I think she is a very good athlete. I would not say she is the best. I do however think her fade away jumper will be blocked mercilessly at the next level.
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Was not aware of Howard's track accomplishments until now. Thanks
Coco-correct me if I misheard but in my watching of the game it was the announcer who said Thomas was the best athlete, not Jeff Walz. The had a couple of different segues on it when Shakayla was doing a pretty good job in the second half. I was watching intently as in the first half and in particular the 1Q, Shakayla and FSU looked lost out there. The second half became Thomas and Chatrice White time! I have been down on White a bit since her transfer but in the Lou game she finally showed some spunk and Samrau kept her in the game I think for the most minutes this year. Shakayla reminds me a bit of Nina Davis as an undersized post player but with good athleticism. Of the three being Thomas, Davis and Gabby, Shakayla has the best range on her jump shot. Other than that, Gabby owns both of them on rebounding, steals, quickness, jumping and passing.
The best athlete discussion came up a couple of times during the broadcast. At least one of the times Jeff's name also came up in the discussions.
And speed from endline to endline.
I'm surprised that you think her fade away will be blocked at the next level. That was the only thing that impressed me about her. But you have more experience on that kind of thing than I do so, I won't question your comment.
My take on this announcement is: Jeff is trying to get under Uconn's skin, Some coaches never learn!!
"Athletic" can mean many things to many people-strength, quickness, etc. Not sure I care-I'll take Gabby any day.
Did the FCC allow those words used with Jeff's name??
That was my thought...
