The world is very different in the times of NIL and relatively free will transfer rules. But no, cant give a medical exemption to a young player with 13 games in NCAA play. And I understand the earlier thoughts on that.
Lexi Donarski entering transfer portal
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During her post game radio interviews this year I got the feeling that she wasn't having a good time. She really didn't sound happy.
If Ryan is the next to go we are S.O.L. next year.
From winning the Big 12 tournament two weeks ago to this.
If Ryan is the next to go we are S.O.L. next year.
From winning the Big 12 tournament two weeks ago to this.
My opinion is kind of related - I think it’s related to coaching or lack there of. I am not certain we optimize the chance for success of our players.
This puts a damper on my Friday afternoon - I really believed she was poised to step up and lead this group of talented freshmen coming in, establishing herself up there with Carlton and Joens on the list of all time greats.
From that class, I liked Lexi and Kylie for their athleticism - now both gone!
From that class, I liked Lexi and Kylie for their athleticism - now both gone!
This doesn't surprise me, but it does piss me off. I don't know why Lex is leaving, but I have to believe this goes back to Bill's player development and how his teams seem more focused on one player being POY rather than winning the conference. Lex was a very highly rated recruit who he basically relegated to a defensive stopper the past two years. If I was her, I would see Clarke at Iowa and wonder what the heck happened to me.
there's no way Billy or any of the assistants would ever be hired as HC...I don't see Jamie going that route.
Remember all those times where Bill said things like he couldn't coach the men's game because they wouldn't put up with him. Well, that comes home to roost eventually and now that everybody gets a free transfer...
I agree. That was my first thought. Too much smoke right now. Sincerely appreciate everything Bill has done and he took this program to unprecedented levels, but it's clearly time for new blood.
I'll buy your theory on how tough it might be to play for Bill, but not the frustration of certain players taking all the shots. The only one that did that was Joens, and she is gone. Fritz doesn't shoot an over amount, Emily we often can't get to shoot enough, and I wouldn't be surprised if Lexi didn't have the second most attempts by the team, but I'm not sure. I suppose this sounds selfish but I've given to the womens basketball NIL and ISU in general. Wanted to support them as much as the guys. I accept that players leave, but if we're going to give extra money, I think we deserve a little clarification on what the reasons are. Will still support whomever wants to be here, but this offseason has a different vibe.
From what I saw this year Lexi had ample opportunities to score driving to the basket and from the 3 point line.
Bill has had retention issues for years now. The last 3-4 years were better but from the late 2000's to now it's been tough keeping girls here.
Obviously there's lots of speculation around Fennelly and if he's retiring or if something else is happening behind the scenes, but for the sake of me looking for a more positive outcome, let's say Bill does retire, who do we think we could get realistically?
Probably has more to do with Bill staying.
At this point I will be shocked if Ryan stays.
After the senior night game against Texas Tech I saw a Michigan State van parked at Texas Roadhouse. Something didn't sit right with me then.
well if that happened, and I sincerely doubt it, she would definitely throw out the theory that it was because a teammate gets all the glory and attention. Guessing Clark will still get a little attention next year. LOL. They are getting key starters Marshall and Martin taking their super senior years, besides. Why would Hawk fans even think they need her?
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