It's really about that time: Start of 22-23 Season

[Lorcan]

Initial thoughts from preseason across wbb.

Starting lineups -
1. Thought it was interesting NC State started Madison Hayes. I always liked the energy she played with and thinks it makes sense. Nonetheless Saniya Rivers may start the season on the bench which is interesting.
2. Stanford started a freshman not named Lauren Betts and gave Kiki the nod at center. Kiki is really talented but it's interesting to see how they alot time with their bugs
3. I liked that Hannah started in the Miami game along with a lot of their seniors. They got a lot of young talent and Hailey on the bench.
4. Shout-out to Saylor P for starting and getting some minutes at Arkansas in their opening game. They didn't start Jersey W, but she played well off the bench. They are an interesting team
5. I know South Carolina is probably experimenting a lot in a preseason game but I think it's interesting they started Bre Hall and is probably confirmation Zia will start at point. I really don't think it's going to be that hard of a transition for her. In fact it's probably good that she can prove she can handle both guard spots at the next level


I actually really didn't want to be that long winded on this post so other quick musings. Adia Barnes and Jade Loville seem like a great fit. Barnes has really spoken glowingly about her in each press conference. Abby Meyer is who I thought she was. Once again I know it's preseason but she may be Maryland's best player. I doubt she struggles at all transitioning to a power 5 conference. It will be interesting to watch Utah play this year, but they seem to be just as good if not better than the team that gave teams problems last year. Lastly I'm a bit concerned about Oregon. They got a tough schedule and a pretty new group. Idk it just kinda feels the past couple seasons the pressure of being a big time program has gotten to them and they don't seem to be having too much fun. But this is pure observation and speculation

In response to #2: Stanford did not start a freshman. The starters were Haley Jones (Sr.), Hannah Jump (Sr.), Agnes Emma-Nnopu (Jr), Cameron Brink (Jr.) and Kiki Iriafen (So). If you're referring to Kiki Iriafen, she's a sophomore and showed some promise at the end of last season. The freshman who likely impressed the most though was Talana Lepolo showing her ability to play the point with Indya Nivar and Lauren Betts having promising showings. We were also excited to see Jzaniya Harriel back on the floor and playing.

 

[jdote33]

In response to #2: Stanford did not start a freshman. The starters were Haley Jones (Sr.), Hannah Jump (Sr.), Agnes Emma-Nnopu (Jr), Cameron Brink (Jr.) and Kiki Iriafen (So). If you're referring to Kiki Iriafen, she's a sophomore and showed some promise at the end of last season. The freshman who likely impressed the most though was Talana Lepolo showing her ability to play the point with Indya Nivar and Lauren Betts having promising showings. We were also excited to see Jzaniya Harriel back on the floor and playing.

That was my bad. I thought Nivar started. Im all in on Kiki, and remember her playing really well in her opportunities last year. At media day, Tara said she really got better but I was still surprised she started. In any event my mistake.

 

[Floridaduck]

Bad news for Arizona:

TUCSON - Junior forward Lauren Ware will be out for the 2022-23 season due to injury, the program announced on Friday.

 

[Gamecockfan77]

Stanford 102, Vanguard 25, in tonight's exhibition game.

May not have much of a basketball team, but I do appreciate their low cost investment funds.

 

[triaddukefan]

Not what i expected

 

[cancontent]

Not what i expected

Who do you think should have been a starter?

 

[triaddukefan]

The powerful Crimson Hawks were a feisty bunch, but could not withstand the onslaught of the beloved Blue Devils.

 

[triaddukefan]

Who do you think should have been a starter?

I assumed Day Wilson and Baolgun would start over Oliver and Volker

 

[ConnecticutBB]

Does anyone know it the First game of the season will be televised?

 

[CompSci87]

Does anyone know it the First game of the season will be televised?

Which team will start their Monday game first?

 

[jdote33]

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Iowa State vs Cleveland State looks like one of the first games of the season at 12 pm on Monday. It looks like it will be on the big 12 network and ESPN+.

 

[cancontent]

I assumed Day Wilson and Baolgun would start over Oliver and Volker

I see your point. Looking at Day-Wilson's numbers and playing time from today, I'm curious to see how this plays out during the season. She seemed off scoring wise until late in the game.

 

[SECbbfan24]

Duke fans are going to love J. Oliver, I was always a big fan of her even back to her Baylor days when she didn't play as much.

 

[triaddukefan]

I see your point. Looking at Day-Wilson's numbers and playing time from today, I'm curious to see how this plays out during the season. She seemed off scoring wise until late in the game.

According to a member of the press, Coach said don't look too much into Day-Wilson not starting. She is experimenting with various line-ups. We have 17 players on the roster, 11 played in the first half. That being said, at her Q&A after the scrimmage 2 weeks ago, Coach stressed that she is looking for players who are committed to playing defense. Volker can't shoot, but she is a solid defender. Oliver is a better defensive player and better distributer than Day-Wilson. There will be times when they both will be playing with DW playing off the ball.

 

[cancontent]

According to a member of the press, Coach said don't look too much into Day-Wilson not starting. She is experimenting with various line-ups. We have 17 players on the roster, 11 played in the first half. That being said, at her Q&A after the scrimmage 2 weeks ago, Coach stressed that she is looking for players who are committed to playing defense. Volker can't shoot, but she is a solid defender. Oliver is a better defensive player and better distributer than Day-Wilson. There will be times when they both will be playing with DW playing off the ball.

That makes sense. Day-Wilson is a defensive liability. Believe she was the only guard without an assist in the game too.

 

[southie]

 

[southie]

Redshirting a true freshman (especially one so far away from home) comes with risks . . .