UConn-USF post game thread

[vtcwbuff]

This is news to you! Gotta get out more @vtcwbuff

I never paid much attention, but our tournament seats were within a few rows this year. Lots of negative comments from the UConn fans around us.

 

[msf22b]

I pouted before the game that this might be a tough one...it was, no gimme.
I still think it is possible that the team loses...not likely, but possible.
More likely is a couple of tough, grind it out wins in the last three games.
So, we wind up with the Natty, but its not the perfect artistic success.

The key starters seem mentally tired; the time off will help, but perhaps not as much as we hope

Lou is off her shot, Pheesa disappeared at times; happily re-emerged near the end; Kia's been so preoccupied with D, the last couple of games, that it's taken a toll on her offense. Danger, Gabby and Z all have been better. Walker seems almost ready

We will see very clearly Geno's marshaling his forces in the next few weeks.
He is the grand-master at it, but others are gaining.

It may be enough, but perhaps not.

 

[GoUconn7961]

I thought it was a great game and kudos to Gabby for gutting it out. Let's hope they all take advantage of some rest and rehab before the real tourney begins. Lou had an off night but stepped up in other ways. I thought Walker was pretty good off the bench and Azura is really coming into her own. Whatever the tourney brings let's just enjoy these fine young ladies and the effort they give every single time on the court! I love being a Husky fan!

 

[cohenzone]

I don't know - did you think UCONN played really well in the 4th Q? Were we tired? Our subs certainly were not in the game so it was all starters, yet USF took it to us. do you think Geno will look at the game tape of the 4th Q and say "this is how we want to remember the game and this is how we want to play"? So yeah, forgettable in that it wasn't a great quarter for them...

I think our kids were tired. Having 3 key players including KLS playing hurt and play 3 games in 3 days is tough.

But I agree with the thought that USF had a bit to do with it. It’s hard to keep beating a good team 3 times in a season, let alone a decent team that has played us 3 games for several years. It’s a testament to our coaches and the toughness of our kids that they can enter the 4th quarter of a game like this and, tired or whatever, they were not going to be in any danger of losing.

 

[Crossover]

Good prep for the NCAAs; UConn will definitely meet some "physical" teams. It seemed to me Chat was piling on Pheesa, but she made some key shots. Memorable performance by injured Gabby Williams. KLS has been unconscious during the season; I hope her tournament slump does not continue. Can we still count on Kia's offense if she has to expend a lot of energy on a top quality shooter like Laksa? Z is great but the greatness is dependent on great passes, especially from Gabby. Gabby: the fruits of veganism does not mean pineapple pizza!

I'm with you. We finally found something to dislike about Gabby. Pineapple pizza??? Wrong answer! We may have to revoke her "old soul" card.

 

[GoUconn7961]

I'm with you. We finally found something to dislike about Gabby. Pineapple pizza??? Wrong answer! We may have to revoke her "old soul" card.

Gabby is vegan so I'm sure she loves her fruits and vegetables!

 

[vtcwbuff]

Gabby is vegan so I'm sure she loves her fruits and vegetables!

I like my fruits and veggies too but you don't put pineapple on pizza. If you want a pineapple pizza feel free to get a loaf of wonder bread.

 

[GoUconn7961]

I like my fruits and veggies too but you don't put pineapple on pizza. If you want a pineapple pizza feel free to get a loaf of wonder bread.

You are one tough customer! LOL
I'm vegan like Gabby and I still love my pizza - but no, I don't put pineapple on mine!

 

[MilfordHusky]

Just my humble opinion, but we were behind the USF bench and I concluded that Laksa comes off as a petulant little brat. I saw a little of it in yesterday's game but it was on full display tonight. She pouted her way through the entire awards ceremony. As UConn was receiving their awards Laksa left the bench and stood behind her team. On off the USF assistants had to fetch her and tell her to join her team mates.

I'm not saying she isn't petulant. I'm saying she has accuracy and range.

 

[Crossover]

Gabby is vegan so I'm sure she loves her fruits and vegetables!

I guess I'm just a pizza purist. Not surprising, given that I live 4 blocks from the original Sallys and the original Pepes. How about a compromise? Extra cheese pizza with a side order of pineapple.

 

[vtcwbuff]

I don't know - did you think UCONN played really well in the 4th Q? Were we tired? Our subs certainly were not in the game so it was all starters, yet USF took it to us. do you think Geno will look at the game tape of the 4th Q and say "this is how we want to remember the game and this is how we want to play"? So yeah, forgettable in that it wasn't a great quarter for them...

EricLA I agree it wasn't a good 4th quarter. You could almost feel the difference in the game. Part of it was Auriemma slowing things down, part of it was fouls committed and part of it was the continued poor (probably too harsh) shooting. I don't know about tired. Jose's team was on the floor for the entire game. In the last quarter they just seemed to have more energy and Laksa was making some shots.

 

[Los24]

Yes. It’s tough to choose between the game-changing play of Azurá, and the pure courage of Gabby. They are separate categories for me.

I would say Gabby also qualifies for game changing too. She impacts the game all over.

 

[GoUconn7961]

I guess I'm just a pizza purist. Not surprising, given that I live 4 blocks from the original Sallys and the original Pepes. How about a compromise? Extra cheese pizza with a side order of pineapple.

I doubt she'd eat that cheese! LOL. But I get your point...

 

[vtcwbuff]

You are one tough customer! LOL
I'm vegan like Gabby and I still love my pizza - but no, I don't put pineapple on mine!

I eat no meat pizza all the time. Peppers and mushrooms, asparagas tips, tomatoes, onion and cauliflower. I also like artichokes, olives and broccoli. But I gotta' have cheese. I also like shrimp and lobster but I guess that doesn't meet the vegan restrictions.

 

[GoUconn7961]

EricLA I agree it wasn't a good 4th quarter. You could almost feel the difference in the game. Part of it was Auriemma slowing things down, part of it was fouls committed and part of it was the continued poor (probably too harsh) shooting. I don't know about tired. Jose's team was on the floor for the entire game. In the last quarter they just seemed to have more energy and Laksa was making some shots.

Now we'll probably both be banned for being whiners. I saw Husky Nan's post about mustering the torches and pitchforks.

I think USF got energy from Laksa and her ability to make difficult shots. And, for the first time in three games she was able to score.

 

[GoUconn7961]

I eat no meat pizza all the time. Peppers and mushrooms, asparagas tips, tomatoes, onion and cauliflower. I also like artichokes, olives and broccoli. But I gotta' have cheese. I also like shrimp and lobster but I guess that doesn't meet the vegan restrictions.

Nope - we don't eat any animal products. But I will tell you that there is a great place where I live that makes me a mushroom and roasted eggplant pizza and it's so good I don't miss the cheese. Plus I've found some great alternatives..

 

[HopJim]

But after awhile I kind of felt for Lou and Gabby. Gabby had to be in there while limping around like a elder, while Lou just couldn't shoot her way out of one of her worst shooting nights.

Lou has been playing on a bad ankle for several games. Seems to be getting worse.

 

[BigBird]

I would say Gabby also qualifies for game changing too. She impacts the game all over.

Won’t disagree with that.

 

[buddy]

Am I completely crazy (don't answer that), or did I hear the "Seminole War Chant" faintly in the background early in the 3Q during the game broadcast on TV???

It's OK with me. Florida State is one of my other favorite teams.

Florida State kept UConn out of the ACC. They are the epitome of evil (along with BC)

 

[Crossover]

Nope - we don't eat any animal products. But I will tell you that there is a great place where I live that makes me a mushroom and roasted eggplant pizza and it's so good I don't miss the cheese. Plus I've found some great alternatives..

Wow, I'm learning a lot. What started out as a lark has turned into an education.

 

[DEpup]

I think Z was the player of the tournament. Gabby was the player of the game. I'm embracing the millennial mindset where everyone gets a trophy. Lol. 3 games in 3 days! A win is a win!!! No need for unrealistic expectations. They are now the only undefeated team. Something to celebrate.

 

[ME Husky Fan]

Gabby was all-world.

We missed at least 6 layups.

I still think Laksa is a great shooter. She helped cut the deficit in the 4th.

Laksa makes some incredible shots, no doubt, but her percentage against great teams, turns into a good shooter for my money. Same goes for Ogunbowale.

 

[BigBird]

PS. How do you get the accent for the a in Azura? I used to know...

On a mobile device, such as Ipad or Iphone, just hold down the “A” as you type it. You’ll see a pop-up balloon with alternate characters. Slide your finger onto the balloon and select the one you want. I hope this is helpful.

 

[BigBird]

I think Z was the player of the tournament. Gabby was the player of the game. I'm embracing the millennial mindset where everyone gets a trophy. Lol. 3 games in 3 days! A win is a win!!! No need for unrealistic expectations. They are now the only undefeated team. Something to celebrate.

A good summary, methinks.

 

[UConnNick]

I guess I'm just a pizza purist. Not surprising, given that I live 4 blocks from the original Sallys and the original Pepes. How about a compromise? Extra cheese pizza with a side order of pineapple.

No! I don't want to see any pineapple on the table while eating my pizza. I love pineapple, but it has its place...with ham, on a banana split, on the fresh fruit breakfast bar, but NOT on, or served with pizza.