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Message: [QUOTE="FanSince17, post: 5342836, member: 14147"] Speaking of versatility, which we have already seen from Sarah. She defended the posts predominantly last year. If posts, traditionally speaking move block to block and maybe up to the high post, that’s where Sarah defended. If she’s a wing, she’ll be involved in switches and traps out front. Do we think that she cannot do that? When she ventured out to the 3-point line and beyond, she blocked shots and she stole the ball and converted on the other end. She’s also terrific at closing out on shooters. Her help D is spot on, often creating steals and blocks and recovering loose balls. Could she already be the best defensive player in America? Something not mentioned a lot is IMO Geno’s responsibility in developing his players. We’ve seen, especially lately, that players come to UConn to get better. He somehow balances team success with player development. Sometimes the two just mesh naturally, like his pushing Paige to think scoring more and Paige having to defend all positions. I think Geno knows Sarah needs to be a wing at the next level, so IMO one big reason Geno will be inclined to use a big lineup this year will be for Sarah’s development. (full disclosure- I totally love the small lineup) [/QUOTE]