WBB: GSAC

[MCScotsFan]

I think, as of now, both Natalie and Mel are returning. That's good news for us Lady Scots fans!!

[GottaHaveHeart]

Went to open gym Tuesday. Post from Cleveland showed up. Her and Saxe went at it pretty good. She made a very good first time impression. Heard a few players asking her to come to Maryville, telling her she would help the team immediately.

Draper looked good on the wing, not at post. Dalton and Colleen solidifies point. Mel solid as usual. Looked as if Jeff has a very nice looking team coming back. Looks as if he needs 1 more post player. He said he is still working on a couple of kids. I hope they are posts.

Now, can he teach this team to play defense and rebound.

One noticable absentee: Natalie....hurt or something a couple of players said.

[scottiedoug]

What did you mean by "Dalton and Colleen solidifies point."  If Natalie is ok and comes back and the Cleveland Kid shows up, this could be fun.

[GottaHaveHeart]

Until Dalton and Colleen came, only true point was Alicia. Mel and Alex more fitted for the 2/3. Having those 2 gives him more depth at that point guard position.

IMHO, I don't think the Natalie situation/issues are going to work out.

[scottiedoug]

Here is the link to MC's announcement about the first three recruits:

http://www.maryvillecollege.edu/athletics/news-detail.asp?sportNameID=10&id=1990

Anyone know much about these three, sep. not Dalton, about whom we have gotten some insight on this board?

[colincondi]

The Murval women averaged 562 fans to lead the conference by a good margin.  I wonder if that puts them close to a top 10 national ranking (the men were 6th).

GSAC attendance figures:

1)  MC men...         1474
2)  MC women...     562
3)  PC men...          399
4)  PC women...      301
5)  LC men...           242
6)  AS women...      217
7)  LC women...      170
8)  HC women...      124 (outdrew their men)
9)  HC men...           102
10) WC women...     52
11) SC women...      10 (I can't believe this is correct)

Like the men, the Murval women's homecourt advantage has to help...

[Pat Coleman]

UW-Eau Claire was No. 10 at 737.

[Ralph Turner]

UW-Eau Claire was No. 10 at 737.

MissColl women averaged 606 for 13 games to rank #3 in the ASC;  McMurry 592 for 11 home games;  UMHB  573 for 12 games.

Please scroll down for ASC Women's attendance figures.

[GottaHaveHeart]

If Jeff gets everybody back from last year team, all healthy and in the right frame of mind, with the addition of Dalton at point and assuming he gets the post from Cleveland, all indications are she is now coming, (IMHO) hopefully change his mind about playing Natalie primarily outside and Draper inside, they will be stronger (IMHO) this year than last. More depth, more size, more scoring ability in all 5 spots.

Now, he has to develop and use that depth to his advantage, but its there.

Defense....Defense....Defense.....Rebounding.....Rebounding......Rebounding

Potential headache with keeping everybody happy with minutes....looks like he will have almost 20 kids starting out.....

[scottiedoug]

GHH:  Do you know anything about the two recruits other than Dalton who were announced?

[GSAC Killer]

The post player from"GP" is ok. Not very physical or athletic. Decent touch. Could become a decent role player in the years to come.

Some news on a former Fighting Scot and MC coach: http://www.goredhawks.com/

[GottaHaveHeart]

GHH:  Do you know anything about the two recruits other than Dalton who were announced?

"GSAC Killer" assessment of the post is "very" accurate.
The guard is listed as 5'4, but looks smaller. Will be hard for either to get minutes this year.

I wonder if Bledsoe, Bowman or the Galyon twins will ask for their release now or stay?

[scottiedoug]

Was MC anywhere near getting any of Dee's recruits to go to MC?

[GottaHaveHeart]

Maybe Bledsoe and Bowman, I doubt Kelsey and Kinsey.

[GottaHaveHeart]

I would like to thank everyone for their prayers, words of encouragement, and well wishes during Alex's surgery and rehab. She was officially dismissed yesterday and will begin slowly getting back into her playing form. Her spirits were kept high by all of you making her feel wanted, cared about and still part of the team even though she was injured and not playing. She is looking forward to staying healthty and contributing to the success of the team this upcoming year. She shot around yesterday during open gym and today will begin her off season weights and conditioning programs with her personal trainer. She's excited! Again we thank you!

Also encouraged by some dialogue from the Coach on him saying he was putting forth a effort to work on and make things work with Natalie. Now she has to do the same.