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Admiral_Needa
Joined: 23 Sep 2004 Posts: 10482 Location: Tiburon, CA
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CamrnCrz1974
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Posted: 12/17/04 1:37 pm ::: |
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Ann Meyers' column is ridiculous. Basic research would prevent statements like this:
"[Dee Dee Wheeler] is about 5-10."
Having seen Dee Dee up close, there is a reason why Caune yelled to Betsy Boardman, "She can't guard you, Betsy; she's a midget!"
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pilight
Joined: 23 Sep 2004 Posts: 67125 Location: Where the action is
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Posted: 12/17/04 2:04 pm ::: |
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The chances of Yo becoming a FA are pretty much zero. Dawn's chances are probably less than that.
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Slovydal
Joined: 17 Nov 2004 Posts: 12205 Location: Indianapolis, IN
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Posted: 12/17/04 3:09 pm ::: |
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Just a couple weeks ago, I heard straight from the Monarch's assistant coach that Yolanda isn't going anywhere.
Oh well, it's Anne "I don't know what I'm talking about" Meyers.
What do you expect?
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pilight
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Posted: 12/17/04 4:02 pm ::: |
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http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/story/11792616p-12677277c.html
Whisenant plans to protect the Monarchs' rights to Griffith and Smith by designating them core players, then take his chances on the others.
"Yo is a foundation player, but she's not getting any younger," Whisenant said. "If we're going to get any value for her, now is the time. But I've got be to very careful in this attempt to get younger. It's a puzzle that will take a whole lot more work."
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dtsnms
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Posted: 12/17/04 4:07 pm ::: |
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In general I've stayed out of the discussions about Ann. She's been annoying, but that's about it.
This column is outright WRONG. The info is weak, the players mentioned are incorrect, and there is no basis for statements like Currie and Polk should stay.
Cappie hasn't played yet this year so she can't comment? Everyone else acknowledges her as a Top 5, and Ann can't comment?
Ridiculous.
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womens_hoops
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Posted: 12/18/04 10:49 am ::: |
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An honest question about the column. Ann says Batteast will be swing player like Swoopes or Sheri Sam. I haven't seen Jackie play enough to know -- anyone have any sense of what position she'll be in the W?
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rebkell Site Admin
Joined: 17 Aug 2004 Posts: 4898 Location: East Tennessee
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Posted: 12/18/04 11:37 am ::: |
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dtsnms wrote: |
In general I've stayed out of the discussions about Ann. She's been annoying, but that's about it.
This column is outright WRONG. The info is weak, the players mentioned are incorrect, and there is no basis for statements like Currie and Polk should stay.
Cappie hasn't played yet this year so she can't comment? Everyone else acknowledges her as a Top 5, and Ann can't comment?
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How can anybody say Cappie is top 5, she hasn't played this year, is she definitely coming back at the start of the year? It has a hint of a Holdsclaw type problem, but she is supposed to be back at the start of the year, and that doesn't fit a Claw type scenario, does it?
I hope Cappie comes back strong, but how can anybody say much about her at this time, same as Claw, I love her game, but if she can't shake her demons, then it's hard to say she'll be anything.
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BBallFanCT729
Joined: 18 Nov 2004 Posts: 2666 Location: UConn Territory
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Posted: 12/18/04 4:06 pm ::: |
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Regarding Cappie:
According to the Star Ledger, in a story not online as of yet, Cappie will be returning to the team next week, in time for the Tennessee game.
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rebkell Site Admin
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Posted: 12/18/04 4:12 pm ::: |
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BBallFanCT729 wrote: |
Regarding Cappie:
According to the Star Ledger, in a story not online as of yet, Cappie will be returning to the team next week, in time for the Tennessee game. |
Has she been practicing with the team, etc... whatever it is, is her business, but you can't just drop a player in the middle of the mix in the middle of the season, well I guess you can, but they normally need a bit of time, no matter who they are.
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Keegan
Joined: 17 Nov 2004 Posts: 6861 Location: The Cathedral of Snark
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Posted: 12/18/04 11:14 pm ::: |
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womens_hoops wrote: |
An honest question about the column. Ann says Batteast will be swing player like Swoopes or Sheri Sam. I haven't seen Jackie play enough to know -- anyone have any sense of what position she'll be in the W? |
From what I've seen, I think she's a 3/4 forward as opposed to a 2/3 wing. |
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dtsnms
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Posted: 12/19/04 9:41 am ::: |
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Reb, maybe it's the weakness of the draft, or anticipation/absence makes the heart grow fonder, but Cappie is still listed by most that I've seen as Top 5.
I agree, she scares me at that high a pick. I think the draft is at least 7 strong, quality players, with nice upsides, and I would be nervous taking a chance on her Mique-esqe-capades.
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womens_hoops
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Posted: 12/19/04 10:03 am ::: |
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i don't know if she has the same type of issues as Mique. Assuming the standard rumor is true -- and she just cheated on a test -- is it really that big a deal? It was a stupid mistake, and one that required a suspension, but not the sort of thing that shows some deep character flaws...
... or at least any flaws that will markedly impact her ability to get along with teammates, play basketball, etc.
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rebkell Site Admin
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Posted: 12/19/04 10:14 am ::: |
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womens_hoops wrote: |
i don't know if she has the same type of issues as Mique. Assuming the standard rumor is true -- and she just cheated on a test -- is it really that big a deal? It was a stupid mistake, and one that required a suspension, but not the sort of thing that shows some deep character flaws...
... or at least any flaws that will markedly impact her ability to get along with teammates, play basketball, etc. |
If that's the case, then no problem, but the problem is the unknown part, if it's known by the people in the draft, then it's really not a problem, but if they aren't aware of why she isn't playing ball for the first half of her senior season, then I'd consider it a risky pick at this point in time.
I might actually consider Tan White over Cappie, from my limited exposure, Tan is about as good on the Offensive end as Cappie to me, I can't comment on the Defensive end, because I haven't really watched either of them enough to say.
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womens_hoops
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Posted: 12/19/04 11:01 pm ::: |
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rebkell wrote: |
I might actually consider Tan White over Cappie, from my limited exposure, Tan is about as good on the Offensive end as Cappie to me, I can't comment on the Defensive end, because I haven't really watched either of them enough to say. |
yeah, I don't know. I just hope someone good is around at #11. Lord knows we need some damn guards up here.
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BCBG25
Joined: 23 Sep 2004 Posts: 20112 Location: Sampa
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Posted: 12/19/04 11:14 pm ::: |
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rebkell wrote: |
If that's the case, then no problem, but the problem is the unknown part, if it's known by the people in the draft, then it's really not a problem, but if they aren't aware of why she isn't playing ball for the first half of her senior season, then I'd consider it a risky pick at this point in time.
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Playing Becky at the point is riskier. If she's available, which I think is really unlikely, we have to pick her. We ought to pick her.
I can't stand Lil' Monster anymore.
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rebkell Site Admin
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Posted: 12/19/04 11:41 pm ::: |
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BCBG25 wrote: |
rebkell wrote: |
If that's the case, then no problem, but the problem is the unknown part, if it's known by the people in the draft, then it's really not a problem, but if they aren't aware of why she isn't playing ball for the first half of her senior season, then I'd consider it a risky pick at this point in time.
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Playing Becky at the point is riskier. If she's available, which I think is really unlikely, we have to pick her. We ought to pick her.
I can't stand Lil' Monster anymore. |
If she plays the 2nd half of the season, then she'll be back, and none of this discussion will even be relevant.
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BCBG25
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Posted: 12/19/04 11:53 pm ::: |
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Yes, Reb, the sun did that to me lol...Of course Cappie will be long gone when we pick.
I'm sunburnt, baby, no sunscreen can beat the mighty mighty Brazilian sun. Oh, it's summer again, I love it!
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Admiral_Needa
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rebkell Site Admin
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Posted: 12/20/04 8:59 am ::: |
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BCBG25 wrote: |
Yes, Reb, the sun did that to me lol...Of course Cappie will be long gone when we pick.
I'm sunburnt, baby, no sunscreen can beat the mighty mighty Brazilian sun. Oh, it's summer again, I love it! |
Isn't that wonderful, it's a sunny 15 degrees here in East Tennessee this morning.
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dtsnms
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rebkell Site Admin
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BBallFanCT729
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Keegan
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Posted: 12/20/04 11:52 pm ::: |
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BBallFanCT729 wrote: |
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Isn't that wonderful, it's a sunny 15 degrees here in East Tennessee this morning. |
I'll take your 15 degrees, and raise you 3 inches of snow and -9 with the wind chill! |
I'll take your 3 inches of snow and -9 wind chill and raise you 6 inches of snow, -12 with the windchill, and 3 hours with no power . |
Hmmm should I mention our 100 degree heat? |
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dtsnms
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