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Message: [QUOTE="Bronx23, post: 2737530, member: 8501"] I think many of your points are well taken. I agree that most men and unfortunately a good number of women (this is a discussion in and of itself) do not appreciate the subtleties of teamwork. My wife and daughter (who played HS and AAU basketball and still plays against guys at now age 34) aren't interested in women's basketball or soccer, both of which I love. My daughter and her husband just spent a good sum of money to buy tickets, drive to Boston from NYC, stay overnight in an air b&b to see 7th game of eastern championship to watch and root for Lebron. Why is that? I hope this is not viewed as political, as it's truly societal. As our world supposedly evolves, in most if not all cases, as women become viewed as more equal, women in order to succeed adapt to take on more male traits rather than vice versa. Some or much of this, has an economic / financial basis. I truly wish it was men taking on women's traits, but that ain't happening any time soon if ever. The reason many those here myself included love U Conn women's basketball is the ongoing and continued excellence, very high demands and expectations, ball and body movement, and truly incredible team play. As I am writing this I just realized that to a degree I too fall into this same trap. My criticisms stated here fairly often with the last two seasons results (which are pretty incredibly as to reaching the semi-final each year), was the inability of the great team play, wonderful passing, movement to overcome a quality, well coached, well prepared opponent each with a player or two who could excel in crunch time in truly huge games and moments. The lack of a member of the holy trinity aside, it didn't work. Also even with the greatness of those three, many won't and don't go see their unbelievable skill sets. Very, very sad but very, very true. Either because they and a few other greats can't dunk or sky above the rim at incredible speeds, or don't look or behave a certain pre-determined way, or have certain social or societal beliefs or whatever other reasons. It is just not viewed as cool or popular to admit that one likes or loves, and will pay for watching and admiring what the women's game brings whether it be basketball, soccer, softball, hockey, etc. I have some thoughts and ideas about what it would take but they either become more political / societal and would likely fall on many deaf ears. Sadly, even with much better marketing which is sorely needed, do I believe it will change this issue to any significant degree. Sorry to be such a downer on a early summer weekend. Bronx23 [/QUOTE]

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