Comments on: Hawaii women’s basketball: Unfinished business as 2019-20 full practices begin https://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/court-sense/hawaii-womens-basketball-unfinished-business-as-2019-20-full-practices-begin/ Fri, 27 Sep 2019 03:19:40 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 By: Matt https://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/court-sense/hawaii-womens-basketball-unfinished-business-as-2019-20-full-practices-begin/#comment-2704133 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 03:19:40 +0000 http://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/?p=51244#comment-2704133 Well, with last year, being the end of Morgan Bertsch and Channon Fluker, it’s not safe to say that we’re out of the clear. CSUN head coach Jason Flowers probably will have some tricks up his sleeve with the Matador squad, and Hawaii’s been snared most of the time with CSUN. UC Davis does have a 6’5″ freshman and a 6’6″ transfer (Whom in which I would imagine is redshirting due to NCAA rules), but could be a problem if they don’t play their cards right.
On the surface, this does seem like a weird situation for Coach B to put herself in for the 2019-20 season, especially because last season, they hit a couple rough patches, including losing Woodfolk late in the season, but the only concern would be who could make up the numbers Woodfolk left behind?
Middap could be a good reliable source, but the concern would be her consistency. She and Atwell have been both hot and cold last year, and they need someone who can be consistent with scoring. Each of the games in the BWC, it’s been one person here and the next person there. The other thing that is of concern is Tago. She’s been in and out of the lineup due to a sore shoulder. You wonder how healthy is her shoulder up until now. Of course, with Reier back, it’s up to her to see if she can be a leader for the team as the PG. One thing I will say is that Joseph’s had her share of bumps, but I’m wanting to see her take more chances attacking the paint. She has that kind of capability to do so, sort of James Harden-esque, if you will. She’s not afraid to challenge tall players despite her stature at 5’10” and will not be afraid to attack up close to get some points when the team needs it. Even with Jadynn Alexander, her demeanor is what attracts my attention. She makes hustle plays when the team needs it when not giving up a possession. I’m curious to see if she, like Joseph, can attack the bucket for points. She did have her highlights, and knowing her, the team could rely on her when wanting to make a hustle play or two. Of course, now with the addition of Rangel, guess now they can create a revolving door for Rewers to be a backup post to bring in terms of size. Neubert for me, probably will the X-Factor. She’s 6’1″, but can she bring the toughness that Woodfolk left behind? That’s what this comes down to.
This is not only about the next woman up, but it’s about to see if they can play a complete 4 quarters of basketball to win. That’s what I think this season will come down to. Hopefully, they can break the losing season streak that they’ve gone through because it’s been 3 seasons that this has been the case (Despite last year winning 2nd in the conference and making it to the WNIT). They know they have the fire to do so, and now is the time to see how much of an impact they will bring into the 2019-20 season. Go get em, girls!

]]> By: Kahuna https://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/court-sense/hawaii-womens-basketball-unfinished-business-as-2019-20-full-practices-begin/#comment-2704114 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:45:25 +0000 http://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/?p=51244#comment-2704114 I’m still concern that the team is quite undersized at some positions. Forwards are 5-9 or 5-10. Our post players are not agile enough. Big and strong but not fleet of foot.

I hope this team has basketball smarts, play well as a team and can shoot lights out.

We definitely missed McKenna as she has size, athleticism and hops. She is somebody that can go and get the ball. Hoping Kasey can be that player.

Wish the ladies good luck. I will be at the SSC supporting them 100%.

]]> By: Brian McInnis https://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/court-sense/hawaii-womens-basketball-unfinished-business-as-2019-20-full-practices-begin/#comment-2704112 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:17:55 +0000 http://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/?p=51244#comment-2704112 In reply to H-Man.

One of the most, but yes. They feel like they’ve covered a lot of bases/needs with the group they brought in.

]]> By: H-Man https://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/court-sense/hawaii-womens-basketball-unfinished-business-as-2019-20-full-practices-begin/#comment-2704100 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:50:22 +0000 http://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/?p=51244#comment-2704100 Stated in the article Laura Beeman has brought in the “most comprehensive recruiting class” in her eight years. Don’t know what it means, but maybe they can do what the first-year Wahine volleyball team have done – be a team ready to return at the top in the Big West.

]]> By: Warrior Lifer https://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/court-sense/hawaii-womens-basketball-unfinished-business-as-2019-20-full-practices-begin/#comment-2704098 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 09:03:54 +0000 http://www.hawaiiwarriorworld.com/?p=51244#comment-2704098 That’s the type of underdog, chip-on-the-shoulder type mindset I wish the mens team had. Unfinished business is the theme for the season, so hopefully the Wahine can pull-through this year. Go bows!!!

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