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Post by oldmanvb on Aug 31, 2023 19:14:41 GMT -5
Any information about Barnes in the concussion protocol?
22 or 23 year old athletes should not have a big problem quickly getting ready to play. Nunge may not be ready to play a five set match, but she should be able to play some significant minutes after a week or so of practice. I doubt she has been sitting around in a lounge chair eating desserts without working out. The second she decided to try to return she probably started working hard.
I agree Burbage on the left side and Bingham on the right side showed a lot against Valpo. If they can continue progressing, with Nunge and when Barnes returns, for the first time in years we will have competent subs at almost all of the positions. Bingham as a backup middle or backup opposite, Terry, Burbage or Nunge on the left side, Barnes, Pan, Barry or May in the back row. The only position without much depth is setter. It takes us back to the Poulter years when she was the only setter on the roster.
For years Tamas was able to pencil in a lineup that did not change from match to match because he had no options. This year he is going to have to find ways to get playing time for whoever is the normal sub to keep them involved in the season.
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Post by inpaign on Aug 31, 2023 20:34:09 GMT -5
Any information about Barnes in the concussion protocol? 22 or 23 year old athletes should not have a big problem quickly getting ready to play. Nunge may not be ready to play a five set match, but she should be able to play some significant minutes after a week or so of practice. I doubt she has been sitting around in a lounge chair eating desserts without working out. The second she decided to try to return she probably started working hard. I agree Burbage on the left side and Bingham on the right side showed a lot against Valpo. If they can continue progressing, with Nunge and when Barnes returns, for the first time in years we will have competent subs at almost all of the positions. Bingham as a backup middle or backup opposite, Terry, Burbage or Nunge on the left side, Barnes, Pan, Barry or May in the back row. The only position without much depth is setter. It takes us back to the Poulter years when she was the only setter on the roster. For years Tamas was able to pencil in a lineup that did not change from match to match because he had no options. This year he is going to have to find ways to get playing time for whoever is the normal sub to keep them involved in the season. Barnes should be back very soon.
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Post by ilalum92 on Aug 31, 2023 22:03:21 GMT -5
Let’s hope for two more wins this weekend. Get us off to a nice 4-0 start and build some confidence.
Having continuity in a starting line-up can only bring good things to this team.
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Post by liberovb10 on Sept 1, 2023 1:13:47 GMT -5
Any information about Barnes in the concussion protocol? 22 or 23 year old athletes should not have a big problem quickly getting ready to play. Nunge may not be ready to play a five set match, but she should be able to play some significant minutes after a week or so of practice. I doubt she has been sitting around in a lounge chair eating desserts without working out. The second she decided to try to return she probably started working hard. I agree Burbage on the left side and Bingham on the right side showed a lot against Valpo. If they can continue progressing, with Nunge and when Barnes returns, for the first time in years we will have competent subs at almost all of the positions. Bingham as a backup middle or backup opposite, Terry, Burbage or Nunge on the left side, Barnes, Pan, Barry or May in the back row. The only position without much depth is setter. It takes us back to the Poulter years when she was the only setter on the roster. For years Tamas was able to pencil in a lineup that did not change from match to match because he had no options. This year he is going to have to find ways to get playing time for whoever is the normal sub to keep them involved in the season. Barnes should be back very soon. inpaign - you’ve quickly become my favorite illini poster….loving the inside scoop!
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Post by gurnee50 on Sept 1, 2023 11:05:50 GMT -5
Barnes should be back very soon. inpaign - you’ve quickly become my favorite illini poster….loving the inside scoop! Favorite CORRECT Illini poster-->https://fightingillini.com/news/2023/9/1/football-it-feels-like-a-dream-nunge-returns-to-illini-volleyball-program-for-2023-season
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Post by pointillinois on Sept 1, 2023 11:06:08 GMT -5
Nunge planned on wrapping up her collegiate career after the Illini's 2022 campaign to move on from volleyball and pursue other opportunities in her career. After studying abroad during her the spring semester, Nunge pushed back her graduation date to December, meaning she would still be on campus during Illinois volleyball's 2023 season.
She initially envisioned her role to be rather minor, offering to help the time by serving as a practice player in her last semester of college. When Tamas offered her the opportunity to return as a full participant on the 2023 roster, though, Nunge immediately knew her answer.
"It was almost no hesitation. I was like, 'Yeah, count me in,'" Nunge said. "The people that Chris has brought in here have really helped me to grow on a personal level. It's been the reason that I've had the confidence in who I am. They all push me to be a better volleyball player, but they also challenged me to improve my social skills and be a more caring and considerate person."
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Post by exit237a on Sept 1, 2023 11:13:28 GMT -5
Welcome back to the squad, Jess!!!
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Post by ilalum92 on Sept 1, 2023 11:22:12 GMT -5
Instagram post confirms too!
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Post by ilalum92 on Sept 1, 2023 11:30:34 GMT -5
Sounds like Jess is healthy and has been playing beach all summer. Conditioning should be good along with increased vert & ball control from playing beach.
#Feartheband ( headband)
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Post by Pasquale on Sept 1, 2023 11:32:46 GMT -5
Happy Friday!
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Post by b1gvballfan on Sept 1, 2023 11:50:47 GMT -5
Happy dance! See you tonight at Huff!
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Post by b1gvballfan on Sept 1, 2023 12:00:05 GMT -5
I originally predicted the Illini to go 15-15 in 2023. With another experienced OH, can I update my prediction to 19-11? 😁
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Post by inpaign on Sept 1, 2023 12:11:34 GMT -5
inpaign - you’ve quickly become my favorite illini poster….loving the inside scoop! Favorite CORRECT Illini poster-->https://fightingillini.com/news/2023/9/1/football-it-feels-like-a-dream-nunge-returns-to-illini-volleyball-program-for-2023-season Haha glad I can give any insight I have! I know it can be frustrating not knowing what goes on behind the scenes within our volleyball program. Also wanted to update...there was a bit of a setback with Barnes & she will not be available tonight ;/ Status for Sunday is unclear...
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Post by exit237a on Sept 1, 2023 12:13:10 GMT -5
Favorite CORRECT Illini poster-->https://fightingillini.com/news/2023/9/1/football-it-feels-like-a-dream-nunge-returns-to-illini-volleyball-program-for-2023-season Haha glad I can give any insight I have! I know it can be frustrating not knowing what goes on behind the scenes within our volleyball program. Also wanted to update...there was a bit of a setback with Barnes & she will not be available tonight ;/ Status for Sunday is unclear... Thanks for the scoops!
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Post by ilalum92 on Sept 1, 2023 12:37:09 GMT -5
I originally predicted the Illini to go 15-15 in 2023. With another experienced OH, can I update my prediction to 19-11? 😁 With the TdB news, I did the same. Im gonna revise to 18-12. My 1st was 20-10
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