WBB: Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

peachbasket · December 02, 2005, 07:06:26 PM

SK,
You're dead-on with Keely. It was a lot easier to shoot when you've got Mandy...heck, who am I kidding, it was a lot easier to do everything when you've got Mandy!

tommycorn · December 03, 2005, 01:09:37 PM

Oles at Blazers -- CSB by however much they choose
Ham at Carl -- I have to go with CAR, Tammy's too good a coach but it will take OT
Cobs at GAC -- GAC by 2 OT
SMU at Augs -- Auggies by 15 (scrappy team)
Bethel at Kate's -- Royals by 7

Collegeville Magic · December 03, 2005, 07:07:14 PM

Well, after the ugliest 29 point win I've seen in a while, I can safely say a few things about my Blazers.
1. We can play defense
2. Anna H is very good
3. streaks and scoring runs will carry CSB to a solid number of wins, but giving up occasional runs might make games closer than necessary.
4. We're going to hear a lot of complaints from opposing coaches and fans about officials, because the Blazers are taking the ball to the hole more than in past years.

GO BLAZERS!!!

Willy Wonka · December 04, 2005, 02:30:47 AM

Gusties...ugh.

I like Boldt being more aggressive offensively, but the Gusties are extremely 2-dimensional. Stop Vadnais, slow Monahan and no one else seems willing (capable?) to step up. The Cobbers went box-and-one on Vadnais a few times in the last two minutes and completely befuddled GACs O.

On the plus side, I met a Cobber coach who played with my dad back in the day. That's about it for highlights though. I'll let gacbacker give the run down on the end of the game...it wasn't pretty.

gacbacker · December 04, 2005, 02:49:21 AM

The rundown goes like this: Not enough plays made by people not named Monahan.

Someone named Krabbenhoft came off the bench for the Cobbers and had what I imagine is the best game of her short career. 6-7 from the field including a tough turn around jumper on the baseline that won the game for the Cobbers.

Raymo and Vadnais both had threes to win the game in the last 10 seconds, Raymo's was a good look and I actually thought it was going in. Vadnais was forced to shoot hers off balanced at the buzzer.

The Gusties will be better than they looked today...Boldt's two game slump won't last and Raymo might have started to get comfortable on the floor today....The Gusties desperately need Kenzie Consoer to heal!!!!!

jamie_bench · December 04, 2005, 08:28:34 AM

Go Cobbers! Wow - would think that some folks who use this board could use some "class" and stick to nicer comments. Annie will get on track - Mandy will be missed - who can doubt that? All teams go through growing pains. Fun to watch how freshmen through the MIAC can contribute and work through the pains of adjusting to college ball.

peachbasket · December 04, 2005, 07:29:27 PM

Jamie,
Just stating the obvious, and hoping that Keely gets it done, we NEED her. I know about growing pains we will have our share of them!! Mel got it going, and so did Sarah. If those two can keep it up, life will be a lot easier for Anne, and the rest of the crew.
I am so glad we "got 'er done" hopefully we can keep it going with the next two HOME games!
I will be watching, (or listening,) from So Dak for the next month. Can't wait for the team to be 5-2 at the break!!

Maroon&Gold · December 05, 2005, 11:37:58 AM

Jamie

I agree, Keeley will find her groove eventually. I think she is having some adjustments because teams are now making her the first defensive priority, that was obviously different. But that can be a good thing also, as it may allow players like Krabbenhoft to get some open looks and knock them down.

Definitely a big win for the Cobbs, some much needed confidence was gained.

peachbasket · December 05, 2005, 11:57:36 AM

Tonite's match-ups and picks: (4-1 last pick, bringing me to a 7-3 mark.)

Augsburg @ Bethel - this could be interesting...that said, Bethel by 12
St. Thomas @ Hamline - they had trouble with them last year, but went 2-0 against them. Hamline has the most talent for an 0-2 team. Are the tommies for real?

Upset special? Maybe, but not tonite, UST by 5.
St. Catherine @ Gustavus - The Gusties at home after a loss, hmmmmmm. Martin is good, and the rest of the Katies are spunky. Gac by 7.
Saint Benedict @ Carleton - Well, the Bennies beat Carleton last season, finally, and I think that's all it took to make the turn. Carleton is tough at home, but not tough enough, CSB by 11.

Collegeville Magic · December 05, 2005, 01:42:12 PM

Jamie - is there a reason that "class" in in quotation marks? Do you not understand the word?

My picks for tonight, not that they mean anything:
Ugs @ Bethel -- Bethel by 13 (too much size for scrappy Ugs)
Tummies @ Ham -- UST by 9 (former dysfunction beats current dysfunction)
Katies @ GAC -- GAC by 4 (Gusties won't lose 2 in a row in the cave)
Blazers @ Carl -- CSB by 8 (balanced attack and tough D beats the Vig show)

Go Blazers!!

tommycorn · December 05, 2005, 01:49:35 PM

Augs v. Bet Bethel by 15 (coach sets ahlberg loose creating opportunities for the whole team
UST @ Ham Tommies by 8 (carried by an encore performace by M.G.)
Ben's @ CAR CSB by 23
CSC @ GAC i'm thinking over time but GAC prevails by 7

go tommies (the melissa's will dominate tonight:)!

blazerball · December 05, 2005, 02:37:52 PM

Well, I have not been able to post much recently - time has really slipped away from me. But, I have been around and a faithful reader when I get a chance.

Anyway, I must admit to being a little surprised with the UST-Carleton game last week. Has the Evil Purple Empire emerged from the darkness? Let's hope not!

I have been pleased with the Blazers effort on the defensive end after the Ohio Northern game. Tonight will be a huge test as they go against a tough Carleton playing on their home court. The Knights have a good coach and a great player in Vig so the Blazers better bring their 'A' game...if CSB handles and shoots the ball like the first half of the Olaf game Saturday there could be trouble.

I can say that I continue to be amazed at Anna Heikenen - she has a tremendous ability to get her shot off in traffic and elevates so quickly over opposing defenders that they have no choice but to watch her shoot or foul. She could go to the line 5-6 more times each game from what I have seen as teams consistently double and even triple team her. She is really fun to watch.

I heard a rumor that Christainson went down again for Carleton. Is that true? I heard it was another knee. If so, that is a real shame as I'm sure she worked hard to come back from the knee injury she had last season. If she is down, who might take her spot? Isler or one of the firty-years? Either way, I'm sure it will hurt their depth...

I will be down in Northfield and look forward to the contest...it should be fun and I'm sure both teams will be ready to paly. GO BLAZERS!

LA RAMS · December 05, 2005, 05:38:15 PM

Brrr. A dose of reality hit me upon my return and I must admit that I'm still feeling quite bruised and battered from the thumping my Bruins took on Saturday from the Evil Empire. Yet another year of Trojan supremacy really blows......

Wish I could make it down to N'field tonight for the CSB - Carleton clash. Wish I could see a Knight victory but I think the Blazers have too much for a young Knight squad. Hope the Gusties can get back on track as well against the Katies. Perhaps if they had Reggie Bush...........

Maroon&Gold · December 05, 2005, 06:10:41 PM

Anyone got any type of scouting report on SMU or STO?? Cobbers have both at home, and I would like to know a little more about them when I go to the game

Willy Wonka · December 05, 2005, 11:09:28 PM

Some Boese girl went 6-9 and 3-3 from deep to lead the team with 15 points in the 72-68 Gusties win Monday night. I don't know any details, as I was webcasting the Piper/UST guys game tonight.

Boese and Monahan combined for just 40 minutes between them as it looks like they battled foul trouble all night. Not a spectacular win, but every game counts

gacbacker - You have details?