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Arkansas St Postgame Thread

msf22b said:
Nothing can be said negatively about that game: My2 cents
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And it really was not even as close as the final score indicated: Dugway
Caroline looked good, made a few shots, got some rebounds, and ran the floor really well: Bonedog

A fine opener against a severely disadvantaged and over-matched team
I agree with Dugway that with foot, hard on the pedal, we might have scored 150

And I also agree with those who praised Caroline's early appearance and seemingly rapid regaining of form...She might well turn out to be the secret weapon that I hope we don't need. She thrived in that role early in her career.

Without having looked at the press conference, I'm sure there are things that Geno didn't care for...The posts do not seem completely ready for prime time (based on today). they might well be eaten up by more experienced bigs who rebound better and have sophisticated moves and good hands.

Likewise the 4th quarter with our talented subs was a bit of a bust...I'm sure Geno put Kaitlyn back in to steady the ship. Allie especially seemed overwhelmed by the occasion, passed up shots, had questionable hands, seemed off...

So yes, 2cents, there are always things to clean up.

But when UConn comes out like they did today and the big 3 plus anyone else are hitting their shots and making offensive sets miserable for their opponents, they are very difficult (perhaps impossible) to beat.
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Don’t need any talk of any part of this game after halftime. Geno did his best to keep it under 100, but they made an extra shot. They could had 140 if they chose to.
 
Frustrated headline writer proposes two unused headlines for this game:

  • "UCONN PLAYER'S 3-POINT SHOT RISES FROM THE ASH -- OR WAS IT JUST HIDING IN THE SHADE?" (She was 3-for-6 from 3 today after being 0-for-8 in the previous five games.)
  • "UCONN CENTER SEEN ENTERING RIM PROTECTION PROGRAM IN FIRST QUARTER" (Jana blocked two layups in the first quarter after the Arkansas State player beat her primary defender and was headed for the basket.)
 
South Dakota State is the only double digit seeded team to win a game. The 10th seeded Jackrabbits beat 7th seed Oklahoma State.
All the other double digit seeded teams have lost, with most of them suffering blowouts.
 
jaydee602 said:
But the Jackrabbits play a slow, deliberate game that plays into UCONN's hands. They don't have the ball handlers to break UCONN's press & they won't be able to set their defense again the Huskies' fast break.
They beat Oklahoma State because they shot 20 free throws.
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I guess I must have watched a different game, because I thought SDS won it in the 2nd half by outhustling OS, especially with their speed and ball handling on offense. Like AS today, they may be intimidated by the venue and the UConn aura, but I see them giving us some concern early with that offense. They are well coached and are better in close to the basket - one of our remaining weaknesses. I think we will pull away in the 2nd half due to our size advantage, shooting and conditioning, but it will be a game for a while.
 
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I suspect the Jacks will play tough, and it might even be relatively close at halftime. But the Huskies should be able to handle them.
 
Dugway said:
And it really was not even as close as the final score indicated.
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And that team from Arkansas had some skills. They could run, they had energy, they were relentless, they could handle the ball pretty well, and they could shoot threes if given an opening. We were simply spectacular. If we can keep the " pedal to the metal...." should be a fun tourney. The jackrabbits are pretty good, too.
 
Amazing display by UConn of every aspect of the game. Despite the huge team difference in skill and performance, consider that every Red Wolf player on the court today was surely on full scholarship and in high school was probably team captain, all-conference, or all-state.
 
jaydee602 said:
South Dakota State is the only double digit seeded team to win a game. The 10th seeded Jackrabbits beat 7th seed Oklahoma State.
All the other double digit seeded teams have lost, with most of them suffering blowouts.
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Technically UConn represents a small mid major conference.:confused: Now SDSt gets unlucky that they have to face UConn, as that ensures that one of the few remaining non P4 teams will be forced to go home.

Hopefully, SD St.:D
 
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Greg said:
I am trying to think of a tournament game that was so incredible. I am sure there were some but holy cow! Just incredible. The stars shown out.
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Yes, there has been when Nurse and Collier played. There were others and every time UConn struggled offensively the next game.
 
oldude said:
Some thoughts on the Arkansas St game:
  • Wonderful to see Caroline sub in for some meaningful PT during the 1st half of today’s game. Also, really good to see Aubrey on the court and moving well. This team goes 10 deep, and that will be a challenge to every team the Huskies face as the tournament progresses.
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ABCDFE said:
The eye test says these huskies are ready.
  • Is it me or does Caroline just remind of you of that crafty park player that you feel you don’t need to worry about and then proceeds to kick your butt. Man CD is just a gamer.
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dtbtbtb said:
*CD: it is so good to see her playing and with confidence. She is clearly a leader on the team.
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TUCBTUD said:
Caroline Ducharme postgame locker room

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It is so great to see Caroline being talked about again, playing again, taking a leadership role when she's out there. It warms my heart!
 
BRS24 said:
I admire the college and professional athletes who have strong convictions, regardless of the time of year, aka, March Madness. There are a number of UConn MBB players who also observe, and a grad assistant also fasts in solidarity with them, both last year and this year.
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The last year that I coached soccer Ramadan occurred in August, during preseason double sessions. I had only one player observing it and she said that her dad’s family had always allowed girls/women to have water if they felt they needed it. It was such a relief for me.
 
msf22b said:
Caroline looked good, made a few shots, got some rebounds, and ran the floor really well: Bonedog

And I also agree with those who praised Caroline's early appearance and seemingly rapid regaining of form...She might well turn out to be the secret weapon that I hope we don't need. She thrived in that role early in her career.
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Obviously I enjoyed these comments as well. :) But how wonderful would it be if she was needed and brought it home for us?
 
Quite a fun game.

We got behind early 2-0, as Ark St found a lane to the hoop.

After my next breath, it was already 20-2.:D

Credit to ARK St. They had fun and kept playing. Despite UConn defense they were able to find places to get off their three point shot, all 40 of them! Six different players made a 3, each one, as they went 6 for 40 from three.:eek:

Amazingly they had more total fg attempts than UConn 70-68.:confused:. After their 2-0 opening run, they managed to close the game on a 3-0 run. In between it was 103-29. Quirky stuff.

On the UConn side plenty of good stuff.

Azzi and Shade, who we need to be consistent, started tournament on a roll.

I am always guilty of forgetting how long it takes to get fully back from serious injury, but Azzi moves better each week and keeps unveiling new parts of her complete game. Jana, Aubrey, and Caroline:) too.

The tandem of Aubrey/Caroline played 21 minutes with 10 points and 10 rebounds!

Aubrey for sure, maybe even Caroline, is really important as the competition gets tougher, even on just 15-20 min.

KK made a 3, and continued to revel in dishing out assists and playing tough D.

South Dakota St relishes being a giant killer. They will show up and compete. It should be a better game, as are many in the round of 32. Let's go Huskies.
 
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Nothing to do but smile after that one!

Very happy to see Ash light it up. She needed that. Hope it continues.
 
ERWUC65 said:
I guess I must have watched a different game, because I thought SDS won it in the 2nd half by outhustling OS, especially with their speed and ball handling on offense. Like AS today, they may be intimidated by the venue and the UConn aura, but I see them giving us some concern early with that offense. They are well coached and are better in close to the basket - one of our remaining weaknesses. I think we will pull away in the 2nd half due to our size advantage, shooting and conditioning, but it will be a game for a while.
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South Dakota State scored 24 points in the 1st half & 50 points in the 2nd half. I guess it depends on them duplicating their 2nd half effort. If they start off slow again, UCONN will run away to an insurmountable lead.
 
Fudd put on a show, from her passing, to defending to shooting - there wasn't a phase of the game that she did not impact. Strong was right behind her and we all know she's good but she looked like a pro out there. The way she plays inside and out is such a luxury. She blocks shots, makes backdoor passes, pops three's and has low post moves.

Shade was stellar, Bueckers played well, KK was dynamic, some strong defense from Jana, Ducharme reminded us she's a shooter, Chen made some smart plays. UConn looks like the team to beat and if Fudd continues that kind of play - UConn can beat anyone, anywhere.
 
This what happens when a 15/16 seed says 'This is the way we play, we run, we play full court pressure, and we aren't going to change that up when we get to the NCAAs!' They were down 68 points through three quarters, and would have lost by 90+ points if Geno didn't play the subs all of the fourth Q. We have seen it before in first round matches, and have put serious hurt on much better teams in later rounds as well, including 33 MOV against Louisville, 31 against Syracuse, and 21 against ND in finals.

I respect the coaches that take that attitude. All you do if you do change it up is maybe shave 20 points off the MOV by reducing the offense possessions in the game, and you tell your team that your style isn't good enough against better teams. Might as well go out in a blaze than with a whimper.
 
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ucmiami2 said:
This what happens when a 15/16 seed says 'This is the way we play, we run, we play full court pressure, and we aren't going to change that up when we get to the NCAAs!' They were down 68 points through three quarters, and would have lost by 90+ points if Geno didn't play the subs all of the fourth Q. We have seen it before in first round matches, and have put serious hurt on much better teams in later rounds as well, including 33 MOV against Louisville, 31 against Syracuse, and 21 against ND in finals.

I respect the coaches that take that attitude. All you do if you do change it up is maybe shave 20 points off the MOV by reducing the offense possessions in the game, and you tell your team that your style isn't good enough against better teams. Might as well go out in a blaze than with a whimper.
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It’s ok to say that before the game, but after you’ve been thoroughly beaten, don’t just say you just didn’t execute as well as you did all season.
 
The coach should have done the shall I say obligatory congrats to the winner thing, but she didn't. Indeed it was maybe in the last 2 minutes that she got around to acknowledging the victor. But I lay it off to youthful inexperience. I like her plucky attitude and hope she gets her team back soon. I gather the portal is going to be key to her again any day now.
 
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