Statalyzer
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Kind of an odd quote when you consider that the Texas seniors rank first, third and fourth in minutes played
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Kind of an odd quote when you consider that the Texas seniors rank first, third and fourth in minutes played
Well, he sees something and he’s got the best view. I admit, it seems very confusing. I keep recalling the KSU game where we really did well with the dribble drive and the extra pass. That has not been there these last three games.
Matharu isn’t going to take over offensively without quality shots and 3-13 suggests just that.
From my seat behind the bench, I wold have sworn Hunter was in the doghouse, but he referred to her (Harmon and Holle) as fun and special and the future of our program.
It’s a head scratcher for sure.
I have to agree with you about Rori. She doesn’t seem sure of herself and seems to be pressing. I thought Hunter looked good when she ran the point and the defense has to come out on her. Rori could be feeling all those hits she’s taken. She’ll bounce back!!!Good post LutherisMyDog. There were times yesterday, when the team played really well. An interesting fact is who was NOT in the entire second quarter - Rory Hunter. She has looked noticeably unsure the last couple of games. And the offense ran much more smoothly without her yesterday. We know she has taken some hard hits since conference started. Perhaps she also is feeling the weight of expectations. Matharu is the other player, I'd guess is struggling because she is trying too hard and taking too much upon herself. The second quarter run began after Matharu went to the bench. Just before she came out of the game, there was a sequence during which Matharu scored a basked and immediately followed up by fouling a Baylor player who made 2 free throws. In the next possession Matharu turned the ball over. Baylor did not score, but they had 2 chances at the basket on the possession. Hunter, Holle, and Shay played great as a unit. I saw it and the play-by-play provides evidence. Hunter and Holle each had both baskets and assists. Gaston also played during the Texas run. She was able to score over the Baylor bigs. Need to see more of the combo of Hunter, Holle, and JAT. I'd also like to see Harmon and Hunter on the court together with JAT. Add me to the rolls of the Shay Holle fan club. She has skills, poise, and grit. I could see her interacting with other players when the offense was on the end of the court where I sit. She was speaking with purpose.
Well, you were right. Rory Hunter did not play the entire second quarter… or the entire game.I'm blushing over my earlier post. In reading a reply to the post, I noticed that I typed "Rory Hunter"? Who is that? Y'all are amazingly polite. I've seen posters ripped to shreds for less than that on many boards. "Rori Harmon; Rori Harmon; Rori Harmon, Rori Harmon..."
Not sure if it's just me, but I found Vic's post-game comments very unusual. Rarely has he ever put so much blame (accountability?) on the players in such a public setting; usually, he puts a loss on himself. Seems like he didn't point the finger at himself for anything until way late in the presser.
If you didn’t listen to the full press conference (the one immediately after the game and posted above), I encourage you to do so.
It’s full of compliments and concerns and judging by how many of us are pretty upset by the Baylor sweep, I think it reflects a coach in touch with the expectations of the fan base and, sadly, frustrated with *some* of the players.
I agree that the substitutions during the game are confusing. Wonder what’s up with that. Based on his comments, I would expect to see more minutes for Hunter and Holle. We shall see. We shall see…
Quite frankly, we looked much better offensively in the second quarter with the other group and Hunter running the point.... Just my opinion.
I would hope that there is not "disarray" within the team. This is a team that is returning from an elite 8 appearance last year. What would be the natural expectations of the fanbase this year? Never mind who we lost, we've got Vic and we're charging forward! How much pressure do those expectations bring to bear? When you look at our team this year, is it reasonable to expect us to be top 10? We were competitive with a veteran team who is #9 in the country. How about we chill a bit and see what they can do over the next month.Bucksgal, I didn’t hear/see the presser. I’m very disheartened to think that there may be internal turmoil with the team. It appears the seniors should be taking a greater leadership role but none of them seem inclined to do so or have the kind of personality that allows them to be comfortable in that situation. Rori, I think, is trying but she has so much on her plate already.
Because this is a fan forum. Freaking out and over reacting is what we do.I would hope that there is not "disarray" within the team. This is a team that is returning from an elite 8 appearance last year. What would be the natural expectations of the fanbase this year? Never mind who we lost, we've got Vic and we're charging forward! How much pressure do those expectations bring to bear? When you look at our team this year, is it reasonable to expect us to be top 10? We were competitive with a veteran team who is #9 in the country. How about we chill a bit and see what they can do over the next month.
Absolutely can’t argue with that.Because this is a fan forum. Freaking out and over reacting is what we do
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