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HuskyNan said:
You mean USF is playing good D. They are deservedly ranked.
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All too often good defense causes many to assume it's "lousy offense". USF is very athletic and well coached though I think they're a little too "physical" but they do play defense.
 
Even after that great second half run Geno's late-game frustration with Butler and probably a couple others was palpable.
 
Sluconn Husky said:
Even after that great second half run Geno's late-game frustration with Butler and probably a couple others was palpable.
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In fairness there were not that many bench minutes tonight outside of Gabby's. If someone's going to be frustrated because Butler didn't put up a double-double in the final 3 1/2 minutes of the game, then I'd have to say the expectations are just a bit unrealistic.
 
I turned on the game a bit late, with UConn having a one point lead halfway through the 2nd quarter. From the time I turned it on, I was awed by the tenacity of the UConn defense and thought they played unbelievably. Mo plays so well defensively and is so quick! Breanna had a monster game on both ends and made a few spectacular blocks. The player that I'm really impressed with on the defensive end is Lou because I think she really has come such a long way. At the end of the year an awful lot of Boneyarders were talking about her being a liability on the defensive end and now I think she's a BIG attribute. She has great hands and knows exactly where to minimize the effectiveness of her opponent. I think she's going to be a great one because she's got such a wonderful demeanor and has already made the strides that she has. Her confidence in her offensive game is back (if she ever lost it) and she is showing a very nice mid-range game on top of stellar three point shooting. She distributes the ball so well as attested to by her assists and even that doesn't truly show her value. If I had to say who is my favorite Huskie at this time, I'd probably go with MoJeff at this moment but Lou is coming on strong. I do have to say that Breanna played a phenomenal game today on both ends of the court and she is so much more a player than she was when she first came to Storrs. She excels in every aspect of the game and I think we may see Lou do that before she's done here. Lou doesn't have the wingspan of Breanna so she surely won't be the shot blocker that Stewie was or probably as good a rebounder as Stewie is NOW! On the offensive end though, she may possibly end up better but that is something we won't know for a very long time. I just hope that her supporting cast ends up playing at a level near the level that Breanna's supporting cast did. MORGAN, come back, please?????
 
ericsandiego said:
I"d like to see most of the bench in at this point. I realize USF has starters out there and we will likely be outscored, but it seems like a 30 point cushion is enough and I think it would be good for the reserves to test themselves on offense and defense...
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Eric, I think Geno heard you! Good input!
 
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bags27 said:
Up by 28 and Geno's screaming at Stewie for a walk
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That's why some kids come to UConn. There's no plays off for Geno. Every possession is it's own test of commitment. A good philosophy because when kids start taking plays off, bad things happen. Sometimes you can't just turn on and turn off.
 
UCONN needs to go back to the drawing board with their poor offensive execution. In the 2nd half starting from 3rd quarter to 7:30 in the 4th quarter they were only 14-17 (82.4%) from the floor. How the heck did they miss those three shots?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Run those stairs!!!!
 
bags27 said:
Up by 28 and Geno's screaming at Stewie for a walk
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That's why some kids come to UConn. There's no plays off for Geno. Every possession is it's own test of commitment. A good philosophy because when kids start taking plays off, bad things happen. Sometimes you can't just turn on and turn off.
 
HoopsFan21 said:
In fairness there were not that many bench minutes tonight outside of Gabby's. If someone's going to be frustrated because Butler didn't put up a double-double in the final 3 1/2 minutes of the game, then I'd have to say the expectations are just a bit unrealistic.
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He was clearly unhappy with the last two minutes. He even tried to get them to run a play when they could've run the clock out in the dying seconds and was up directing traffic in otherwise meaningless possessions.
 
interesting comparison of Lou and Stewie at around the 4:00 mark of the presser
 
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bags27 said:
interesting comparison of Lou and Stewie at around the 4:00 mark of the presser
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Unfortunately I can't listen to the presser. It doesn't work. What did he say?
 
Jimbo said:
Did anyone else catch Geno teasing Stewie before the first reporter asks a question? "Those three rebounds you got were huge."
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But Stewie got back at him, or at least tried. When she got up to leave, she tried to mess up his hair. He ducked.
 
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Two last game observations that I have not yet read....

1. The leading AAC rebounder Alicia Jenkins (12 rpg) held to just two rebounds- what an awesome job on the boards by our 'guys.'

2. The officiating tonight was really excellent. Both ways. No ticky-tack crap, they let the kids play. A well done, professional job by Vaszily, Forsberg and Brooks.
 
Huskies Rule said:
Two last game observations that I have not yet read....

1. The leading AAC rebounder Alicia Jenkins (12 rpg) held to just two rebounds- what an awesome job on the boards by our 'guys.'

2. The officiating tonight was really excellent. Both ways. No ticky-tack crap, they let the kids play. A well done, professional job by Vaszily, Forsberg and Brooks.
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On your second point, I was wondering if three FT attempts by both teams combined might've set some kind of UConn record. And oddly, all three of them came off of made baskets.
 
Jimbo said:
Did anyone else catch Geno teasing Stewie before the first reporter asks a question? "Those three rebounds you got were huge."
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At first I thought he was serious, so I was trying to think what three huge Stewie rebounds. Then I realized what Geno meant.
 
At least Jose and Courtney know the names of our players. I guess they should after the second meeting in a week, but there wasn't any "#4 played incredible defense" or "#33 is a great shooter" type comments.
 
Sluconn Husky said:
He said she plays better when pushed and he'd rather have her than 99% of the players in the country.
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Damning with faint praise! 350 D1 programs, and average of 12 players on each, he would rather have 42 other players than Lou!!!:eek::(:cool:

The team defense in this game was spectacular and everyone contributed - Kia was amazingly quick both coming over to double Williams, and then recovering to guard her own player when the ball went in that direction. And the rotation and covering was special - particularly noticed Lou getting across 3/4 of the court to close out on a skip pass, and Stewart got three of her blocks I think closing out on threes. Morgan was directing traffic from the center. And Moriah and Gabby trading off on Williams were incredible.
 
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HoopsFan21 said:
In fairness there were not that many bench minutes tonight outside of Gabby's. If someone's going to be frustrated because Butler didn't put up a double-double in the final 3 1/2 minutes of the game, then I'd have to say the expectations are just a bit unrealistic.
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I am quite comfortable that Geno didn't expect a double, double. I'm inclined to think he expected smart play and high energy. He doesn't accept bonehead plays whether it's a tie game or a 50 point lead because when you start making exceptions then things start going badly. He's not the only coach who had those expectations and surprise, surprise, the other guys had success too. John Wooden and Vince Lombardi felt that way, as well.
 
bags27 said:
so much for quick start.....
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Sometimes it's not how fast you start, but how you finish. INHO the game swung UCONN's way just before the end of the first half. To me USF sorta knew what was coming andd their faces, determination, etc. appeared to say OH NO here it comes again.
 
Sure hope the HuskyGames site can upload this game because ESPN3's version is useless and unplayable past 20 minutes.
 
Jimbo said:
Did anyone else catch Geno teasing Stewie before the first reporter asks a question? "Those three rebounds you got were huge."
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The affection between the greatest WCBB coach and his superstar is undeniable. It's so much fun to watch the sarcasm-laden back and forth between these two who clearly have enormous respect and admiration for each other.

Despite coach's relentless torrent of "you suck, Stewie," "you stink, Stewie," "you're the worst, Stewie," and my favorite- "I don't know why the hell we ever recruited you, Stewie," it's a very special relationship they share.
 
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