ISU picked to finish 2nd in Preseason Big 12 VB Poll
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Destinee Hooker is finally gone from Texas......seemed like she was there for a decade. With her gone, I think ISU really can challenge for the Big 12 title.
Uhhh, she was gone from Texas last year.
And Landwehr 1st team all Big 12? Did I miss something last year? She seemed like one of the weak links and was extremely inconsistent setting.
Four setters from a 10-team league on the first team. I realize many are using the 6-2 system now, but that's a lot.
I think we can finish 2nd, and with an exceptional year even challenge Texas. That would take Wilms emerging as a star, Hockaday getting back to full form, Landwehr truly taking charge, and Hahn fitting into Maas' back row kneepads sneakers.
I worry most about MU and OU. Maybe partly because I watched a lot of their players in high school, and I think MU's Molly Kreklow will evolve into one of the nation's best setters. Also, watch out for freshman Jade Hayes with MU. She has the potential to step in right away and be effective on both the back and front rows.
Seriously? She was our second best OH next to Henson two years ago. That is a huge change in direction, and waste of talent IMO.
MO in the others-receiving-votes category. Is anyone surprised to see UNI above ISU? OU a little ahead may not be meaningful, but, we have to perform well to win.
Iowa State volleyball ranked No. 18 in coaches preseason poll | The Des Moines Register | DesMoinesRegister.com-
Iowa State volleyball ranked No. 18 in coaches preseason poll | The Des Moines Register | DesMoinesRegister.com-
According to Coach Johnson, Hahn will be libero and has made significant progress over the spring.
Did you hear what she said about Hannah Willms. Christy said she improved her whole game, but it sounded like she wasn't going to play that much. Is that what it sounded like to you?
On the facebook photos of the first practice, Taylor Goetz from Ankeny was setting with Landwehr. My guess is Taylor wont set if she doesn't have to, kinda like Pratt from last year. Christy will probably wait for next year for more setting options, because we have two good setters coming in.
Nope. That seems odd since I'm guessing VB is the 2nd most popular college women's sport after basketball.
From the media interview with Johnson it sounds like Willms has a lot of work to do in all categories. To be an OH, defense is very important. I was impressed with her offense in the Spring but defense was lacking. Sometimes on the court she looked confused and even ran into her own teammates. Maybe that is what Johnson was talking about when she said it takes more than a great athlete to be a great volleyball player. If we don't see Willms get too much court time this year we certainly will next year.
Don't see Jenson getting a lot of love here. She stepped in for Hock last year and had a great season. Led team in aces, second in kills, played great defense. Made a nice 1-2 punch with Henson. Her all-around game should keep her in the starting lineup this season.
Jenson is definitely a contender for a starting spot but I think we are all looking for a Henson. I don't see a Henson in the mix this year unless Hockaday can step it up. Willms apparently needs more time.
I think OH will be more by committee this year, and that's probably a good thing for ISU. Relying on Vic last year so much was a weakness and defenses keyed on her. She still did the job, but she would have been more effective if there was offensive balance. Jenson is really good, but I am hopeful Hockaday returns to form. Sounds like coach thinks she can get there, but isn't quite there yet. Also sounds like Hurt and Matlock will be contributing as well.
More than anything, I think Hockaday's loss last year had more effect on team chemistry as she was a leader on the court. I think her returning to the floor will be a boost for the youngsters.
If not mistaken this has to be the deepest team ever. This will allow everyone to be fresh when someone is having an off night we have alternatives.
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