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Big East WBB Media Day Tuesday, Oct 18

Love to hear it.


EVERYTHING I've read and heard about Ice since she committed 3 years ago has been positive. From coaches to fans to players, they all say the same positive things. Everyone is not wrong. I expect Ice to establish herself quickly in the rotation and get her share of minutes nightly.
 
And as Geno said in the tweet, the UConn offense often depends on everyone getting touches on many possessions. So whoever's nominally the point guard isn't ball-dominant anyway. I wonder in what fraction of seasons the UConn point guard leads the team in assists. It wouldn't surprise me if it's between half and 3/4. Gabby led the team a couple of times, and did Stef lead them at least once?
No for Stef but she had more than 100 assists twice. Maya led the team in assists as a junior and senior.
 
Buckets


To quote Shirly Temple in one of her movies.................'Oh my goodness" I can't wait t see her in action when she's in rhythm and on a roll. :rolleyes:
 
There is no reason for Paige to be there and she won't be. Tomorrow is about the upcoming season and Paige won't be a part of it. Geno said they no longer talk about not having Paige for the season. Why would he reverse that and have her be the center of attention?
Can we do the same? I already predicting every loss will be followed on the BY with “if we had Paige” Mark this post.
 
To quote Shirly Temple in one of her movies.................'Oh my goodness" I can't wait t see her in action when she's in rhythm and on a roll. :rolleyes:
Edit.............Shirley.
 
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Anyone who has watched UConn games closely over the last two seasons knows that that the ball moves very well when Nika is in the game.

She is not the offensive threat that the others are - although I am hopeful that she has upped her game in that regard - but the "flow" seems to work when she is out there.

Her court vision is not talked about much, but it is very good.
The "flow" will work even better next year when KK Arnold arrives on campus for the next 4 years. ;) Pictured below will be KK's "game" attire.

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That is very high praise considering how Paige looked after 1 week of practice. So happy to hear she feels so much better.

I think the difference is "in all phases". Geno has said that about Fudd a few times.
 
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Thanks Cat. I missed the broadcast. Right as it began, my 3 year old great granddaughter came back into our home office and wanted me to color with her. She has impeccable timing. I couldn't say no. She wouldn't understand why Paw paw didn't want to color RIGHT THEN. :confused: She got right up under me to make sure I colored with her, and not pay any attention to the computer monitor. :(
:) Oh! My!

Someone else who lives in the same amazingly wonderful world I reside in. . . .

Just a little while ago my wife showed me her phone where 7 years ago our great grandson was learning to walk, dance, and clapp at the same time.
 
Ice getting more playing time than Patterson, who was just chosen preseason freshman of the year and the most athletic forward to come out of high school in years, is a statement that stands alone ! Wow.
 

Embedded interview of Geno. More detail specific than most.

Best take away Exceptional Outside shooting team.
 
Can we do the same? I already predicting every loss will be followed on the BY with “if we had Paige” Mark this post.
The loss of Paige was devastating. :( SMH. The program must move on. Paige will not play this year. She can't help us. I agree with another poster that said as much as it hurts, we must move on. Wish her well, but move on and look forward to her return next year.

Let's not worry or be concerned about what might have been. Let's focus on what will or might be. Let's highlight and encourage the players that are on the roster and will play this year. Speculating about what might have been had Paige not gotten injured won't win us a single game. Geno has addressed Paige's injury and the fact that she won't play this year. He has asked each player to commit to give a little something extra this year, whatever they can, whenever they can.

This team would have been exceptional this year with Paige. Let's see how exceptional they can be without her. I'll have my my eye on 4 players when the season starts. Amari, Ice, Aubrey and Ines. If these four perform as I expect them to, UConn is going to be tough to beat. I pretty much know what to expect from Azzi, Caroline, Aaliyah, Dorka, Nika (who I think will be the starting 5).

I think Ayanna and Lou WILL live up to their hype. One of the players said that Lou is learning the system real fast, and is getting whatever shot she wants in practice against anyone...........male or female. Sounds like she'll be ready to rock n roll on Nov 6. They're both getting too many accolades from teammates and coaches not to.
 
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I LOVE reading that part. If those two bring that physical element to the program. It is going to be a game changer. Good that we open the season with some tough games. I can not wait!
Exactly what I’ve been hoping for.
Crashing and physically dominating the boards.
Anxious for the early, tough out of conference games.
 
Ice getting more playing time than Patterson, who was just chosen preseason freshman of the year and the most athletic forward to come out of high school in years, is a statement that stands alone ! Wow.
Geno gets to decide playing time, not the other Big East coaches.

Just so you’re aware, it’s ok to talk up one player (as you do with Ayanna, incessantly) without taking potshots at others.
 

Interview: Dorka Juhász: UConn Women's Basketball Big East Media Day - 10/18/22


Dorka is such a likable, classy young woman. She's been a wonderful addition to the Huskies, and will be one of my favorites (from among the dozen likable, classy Huskies) this coming season.

Of course, it helps that she's a darned good player, and I believe will be a 1st team Big East come season's end!
 
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Live!


After watching the entire Media day broadcast a few point stood out-a couple of negatives then some positives.

Val, the Commissioner, really needs to go to a public speaking class. Being in her position and constantly using "Um" and "Ah" are speaking traits that you expect from the players, but not the Head of the BE;

What/who was Val possibly referring to when she cited a record matched by "few" after mentioning Geno's # of NCs and unbroken string of FF appearances? I think she needed to say, "UNMATCHED" not "matched by FEW" ; (I'm interested in who makes up her list of "few?")

Somewhat shocking that the player interviewer asked about Doug BROWN and then the Doug BROWN court twice, having to finally be corrected by the DePaul player, Morrow;

The first time they had a graphic of players names, I was amazed that we have a new surprise player this year named Aleah Edwards;

If you want to be considered big time then these things shouldn't happen!;

Geno came across as the Geno we all love-relaxed, yet very positive. I get the impression that he is even holding back on how positive he is about this team, even w/o PB

Great job during their interviews by AE and Azzi. These ladies represent UCONN very, very well !! ;

If I had to pick the next UCONN Head Coach after Geno decides to spend more time on the NJ shore. these interviews confirm my opinion from watching her coach last year. Megan Duffy, is intense, knows the game well and is as positive, polished and professional as you could ever hope for in a WBB Head Coach; (although I hope the position at UCONN doesn't open for many years)

Finally, an overall positive---thanks to the BE Conference for filming this entire day, even with the few bumps on the road.
 
I think Dorka is talking quite enthusiastically about Ayanna here, but the background chatter/noise is pretty horrible:

 
EVERYTHING I've read and heard about Ice since she committed 3 years ago has been positive. From coaches to fans to players, they all say the same positive things. Everyone is not wrong. I expect Ice to establish herself quickly in the rotation and get her share of minutes nightly.
I agree about Ice. The only question is, what is her share of minutes, which is the same question for 8 other players. With the following 9, (NM, , AE, Lou, CD, DJ, Yanna, Ice, and Aubrey, Geno has the difficult, yet welcome, task of PT distribution. A real positive of this anticipated depth is being able to push the pace w/o any loss talent. There are talented backups at any of the five positions.
 
I agree about Ice. The only question is, what is her share of minutes, which is the same question for 8 other players. With the following 9, (NM, Azzi Fudd, AE, Lou, CD, DJ, Yanna, Ice, and Aubrey, Geno has the difficult, yet welcome, task of PT distribution. A real positive of this anticipated depth is being able to push the pace w/o any loss talent. There are talented backups at any of the five positions.
Easy answer. Her gifts (play) will make room for her. Was Kia Nurse or Olivia Nelson-Ododa worried about minutes being carved out for them their freshman year? No. Geno knew they had to be on the floor. If things work out like I think they will, Ice will get her minutes. Remember what Geno tells his players EVERY year. "Give me a reason to play you, or a reason to keep you on the bench." He may not be able to keep Ice on the bench. This theory may very well turn to fact once the season starts. We know Geno has no problem shortening his rotation to 7 players in BIG games.

Right now I'm speculating, but midway through the preseason, Geno may find the team functions best with Ice on the floor at the post. Of course other post players (Amari and Dorka) will also be in consideration. Their play could keep Ice on the bench, or cut into her minutes. Both of them can also play the wing position. I don't think either would be heart broken if Geno inserted them at the wing as opposed to the post in a game. That's going to be a challenge for Geno this year. Trying to keep the role players happy with enough minutes. :confused:
 
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