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Message: [QUOTE="eggfit, post: 4276457, member: 11048"] So first of all, I want to thank the team, coaches and staff for the GREAT job they did this year, amid all the injuries. It was a lot of fun watching. Secondly, I thought I would share my thoughts about each player's performance this season. Aaliyah - AE had a very slow first half of the season. Somehow she came alive and we began to see an aggressive basketball player. Sometimes we saw a bull in a china shop. And she seemed shy about driving driving toward the basket when there was only one defender in front of her. Definitely fights to get the ball any chance she can, and often ends up on the floor. That's a good thing. Paige - Paige has an enormous amount of talent and great instincts. A terrific short jump shot. Her long shot was a bit rusty in March. She is probably still recovering from her injury and the shock of being out so long. Probably would look much better if other teammates had her abilities. Occasionally tries to thread the needle with her passes where there is just no room. Nika - Nika is an amazing fighter on defense. Love her speed bringing the ball up-court. And I love her ability to pressure guards, and love her ball stealing. Her lack of height is a big problem, and often she would have to stop advancing the ball because everyone was taller than her. Has a pretty good 3-pointer, but would have to become VERY consistent to gain enough confidence to shoot more often. Christyn - CW had a good year. Many times I couldn't believe how driven she was, and the athletic shots she was making. But also had a couple very average games. For some reason, last night she was unable to connect, and I felt sad for her. Pretty strong on defense, though. I think she will do well in the WNBA. Dorka - Dorka's first few games this season were not very impressive. But at some point she came alive, and then I truly looked forward to seeing her in the game. I hope this summer she will put on some more muscle and become more aggressive. We will really need her big time. Olivia - ONO had a very mixed year. At one point she was blocking shots like crazy, particularly against players who were shorter than her. And she also became a good free throw shooter. But against tall players, she seems to hide a bit, and she doesn't jump much. Needs to just grab the pass and shoot. But she did contribute a lot to the success of the team this year. Pretty good passer, too. Needs to be much more aggressive and needs more muscle. Evina - EW is your consistent player. She will rarely make a bad pass or take a crazy shot. Takes her time bringing the ball downcourt, however. Occasionally, she surprised us with her 3-pointers and steals, and often gave us the lift we needed. Piath - Piath didn't have a lot of chances to play this year, and I wish that Geno would have put her in sooner when we had a big lead. Hard to tell how she will fit into the future. Hoping for the best. Caroline - CD showed flashes of brilliance once Paige was sidelined. She was making long shots, she was making short shots. After Paige returned, she seemed to struggle. Does have a great ability to facilitate the backdoor play and the quick release. Azzi - Azzi has a beautiful shot, both as a 3-pointer and a jumper. She has much to learn about getting open and about not making a careless pass. Was terrific at the foul line in the tournament. Amari - Amari did not play much, and so it is difficult to have an opinion about her. Despite her height, she didn't seem very aggressive grabbing rebounds, nor did she make many of her shots. Hoping for big improvements next year and more time on the court. Aubrey - Tough year for Aubrey sitting out every game because of injury. She has very good instincts when someone is shooting, and somehow knows exactly where the ball will end up. And she goes UP for it! She should work on her offense a bit. Looking forward to her return! Again, thanks to all for a fantastic year!!! [/QUOTE]

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