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Message: [QUOTE="NOI33, post: 2608375, member: 5730"] No. Because then you would all be saying "Why didn't he say it to her face? Why didn't he address the matter like a grown-up? Why was he so passive-aggressive?" Come on. We are all human. We saw the intensity of the game and how much was riding on its outcome. Can you imagine the emotions the UofL coaching staff experienced after finally claiming this trophy? The pride in their players? Walz chose to say what he said (when he said it) because their win (second win, at that) and Asia's performance (most notably her clutch free-throws) cemented her ACC-POY nod. So give her the respect she deserves and remember her name. She was the player of the year because she steps up in huge games and makes plays. She was the player of the year because she works (and wins) within a system that consists of mostly role-players with amazing team chemistry. Louisville had a high-profile key starter transfer out last year (if some of you forgot), and many thought this year would be a low-year for them. Forget about the rankings. Walz has produced a lot with what he has this year, and no one can argue that. I feel like his emotions got the best of him and he felt like she needed to hear what he wanted to say at all costs (lol), but to say that he was classless and aggressive is a reach (not you directly DefenseBB, others had stated this). He was very clear about what he said to Muffet during his presser. He was very clear about his intent too. No need to drag his name in the dirt for something so insignificant. [/QUOTE]

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