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Cheli and Ice out for more weeks

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While injuries to Ice & Morgan are terribly unfortunate, it does speak to the need for a deep roster. In past years, if UConn was down 2 key rotation players, the Huskies would be lucky to have perhaps 6 players they could count on in big games. This year, the PT that would otherwise be earned by Ice & Morgan is being shared by Blanca, Jana, Allie and others as the Huskies haven’t missed a beat, despite the injuries.
 
He did talk about this in his pre-game meeting with the media. Question was asked about red-shirting Morgan. Go and listen for additional info.
 
Honestly, both should reshirt, as even if healthy tomorrow, both old have a hard time trying to crack or regain playing time in the throws of the season. Ice would have 2 seasons left (she’s played 2 games this year and woul have to petition the NCAA for the 6th year of eligibility but it likely would be granted. Morgan would have 3 years remaining.
 
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Just when you think it's safe to go swimming the injury shark is seen in home waters.

 
Having listened to Geno's comments, I think the summary above leaves the wrong impression. He said that neither Morgan nor Ice will be available until at least the new year, with the emphasis on "at least". By no means was he saying that they will be playing in the first game in January. They both have to get on the court and practice, which neither of them has done yet.

On the other hand, when a reporter asked Geno at what point he might talk to Morgan about redshirting, he emphatically said that he was not at all close to that point, and he fully expects Morgan to play this season.

It's important to remember that Morgan missed a lot of summer and preseason practices last year, but she played well as soon as she finally stepped on the court. With a year of college experience now, she should get up to speed at least as quickly.

As a fan, I can't wait to see Morgan on the court, even if it makes it harder for Geno to manage minutes among her, Ashlynn, Blanca, and Caroline.
 

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