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Well, my next blog will have the results of the UConn/Tennessee game. Crazy. I was going to have dinner with friends and now they want to watch the game. So I guess I'll be watching it live instead of watching the recording of the game later. I hope my heart can take it!!!
Enjoy the pregame videos!!
At this point all I can say is GO HUSKIES!!
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No. 2 Baylor was pushed to the limit by TCU on the Horned Frogs home court, losing by one point going into the fourth quarter. But the Bears were able to push ahead and hold on to the lead by hitting their free throws to win the game 66-57.
I'd like to point out that Baylor only went 6 deep in this game with the starters playing 40, 39, 38, 31 and 22 minutes with a player with 22 minutes off the bench. Like I said, depth is overrated.
No. 25 West Virginia can say goodbye to the Top 25 after being upset by Oklahoma State 57-55.
The Mountaineers were as high as No. 17 just a week ago, but they have now lost their third straight game. They first got hammered by Oklahoma by 24, then by Baylor by 40 before losing to OSU. Can they get it back together before the Big 12 tournament in 6 weeks? Time will tell.
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A UConn fan posted his thoughts on 2021 recruit and future Husky Saylor Poffenbarger.
Her (unofficial stats):
21 points (7-14 inside the arc, 2-6 outside the arc, 1-2 from the line).
23 rebounds!
6 assists (should have been more, but teammates missed shots or mishandled the ball)
6 steals
0 blocks (but several shots altered and 1 foul called on a clean block)
2 turnovers (maybe 1 was given to her teammate on a pass)
2 fouls (1 noted above)
30 minutes played (of 32—short breaks late in Q2 and Q3).
Some interesting plays:
She won the opening tip (the opponent started no one over about 5’9” but did have a decent 6’1” reserve, who played a fair amount).
On the first possession of the game, Saylor got the ball with 2 seconds left on the shot clock, took one dribble, and swished a step-back 3-pointer from 24’. It had to be demoralizing to the opponent.
She made a nice touch pass.
She just missed an alley-oop basket on an inbound pass (it was strong and bounced off the back rim).
On one play, she drove into the lane and was tripped, went to the floor, and passed the ball while on the floor out to a teammate for an assist.
21 points (7-14 inside the arc, 2-6 outside the arc, 1-2 from the line).
23 rebounds!
6 assists (should have been more, but teammates missed shots or mishandled the ball)
6 steals
0 blocks (but several shots altered and 1 foul called on a clean block)
2 turnovers (maybe 1 was given to her teammate on a pass)
2 fouls (1 noted above)
30 minutes played (of 32—short breaks late in Q2 and Q3).
Some interesting plays:
She won the opening tip (the opponent started no one over about 5’9” but did have a decent 6’1” reserve, who played a fair amount).
On the first possession of the game, Saylor got the ball with 2 seconds left on the shot clock, took one dribble, and swished a step-back 3-pointer from 24’. It had to be demoralizing to the opponent.
She made a nice touch pass.
She just missed an alley-oop basket on an inbound pass (it was strong and bounced off the back rim).
On one play, she drove into the lane and was tripped, went to the floor, and passed the ball while on the floor out to a teammate for an assist.
Saylor plays hard and was active.
She is the personification of versatility.
She really goes after rebounds. She uses her length, jumping ability, anticipation, and aggressiveness. She amassed 23 boards, not because the other team was small, but because she has a nose for the ball.
She seems to have court savvy and great anticipation and makes good decisions.
She runs like Sveta!
She shoots from Crystal Dangerfield territory—24.’ That shot is unguardable.
She is a good ball-handler and often brings it up court.
She is a willing and capable passer. She easily threw several 40-50’ chest passes on fast breaks and has the overhead crosscourt pass that Megan often uses (Meg snaps it a little harder).
She doesn’t force shots (maybe 1 or 2 under the hoop in traffic).
On defense, she challenges shots.
She sets good screens.
She is a team player.
She is a threat to post a triple-double.
Saylor is a legit 6’2” with strong legs and decent strength. She needs to add some bulk in her shoulders and arms, but remember that she is only in 11th grade. She has good athleticism and reminds me a little of (a stronger) Ann Strother and a little of Sveta. It is obvious why the UConn staff like her. She seems to do everything well. What is she best at? Tonight, it appeared to be rebounding, but nothing was deficient.
She is the personification of versatility.
She really goes after rebounds. She uses her length, jumping ability, anticipation, and aggressiveness. She amassed 23 boards, not because the other team was small, but because she has a nose for the ball.
She seems to have court savvy and great anticipation and makes good decisions.
She runs like Sveta!
She shoots from Crystal Dangerfield territory—24.’ That shot is unguardable.
She is a good ball-handler and often brings it up court.
She is a willing and capable passer. She easily threw several 40-50’ chest passes on fast breaks and has the overhead crosscourt pass that Megan often uses (Meg snaps it a little harder).
She doesn’t force shots (maybe 1 or 2 under the hoop in traffic).
On defense, she challenges shots.
She sets good screens.
She is a team player.
She is a threat to post a triple-double.
Saylor is a legit 6’2” with strong legs and decent strength. She needs to add some bulk in her shoulders and arms, but remember that she is only in 11th grade. She has good athleticism and reminds me a little of (a stronger) Ann Strother and a little of Sveta. It is obvious why the UConn staff like her. She seems to do everything well. What is she best at? Tonight, it appeared to be rebounding, but nothing was deficient.
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What look at the future would be complete without a look at Paige Bueckers???
— WSLAM (@wslam) January 18, 2020
And her partner in crime Azzi Fudd???
#35 Azzi Fudd attackes the basket and finishes for 2 pic.twitter.com/z3cSYhtlqD— SJC Girls BBall 🏀 (@SJCHSBBALL) January 22, 2020
And with Geno watching
Here is a great article on this game.
Hopkins hold off Lake Conference foe Wayzata to keep perfect season in tact
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By David in Naples!!!!
Crystal Dangerfield leads the Huskies in assists with 61. Last season she led the team with 225 in 38 games. Although there is lots of the season still to play, that is the difference between having Napheesa and Lou to pass to & not having them on the court. Two years ago, Crystal was #2 on the team in assists with 142. As a result, Dangerfield is now 9th all-time in UConn career assists. 7th place is just 5 assists away. Sue Bird and 5th place are just 44 assists away.
Crystal is also moving up the scoring all-time list with 1,268 points. That is good for 39th place. Sue Bird and 35th place is just 110 points away. Moriah Jefferson is reachable for Crystal with just 256 more points. At 15 points per game, that would happen in 17-18 games. MoJeff is in 26th place and cracking the top 25 is definitely possible. Her career has been fabulous and All-American recognition is deserved..!!
Go Huskies..!!
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UCONN LINKS
Husky Dominance has not been forgotten
The Legacy of Geno Auriemma
UConn vs Tennessee Rivalry Renewed
After 13 years, great rivals meet again
Lady Vols vs Huskies: Five defining moments
Maya Moore to sit out second straight WNBA season
The UConn-Tennessee rivalry started with a phone call from ESPN
No. 2 Baylor 66 TCU 57
No. 25 West Virginia 55 Oklahoma State 57
No. 25 West Virginia 55 Oklahoma State 57
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