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Post by babybacksets on Sept 21, 2024 18:22:06 GMT -5
I think Kate in general is a fantastic setter, the way she was able to find Amber so frequently and at such high efficiency was a testament to that. She will be missed, I just wish she had more arms surrounding her. I am really excited for AA and I’m hoping to see more of her throughout this mid portion of the season, I think it’s time to start getting the program’s next starting setter a significant amount of reps to prep for the next season. What was your impression of Adrianna? I was watching sporadically with the sound off and thought Matias had to borrow a number but I'm seeing now that it was Adrianna. The few bits I saw felt like she was making a running into teammates a bit? Like VT Karen said I thought she was smooth and had a nice release, from what it looks like it’s out of her hands faster than it gets out of Matias’ hands. I felt like at the point where she bumped into Leyva, in all honestly, the ball was high and Arquette looked like she got there just fine and didn’t need help, I think Victoria was being aggressive which we all know is a player trait. I wished that the passing had been better while Adrianna was in so we could’ve seen how she flows her offense. I at least remember a ball Caylen hit pretty hard of her so I think there’s connection there. Side bar, I’m also at a point of bringing in Maddie Way in the double sub with AA when Jacyn is front row just to see if maybe some switch blocking/3 middle routes might be more advantageous than Tyla who I don’t know if I’ve actually seen HIT the ball all season
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Post by babybacksets on Sept 21, 2024 18:25:17 GMT -5
I think Kate in general is a fantastic setter, the way she was able to find Amber so frequently and at such high efficiency was a testament to that. She will be missed, I just wish she had more arms surrounding her. I am really excited for AA and I’m hoping to see more of her throughout this mid portion of the season, I think it’s time to start getting the program’s next starting setter a significant amount of reps to prep for the next season. 100%! Kate played a big role in Amber becoming so offensive for the 3 seasons that they worked together! As far as Adrianna, I liked her footwork and she seems smooth. If there's one thing I think that Kate struggles with (but has gotten better at under Robyn's tutelage), is footwork and timing which adds that extra layer of cadence to the offense. I saw Adrianna do it a few times yesterday. Both Adrianna and Kate have nice releases. Yea she’s definitely smooth and the footwork looks good right now and I think all aspects of her game will improve but I am counting down the days until that first day she swings on 2 while setting in the front row. Idk why but something tells me that’s gonna be a big fan favorite.
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Post by VT Karen on Sept 21, 2024 18:34:46 GMT -5
What was your impression of Adrianna? I was watching sporadically with the sound off and thought Matias had to borrow a number but I'm seeing now that it was Adrianna. The few bits I saw felt like she was making a running into teammates a bit? Like VT Karen said I thought she was smooth and had a nice release, from what it looks like it’s out of her hands faster than it gets out of Matias’ hands. I felt like at the point where she bumped into Leyva, in all honestly, the ball was high and Arquette looked like she got there just fine and didn’t need help, I think Victoria was being aggressive which we all know is a player trait. I wished that the passing had been better while Adrianna was in so we could’ve seen how she flows her offense. I at least remember a ball Caylen hit pretty hard of her so I think there’s connection there. Side bar, I’m also at a point of bringing in Maddie Way in the double sub with AA when Jacyn is front row just to see if maybe some switch blocking/3 middle routes might be more advantageous than Tyla who I don’t know if I’ve actually seen HIT the ball all season I like the creative thinking about bringing Maddie in on the dub sub. I don't think Jacyn is fully out of it but I think she's going to have to show something against Baylor. She can do it! Though, I'm not sure that I see her tools (footwork, reading) is past the baby seal level. For example, you can tell that Mili is used to carrying some kind of a load for her teams and that she's had to repeat her skills over and over again and sometimes in pressure situations. In my opinion, Jacyn is a practice player who is trying to put it all together on game days. As a fan, it's easy to have patience for Jacyn but I'm not sure how Robyn feels about what she's seen so far.
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Post by VT Karen on Sept 21, 2024 18:35:13 GMT -5
100%! Kate played a big role in Amber becoming so offensive for the 3 seasons that they worked together! As far as Adrianna, I liked her footwork and she seems smooth. If there's one thing I think that Kate struggles with (but has gotten better at under Robyn's tutelage), is footwork and timing which adds that extra layer of cadence to the offense. I saw Adrianna do it a few times yesterday. Both Adrianna and Kate have nice releases. Yea she’s definitely smooth and the footwork looks good right now and I think all aspects of her game will improve but I am counting down the days until that first day she swings on 2 while setting in the front row. Idk why but something tells me that’s gonna be a big fan favorite. I didn't know that swinging on 2 was in her arsenal. I look forward to seeing it if it is.
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Post by practicesafesets on Sept 21, 2024 21:01:24 GMT -5
I like the scrappiness and athleticism of this Wahine team, but they're gonna need to combine that with size and blocking in the next couple years if they wanna go far in the NCAA tourney
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Post by babybacksets on Sept 21, 2024 21:21:36 GMT -5
Yea she’s definitely smooth and the footwork looks good right now and I think all aspects of her game will improve but I am counting down the days until that first day she swings on 2 while setting in the front row. Idk why but something tells me that’s gonna be a big fan favorite. I didn't know that swinging on 2 was in her arsenal. I look forward to seeing it if it is. I think it’s something that she stands to make so with the arm she has but knowing she’s destined as a 5-1 setter. I think a little added offense from that position will be a nice breathe of fresh air the program hasn’t had over the last 5 years
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Post by babybacksets on Sept 21, 2024 21:26:59 GMT -5
Like VT Karen said I thought she was smooth and had a nice release, from what it looks like it’s out of her hands faster than it gets out of Matias’ hands. I felt like at the point where she bumped into Leyva, in all honestly, the ball was high and Arquette looked like she got there just fine and didn’t need help, I think Victoria was being aggressive which we all know is a player trait. I wished that the passing had been better while Adrianna was in so we could’ve seen how she flows her offense. I at least remember a ball Caylen hit pretty hard of her so I think there’s connection there. Side bar, I’m also at a point of bringing in Maddie Way in the double sub with AA when Jacyn is front row just to see if maybe some switch blocking/3 middle routes might be more advantageous than Tyla who I don’t know if I’ve actually seen HIT the ball all season I like the creative thinking about bringing Maddie in on the dub sub. I don't think Jacyn is fully out of it but I think she's going to have to show something against Baylor. She can do it! Though, I'm not sure that I see her tools (footwork, reading) is past the baby seal level. For example, you can tell that Mili is used to carrying some kind of a load for her teams and that she's had to repeat her skills over and over again and sometimes in pressure situations. In my opinion, Jacyn is a practice player who is trying to put it all together on game days. As a fan, it's easy to have patience for Jacyn but I'm not sure how Robyn feels about what she's seen so far. I can see that with Mili, having been the main middle of any substance on her club and high school teams her most recent season. And agree on Jacyn, which is unfortunate because she’ll put up some nice offensive numbers but it’s just not enough to have you forget about the issues on the block. The inconsistency of it is giving major video game numbers to it opponent hitting percentages. I can see her really struggling to keep up with reading Zeyna Meyer’s light speed offense, especially now that doubling isn’t a thing. I can already see the broken stilettos now smh
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Post by kb808 on Sept 21, 2024 21:36:17 GMT -5
I like the scrappiness and athleticism of this Wahine team, but they're gonna need to combine that with size and blocking in the next couple years if they wanna go far in the NCAA tourney Exactly, all the top teams scrappiness and SIZE.. just watch the way the top teams block compared to the wahine.. they are swing blocking, pressing over the net like the men.. the wahine outside blockers just jump straight up and most of the time the middles are way too late and with their lack of height it creates a HUGE split..
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Post by HawaiiMongoose on Sept 21, 2024 21:40:05 GMT -5
I like the scrappiness and athleticism of this Wahine team, but they're gonna need to combine that with size and blocking in the next couple years if they wanna go far in the NCAA tourney I agree. And to recruit the additional height and talent the team obviously needs, the coaching staff is going to have to dispense with their "we're not going to get into NIL bidding wars" attitude. NIL is here to stay and will continue to become more important over time as a recruiting inducement, and not only at the elite level of the sport. With the amount of fan support enjoyed by Wahine volleyball it should be possible to find boosters who will contribute to the cause.
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Post by VT Karen on Sept 21, 2024 21:46:56 GMT -5
I like the creative thinking about bringing Maddie in on the dub sub. I don't think Jacyn is fully out of it but I think she's going to have to show something against Baylor. She can do it! Though, I'm not sure that I see her tools (footwork, reading) is past the baby seal level. For example, you can tell that Mili is used to carrying some kind of a load for her teams and that she's had to repeat her skills over and over again and sometimes in pressure situations. In my opinion, Jacyn is a practice player who is trying to put it all together on game days. As a fan, it's easy to have patience for Jacyn but I'm not sure how Robyn feels about what she's seen so far. I can see that with Mili, having been the main middle of any substance on her club and high school teams her most recent season. And agree on Jacyn, which is unfortunate because she’ll put up some nice offensive numbers but it’s just not enough to have you forget about the issues on the block. The inconsistency of it is giving major video game numbers to it opponent hitting percentages. I can see her really struggling to keep up with reading Zeyna Meyer’s light speed offense, especially now that doubling isn’t a thing. I can already see the broken stilettos now smh Whew chilllleee I haven't even thought that far ahead to the things Zayna Meyer will do to Jacyn! My only advice to Jacyn: Wear flats, Mary. Wear flats.
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Post by staticb on Sept 21, 2024 21:53:53 GMT -5
I agree. And to recruit the additional height and talent the team obviously needs, the coaching staff is going to have to dispense with their "we're not going to get into NIL bidding wars" attitude. NIL is here to stay and will continue to become more important over time as a recruiting inducement, and not only at the elite level of the sport. With the amount of fan support enjoyed by Wahine volleyball it should be possible to find boosters who will contribute to the cause. I mean do we have the $$$$ and booster club to get into NIL bidding wars?
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Post by VT Karen on Sept 21, 2024 21:55:41 GMT -5
This tough road trip where Hawaii laid an egg will not overshadow what was a decent non-conference for the Bows. I remember seeing some predictions that Hawaii would come out of non-conference with a losing record and here they are with a winning record, a good win against SMU and they avoided getting swept while taking a set from #8 Texas and #20 Baylor. Every player had great moments and some not so great moments. Though, I have to stress how much I am enjoying this team!
I am encouraged by the floor defense and the way they've held in there while this "block" attempts to get its life together. Caylen has done a complete 180 from where she was last season and has shown that she can account for a tons of points. Mili has steadily shown great progress as a young freshman middle and Victoria is young but reliable passer and defender. I have a faith in Robyn's demonstrated ability to manage her personnel through the conference season. I will make no prediction for what I think the outcome of the Big West race will be but I hope all the teams have a safe and exciting 2024 Big West campaign!
GO BOWS!
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Post by babybacksets on Sept 21, 2024 21:57:52 GMT -5
I agree. And to recruit the additional height and talent the team obviously needs, the coaching staff is going to have to dispense with their "we're not going to get into NIL bidding wars" attitude. NIL is here to stay and will continue to become more important over time as a recruiting inducement, and not only at the elite level of the sport. With the amount of fan support enjoyed by Wahine volleyball it should be possible to find boosters who will contribute to the cause. I mean do we have the $$$$ and booster club to get into NIL bidding wars? I almost feel like a player who would actively just put themselves in the portal and transfer to the highest bidder isn’t someone who fits Hawaii culture well. But I can see us putting together a couple really strong NIL packages and attempting to go hard after 1-2 players. I do hope Jacyn and Tali become more effective as the season progresses but a stronger upgrade in the middle and rightside positions could make a huge difference for this team.
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Post by VT Karen on Sept 21, 2024 22:00:44 GMT -5
Passing statistics from the UNLV match, courtesy of uofaGRAD (Thank you, friend!) Alexander: 2.29 (26 attempts) Leyva: 2.10 (19) Hakas: 1.69 (16) Ikenaga: 2.17 (12) Adeyemi: 1.25 (10, STELLA BE FOR REAL MARY!)
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Post by practicesafesets on Sept 21, 2024 22:34:34 GMT -5
Any chance RAM can recruit Tate Drageset? Tate plays like a man
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