Does anyone know Dean Kreps' career record at Hope? 

Quote from: ziggy on February 02, 2011, 03:38:58 PM

Quote from: realist on February 02, 2011, 03:32:46 PM
Sadly the subbing thing is but one symptom of the basic problem with KVS.  The root problem is KVS is rigid, and inflexible, and his mind is made up, and who are you to question anything I do, because...........................?
Matt Neil knew exactly what KVS was going to do in the second half, and he coached his team to counter exactly what he expected.  Every coach in the MIAA knows what KVS and Calvin are going to do.  See the Kalamzoo game, and tell me R. Passage didn't know what Calvin was going to do?

Correct me if I am wrong, but my impression is that you would agree that Matt Neil knew what Calvin would do in the first half as well. What was the problem with the way the first half went?

Couple of unsolicited observations: (of course all observations on this board are:)

1. When Calvin wins, the players were awesome..when Calvin loses, KVS stinks.

2. Tom Cleary may be the most negative announcer in the history of basketball announcing.  (at least that I have heard) Every call by officials is questioned and every play by a player is met with "why didnt he....." maybe Billy Packer taught him everything.

3. Coach Neil is a great interview and I would want my kid to play for him.

Quote from: section7 on September 13, 2010, 01:25:15 PM

Quote from: section7 on September 22, 2009, 10:38:58 AM
Random Thoughts (something must change):

Have the Flying Dutchmen taken on the look of the Detroit Lions?

18 game losing streak in non-MIAA games dating back to 2004 season.

Dean Kreps, career non-MIAA record, 10-38, .208 winning percentage, 3-23 (.115) since 2002 season.

Unacceptable?

I have updated my post from this time last year, 10-40, .200 winning percentage, 3-25 (.107) since 2002 season.
I know that I will get ripped repeatedly for this post, but them the facts!
Formerd3db, I love your posts and respect your insight, but I must disagree with your assessment of players vs coaches, many players have changed since 2002, many losses have not and coaches have not.

You will also notice that the head coach repeatedly calls our players in the media for mistakes....not a good way to motivate

Quote from: formerd3db on September 13, 2010, 07:21:35 PM
BOYA87 and section7:

Thanks for your kind comments and I also respect your own opinions.  I have been around Hope's program for a long time and I will share this with you.  I realize what you both are saying and, in most instances, that is true.  However, when the coaching staff instructs players repeatedly about some specific action they are supposed to do and that player/those players continually fail to perform that specific action, that is not on the coaching staff.  It is absolutely true that coaches don't play the games, and that, as you say, it is their responsibility to instill enthusiasm, perseverence and the will to win.  Hope's coaches are have been trying to do that, while at the same time not be too overly harsh on players - the latter can be just as detrimental.  The bottom line is that, unfortunately, our players have simply not made the plays or perform their duties to do what it takes to win, especially some of the more verteran players.  Certainly, there have been some bright spots and I truely believe Hope is improved somewhat from last year.  However, the players have not played up to their potential and that is not the coaches fault.  The have done everything they can to insight being upbeat, postive, enthusiastic.  But, again, you can't force players to have the will to win and or play.  Also, four blocked kicks right up the middle in two games - somethings wrong and it isn't the coaches for that one.  Perhaps Coach Kreps and his staff need to make some changes in the lineup, although I know there are people who have doubts that would even be helpful at this time.  Again, my point was players have to make the tough plays to win close games and they just haven't done it.  Coach Kreps even went out of his routine this past game to make some "gutsy" calls, when some of us weren't quite so sure.  Luckly, a couple of those plays turned out, yet unfortunately, the others did not when we needed it the most.

I'm not intending to be disrespectful or down on the players.  I'm just simply stating the truth of the situation as it now stands.  As I said, I hope this changes or it will be a long season.  On the other hand, if we had won those two close games, then people would be singing a different tune I'm sure, yet there would still be some areas of concern.  But that is a natural occurance for any team regardless.  Just MHO  Anyway, obviously takiing one week at a time is the only thing that can be done.  This is a new week.

Hope players have not played up to their potential for years...eventually that has to come back to coaching....

Quote from: wiz on September 14, 2010, 12:45:50 PM

Quote from: sac on September 13, 2010, 01:41:15 PM
......It never ceases to amaze me how many different ways the Lions have found to lose ball games over the years.  At least this one didn't feel like their own doing.

Maybe the Lions could hire Dean Kreps to help turn things around.

LOL!

But then the lions would have even less players cause he would call them out in the media so he doesnt get the blame

fascinating that the last few people discussing the topic are Calvin people...they seem to be much more worried about the whole thing than the Dutch...

On another note:  I think it would be fun to see how many of us (CALVIN/HOPE esp.) spent our Sundays growing up in the following fashion:

Breakfast:  Eggs and toast (maybe a RUSK if it was a good week)
CHURCH/Sunday School
Big Sunday Dinner usually Roast beef and potatoes
NAP
Snack
CHURCH
Snack again
Bed

Quote from: goknights68 on May 19, 2010, 12:26:56 AM

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Quote from: sac on May 18, 2010, 11:19:58 PM
...new material badly needed.


Take heart oh wizard of standup, Calvin had a 2,135 avg,]that might be a top 10 finish in the empty seats category.

Did you not read the entire article, Sac?   I do find it funny, though, you said that at the same time I was writing that I was glad Calvin finished second in the nation. 

Um, yes obviously I did read the whole article.  Guess my crack wasn't clear.


4500-2135 = 2365 empty seats on average. 

And if the "empty seat" material isn't old enough material either?


I thought we've been over why Calvin built the arena with 4500 seats.

Due to sheer lunchtime boredom...Calvin built that arena so large so they could charge HOPE fans more apparently...NON-HOPE games only averaged 1903.07 fans per game with a low of 732!!!!!!

A Hope game AT Calvin against someone else had nearly that many in attendance!

Quote from: hoopdreams on April 23, 2010, 10:20:47 PM
in regards to dummyrules comments about practice structure, one must not be too familiar with the limitations the NCAA puts on practice time.  When time is scarce, it's generally a good idea to make great use of that time.  Add to that that Hope does virtually no preseason work other than the conditioning class and pick-up games, unlike WHAC and D1 and D2 programs that have mandatory skill sessions ( with coaches too!!!!) with their same position players, or individual workouts-coach driven as well.  Throw in the mandatory weight training sessions too.  The players want these opportunities too, mandatory or not.  

Umm...thanks for ripping on me..I am sure you have spent many hours coaching in your life and can really appreciate good coaching.  I also think you do not know that NAIA (where WHAC schools are) and NCAA 1 and 2 have different rules...also my comments really didnt have anything to do with practice per se but the evident improvement of the team every year under GVW.  I dont think that more practice would have helped your mentioned player make layups in games his first couple of years....   maybe gvw should have emphasized the importance of layup making more in practice 

I do know that the last dIII all-american that GVW coached spent far more VOLUNTARY time (alone) in the gym than the 2 players you mentioned...maybe that has something to do with him getting that honor. 

Quote from: Bob MacKenzie on April 20, 2010, 12:49:06 PM
I know (though none would be allowed to state it in this forum--and they may not even read this forum) there were many among the Hope faithful who were eager for a change a long time ago.  Probably quite similar to the aforementioned Calvin transition where many were ready/eager to see ED go and some resented KVS because of their attachment to the the beloved former coach who brought the Knights their first national title.

I think it was time.  Kind of like Bobby Bowden at FSU.  As long as they don't hire a Rich Rodriguez, I bet Hope will be better off soon.

Those "many" did not really know basketball..there is no doubt in my mind that over the last couple of years GVW has done some of his best coaching (especially against MIAA opponents)  I find it fascinating that first everyone praises the outgoing coach, then soon, disparaging comments arise....seemingly always from "inside informers". 

I think there are things Coach VW could have done differently of course but really, does everyone think the last few years teams REALLY underachieved?  would a change in practice structure have led to more wins?  I think not.

Quote from: Erm Schmigget on December 19, 2009, 12:15:56 AM
Hope won.  The starters hardly played.  The bench got lots of "experience".

Usually I would be very happy about games like this, but I'm starting to get a bit cynical about this kind of opponent.  I love to see Hope's depth, but it sounds like the girls that got cut this season could easily have beaten this team.  I would rather see Hope play some opponents that challenge them to ask more from their starters and push the next "line"  to the edge of their abilities.

It's novel for a team to blow out their opponent, but it has come to the point, for me, of asking "when's Hope going to play some real teams?"  I'm sorry for sounding all "it's lonely at the top"     but I'm starting to see why the D3Hoops Top 25 voters have held Hope at #3 this season.  Where are the quality opponents?  I don't know their exact OWP and OOWP figures, but with just a quick look, you can sum them up with three letters: l...o...w.

No teams around here  will play the Dutch and really they have Div. 1 and 2 caliber players...therefore the only "good" competition would involve GVSU or other GLIAC schools..none of which are dumb enough to play Hope...thus you play out your schedule....

They will be tested by Calvin and St marys...be patient...

I think this is the most talent ever at Hope in womens bball.

Quote from: Flying Dutch Fan on March 20, 2009, 08:29:54 AM
Just took a look at the statistics and how much scoring and rebounding Hope and Calvin are losing to graduation. They're actually pretty close when you look at scoring.  Rebounding is a different matter.

Hope - losing 45.8% of scoring and 38.1% of rebounding
Calvin - losing 45.6% of scoring and 49.6% of rebounding

An even more important statistic......

Hope---> losing 38.2 % minutes played

Calvin--> losing 53% minutes played (would be much higher if Veldhouse had not gotten injured this season)

Quote from: hoopdreams on March 09, 2009, 05:38:43 PM
Powell is a scorer, much created by the style Park plays- up and down trying to outscore their opponent with little emphasis on defense.  I would have liked to see him play a season in the OK Red which plays out a lot like in MIAA, tough man-to man, grind it out, and not very pretty.  Byran is quick, but will have to spend some serious time in the weightroom in order to contribute next year (at least as much as some of you already expect him to) Two words - Micah Chappell.  Powell is better but Micah was a scorer as well....

It is great to see Calvin strike first on the recruiting radar, the new facilities have already made a difference and more kids are sure to follow suit.  i have heard that one of the Zeeland East kids is coming as well ( not Korey), not the quarterback. 

I too have always thought harper was overrated.  But in an uptempo style (AAU) his ATHLETIC ABILITY stands out.  You can't coach it.

Bryan Powell = Derek Griffin but shorter and a worse passer...seen 'em both ALOT in HS

Quote from: goodknight on March 11, 2009, 08:14:32 PM
Another KVS recruit declared today his intent to wear maroon and gold and to follow in his older (and bigger) brother's footsteps.
Chelsea High School's Jake Mantel -- 6-4 and 215 -- will be joining John at Calvin next season. I have this on the highest possible authority (thanks for the tip, CCM).
At Chelsea, Jake's been been a standout both in football (tight end) and in basketball (small forward who plays a tenacious defense and knows his way to the hoop on offense).
Welcome aboard the Knight train, Jake!  There's always room for another Mantel.

Didnt know God (highest possible?)  cared about recruiting!

Glad he was a football player....now he can lead Calvin to the mythical football team championship   

Family is what makes MIAA (and D3 schools in general)  special

Quote from: wiz on March 08, 2009, 04:36:10 PM

Quote from: sac on March 08, 2009, 03:22:31 PM
Skemp scored 2 points while Andy was on the floor.

Venema didn't do any better than Ozburn.  With Venema in, Skemp scored 1 pt every 1.5 minutes.  With Venema out, Skemp socred 1 pt every 1.55 minutes.

But, Hope did a better job on him Wheaton did.  Andy Wiele is a strong post player and allowed Skemp to score 38 points in 40 minutes of play.  Skemp is a force!

Didnt see the wheaton UWP game but one could safely assume that Wheaton decided to take away the guards of UWP....
Hope decided to take away Skemp....Wheaton could see what that got them.....lots of easy buckets and wide open 3's. 

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Quote from: almcguirejr on March 04, 2009, 07:40:10 AM
Team capsules:

http://www.hollandsentinel.com/sports/x617077414/NCAA-Division-III-Tournament-Mens-capsules

I found it hard to believe this is UW Platteville's first trip to the NCAA's since 1998 like the "capsule" states.  Probably because UWP won the 1999 National Championship.

During the 90's they were a fixture in March, they made the tournament every year from 91-99 and bost an unbelievable 30-5 tournament record with 4 National Championships.  1991, 1995, 1998, 1999

It's not every day you can hear the "where's your banners" chant two straight games.

"Where is Calvin?" <clap, clap,   clap,clap,clap> "Where is Calvin?" <clap, clap  clap,clap,clap "Where is Calvin?"

Rooting for Plattville.  clap, clap,    clap, clap, clap!

Gettin' sick of rooting for other teams to end Hope's season yet? 

You guys are something else.  Want to be a part of the biggest rivalry and stuff ballots to make it happen but want all the talk and favoritism to be one-sided.  You sound like an Obama democrat, believe in free speech unless it's somehting you don't want to hear.

Isnt being part of a rivalry involve needling the other side when things dont go their way?  When U of M  loses to my MSU team, I am all over my UM family....some of y'all need to relax a bit.  I believe totally in free speech except when it is demeaning to others.  Dont think any of the above quotes fit the demeaning category....