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How about scheduling another game?

victor64 said:
There has to be somebody on Duke’s schedule that would want to play.
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Carnac said:
THAT would be a "win-win" scenario!!! A two game road trip to Texas against two top 20 programs. Baylor is ranked #7 while Texas is currently ranked #20 in ESPN's AP top 25.

Right now with the revised schedule, UConn has a 24 game schedule.
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Personally I'd like a game on Jan 2 at UConn, Mohegan, or somewhere in the Northeast that only requires a bus in a high mask wearing area.

Medically I'd like them to be in the state of TX for the shortest amount of time possible. A lot of cases in that state and not a high mask wearing region.
 
I would love to schedule another ranked opponent. The worry I have is UConn has to beat either Baylor or SC to get a #1 seed because the rest of their schedule is very weak. If our best "win" is Depaul, that might not be good enough this year.
 
oldude said:
With the schedule in a constant state of flux, I must admit that I’m not particularly fond of the 9-day gap between the Depaul game on 12/29 and the Baylor game on 1/7. I would really like to see UConn add a game to build towards the matchup with the Lady Bears in Waco on the 9th.

I know there aren’t a lot of coaches that are willing to add a matchup against UConn under any circumstances. In addition, I would not be a fan of adding another mismatch against a mid-major like UML. What I’m looking for is a solid matchup vs a top 25 team.

So here’s my best suggestion. Louisville just lost their scheduled game with Duke on 1/31. Of course the Cardinals were on the schedule before Covid lead to the cancellation of the game earlier in the season. Geno and Jeff are friends. Putting the matchup back on the schedule would fill a scheduling gap and be a great early season test for both programs.

Just sayin.......
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Unfortunately, I read through this whole thread. OMG. I didn't realize it was so bad.
If there has ever been a posting in BY history that deserved an unanimous yay vote it was this one by you. Like Churchill in Darkest Hour when he proclaimed that Britain would fight no matter what it took and Chamberlain's allies were waving their handkerchiefs in approval.
What about Nika and Aeliyah, we're treating our young ladies like indentured servants, what about some hokey record about back to back losses, the ladies need to rest.....
Even in today's world there still are facts. And two absolute indisputable facts are 1) 11 days off with no competition for a college athlete is DEATH and 2) kids like to play games. I guess that can't be left unsaid.
 
MD#12Fan said:
Unfortunately, I read through this whole thread. OMG. I didn't realize it was so bad.
If there has ever been a posting in BY history that deserved an unanimous yay vote it was this one by you. Like Churchill in Darkest Hour when he proclaimed that Britain would fight no matter what it took and Chamberlain's allies were waving their handkerchiefs in approval.
What about Nika and Aeliyah, we're treating our young ladies like indentured servants, what about some hokey record about back to back losses, the ladies need to rest.....
Even in today's world there still are facts. And two absolute indisputable facts are 1) 11 days off with no competition for a college athlete is DEATH and 2) kids like to play games. I guess that can't be left unsaid.
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oldude said:
With the schedule in a constant state of flux, I must admit that I’m not particularly fond of the 9-day gap between the Depaul game on 12/29 and the Baylor game on 1/7. I would really like to see UConn add a game to build towards the matchup with the Lady Bears in Waco on the 9th.

I know there aren’t a lot of coaches that are willing to add a matchup against UConn under any circumstances. In addition, I would not be a fan of adding another mismatch against a mid-major like UML. What I’m looking for is a solid matchup vs a top 25 team.

So here’s my best suggestion. Louisville just lost their scheduled game with Duke on 1/31. Of course the Cardinals were on the schedule before Covid lead to the cancellation of the game earlier in the season. Geno and Jeff are friends. Putting the matchup back on the schedule would fill a scheduling gap and be a great early season test for both programs.

Just sayin.......
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Louisville's last game was December 9th and are not scheduled to play until January 3rd. I would love to see the teams meet prior to that date. I hope Jeff and Geno are talking about doing this!!!
 
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cardadistance said:
Louisville's last game was December 9th and are not scheduled to play until January 3rd. I would love to see the teams meet prior to that date. I hope Jeff and Geno are talking about doing this!!!
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I think we need to look at a game between DePaul, 12/29 and Baylor 1/7. You're right, but IMO the window for that possibility is gone. My perfect team to play is : Virginia Tech. They've got a gap like ours.
 
If they (NCAA?) haven't done it already, they should create a "game" portal. Sort of like the transfer portal, a team could post dates they want to schedule a game, any restrictions or limitations on that game (e.g. must be home) and a contact if interested number. It could expedite the process of finding a match.
 
Hmm. The positive part of this is that the coaches are afraid of us again... They would have lined up last year for a game....
 
DEpup said:
Hmm. The positive part of this is that the coaches are afraid of us again... They would have lined up last year for a game....
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Maybe...
Seems like it wouldn't matter, in a world in which the NCAA selection is so sophisticated. For example- Virginia Tech- does it really matter if they are 6-1 or 6-2? It's about league games for them. NC St, FL St, NC, Syracuse. Wouldn't a game with UConn help their SOS?
It may be that logistics due to Covid-19 is what makes it difficult. Probably a bunch of protocols. My example- Virginia Tech- based on what we're hearing about Duke, the ACC has issues with player safety.
All due respect, I think UConn has a monster upside, but I'm not sure anybody is quaking in their boots about us.
 
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Who has Geno on their text ?? texas would be awesome and virginia tech would be good.

Let him Know!!
 
MD#12Fan said:
Maybe...
Seems like it wouldn't matter, in a world in which the NCAA selection is so sophisticated. For example- Virginia Tech- does it really matter if they are 6-1 or 6-2? It's about league games for them. NC St, FL St, NC, Syracuse. Wouldn't a game with UConn help their SOS?
It may be that logistics due to Covid-19 is what makes it difficult. Probably a bunch of protocols. My example- Virginia Tech- based on what we're hearing about Duke, the ACC has issues with player safety.
All due respect, I think UConn has a monster upside, but I'm not sure anybody is quaking in their boots about us.
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what about Duke? I guess the Big East has issues with player safety as well..
 
triaddukefan said:
what about Duke? I guess the Big East has issues with player safety as well..
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Wrong thread Triad. Read through the thread about Duke shutting down. Players and parents uncomfortable with how things were being handled. I'm done talking about Duke. UConn's still playing and Duke is not. Nobody loves Kara more than me. (I'm from D.C./MD-she was the Wizard's color analyst, and I'm a Celtics fan- asst coach)
This thread is about playing another game and possibly about how it is difficult to schedule impromptu with Covid protocols abound.
Good luck. Root for UConn!
 
So I noted that during his presser today, when asked about scheduling another game, after Geno mentioned that he’s been trying unsuccessfully to set something up, he did mention that maybe he’ll get a tweet from Walz tomorrow. So maybe by suggestion in the OP about rescheduling Louisville is not totally out of the question.
 
oldude said:
So I noted that during his presser today, when asked about scheduling another game, after Geno mentioned that he’s been trying unsuccessfully to set something up, he did mention that maybe he’ll get a tweet from Walz tomorrow. So maybe by suggestion in the OP about rescheduling Louisville is not totally out of the question.
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Louisville plays Jan 1, 3, and 7th. The Duke cancellation is this Thursday. He was going back to back. Walz would be jumping on the proverbial grenade for Geno if he snuck UConn in his schedule. Good for him!
Don't we ideally want the game early next week?
 
MD#12Fan said:
Louisville plays Jan 1, 3, and 7th. The Duke cancellation is this Thursday. He was going back to back. Walz would be jumping on the proverbial grenade for Geno if he snuck UConn in his schedule. Good for him!
Don't we ideally want the game early next week?
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As I said earlier, beggars can’t be choosers. If Walz called up and said he could only play UConn this coming Thursday in Louisville, I would take it if I was Geno.
 
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Biff said:
If they (NCAA?) haven't done it already, they should create a "game" portal. Sort of like the transfer portal, a team could post dates they want to schedule a game, any restrictions or limitations on that game (e.g. must be home) and a contact if interested number. It could expedite the process of finding a match.
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One already exists... here is an example from MBB board. It’s not accessible to general public.

Brochacho said:
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We aren't playing DePaul 12/23 and we aren't playing a Big East team it appears.
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Nah. We run the risk of getting a team like Sisters of Mercy and beating them like Texas A&M beat Northwestern State. Does not do us any good other than playing a game, running up the score, adding to a players stat line, and getting Coach one step closer to passing Coach Summit. I am in the camp of taking that extra day to practice, rest up, and watch some NetFlix.
 
oldude said:
As I said earlier, beggars can’t be choosers. If Walz called up and said he could only play UConn this coming Thursday in Louisville, I would take it if I was Geno.
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According to this article, Jeff and Geno are talking?

www.courier-journal.com

Louisville women resume basketball season with purpose and plenty of possibilities

Louisville's women's basketball team resumes practice after a 16-day layoff, still ranked No. 2 nationally.
www.courier-journal.com www.courier-journal.com

To that end, Walz has talked to UConn’s Geno Auriemma about adding a game should COVID-19 leave both schools with an open weekend date. He has joined a text group of coaches within a five or six-hour bus ride to facilitate communication in case someone needs a game on short notice.

Also interesting how a National Contending coach things about Program Shutdown

This a team of high purpose and tantalizing possibilities.

“Our players know if they wanted to opt out, it’s no hard feelings,” Walz said. “It’s their choice. But I have a lot of players who want to play after college. Some might play in the WNBA, some in Europe. Some might do both. Because their ultimate goal is the same, they are very self-motivated. I’m very fortunate.”
 
eebmg said:
According to this article, Jeff and Geno are talking?

www.courier-journal.com

Louisville women resume basketball season with purpose and plenty of possibilities

Louisville's women's basketball team resumes practice after a 16-day layoff, still ranked No. 2 nationally.
www.courier-journal.com www.courier-journal.com

To that end, Walz has talked to UConn’s Geno Auriemma about adding a game should COVID-19 leave both schools with an open weekend date. He has joined a text group of coaches within a five or six-hour bus ride to facilitate communication in case someone needs a game on short notice.

Also interesting how a National Contending coach things about Program Shutdown

This a team of high purpose and tantalizing possibilities.

“Our players know if they wanted to opt out, it’s no hard feelings,” Walz said. “It’s their choice. But I have a lot of players who want to play after college. Some might play in the WNBA, some in Europe. Some might do both. Because their ultimate goal is the same, they are very self-motivated. I’m very fortunate.”
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It’s good to know Jeff and Geno are talking, but it sounds like it’s confined to contingency planning right now, based on future events that may or may not happen.
 
MD#12Fan said:
Louisville plays Jan 1, 3, and 7th. The Duke cancellation is this Thursday. He was going back to back. Walz would be jumping on the proverbial grenade for Geno if he snuck UConn in his schedule. Good for him!
Don't we ideally want the game early next week?
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@LETTERL posting Jan 1 rescheduled game with NC cancelled due to travel issues on NC side. Maybe UConn sneaks in there??
 
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A little late to the party, but screw the Cuse! That smacktalking coach can drown in his misery (metaphorically speaking). He never did anything with that team outside of making it to the Final..in part from the divinity of Stewie who powered Cuse to be UConn's opponent to finish her college story! ;) Okay, the Earth may continue to rotate after I got that out
 
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eebmg said:
@LETTERL posting Jan 1 rescheduled game with NC cancelled due to trael issues on NC side. Maybe UConn sneakes in there??
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That would be nice, although I suspect Jeff will attempt to shuffle in a conference opponent before calling Geno.
 
Walz said tonight on his radio show it is a non-conference opponent and it should be announced tomorrow. He said it will not be at Yum Center and it “will be a good one”.
 
CardsWBBfan said:
Walz said tonight on his radio show it is a non-conference opponent and it should be announced tomorrow. He said it will not be at Yum Center and it “will be a good one”.
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Thanks for the update. If it’s the game we all hope it is, it will be fantastic matchup.
 
Walz just did an interview with local media. Said the game is off. Said it was a T10 matchup. Our doctors were talking to other schools doctors working out logistics. I can’t be sure, because my feed cut out, but it sounded like it was a neutral site game and other school would not give permission for the long bus ride. Whatever the sticking point was, the game is off. Walz STILL trying to find another game we can play on either 12/31, 1/1 or 1/2.
 
CardsWBBfan said:
Walz just did an interview with local media. Said the game is off. Said it was a T10 matchup. Our doctors were talking to other schools doctors working out logistics. I can’t be sure, because my feed cut out, but it sounded like it was a neutral site game and other school would not give permission for the long bus ride. Whatever the sticking point was, the game is off. Walz STILL trying to find another game we can play on either 12/31, 1/1 or 1/2.
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I just found the media link and listened again. The cancelled game with whomever the T10 team was, had nothing to do with a bus ride. I previously caught parts of two different questions and merged them ( mistakenly) into one storyline. The game is cancelled, the medical personnel for both teams could not work it out, following state guidelines around Covid. However, it had nothing to do with a bus ride. Sorry for any confusion. The interview is on the Louisville WBB Facebook page, if anyone wants to listen. I can’t seem to attach it.
 
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