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Post by grayman on May 28, 2024 17:51:58 GMT -8
They want a shot at playing in a power conference. They don't want to play in the WCC. Nor did the basketball players that hit the portal. It's as simple as that. Where they actually wind up, who knows? I'm guessing that at least some (maybe most) of them will attain their power conference goals. The others might decide to return. Or not. TVO said that the conference wasn't a reason in her latest offering. A. I think it was among the reasons for her to leave but she definitely (says she) had other reasons (boyfriend at USC, grad school, wanting a change, etc.). And I also don't believe players always feel free to tell the whole story to a reporter. B. I think her mind was already made up long before the team got together to discuss the future. C. Seven of the eight WBB players that portaled out are already headed to power conference schools. D. IMO, it's no coincidence that these teams that are all losing a ton of players to the portal are scheduled to drop from the Pac-12 to the WCC.
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Post by ftd on May 28, 2024 18:51:32 GMT -8
Now here’s how you announce you’re going into the portal Here is how you answer ....
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Post by ftd on May 28, 2024 18:52:56 GMT -8
Next sport up.....is......
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Post by Henry Skrimshander on May 28, 2024 19:19:48 GMT -8
They want a shot at playing in a power conference. They don't want to play in the WCC. Nor did the basketball players that hit the portal. It's as simple as that. Where they actually wind up, who knows? I'm guessing that at least some (maybe most) of them will attain their power conference goals. The others might decide to return. Or not. They couldn't hit on a bad team in the Pac-12. Good luck finding that next spot.
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Post by grayman on May 28, 2024 20:09:24 GMT -8
They want a shot at playing in a power conference. They don't want to play in the WCC. Nor did the basketball players that hit the portal. It's as simple as that. Where they actually wind up, who knows? I'm guessing that at least some (maybe most) of them will attain their power conference goals. The others might decide to return. Or not. They couldn't hit on a bad team in the Pac-12. Good luck finding that next spot. I don't really disagree, but we all talked about how the women's basketball players most likely would have a good shot at another deep run in the NCAA tournament if they stayed and played in the WCC. But they chose not to. Looks to me that the softball team players are making their choice as well
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Post by collegiate on May 28, 2024 21:27:39 GMT -8
It’s hard to fathom where they’re all going to land. If it’s a former PAC-12 school, they run the risk of riding the bench almost as much as they’re riding on a plane or bus.
But seriously, I suspect a fair number of these young ladies are making a mistake. Disappointing.
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Post by gnawitall on May 29, 2024 6:30:59 GMT -8
So far three solid players haven't entered. Pitchers Logun Hulon and Ellie Garcia and top hitter Lici Campbell. I hope they stay. That's a good group to build around.
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Post by ochobeavo on May 29, 2024 7:24:02 GMT -8
One of the players on the list went 1-17 with 10 K's. I see a .167 hitter, a .210 hitter, .185, .222. that's... something.
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Post by oldbeav on May 29, 2024 9:15:35 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth:
People need to
The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it.
… the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season.
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Post by gnawitall on May 29, 2024 9:19:08 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth: People need to The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it. … the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season. wow, if true I wonder if Berg had any idea. If she didn't, that's problematic I'd think.
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Post by Henry Skrimshander on May 29, 2024 9:50:31 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth: People need to The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it. … the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season. Reading his bio, he seems pretty accomplished. But he's also held a number of jobs for short periods of time. Maybe his style rubs people the wrong way. Interesting the best hitter is staying, while the Mendoza line crew is bailing.
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Post by gnawitall on May 29, 2024 9:51:51 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth: People need to The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it. … the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season. Reading his bio, he seems pretty accomplished. But he's also held a number of jobs for short periods of time. Maybe his style rubs people the wrong way. Interesting the best hitter is staying, while the Mendoza line crew is bailing. very well put 😄
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Post by TheGlove on May 29, 2024 13:25:20 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth: People need to The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it. … the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season. This coach?
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Post by gnawitall on May 29, 2024 14:06:09 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth: People need to The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it. … the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season. This coach? Does he sport an S on his chest? 😄 Does sound very accomplished. I don't remember the ducks winning a league title other than softball but the piece didn't specify the sport. His kids must have lots of luggage.
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Post by ftd on May 29, 2024 14:35:12 GMT -8
This was posted on a Facebook page, for what it’s worth: People need to The reason why most of the softball team left has to do with a recent coaching hire. Those that left did not like the new assistant coach. Since he is staying they decided they weren’t. “Lack of player coach connection” is how one decided to put it. … the older sister of one of my daughter’s travel teammates was direct with me. The WCC played a role, but the ones who entered the portal were all leaning that way before the WCC announcement. Some made their mind up at the first practice, but weren’t going to give up before the start of the season. Good luck in the real world...
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