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#1
Guys... relax!  It's one game.  We're early in season #1 of the Dernbach era.  Point is 2-2.

OK.

We'd like to be 4-0, but we aren't there yet.

I didn't watch a second of the game. But I can tell, from one number, that Wisconsin Lutheran dictated the pace and flow of that game - 86.

It's just one game, but it shows, at least in this one, that SP wasn't playing the type of defense that makes it difficult for other teams to score.

Another set of numbers - 13/25 - WLU shot really well. Part of that could be that they were getting (and making) open shots, which suggests that SP wasn't closing to shooters. But, also, sometimes you have "one of those nights."



Before you sell the farm, go back and listen to the first 1/4 of the Pointer Hoops Radio Show. http://rdo.to/WSPT

Listen to what Coach Dernbach is trying to build.  And listen specifically to HOW he's doing it. Motion offense and man-to-man defense. The Pointer way.

They aren't there yet. There will be some lumps, especially early.

But I'm reminded of something I heard Coach Dick Bennett say one time. In order to build a winning program, you have to start with guys that you can lose with.

Losing sucks. Nobody likes it. But it can be very character-forming and can build the right types of players that you need for long-term success.

SP stays on the road for the next few weeks. At Augustana next. They're 1-4 and lost last night to UWW, 93-79.
Then up to Superior (5-0) next Saturday, and off to Trine (4-0) the following Saturday.

I don't put a lot of stock in the Massey Ratings, but SP is an underdog at Augie, a 1-point favorite at Superior, and an underdog at Trine. Hopefully, they can come through this swing at least 2-1.

The spacing of these games, though, means several days of practice, more repetition, and more time to gather experience. Point should be better prepared and equipped to compete.
#2
Quote from: washingtonwiz99 on November 16, 2023, 10:54:25 PM
Quote from: badgerwarhawk on November 16, 2023, 10:20:06 AM
Carroll: 77
WARHAWKS: 86

The WARHAWKS started fast building a 24-8 lead after nine minutes had elapsed.  But Carroll got their act together and though the WARHAWKS maintained a double digit lead the Pioneers took advantage of some sloppy WARHAWKS play over the last minute to close to within six, 39-33 when the half ended.  The second half saw the WARHAWKS maintain a lead but the Pioneers hanging tight and closing to within a single point twice before the WARHAWKS made an 8-0 run with about seven minutes remaining to go up 74-65 and hold their biggest lead of the half.  The Pioneers would get to within three but were held off when the WARHAWKS went 10-10 from the free throw line over the closing minute.

Miles Barnstable led all scorers with 27 points while Trevon Chislom added 22 and James Kelly finished with a double-double 12 points and 10 rebounds.  Jameer Barker chipped in 10 points.  The WARHAWKS forced 17 Pioneer turnovers while committing just 8 themselves which resulted in a 24-10 scoring advantage off of them.

Next: Host Augustana on Tuesday 11/21

I am extremely interested to see UWW compete in the WIAC. I believe they have the most talent but don't think they will finish #1.

My question is... With the only team ranked higher than the Warhawks losing twice (albeit to ranked teams), will the Warhawks rise to #1 in the next poll?
#3
I came across a podcast yesterday that some in this room might find interesting.

Former CUC coach, Steve Kollar, was interviewed on the Hoop Heads podcast:

https://hoopheadspod.com/steve-kollar-former-head-mens-basketball-coach-at-concordia-university-chicago-episode-866/

He talks about the incidents that led to CUC forfeiting multiple games and ultimately to the cancelation of the season and his dismissal.

I'm definitely a biased observer - I played high school basketball with Steve. I hope he gets another opportunity to lead another program!
#4
Quote from: tomt4525 on November 06, 2023, 09:36:25 PM
https://921wpcn.com/instant-replay/

It should eventually get put on the instant replay page of the radio station, when that happens is anyone's guess though.

The Instant Replay is up now.
#5
Quote from: tomt4525 on October 25, 2023, 10:44:51 AM
Quote from: washingtonwiz99 on October 25, 2023, 10:03:08 AM
Quote from: tomt4525 on October 25, 2023, 09:50:30 AM
Coach Dernbach was on the radio this morning.  The most interesting discussion I thought centered around having JV games this year.  I don't know if that's normal but it's certainly good for the players who aren't seeing regular time in the games.  There are 25 players on the roster right now, easily can fill a JV team and get them some minutes with the size of that roster.  Coach also mentioned the fact that not everyone will dress or travel on game days because of it.

In the context of the conversation, it didn't seem to mean anything...but newcomers specifically mentioned included Josiah Butler, Seth Miron, Cal Krohn and Malik Abdul-Wahid.
Pretty sure all levels of D3 are now doing JV games. Helps enrollment and development.

That may be true, but I have listened to most UWSP radio shows for years now....and not once has there been mention of having JV games.  So...that was interesting to me and definitely a positive development for having such a large roster.

Gosh, I would have loved to play a JV schedule!
#6
Quote from: The Dean on August 15, 2023, 04:02:18 PM
Sounds like changes are in the works for the Quandt Fieldhouse.  As in a somewhat remodeled space.  Short term, appears this season fans can expect an opportunity for a special ticket area that includes premium food and drink . . . stay tuned.  Sounds like a great idea as our local universities compete for their fan's attention and support!!

Sounds interesting! Did you see a post somewhere or an article about this? I hadn't heard that yet.
#7
Quote from: Greek Tragedy on August 14, 2023, 06:22:50 PM
Stout takes Eau Claires's spot and goes to Oshkosh's BSN Winter Classic at the Oshkosh Arena.

Someone wrote a while back that the Oshkosh Arena was shut down (for reasons I can't recall...). Any resolution on that?  Or maybe they'll just play in the parking lot?
#8
https://921wpcn.com/instant-replay/

This morning's interview between Scott Krueger and Kent Dernbach can be found here.
#9
In an official visit, programs can pay for meals, tickets to games, even give spending money for other entertainment.

https://ncaaorg.s3.amazonaws.com/committees/d3/legs_interp/Feb2021D3ILC_OfficialUnofficialVisitRecruitingSurvey.pdf

I found this survey (not just basketball) that asked d3 institutions which of the "official visit" offerings they it's and which they wanted to have changed. I found it interesting.

In short, especially for d3 programs who are competing against d2 organs for players, these extra "official visit" perks help make a player feel like they are a top recruit, target than just someone visiting the university.

https://www.ncsasports.org/ncaa-eligibility-center/recruiting-rules/official-visits
#10
Quote from: washingtonwiz99 on April 29, 2023, 08:14:27 PM
Quote from: ShineTime on April 29, 2023, 07:15:00 PM
I'm probably in the minority but I felt the Pointer squad that didn't win a conference game two years ago showed a lot of fight/heart on the floor for the most part and let's remember the WIAC top to bottom is top 3 overall D3 conference where the last place team could win several conferences in the nation. Typically if players dislike a coach it really shows with amount of effort you see and most every kid on that team left it all out on the floor. Now is going winless unacceptable per Pointer standards absolutely but they were winless due to extreme lack of talent not because of Semling.
After Dernbach left for UWL it's not a coincidence that the Pointer program went in the opposite direction each year. Lack of talent also has to do with recruiting. Head coaches are responsible for that.

And it's pretty darn difficult to recruit with the sanctions imposed by the NCAA
#11
Quote from: Greek Tragedy on April 28, 2023, 07:22:40 PM
"...and for 6 straight years being the assistant coach under Bob Semling..."

That's the only mention of Semling. Ouch. The old Hot n Now drive thru restaurant (where I once worked) got more mention than a coach that won 325+ games and two National Championships.

I mean, if they didn't say it when he was fired, I'm not sure why they would say it when his replacement is hired...
#12
While not live-streamed, the video is now posted on the (edited) "announcement will be made Friday" post:

https://athletics.uwsp.edu/news/2023/4/27/mens-basketball-kent-dernbach-named-uwsp-head-mens-basketball-coach-press-conference-friday.aspx

I know it's edited because the first line says: A public introduction and press conference will be held on Friday (April 28) in Marshfield Clinic Champions Hall Room 146 at 11:00 a.m. Parking regulations should be adhered to on campus as classes will be in session.

I'm just watching now, so I may come back with more comments afterwards...
#13
While I'm still not happy about the decision to let Coach Semling go (and even more unhappy with the WAY that it was done), I think this is the right move for the program.  Congrats to Coach Dernbach!

When Kent's name was in the mix for the UWSP job, I found this podcast that he did last summer.

https://hoopheadspod.com/kent-dernbach---university-of-wisconsin-la-crosse-mens-basketball-head-coach---episode-650/

It talks a lot about how he got to where he is now (well, how he got to where he was, then)... and it made me think that the Point job is one that he would accept if offered. Worth the listen IMO.

#14
Quote from: tomt4525 on April 18, 2023, 08:48:17 PM
Quote from: John Gleich on April 18, 2023, 07:22:07 PM
Quote from: tomt4525 on April 18, 2023, 06:50:08 PM
Quote from: cubs on April 18, 2023, 06:20:34 PM
Guess I could've just put it on Twitter, have Miller take the information and create his own tweet (like he's done in the past in lieu of using the retweet function) and then you'd have your "reputable source."

If you say so...why don't you tell us why you're a reputable source?  I haven't seen names posted anywhere other than your post on here, nothing from UWSP...which is odd.

I don't find it odd at all.

I mean... if it IS the three guys that cubs posted, then they're all employed elsewhere... and I assume they would like to continue to be if they aren't making a move to Central Wisconsin.

If there isn't anything in writing, then there isn't anything for a future recruit to see and make a different move, etc.

I take it you didn't listen to Duckworth's interview on March 30th(I believe that was the date).  Duckworth said it himself in that interview, once they get down to 3 or 4 finalists they would be bringing the finalists to campus and couldn't hide it anymore.  Well, they are bringing the finalists to campus and still hiding them. So, to me that is odd.

Yes, I did listen to the interview.  And just listened to the key section again.

Mr. Duckworth said that, once the community forums began, the identity would be known... but, he didn't say that UWSP would be openly announcing who the candidates were.

By the way, he also said that after stage 1, there would *probably* be a stage 2... getting from 90, down to 10 to 20... and zoom interviews. But that was almost 3 weeks ago, and based on the timing of what has happened, it doesn't seem like this is exactly how it went.

He did say that once they get to 3-5 to come on campus, they "certainly will make public" the people who will be coming to campus.

However, that hasn't happened in writing... but it has happened for anyone who has gone to the forums.

I couldn't find the section where he specifically talks about some of the rules related to UWSP being a public university... and public posting of certain information. But I think that REALLY only matters for the candidate who the offer is extended to.
#15
Quote from: tomt4525 on April 18, 2023, 06:50:08 PM
Quote from: cubs on April 18, 2023, 06:20:34 PM
Guess I could've just put it on Twitter, have Miller take the information and create his own tweet (like he's done in the past in lieu of using the retweet function) and then you'd have your "reputable source."

If you say so...why don't you tell us why you're a reputable source?  I haven't seen names posted anywhere other than your post on here, nothing from UWSP...which is odd.

I don't find it odd at all.

I mean... if it IS the three guys that cubs posted, then they're all employed elsewhere... and I assume they would like to continue to be if they aren't making a move to Central Wisconsin.

If there isn't anything in writing, then there isn't anything for a future recruit to see and make a different move, etc.