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#1
Region 10 women's basketball / Re: Northwest Conference
January 29, 2010, 10:44:12 PM
Good job BruOnes!  You will be moving up in the national poll (D3Hoops) since both #6 Scranton and #3 Wash U lost this week.  If you can guard against an over-confident let down and avoid injuries you will be in great shape heading into the tourney.
#2
Region 10 women's basketball / Re: Northwest Conference
January 03, 2010, 04:00:20 AM
Another clasic Bruin/Logger battle tonight.  Nothing is easy in this conference but the Bruins passed their first big test.  UPS is a strong contender and these two teams will probably face each other three more times this year.  Too bad more people don't see these games.  They are always nail-biters.
#3
Region 10 women's basketball / Re: Northwest Conference
December 09, 2009, 02:31:38 PM
I don't think TO's are going to be the main problem for Fox.  However, if they are going to live with the 3pt shot, they are also going to die with it.  They were 9 for 47 (19%) from behind the arc in their 2 losses.  Shooters naturally run hot and cold and the farther you play for the rim the more chance you have to let a bad shooting performance lead to a loss.  The good news is they still have Hannah Munger inside (44% in those two losses & 51% overall) and if they will find ways to get her the ball (most importantly, though, it has to be at the right place at the right time) they will be able to score whenever they need to.  Also, the more floor time she gets the better she will get (at this point only 19 min a game).  If it were me, I'd be working very hard to establish that inside game first with a two post offense. When the defense collapses on her (which they will) drop it to the other post or kick it out for a 3.  They have some strong outside shooters but I would keep that weapon in check until it's time to finish 'em off.
#4
Region 10 women's basketball / Re: Northwest Conference
November 18, 2009, 02:02:35 AM
Quote from: Laserty on November 17, 2009, 05:52:50 PM
I'm really interested where Sage Indendi went. just curious after seeing her at the final four last year. She could definitely play D1... anybody know?

I'm pretty sure she's not playing anywhere.  I could be wrong about that but that's what I heard earlier in the fall.  It's too bad for her fans because she was a gifted player in many respects.  But being good at something doesn't mean you love it or are willing to put up with the whole package.  Maybe a year away will change her mind... or just give her some idea of what she does love.
#5
Region 10 women's basketball / Re: Northwest Conference
November 11, 2009, 08:33:37 PM
Quote from: northernstar on October 28, 2009, 08:52:29 AM
It would appear to me that George Fox will still be a very good basketball team, but it will be difficult to overcome at the very least, the loss of two of your top three players, if not your top two players.  I haven't seen the tall freshman play, so I cannot comment on how she will fill that void.  Height doesn't always equate to skill in this sport. 

George Fox will still be a strong club, in spite of those losses, but I do agree that I think they have lost more than B Hoops may be aware.

I've seen the Bruins once this year... in an alumni game... and while it's too early to be certain, I'd say any team facing this group is going to have their hands full.  I think quite possibly this could be their strongest team in the last seven years (all of which I've witnessed).  They are tall (let me just say that their 6'5" frosh is not just tall, she's definitely a player, an athlete, a developing talent that may dominate the NWC for the next 4 years).  They are a fast group, and quick (from top to bottom).  They are intense (one scrimmage doesn't make a season but if they stay as hungry as they looked the other night... look out!).  They shot the ball well (inside and out, with multiple players and combinations contributing.)  They played strong defensively... as Coach Rueck's teams always do (there were long stretches in which the alumni struggled to even get a shot to the rim and these alumni are good and competitive players who still play the game).  Their sophomores now look well seasoned (a championship does that for you). The team as a whole clearly looked further along to me at this point than the '09 team did during last year's alumni game.  All in all I saw another championship quality team in the making. 

They have some big tests coming up with a scrimmage against a perennial Div 2 power, Seattle Pacific, and an early game against Lewis and Clark State College, an NAIA Div I team.  We'll see how it all pans out but I believe Bruin fans (and D3 fans everywhere) will be impressed when they get a chance to see this team in action.
#6
Region 10 women's basketball / Re: Catdomehoops.com
December 31, 2007, 05:41:21 PM
Quote from: wildcat11 on December 31, 2007, 02:04:29 PM
Catdomealumni.com is proud to announce the launch of our sister site that follows the Linfield women hoopsters:  Catdomehoops.com!

Catdomehoops.com

Catdomehoops.com features a blog that palyers will contribute to, a highlight video vault, and other information on the Linfield women's program.

Go 'Cats!

Nice job WC!  Good luck to you.
#7
Quote from: LoggerBall on March 06, 2007, 06:24:30 PM
In response to Swiss... don't start getting off on the rest of us about bad-mouthing players, you rode UPS posts after the first two losses constantly. I do recall there was a lot about how unstoppable the 33 and 40 were and how our little 5'8" couldn't do anything to stop them, ...

What do you do LB, just make up stuff as you go along?

You really don't get it, do you?
#8
Quote from: wildcat11 on March 06, 2007, 01:13:39 PM
Quote from: swiss on March 05, 2007, 11:28:34 PM
I know enough about athletes to know that generally it is not ex players who take those kind of cheap shots at other players.  Most athletes are well aware of how difficult and how much sacrifice it takes to excel at a sport to disrespect another's efforts.
Swiss you would think that would be the case but I guess some athletes don't carry that respect.

Wildcat... It's really unfortunate that kind of thing occurs.  I suppose my broader point is that happens because people feel inadequate rather than adequate.  Dedicated people tend to recognize and value dedication in others while wounded people often go out of their way to wound others.
#9
Quote from: hoopnut on March 05, 2007, 11:48:09 PM
Swiss,

So, where is this attack of which you so strongly protest? 

Go back and read the thread. It's pretty obvious.  LoggerBall had two different negative or provocative posts about Hubka over the weekend and a thinly veiled one regarding Behary.  Most of my ire was directed at LB.  I inadvertently included you in my response to what I thought were his classless comments about specific players.  You have my apology for that.  What I said about the Loggers as a team still stands.  They were a worthy opponent and I'd love to see them bring home a championship. 

#10
Quote from: Pat Coleman on March 05, 2007, 09:35:45 PM
Quote from: swiss on March 05, 2007, 04:26:22 PM
You don't play and I doubt that you could anyway. 

This kind of things really bugs me. Are only former players allowed to have an opinion? Could get awful quiet around here.

The issue is one of offering credible or constructive comments.  If I took unprovoked or sarcastic pot shots at you as an editor you'd have every reason to question the basis of my opinion.  I know enough about athletes to know that generally it is not ex players who take those kind of cheap shots at other players.  Most athletes are well aware of how difficult and how much sacrifice it takes to excel at a sport to disrespect another's efforts.  Boo all you want at the games, I doubt that they will hear or care.  But when someone makes a needlessly sarcastic or destructive claim in print he (or she) is open to a counter "opinion," right?  I made mine.
#11
Nice job gloating Hoopnut and Loggerball!  Gee, and I was going to say something nice about your team.  Maybe I will anyway but:  First, you both are an embarrassment.  Lay off our players unless you have something worthwhile or meaningful to say.  You don't play and I doubt that you could anyway. 

Second, the Bruins were picked to finish fourth in the conference and somehow found a way to beat the Loggers three times, tie for the conference championship, win the conference tourney and dominate their first round game in the national tourney.  A three point win in game four hardly gives you bragging rights. 

Third, you both are seeming a little defensive about the refereeing.  With good reason.  I can imagine you thought it was a "great crew" Hoopnut.  Maybe in the next game we could get an ex Bruin player to head the officiating crew and see how the results turn out.  9 fouls to 1 in the second half.  Really?  What was it, 8 to 10 traveling calls when we haven't had more than 1 or 2 at the most in a game in the last three years.  Especially relevant to call our PG for traveling with 1:30 to go in the game when she is starting her dribble 30 feet from the basket.  That crew should be embarrased for even calling themselves referees, much less professionals.  The fact that they were led by a former UPS player is a travesty beyond words.

Fourth, if by "holding" Katy and Mel below their scoring averages you mean "HOLDING" them, I suppose I would agree.  It was a battle under the boards and could have been a good one if judged with equinimity.  But that really wasn't the case, was it?  Might have something to do with the change in your team's fortune this time.

Even so... I do want to congratulate your players.  They played with a lot of heart in a tough environment and came out on top.  Unlike you two bozos, they or your coach didn't seem to gloat.   Instead, they acted with class.  (Your "class" is only half full and it's the last half.)  Perhaps they knew they had some good fortune come their way.  This game had lots of drama, lots of emotion and was everything NWC basketball is meant to be... well, almost. 

For the sake of your players I hope they take it to HP with the same energy and heart, and make the NWC proud.  As for the Bruins... it was a great ride!  Thanks for the memories.  On to next year.
#12
Region 9 women's basketball / Re: MIAC
March 03, 2007, 04:44:20 PM
If any Gustie or MIAC fans want to see some photos of last night's GFU v GAC game, you can go to:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/psyhub to see about 100 shots that are in my photo stream.  Click on the GFU v GAC set on the right side of the page.

Obviously, these photos are focused on Bruin players and fans but I included some Gustie players and coaches both directly and indirectly.  Feel free to make comments, mark favorites, or make prints (either on your own printer or at Target which is linked to Flickr).
#13
LoggerBall... Your fans didn't seem so cocky last night with just over 3 minutes to go and your fifteen point lead had dissoved to four.  I thought I saw a number of Loggers sucking air.  Thank goodness for media timeouts!  Seemed to me like you were having flashbacks of last weekend when you couldn't hold the lead.  There were a lot of worried looks on your side of the court.

You also probably ought to take a look at the stats before you actually start commenting on the Bruins.  Your memory is failing.  Hubka nailed her first three and only took five, one was a desperation shot as the shot-clock was running out. 

I'm not sure how a "solid game" against a team from a "really bad division" that gave your fans acid stomach  translates into cockiness about tonight but have at it.  These games are decided by the players, not the fans. Let's hope for a strong and fair game for everyone tonight.  We'll let the scoreboard tell us who gets to represent the NWC in the next round.
#14
Region 9 women's basketball / Re: MIAC
March 03, 2007, 12:11:13 PM
You Gustie fans can be proud of your team last night.  They played well, and with class, in spite of the outcome.  The Bruins came out as focused and intense as they have been all season with our captains (Taylor and Campbell) leading the way.  But Monahan and Vadnais were both impressive players and no one on your team needs to apologize for their performance.  I know it's disappointing but I hope the experience in Oregon is something your team can build on for next year.  Maybe we'll catch you again somewhere down the road.
#15
Quote from: dballa on March 01, 2007, 04:14:22 PM
I don't know how much inspiration they can get from Portland vs Charlotte :) but it should be a fun experience for them where they can bond, relax and enjoy the night before the tournament starts up.

I think maybe y'all need to take back what you said about the Blazers.  Ask your players how much fun they had at the game with 15,000 other fans watching Portland whip up on Charlotte 127 to 90.  They would have even won a free Chalupa because the Blazers hit 100 points in the third quarter.