|
Post by kb808 on Aug 26, 2022 19:20:41 GMT -5
We will have a losing record going into Conference then win the Big West! this is so predictable, we are no longer a top volleyball program as we will continue to not make it into a regional :-(.. but most wahine fans are ok with this end result! I'm not ok with the result, but the team is what it is at this point. The team's ceiling was reached in the off-season on the recruiting front--we can't change that. We can only hope for them to play to their utmost potential and do what they can. Agree.. exactly my point sugar coated!!!
|
|
|
Post by pineappleexpress on Aug 26, 2022 19:23:07 GMT -5
Whatever happens this weekend, I'm excited to see our team at the Stan next week. It's been almost 2 years since I last stepped foot in that place. Amen!!! Nice to put our positive Shaka on the girls 🤙
|
|
|
Post by toonscivb on Aug 26, 2022 19:27:37 GMT -5
Saying that the team is going to lose after the first loss of the season is a bit much like… it’s the first game.
Anyway, go Bows!!! All that matters to me is if they played hard.
|
|
|
Post by Courtside5 on Aug 26, 2022 20:08:37 GMT -5
We will have a losing record going into Conference then win the Big West! this is so predictable, we are no longer a top volleyball program as we will continue to not make it into a regional :-(.. but most wahine fans are ok with this end result! I'm not ok with the result, but the team is what it is at this point. The team's ceiling was reached in the off-season on the recruiting front--we can't change that. We can only hope for them to play to their utmost potential and do what they can. Maybe seeing the men's 2 championship banners in a row will inspire them to work harder to improve and show us their potential. But the team is young so....
|
|
|
Post by 2left on Aug 26, 2022 20:12:42 GMT -5
We will have a losing record going into Conference then win the Big West! this is so predictable, we are no longer a top volleyball program as we will continue to not make it into a regional :-(.. but most wahine fans are ok with this end result! I'm not ok with the result, but the team is what it is at this point. The team's ceiling was reached in the off-season on the recruiting front--we can't change that. We can only hope for them to play to their utmost potential and do what they can. Yes, there's a difference between accepting the current players for what they are (if they have good attitudes) and supporting them, and being content with never being nationally relevant again. The 2019 and lost 2020 team were (or would have been) relevant. I hope people can support the team without being accused of being quitters, because I think it is the exact opposite. As fans, the only thing we can really do to help is to go to games and contribute money - it's not like we're out there playing or coaching. At the same time, I don't see a problem with people complaining in this forum, because that's what it's here for.
|
|
|
Post by pineappleexpress on Aug 26, 2022 20:21:38 GMT -5
I'm not ok with the result, but the team is what it is at this point. The team's ceiling was reached in the off-season on the recruiting front--we can't change that. We can only hope for them to play to their utmost potential and do what they can. Yes, there's a difference between accepting the current players for what they are (if they have good attitudes) and supporting them, and being content with never being nationally relevant again. The 2019 and lost 2020 team were (or would have been) relevant. I hope people can support the team without being accused of being quitters, because I think it is the exact opposite. As fans, the only thing we can really do to help is to go to games and contribute money - it's not like we're out there playing or coaching. At the same time, I don't see a problem with people complaining in this forum, because that's what it's here for. I’m thinking some people in here need a good old fashion paddlin.
|
|
|
Post by babybacksets on Aug 26, 2022 20:44:27 GMT -5
I'm not ok with the result, but the team is what it is at this point. The team's ceiling was reached in the off-season on the recruiting front--we can't change that. We can only hope for them to play to their utmost potential and do what they can. Yes, there's a difference between accepting the current players for what they are (if they have good attitudes) and supporting them, and being content with never being nationally relevant again. The 2019 and lost 2020 team were (or would have been) relevant. I hope people can support the team without being accused of being quitters, because I think it is the exact opposite. As fans, the only thing we can really do to help is to go to games and contribute money - it's not like we're out there playing or coaching. At the same time, I don't see a problem with people complaining in this forum, because that's what it's here for. It comes down to analysis. Sure when it’s the off season, go off on whatever dumb tangents and stuff you want but in season you gotta have more to say than just “oh the team sucks and is going to lose/be losers going into conference play” The Wahine team have a tough schedule for a reason and the Texas A&M team of today is NOT the same as last season. So inaccurate comparisons are going to be annoying to read. There are plenty of people on this thread with solid, thoughtful, high volleyball IQ insight on players and matches. They are what makes this thread worth frequenting. And then you have those who just seem like they are 4 beers in with their commentary and with nothing of substance to say, that’s not really contributing anything of worth to the thread. Might as well be spamming “blahblahblahblah” over and over again with how little value some posts have.
|
|
|
Post by aznsun90 on Aug 26, 2022 21:34:44 GMT -5
Please stay positive. It’s early in the season and there were some bright spots. Team just needs to be consistent.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Aug 26, 2022 21:52:48 GMT -5
Yes, there's a difference between accepting the current players for what they are (if they have good attitudes) and supporting them, and being content with never being nationally relevant again. The 2019 and lost 2020 team were (or would have been) relevant. I hope people can support the team without being accused of being quitters, because I think it is the exact opposite. As fans, the only thing we can really do to help is to go to games and contribute money - it's not like we're out there playing or coaching. At the same time, I don't see a problem with people complaining in this forum, because that's what it's here for. It comes down to analysis. Sure when it’s the off season, go off on whatever dumb tangents and stuff you want but in season you gotta have more to say than just “oh the team sucks and is going to lose/be losers going into conference play” The Wahine team have a tough schedule for a reason and the Texas A&M team of today is NOT the same as last season. So inaccurate comparisons are going to be annoying to read. There are plenty of people on this thread with solid, thoughtful, high volleyball IQ insight on players and matches. They are what makes this thread worth frequenting. And then you have those who just seem like they are 4 beers in with their commentary and with nothing of substance to say, that’s not really contributing anything of worth to the thread. Might as well be spamming “blahblahblahblah” over and over again with how little value some posts have. While I’m here for the increased positivity the bottom line is people can post what they want to post and those of us on the other end can choose to interact or not. Keep it simple and just don’t interact unless you like starting shiiiiiii which yes can be funny af! 😂
|
|
|
Post by kb808 on Aug 26, 2022 22:00:55 GMT -5
It comes down to analysis. Sure when it’s the off season, go off on whatever dumb tangents and stuff you want but in season you gotta have more to say than just “oh the team sucks and is going to lose/be losers going into conference play” The Wahine team have a tough schedule for a reason and the Texas A&M team of today is NOT the same as last season. So inaccurate comparisons are going to be annoying to read. There are plenty of people on this thread with solid, thoughtful, high volleyball IQ insight on players and matches. They are what makes this thread worth frequenting. And then you have those who just seem like they are 4 beers in with their commentary and with nothing of substance to say, that’s not really contributing anything of worth to the thread. Might as well be spamming “blahblahblahblah” over and over again with how little value some posts have. While I’m here for the increased positivity the bottom line is people can post what they want to post and those of us on the other end can choose to interact or not. Keep it simple and just don’t interact unless you like starting shiiiiiii which yes can be funny af! 😂 I’m not your typical wahine fan!!! I have no doubt that we will have a winning season and will once again have a good chance of winning the Big West.. with the level of talent we have that will be a good accomplishment.. soooo Proud of Riley!!!
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Aug 26, 2022 22:02:47 GMT -5
While I’m here for the increased positivity the bottom line is people can post what they want to post and those of us on the other end can choose to interact or not. Keep it simple and just don’t interact unless you like starting shiiiiiii which yes can be funny af! 😂 I’m not your typical wahine fan!!! I have no doubt that we will have a winning season and will once again have a good chance of winning the Big West.. with the level of talent we have that will be a good accomplishment.. soooo Proud of Riley!!! Okay miss thing as you should. Yes Riley was that bihhhh today besides a few rainbow brite @zz tips you feel me? Lol
|
|
|
Post by ohi87 on Aug 26, 2022 22:30:32 GMT -5
My Unprofessional Review
Serving I'm fine with service errors when you've got some aggressive servers but come on ladies. I see some posters saying Hawaii is serving aggressive. With the exception of Caylen, none of these girls should ever miss a serve. Grade: F
Serve-Receive Pretty steady today. Ham was a pleasant surprise. Edmonds underwhelmed. Caylen was targeted and they need to hide her. Grade: B-
Passing Some really good moments. Some really bad moments (Tayli shanking a free ball?) Grade: C
Setting Kate seemed to be under setting a lot of balls and had poor connections with Amber. Great distribution. She'll figure it out but would love to see Matias get a shot. Grade: C+
Blocking I mean, TAMU somehow had a ton of firepower but our block just wasn't there today. Both middles seemed slow to the pin and they couldn't figure out there timing. Grade: D
Attacking Some good stuff from all hitters today, but also some really bad stuff too (Riley's tip into the net, Akana hitting it under the net, lots of tips from the Middle). Lots of players taking swings though which I love to see. Grade B-
Attitude This has always been a Hawaii thing for me - no one on the team seems to fire everyone up. Amber tries but then we see Riley "rolling her eyes". Idk why this bugs me as much as it does but would love to see the girls celebrate with passion instead of just ho-hum on to the next point. But overall, great attitudes and no one got down. Grade: B
Overall Some promising things from today's game. Will be fun to see what the bench can do and how the starting lineup evolves. I don't think anyone's position is secure, except maybe Amber. I think the girls will do enough to win the Big West but they've got their work cutout. Grade C+
|
|
|
Post by pineappleexpress on Aug 26, 2022 22:53:03 GMT -5
My Unprofessional Review Serving I'm fine with service errors when you've got some aggressive servers but come on ladies. I see some posters saying Hawaii is serving aggressive. With the exception of Caylen, none of these girls should ever miss a serve. Grade: F Serve-Receive Pretty steady today. Ham was a pleasant surprise. Edmonds underwhelmed. Caylen was targeted and they need to hide her. Grade: B- Passing Some really good moments. Some really bad moments (Tayli shanking a free ball?) Grade: C Setting Kate seemed to be under setting a lot of balls and had poor connections with Amber. Great distribution. She'll figure it out but would love to see Matias get a shot. Grade: C+ Blocking I mean, TAMU somehow had a ton of firepower but our block just wasn't there today. Both middles seemed slow to the pin and they couldn't figure out there timing. Grade: D Attacking Some good stuff from all hitters today, but also some really bad stuff too (Riley's tip into the net, Akana hitting it under the net, lots of tips from the Middle). Lots of players taking swings though which I love to see. Grade B- Attitude This has always been a Hawaii thing for me - no one on the team seems to fire everyone up. Amber tries but then we see Riley "rolling her eyes". Idk why this bugs me as much as it does but would love to see the girls celebrate with passion instead of just ho-hum on to the next point. But overall, great attitudes and no one got down. Grade: B Overall Some promising things from today's game. Will be fun to see what the bench can do and how the starting lineup evolves. I don't think anyone's position is secure, except maybe Amber. I think the girls will do enough to win the Big West but they've got their work cutout. Grade C+ This was a stress test today it would have been great to see a win but I rather have the girls show there mistakes now and have Robyn and crew fix them which we all know she will in that Ah Mow special kind of way.
|
|
|
Post by bucky415 on Aug 26, 2022 22:57:44 GMT -5
Well, crud. This is a blow to the hopes of the Wahine scoring an at large bid, but I think Texas A&M is pretty good, and it is not a sign of doom to lose in 5 on the road in an opener in those circumstances. The lack of blocks stood out to me looking at the box score, but that is often something that takes a while to gel. While I am sad to not be able to watch the Wahine this weekend, I am stoked my "holiday" for work, I work night shift, not by choice, is next Sunday, so I should finally be able to watch a UCLA at Hawai'i match on streaming, as long as it is on ESPN+ again!
|
|
|
Post by staticb on Aug 26, 2022 23:13:02 GMT -5
The good news is that the Big West not looking great on Day 1, and UCLA isn't either.
|
|