last year. Also, Wilmes could move into Crenshaws old position. You don't take your most skilled scorer off the L1 position. WHile I think Hoffman would be very good on the RS, she's NEEDED on the LS as that is where most of the sets will go. |
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Post by ay2013 on Apr 15, 2022 13:50:10 GMT -5
Alright Dawg Pack..... spring season is here and the fall is right around the corner. My wish list for the players likely to see the floor: Powell- Be more consistent: I don't want to sound too negative, but while she is a very good setter, I think her biggest issue is consistency. You can pin point many lost sets to less than ideal setting, even on good passes. In 2020 she was rehabbing, so that was too be expected, 2021 had some ups and downs, I'd like her to finish her college career walking into every match and not having to question her play. Hoffman- Just stay healthy: From early on it was very clear that the play of Hoffman was critical in our big match wins. Always being somewhat of a 2nd hitting option (though primary when Dreschel was playing through inconsistency and injury) her ability to pass and score was the catalyst for big wins in the past and next year it will be no different. She's been bothered by injury off and on since day 1. She's probably the most underrated OH in her 2018 recruiting class and there are few pins I'd trade for her all around game and ability to score out of system. I'd like a 100% healthy season for her, do big things Claire! Crenshaw- Swing like it's match point for the 18 open crown: Such an enigma player, I don't think she's particularly great at any one particular volleyball skill, but yet she's an invaluable teammate. I'd like to see more offense from her. Don't be passive, swing. I vividly recall watching the 18 open years ago and Crenshaw swung for the match playing for Top Select. It had deep range, high contact, and was powerful. Swing like that Shannon, swing like that. Grote- Develop a boss b*tich attitude: MVP of the of the 2021 season. A breakout year. Solid defensively and ended up being one of the best slide attackers in the country. IMO, she needs that on court swagger to match it. You watch some of the true game changers last year (Samedy, Rettke, May, Eggleston) and when the camera pans to them after a kill or a big block, you can just see the look in their eyes- they know they are good, and they are going to show you. Sometimes when I watch Marin she just looks to playful. I'm not saying that's a bad thing, but I'd like to see her develop some on-court swagger. Demand the ball and post up against the competition. Bays- take control: It's hard as a freshmen to assert themselves. I think Bays came off timid at times, but the libero role is hers now, and she'll be an anchor for this team for years to come and won't have the current seniors to lean on after this year. She needs to use this year to develop leadership in the backcourt and assert herself. Summers- blocking blocking blocking: We haven't got to see her much as she's usually 3rd in the depth chart. But now it's her time to shine and I'd love for her to really focus on her ability to read the sets and close the blocks fast. I don't think it's too farfetched to say that blocking from her could end up being the difference maker of how far this team can go in the fall. Endsley- move move move: I've said from day one that the biggest problem with Madi is that she doesn't move well enough for an OH. It completely changes what shot she can hit. I was dumfounded how often her tips found the floor, as it was pretty obvious she was going to it. Watch Claire Hoffman move around the court and then watch Endsley, it's no comparison. When Endsley can develop that type of movement, she'll be an All American offensive weapon. Bush- Just steadily improve: Flashes of greatness last season....she could be a Bajema type progression if she keeps on working. Explosive athlete, just keep doing the damn thing. Cole- Play a set?: no...really.... My wish is that you can be in the lineup for an extended period of time. Wilmes- Play with nothing to lose. I love a new face that comes in balling. *not trying to be negative in excluding the other players on the roster, but sans injury I don't see anyone else getting meaningful playing time beyond a DS role* Crazy High Expectations: Pac-12 Champion, NC Title Appearance Realistic: Top 3 Pac-12, Elite 8 I'd be content with: Top 4 Pac-12, Sweet 16 Appearance This was fun to read! Question: Is there an obvious candidate for opposite this year with Sam having graduated? Could Endsley switch to that pin? I’m not all that familiar with Washington’s incoming class. If I had a crystal ball the lineup is going to look like: L1: Hoffman (all around) L2: Crenshaw/Wilmes (all around) MB1: Grote MB2: Summers S: Powell OPP: Bush/Endsley/Cole (DS) L: Bays A bit worried about depth, I'd like to have one more middle on the roster. The opposite position will be DS'd and the coaching staff will be liberal in making substitutions in the L2 and opposite positon. |
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Post by mikegarrison on Apr 15, 2022 13:54:27 GMT -5
Yeah, it seems like a bad move to take Hoffman out of her current position. She's clearly their most important scoring option, as we see every year when her injuries slow her down or take her out of the roster entirely.
It would be nice for us (and her too, I'm sure) if she can be healthy for the full season.
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Post by huskyvolley on Apr 15, 2022 14:47:45 GMT -5
I think it's going to be a breakout year for Shannon!
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Post by ay2013 on Apr 15, 2022 16:07:40 GMT -5
On a separate note, re the non-conference schedule, ummmm, can we please ditch the UW/Colorado - Illinois/Iowa annual preseason week?. I know these standing tournaments are popular but I much preferred when we were paid with a typical Pac-12 tournament team and had at least 1 marquee opponent. Washington playing a team like Iowa serves absolutely no RPI purpose. A win, and it's not a real positive for our RPI, we lose and we look weak.....no benefit. We did have a better pairing circa 2014 with USC and Wisconsin/Maryland.... Unfortunately, Wisconsin bailed on that, but I think there is an opportunity here to pair off for another 4 year tournament. I'd be on board with Washington pairing with USC and taking on the top of the ACC. That conference is rising.
I think I mentioned it but I'd like to see the following:
Week 1- Tour de East Coast RPI
Week 2- Pac-12/ACC tournament with USC and Pitt and Louisville
Week 3- Get in on a Big 10/Big 12/SEC hosted local tournament with a likely tournament quality, but not seed quality, team.
Week 4- Host a best of the west tournament with the reinging champion of the WCC, Mountain West, and Big West
The frequent matches against RPI hurting west coast teams gotta go.....
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Post by JJVb on Apr 15, 2022 17:08:38 GMT -5
This was fun to read! Question: Is there an obvious candidate for opposite this year with Sam having graduated? Could Endsley switch to that pin? I’m not all that familiar with Washington’s incoming class. If I had a crystal ball the lineup is going to look like: L1: Hoffman (all around) L2: Crenshaw/Wilmes (all around) MB1: Grote MB2: Summers S: Powell OPP: Bush/Endsley/Cole (DS) L: Bays A bit worried about depth, I'd like to have one more middle on the roster. The opposite position will be DS'd and the coaching staff will be liberal in making substitutions in the L2 and opposite positon. Elise Hani (MB) will provide more depth in the middle. Not sure if she will be ready to effectively contribute right away, but at least she could if needed. |
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Post by ay2013 on Apr 15, 2022 17:09:46 GMT -5
If I had a crystal ball the lineup is going to look like: L1: Hoffman (all around) L2: Crenshaw/Wilmes (all around) MB1: Grote MB2: Summers S: Powell OPP: Bush/Endsley/Cole (DS) L: Bays A bit worried about depth, I'd like to have one more middle on the roster. The opposite position will be DS'd and the coaching staff will be liberal in making substitutions in the L2 and opposite positon. Elise Hani (MB) will provide more depth in the middle. Not sure if she will be ready to effectively contribute right away, but at least she could if needed. I'm aware of her coming into the program. One freshmen middle isn't what I'd call depth for a program of this caliber. |
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Post by JJVb on Apr 15, 2022 19:01:41 GMT -5
Elise Hani (MB) will provide more depth in the middle. Not sure if she will be ready to effectively contribute right away, but at least she could if needed. I'm aware of her coming into the program. One freshmen middle isn't what I'd call depth for a program of this caliber. I guess we will see. I never underestimate freshmen. |
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Post by huskyvolley on Apr 15, 2022 19:50:27 GMT -5
I'm aware of her coming into the program. One freshmen middle isn't what I'd call depth for a program of this caliber. I guess we will see. I never underestimate freshmen. There are great freshmen, but Hani isn't college ready. |
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Post by tomclen on Apr 15, 2022 19:58:04 GMT -5
Bravo to those of you analyzing the Fall '22 season!
Lots of good info for folks like me who are still stopping TIVO at the end of the 2nd set at Gregory. I think by August, I'll be well.
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Post by blue-footedbooby on Apr 16, 2022 10:10:09 GMT -5
I guess we will see. I never underestimate freshmen. There are great freshmen, but Hani isn't college ready. Personally I like that Wessels kid coming in a year later. She seems rock! |
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