UConn Favored in AAC Coaches Poll, Nurse Favored for POY

[Monte]

bags27 beat me to it; I was going to note that there are 6 listed on the "First Team", and I don't see anything denoting that two tied for one position.

It should also be noted that there was only ONE unanimous choice for the first team...Butts from Temple. I find it shocking that any coach in the league could leave either Nurse or Lou off of their first team ballot, especially considering that Nurse was picked for PrePOY. I'm guessing that at least one coach out there just doesn't appreciate the UConn way of doing things, OR this is an extension of the lets-give-everyone-NOT-UConn-a-vote-as-long-as-we-can-get-away-with-it effect.

This happens all the time. Each year, many players are named "All League." Many teams are predicted to be "outstanding." The truth always comes out WHEN THE SEASON IS OVER!
Check the stats then!

 

[MilfordHusky]

UCONN will be facing Leticia Romero, 2016 Olympic silver medalist, in their first game Nov 14.

Ah, thanks! I thought there was at least one other.

 

[Vowelguy]

I'm surprised to see Nurse; I would've thought KLS was the clear pick.
Nurse has benefited from being the off guard to MoJeff. Her mistakes were not deadly and there was less pressure. That all changes this year. And how she performs in her new role will have a big impact on how UConn fares this year.

 

[j66kicker]

No, Leticia Romero plays on Spain's National Team

Hmmm... FSU is listing her as a senior on their 2016-17 roster. And Leticia has been tweeting FSU stuff (including pictures of ACC media day and a media day poster with her on it) as recently as October 12...

Women's Basketball - Roster - Florida State Seminoles Official Athletic Site

Leticia Romero (@LeticiaRomero95) | Twitter

 

[Carnac]

Did they pick a FOY? I think that decision would be Crystal clear.

She gets my vote!!!

 

[MilfordHusky]

Geno and the players are in the last 25 minutes of the video.

Coach says that the tough early season schedule was predicated partly on Morgan coming back.

 

[MilfordHusky]

Did they pick a FOY? I think that decision would be Crystal clear.

I just read that the American does not select a FOY in advance. Keep your eyes on Crystal Dangerfield. If you blink, she'll run by you.

 

[Lynx23]

As usual, so many of you are all about scoring offense. I don't expect that Kia's offensive numbers will match those of Lou, Gabby, and perhaps even Napheesa. But if I recall correctly she has consistently been one of the best defensive players on the team, and this year will probably be the best defensive option we have. Her spirit, enthusiasm, and leadership skills will not be matched by another player. So, just wondering, does any of this count?

 

[Intpseeker]

It's Kia's team. She clearly showed she could lead as a frosh when the upper class studs where getting it together. Now we see what she does when she doesn't have to defer.

I agree with our guests. Wait until March to see what's what.

 

[easttexastrash]

That was the stipulation and the point was if you put KLS, Gabby, Kia & Napheesa in any conference they would contenders for among the best 4 players in ANY conference. It more about the players that were left off the list like Crystal Dangerfield.

I didn't know that marijuana possession was legal up north.

 

[CocoHusky]

I didn't know that marijuana possession was legal up north.

We are way past possession up here.

 

[Charliebball]

As usual, so many of you are all about scoring offense. I don't expect that Kia's offensive numbers will match those of Lou, Gabby, and perhaps even Napheesa. But if I recall correctly she has consistently been one of the best defensive players on the team, and this year will probably be the best defensive option we have. Her spirit, enthusiasm, and leadership skills will not be matched by another player. So, just wondering, does any of this count?

no..................

 

[iamcbs]

Hmmm... FSU is listing her as a senior on their 2016-17 roster. And Leticia has been tweeting FSU stuff (including pictures of ACC media day and a media day poster with her on it) as recently as October 12...

Women's Basketball - Roster - Florida State Seminoles Official Athletic Site

Leticia Romero (@LeticiaRomero95) | Twitter

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The question was is Kia Nurse the only college player that participated in the Olympics, hence my answer. Leticia Romero is on the Spanish National Team as well as playing for FSU. Sorry if the explanation was incomplete.

 

[j66kicker]

Ahh - sorry, my bad. Guess your first word - "No" - should have been clear enough - duh.

 

[easttexastrash]

Ahh - sorry, my bad. Guess your first word - "No" - should have been clear enough - duh.

"No" means "no."