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Two Sources Say 2 Aggies Showing Up

Charliebball said:
on a one year shot I'd say if the coach can't guarantee me minutes I'm not coming..
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As I said before, these are 2 smart young ladies. Any coach that guarantees them playing time is full of $@&#, and they will know it. Besides, if all they’re after is PT, why not stay at A&M where it’s guaranteed?
 
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oldude said:
As I said before, these are 2 smart young ladies. Any coach that guarantees them playing time is full of $@&#, and they will know it. Besides, if all they’ve after is PT, why not stay at A&M where it’s guaranteed?
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Def agree with this
 
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oldude said:
Wow! Huge news. I’m already excited about Howard. But Williams could provide some much needed insurance at the 2 guard with Kia graduating, Mikayla’s health status and CW only a freshman. I love the idea of a package deal.

One last thought, with at least two A&M players looking to transfer from what would otherwise be a strong contender to win the SEC next year, I have to wonder if there isn’t a problem in Aggie-land. Specifically, do players on the team have a problem with freshman Chennedy Carter essentially being given the opportunity to dominate the ball on offense while taking off defensive possessions?
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Really good points. Aggies went 26-10 overall, lost to ND by six points and -- if they had all come back -- would play against MSU, SC and Tenn. teams that have lost key players to graduation. Really has got to make you wonder.

It always struck me that Gary Blair was the kind of coach who could do more with less...maybe having "more" this year (Ms. Carter) has him out of his comfort zone.
 
oldude said:
As I said before, these are 2 smart young ladies. Any coach that guarantees them playing time is full of $@&#, and they will know it. Besides, if all they’ve after is PT, why not stay at A&M where it’s guaranteed?
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like a first grade report card............it seems apparent that Chennedy Carter does not play well with others.........
 
Geew1992 said:
For those that wanted to know who was going to replace Kia, Williams a pretty defensive stopper.
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In the few league games I've seen her play, I'd generally agree that she's a good defensive player. Unfortunately, the Aggies got into a track meet against ND, losing 90-84, and whatever defense they were playing neglected to cover Mabrey, who went off for 7 three-pointers against them. And they were not all in transition (although I will admit a few were shot from Idaho they were so far out...)
 
I am clearly in the minority but I worry about bringing in relatively big name players for 1 year who played their whole college career elsewhere. It has to be a very difficult adjustment to change cultures and irregardless of being told beforehand that it is an open competition, if they are not a significant part of the team rotation, I think there would be undercurrents of disappointment. I was less concerned for Anriel since she is an energy offensive rebounder that can make her own shots out of effort but I think Williams may be harder to integrate.

There is also a part of me that feels this is very mercenary (not a reputation I want for UConn) and I would rather try to get our holes filled with our developing students. When it was just Anriel, I could justify it with the loss of Z and Gabby and the health concerns of Batouly but it is harder for me to justify Williams.
 
Charliebball said:
always liked Danni Williams....kind of a streaky shooter but really competitive and tough as nails.......I'm not sure what this says about Geno's bench or perhaps I should say his confidence in them.....still a long shot that either of these two end up at UConn but I could certainly see some disappointment from the kids already there...
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Oh boy, we're doing it again (thinking along the same lines). Agree with all points. But, Me -- an ND fan -- was absolutely getting sad at the thought of Molly Bent being pushed back in the pecking order because of a possible transferring Aggie buckaroo (if there is such a thing). :confused:
Life sure is interesting these days in WCBB.
 
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BostonCanuck said:
Huge indeed!

The new transfer rules, and the success of Stevens as a graduate transfer, could really open up the floodgates for UConn to land some really good talent to fill certain gaps in the roster. I just think the opportunities will be too irresistible for too many good players.
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Opinions differ. I don't hink this is good news at all. I have much enjoyed women's basketball over men's because there isn't any of this one and done; or, leave without getting a degree. Transferring in like these postgraduates is same thing as jumping the line at the ticket office.
 
HuskyNan said:
My son is 23 and makes his living as an engineer. I still sent him his Easter candy and make sure he’s not burying himself in work. A Mom is always a Mom.
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My son is 34 and an engineer, and my wife still sends him Easter candy every year. Must be one of those rules listed in the “How to be a good mom” handbook.
 
Charliebball said:
like a first grade report card..it seems apparent that Chennedy Carter does not play well with others....
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Having watched A&M play several times this season, I did wonder about the team dynamic. Carter would often come flying down court to throw up a shot and then frequently loaf back on defense while her 4 teammates were hustling all over the court, playing 4 on 5.
 
eebmg said:
I am clearly in the minority but I worry about bringing in relatively big name players for 1 year who played their whole college career elsewhere. It has to be a very difficult adjustment to change cultures and irregardless of being told beforehand that it is an open competition, if they are not a significant part of the team rotation, I think there would be undercurrents of disappointment. I was less concerned for Anriel since she is an energy offensive rebounder that can make her own shots out of effort but I think Williams may be harder to integrate.

There is also a part of me that feels this is very mercenary (not a reputation I want for UConn) and I would rather try to get our holes filled with our developing students. When it was just Anriel, I could justify it with the loss of Z and Gabby and the health concerns of Batouly but it is harder for me to justify Williams.
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So it's okay to be half a mercenary (Howard only)? Notre Dame was very mercenary and hoisted the national championship trophy. It doesn't seem like their fans are troubled at all by that.

When you're entering the final season for players the caliber of Lou and Napheesa, you do what you need to do to maximize your chances of winning another championship. Howard and Williams would clearly help achieve that goal. From all accounts both Howard and Williams are great persons and teammates. Howard was awarded A&M's MVP and Miss Hustle awards. Williams won the prestigious Miss Aggie award. UConn would be very fortunate to get either or both of them if only for one season.
 
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Dillon77 said:
That would actually be a simian, sir....:rolleyes:
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Something like this maybe?

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UConnCat said:
So it's okay to be half a mercenary (Howard only)? Notre Dame was very mercenary and hoisted the national championship trophy. It doesn't seem like their fans are troubled at all by that.

When you're entering the final season for players the caliber of Lou and Napheesa, you do what you need to do to maximize your chances of winning another championship. Howard and Williams would clearly help achieve that goal. From all accounts both Howard and Williams are great persons and teammates. Howard was awarded A&M's MVP and Miss Hustle awards. Williams won the prestigious Miss Aggie award. UConn would be very fortunate to get either or both of them if only for one season.
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On one hand I'd love to add both of them to the team but I think that it may cause some discontent or at least disappointment from the bench players and may be seen as a warning sign for those being recruited in the future....................unfortunately what it really shows is that Geno and Co did not recruit well enough in the past couple of years..........otherwise there would be no need to bring in multiple transfers.......
 
CajunHusky said:
Opinions differ. I don't hink this is good news at all. I have much enjoyed women's basketball over men's because there isn't any of this one and done; or, leave without getting a degree. Transferring in like these postgraduates is same thing as jumping the line at the ticket office.
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Respectfully, this isn’t one and done or leaving without a degree. These are two wonderful students who somehow managed to juggle the intense requirements of playing Basketball in the SEC while earning their degree in only 3 years. They’ve clearly earned the right to transfer.
 
MilfordHusky said:
The landscape is changing, and Geno seems to be adapting. Kudos to him!

Welcome to Anriel and Danni!!
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Yep, but I'm a little worried about collateral damage. UConn thrives on team chemistry built on years together. Tougher to do that with grad transfers.
 
Charliebball said:
On one hand I'd love to add both of them to the team but I think that it may cause some discontent or at least disappointment from the bench players and may be seen as a warning sign for those being recruited in the future.....unfortunately what it really shows is that Geno and Co did not recruit well enough in the past couple of years.....otherwise there would be no need to bring in multiple transfers..
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Are you kidding discontent? This is college D1 basketball not high school. You have to be really good to play and teams of this caliber keep recruiting the best players. You don't pass on a player that is better than the ones on the team because they may get mad. And are you kidding a warning to those players being recruited that's a joke.
 
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CL82 said:
Yep, but I'm a little worried about collateral damage. UConn thrives on team chemistry built on years together. Tougher to do that with grad transfers.
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Unless I’m wrong, before Geno offers either of these ladies a scholarship he will consult with the team after this weekend when the current players get to spend some time with the 2 gals from A&M. I believe that’s the same process he followed with Z & Touly.
 
oldude said:
Unless I’m wrong, before Geno offers either of these ladies a scholarship he will consult with the team after this weekend when the current players get to spend some time with the 2 gals from A&M. I believe that’s the same process he followed with Z & Touly.
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Absolutely, in fact he already has according to the article, but there is a huge difference between impressions and knowing someone for years. That's not assuming that there will be an enmity or resentment, but it does recognize the fact that chemistry takes time.
 
huskies29 said:
Gene doesn't do stipulations.
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The 2 stipulations are that Howard wants to compete for a national championship and advance her interest in media & communications at a school that offers a graduate program in that major.

The first is not a stipulation at UConn. It’s an expectation that is carried by Geno and everyone else affiliated with UConn WBB.

As for the second, UConn has a very good graduate program in communications, not to mention at least a half dozen former players currently working for ESPN, SNY or some other media outlet.

As I said in another post, the stipulations outlined by Anriel’s mother provide a distinct advantage to UConn imo.
 
oldude said:
Respectfully, this isn’t one and done or leaving without a degree. These are two wonderful students who somehow managed to juggle the intense requirements of playing Basketball in the SEC while earning their degree in only 3 years. They’ve clearly earned the right to transfer.
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The full quote is: " I have much enjoyed women's basketball over men's because there isn't any of this one and done; or, leave without getting a degree."

I see where by inference you could draw your particular conclusion nevertheless my statement was why I don't like men's basketball. I don't believe this is one of those cases either. If the staff have some impelling reason like they did with Brittany Hunter and Z for that matter than fine.

I like women's basketball because the organization in four years ushers them thru the whole process learning and playing Div I WBB and makes sure they make progress towards a degree.

Think Tierney, Heather and Polly. Remember DT being banned from campus until she completed her degree. That is just one of the things that makes UConn special.

The emphasis should be (and I think it is for the most part) four year players.
 
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