WBB: Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Korn Lover · December 12, 2006, 07:07:03 PM

Nites;

Agreed, those other two posts shold be pretty good when they get a little bigger physically and more experience.

Looking forward to Northfield....and a shorter drive!

Collegeville Magic · December 13, 2006, 04:39:49 PM

Now that we're at the holiday break from the MIAC schedule, anybody feel like another round of predictions?

Yes, it's way too early, but what else are we going to argue about over the holidays, other than Aunt Shirley's mince meat pie? (and no, I don't have an Aunt Shirley)

Best Rookie?
Conference MVP?
Best sub? (not 6th man, because there aren't men)
Playoff seeds?

My guesses:
Rookie-don't know, haven't seen enough games
MVP-probably Hageman, Oken-Berg, or Monahan
6th player-O'Neil (CSB)
Playoffs: Blazers, Cobs, Knights, Gusties, Wildcats, Tommies

randle · December 13, 2006, 07:32:37 PM

CM - Keep in mind that STU conference (3-1) has beat conference teams with a combined conference record of 1-11 and CSC (3-1) has won against conference teams with a combined conference record of 2-10. It might be a bit early to give these teams a top 6 spot. We will see.

Korn Lover · December 14, 2006, 01:10:22 AM

CM

I wouldn't count Keely out of the MVP voting just yet. We Cobbers like to have options.

cobbernation · December 14, 2006, 05:28:54 PM

Quote from: Collegeville Magic on December 13, 2006, 04:39:49 PM
Now that we're at the holiday break from the MIAC schedule, anybody feel like another round of predictions?

Yes, it's way too early, but what else are we going to argue about over the holidays, other than Aunt Shirley's mince meat pie? (and no, I don't have an Aunt Shirley)

Best Rookie?
Conference MVP?
Best sub? (not 6th man, because there aren't men)
Playoff seeds?

My guesses:
Rookie-don't know, haven't seen enough games
MVP-probably Hageman, Oken-Berg, or Monahan
6th player-O'Neil (CSB)
Playoffs: Blazers, Cobs, Knights, Gusties, Wildcats, Tommies

Best Rookie: Not sure!
Conf. MVP: Hageman
6th player: Krabbenhoft (CON), that's if she doesn't starts.
Playoffs: CON, CSB, CAR, STK, GAC, and HAM

unBiased Blazer · December 15, 2006, 08:04:59 AM

CM; having seen only three games hard to predict postseason awards. Clearly you are going on last season performance in your predictions because the only one of your choices who looked good was OB. Neither the Gusties or Cobbers had a performer who looked "MVP-Like" against the Blazers. I think your "sixth-person" insight is right on. The "steal machine" has had great impact whenever she comes in.

Because of the early Blazer schedule I haven't been able to see others play, so I apologize for focusing my discussion on the them. However, it is the story of the first part of the seasn..........their 4-0 start in the conference.

Also;From the balance on the Blazer squad I can tell you right now there will not be enough places on the all-MIAC team. Among their "10 starters" I have seen many all conference performances. CM, I can foresee some "over-under" discussions on the number of Blazer's that will be named "all-Miac".

Ghost of MIAC Past · December 16, 2006, 10:17:59 AM

I can't believe that no one has posted yet about Mac's win against River Falls. Of all the teams in the MIAC that UWRF has played, MAC is the only team to beat them. UST got smoked by UWRF as did Hamline and Augsburg. Maybe Augsburg will take Mac's place at the bottem this year.

buf · December 16, 2006, 01:54:39 PM

East Coast

Part of it might be that River Falls is currently struggling. They started out the year playing very well, defeating Point and almost coming back to defeat UWEC, plus blowing out the teams you mentioned. The last few games they have played bad. But nonetheless, a great win for MAC.

LA RAMS · December 17, 2006, 08:48:15 AM

ECMF,

I was at the game the other night and had made a post about it over on the WIAC board. Definitely a great win for Mac to be sure although when I first saw UWRF take the floor for the pre-game warmups and saw the size they had I thought Mac was in trouble for sure. But Mac simply outhustled and outplayed them in the first half before UWRF stormed back to take two brief leads in the 2nd half before it got away from them again. Just from judging what I saw, you would have to figure that Mac has a definite shot at winning some games this year and perhaps finishing somewhere near the middle of the pack. Just avoiding the basement would be a huge step for them.

Korn Lover · December 22, 2006, 01:09:46 PM

Wow! Nothing in this board since the 17th, shame on us.

Anyway, Merry Christmas to all and good luck the rest of the way.

Collegeville Magic · December 23, 2006, 09:18:59 PM

Happy Holidays to all! Enjoy the over-eating, the family gatherings, the inevitable gut aches, and the clearance sales!

Safe travels to all, and Go Blazers!

Korn Lover · January 04, 2007, 12:13:51 AM

Wow!

Just back from the Cobber/Scots game.....ouch! $:-\$

Scots were totally prepared and played well to their credit. Great hustle and strong work on the boards.

Methinks the Cobbers got caught looking past these girls. Bad move. Bware of this team, they are much better than their record.

It wouldn't be me if I didn't take a shot at the officiating. 5 players fouling out is a bit much in my opinion. Of the three refs, one stands out. I have seen this ref over the last 9 years in a variety of settings (Travel, AAU, High School). Consistently poor and doesn't belong at this level. 'Nuf said.

Onto a home game and Hamline!

gacbacker · January 04, 2007, 12:50:59 AM

Random stat of the night:

In Hamline's win over Augsburg, the Pipers got 60 points off their bench and just 22 from their starters.

Monahan and Vadnais combine for 49 to help GAC beat St. Kate's...that's how we roll.

Collegeville Magic · January 04, 2007, 10:34:01 AM

In a typically physical game in the land of the "holy", the Blazers came away with a strong win. As talented as Bethel isn't, they sure know how to toss their weight and elbows around.

Darby Noreen stepped up big time in the second half, hitting some huge shots to keep CSB's momentum, and the pesky perimeter D for the Blazers created a lot of extra possessions.

Shocker in the Mac gym last night! Other than hussle and tough rebounding, where else have the Scots improved enough to beat a contender? Anybody else at that game?

scorekeeper · January 04, 2007, 11:07:02 AM

Well, it felt like an entire season had passed since the last Blazer basketball game so it was great to see them back in action again last night at Bethel. A slow start for CSB, but they got it rolling with their tough defense. Mackenzie O'Neil and Darby Noreen combined for 8 steals and the team had 17 overall. Even more significant was that CSB turned it over just 7 times compared to 21 for Bethel. That is a plus/minus ratio that will put you in a great position to win every time.

I was very happy to see the Blazers compete so well in the post. I thought Bethel would have a big advantage there, but Goehner and Boone did great work inside and they were balanced by the slashing and shooting of Tauer and Falvey. I like the variety of speed, strength, cutters and outside shooters for the Blazers. It's a very balanced team.

Anyone know why Thielke was not playing for the Royals last night? I'm sure she could have helped their cause as Uzpen was on an island in the guard spot. I can't believe Bethel is just 2-6 on the season now. I had them slated to be in the top 5 this year.

MAC over CC? My goodness...why did they need to get me worried about the trip to St. Paul on Monday? I was hoping to expect a quick victory so I could get home and watch Fiesta Bowl II between Ohio State and Florida.