WBB: General All-NCAA Thread - Not Team Cyclones Stuff

[CRcyclone6]

SC is just different. They don't really run and gun like iowa. I think iowa is soft and SC aggressive D will cause them problems. Of course if they throw in 16 3s like last night, anything can happen. I don't think SC would allow iowa to get many good, open looks.

 

[ISU40]

The difference with Iowa and SC is SC has a line change that is equally as good as their first string. They have fouls to give and as said before, the refs can't call them all. They will wear Iowa down slowly and then keep hitting them down low. Monika cannot stop two bigs at once and Warnock is their next option of the starters.

 

[CycloneRulzzz]

If SC survives tonight and can get Iowa in foul trouble like Maryland tonight Iowa will be deep trouble.

 

[Ms3r4ISU]

If SC survives tonight and can get Iowa in foul trouble like Maryland tonight Iowa will be deep trouble.

They certainly seem to be determined to get rebounds. Maryland has no composure right now and SC is looking good.

 

[CycloneRulzzz]

Other teams have huge team celebrations before the handshake line and SC acts like it's just another game.

 

[BigJCy]

Other teams have huge team celebrations before the handshake line and SC acts like it's just another game.

That's the difference in mindset of a team whose goal is to get to the Final 4 and the one that Carolina has of winning the Final 4.

 

[acoustimac]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a team rebound like SC. They were just unstoppable. And as someone else posted…they just kept coming at Maryland. And Lordy…that height….wow. The Iowa matchup will be the impenetrable defense v the unstoppable offense.

 

[CycloneRulzzz]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a team rebound like SC. They were just unstoppable. And as someone else posted…they just kept coming at Maryland. And Lordy…that height….wow. The Iowa matchup will be the impenetrable defense v the unstoppable offense.

SC can adapt to any style of game. Sweet Sixteen against UCLA was a lower scoring grind it out game and tonight when a higher scoring game is needed they again adapt.

It's quite amazing to watch.

 

[CRcyclone6]

That's the difference in mindset of a team whose goal is to get to the Final 4 and the one that Carolina has of winning the Final 4.

And don't run and find the ball....

 

[BoxsterCy]

That's the difference in mindset of a team whose goal is to get to the Final 4 and the one that Carolina has of winning the Final 4.

Pretty easy to do if you are coming into the Final Four as the returning champs and heavy favorite to win it again. The whole "act like you've been there before" is easier if you have indeed actually been there before!

 

[67CY]

SC can adapt to any style of game. Sweet Sixteen against UCLA was a lower scoring grind it out game and tonight when a higher scoring game is needed they again adapt.

It's quite amazing to watch.

CC, Lisa and the sqwaks will set a record for whining and ******** Fri

 

[ForbinsAscynt]

I watched the last 2 hawk games to see what the hype was about. I found it entertaining enough. I’ll probably watch the next one but I find Clark extremely annoying. Constantly yelling at her teammates is off putting. Lebron does the same so could just be a common trait among the greats but I’ve never been a bron fan either.

 

[WartburgClone]

Iowa is going to win a title folks. They are a lot better than this South Carolina and Maryland team I’m watching.

Iowa has just put on a clinic lately. They are VERY good.

This is why CF needs a vomit reaction.

 

[casey1973]

I am not a fan of Dawn Staley but on the short term I am....

 

[Three4Cy]

Iowa is going to win a title folks. They are a lot better than this South Carolina and Maryland team I’m watching.

Iowa has just put on a clinic lately. They are VERY good.

Seriously, did you watch the first quarter and then stop? South Carolina had 25 offensive rebounds, and Maryland had 26 total for the game. South Carolina plays at another level.

Iowa and Maryland play very similar styles, up-tempo, and not a lot of defense. South Carolina can easily play an up-tempo offense but can play lock-down defense. Iowa has not played anyone with the size South Carolina has. Did you watch Aliyah Boston stand straight up and block shot after shot, put the ball on the floor at the top of the key, and drive to the basket?

Iowa has to shoot lights out to win as they did on Sunday night.

 

[acoustimac]

Seriously, did you watch the first quarter and then stop? South Carolina had 25 offensive rebounds, and Maryland had 26 total for the game. South Carolina plays at another level.

Iowa and Maryland play very similar styles, up-tempo, and not a lot of defense. South Carolina can easily play an up-tempo offense but can play lock-down defense. Iowa has not played anyone with the size South Carolina has. Did you watch Aliyah Boston stand straight up and block shot after shot, put the ball on the floor at the top of the key, and drive to the basket?

Iowa has to shoot lights out to win as they did on Sunday night.

I agree. SC seems to be able to morph to meet whatever challenge is put before it. They have an incredibly deep bench with little drop off. I see the Iowa matchup as being the immovable object and the irresistible force. Going to be fun to watch.

The other game had one surprise for me…how easily VT chewed up OSU's press. That was impressive.

 

[Gonzo]

SC can adapt to any style of game. Sweet Sixteen against UCLA was a lower scoring grind it out game and tonight when a higher scoring game is needed they again adapt.

It's quite amazing to watch.

So basically they're Jean-Claude Van Damme in Bloodsport.

That sucks.

 

[farm85]

I agree. SC seems to be able to morph to meet whatever challenge is put before it. They have an incredibly deep bench with little drop off. I see the Iowa matchup as being the immovable object and the irresistible force. Going to be fun to watch.

The other game had one surprise for me…how easily VT chewed up OSU's press. That was impressive.

I loved the play of "Aussie" Georgia Amoore.from VT. She was barely able to stand up after she took a vicious hit to her chin. They were helping her into the tunnel & all of a sudden she is back on the bench & eager to return to the game. She was so fun to watch with her quickness/passing breaking the press.
Also has a good rapport with the coach. Numerous times (on her own terms), she went over to him during the game & had discussions.

Kitley is also a great plyer. Cool story about how Amoore stayed with Kitley's family for 4 months during covid. She didn't think she would be able to return to the US.

Wish that I had watched more VT games during the season. They are a humble group & fun to watch! Go Hokies!!

 

[Gonzo]

I loved the play of "Aussie" Georgia Amoore.from VT. She was barely able to stand up after she took a vicious hit to her chin. They were helping her into the tunnel & all of a sudden she is back on the bench & eager to return to the game. She was so fun to watch with her quickness/passing breaking the press.
Also has a good rapport with the coach. Numerous times (on her own terms), she went over to him during the game & had discussions.

Kitley is also a great plyer. Cool story about how Amoore stayed with Kitley's family for 4 months during covid. She didn't think she would be able to return to the US.

WIsh I could have watched more VT games during the season. They are a humble group & fun to watch! Go Hokies!!

Amoore was impressive against tOSU, good floor general, made some really sharp passes and clutch 3s.

 

[iahawks]

Iowa is going to have to be super hot from 3 and limit the turnovers to have a chance against South Carolina. They are very athletic, big and physical. Iowa is already not a great rebounding team and South Carolina is the best rebounding women's team I've ever seen. Its basketball so you always have a puncher's chance, but it will be a very tall order to knock off South Carolina.