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I’m not sure Bluder will be looking for a big to pair with Heiden so much as perhaps looking for a big that’s even better than Heiden. She doesn’t like playing 2 posts at once, she strongly prefers the 4 out system, has said this multiple times and her starting lineups reflect this. She talks about the 2019 (elite 8) lineup as kind of annoying lol bc of the positional distribution.
A PF in the mold of Warnock (6’2 ish, strong, 3 pt assassin) is more likely ideal for her than a 6’5 post as a need IMO. Not to say she won’t sign one, but in that situation I think it would simply be for continuity / depth at the 5. I don’t see Bluder wanting to play Heiden and someone like Hays on the floor at the same time often, if at all. I’d expect her to be much more focused on Ws and Fs for 2025 while seeking a C for 2026.
I’ll be very surprised if Bluder offers Goodman the chance to take a COVID year, unless Goodman takes a huge step at some point. I think Bluder is eager to both get Heiden into the lineup and continue to recruit at that level. I think Bluder is likely to offer Feuerbach a fifth yewr tho. I would suspect she’d like 4 seasons out of her (the COVID year means her year at ISU basically didn’t happen). She has always been someone Bluder had confidence in, due to her height, speed and ball-handling and has a lot of up-side. She may not break thru this year bc of our depth, but she will have a huge opportunity after our back court graduates.
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Goodman seems to be returning to form. She showed flashes her freshman year, but has not looked the same since the knee injury. I would not be shocked to see a big jump from her.
Good post. I'm up in the air with Feuerbach; while it's true she'll be in a position of need after Kate and Gabby graduate next year, she's never seemed to be quite at home out there. I know that's something that improves with minutes, but it's time to play like she's in the top 8 of our rotation. The other thing that worries me is that, depending on the study you look at, roughly 30% of women who tear an ACL tear another one within 3 years. Hopefully she remains injury-free, but I remain on the nervous side.
It gonna be hard to beat out Syd at the 3m I think you might see Fuerbach at the 2 next year.
Some of you may already be aware of her, but there's a great Y/T commentator on women's BB. She is all in on the W during their season, but is a very prescient observer of NCAA hoops. She's from Chicago, and is to some extent a Hawks fan. Seems she's recently decided to look more closely into the recruiting process, it'll be interesting to hear her perspective. https://www.youtube.com/@QuitaLovesSports
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I think he means next year, Syd will start at the 3 and Kylie more likely at the 2.
shikreto said:
"I’m not sure Bluder will be looking for a big to pair with Heiden so much as perhaps looking for a big that’s even better than Heiden. She doesn’t like playing 2 posts at once, she strongly prefers the 4 out system, has said this multiple times and her starting lineups reflect this. She talks about the 2019 (elite 8) lineup as kind of annoying lol bc of the positional distribution.
A PF in the mold of Warnock (6’2 ish, strong, 3 pt assassin) is more likely ideal for her than a 6’5 post as a need IMO. Not to say she won’t sign one, but in that situation I think it would simply be for continuity / depth at the 5. I don’t see Bluder wanting to play Heiden and someone like Hays on the floor at the same time often, if at all. I’d expect her to be much more focused on Ws and Fs for 2025 while seeking a C for 2026."
OK, when I said Bluder will be looking for someone to *pair* with Heiden, I was clearly referring to adding another great post to the squad for the 2025 roster, to be that *pair* of posts, as in the current Addy/Sharon duo. I didn't offer as to who might start vs bench, didn't suggest they'd be on the floor together, and I certainly wasn't discussing who might be playing the 4. A team in this hopeful platitude needs at least a pair of good, effective posts, esp because the 6'4" Bigs are often the first ones off the floor. And so far, Bluder has not signed that player. I think we can rest assured that signing that second post to pair with Heiden is a major priority.
"I’m not sure Bluder will be looking for a big to pair with Heiden so much as perhaps looking for a big that’s even better than Heiden. She doesn’t like playing 2 posts at once, she strongly prefers the 4 out system, has said this multiple times and her starting lineups reflect this. She talks about the 2019 (elite 8) lineup as kind of annoying lol bc of the positional distribution.
A PF in the mold of Warnock (6’2 ish, strong, 3 pt assassin) is more likely ideal for her than a 6’5 post as a need IMO. Not to say she won’t sign one, but in that situation I think it would simply be for continuity / depth at the 5. I don’t see Bluder wanting to play Heiden and someone like Hays on the floor at the same time often, if at all. I’d expect her to be much more focused on Ws and Fs for 2025 while seeking a C for 2026."
OK, when I said Bluder will be looking for someone to *pair* with Heiden, I was clearly referring to adding another great post to the squad for the 2025 roster, to be that *pair* of posts, as in the current Addy/Sharon duo. I didn't offer as to who might start vs bench, didn't suggest they'd be on the floor together, and I certainly wasn't discussing who might be playing the 4. A team in this hopeful platitude needs at least a pair of good, effective posts, esp because the 6'4" Bigs are often the first ones off the floor. And so far, Bluder has not signed that player. I think we can rest assured that signing that second post to pair with Heiden is a major priority.
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Didn’t mean to come off as rude! I just see people talking about Bluder needing more bigs to compete ALL THE TIME — here and elsewhere — so I thought I’d chime in! Clearly you know what you’re talking about, never meant to imply otherwise!
I check every day multiple times a day to see if any additions come along. Would love to see some sizable athletic wings pop up. I thought Speiser is a wing. Tough to get the West Coast ladies pried away from the climate out there, but with the Pac 12 dissolving, why not. I know were in the running for at least a couple of top tier forwards, so here's hoping.
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I actually googled Jordan Speiser the other day and the first article I found called her a Forward. I double-checked, most other places call her a W. Sounds very much like a versatile player in the mold of Warnock, Ava Jones, but highly athletic. Would really be a great get.
She played with All Iowa Attack AAU program so you'd think we are in good shape with her. I hope so. With the Wisconsin stars, Journey, Heiden, Allie and the carryover with what will be a very strong upperclass, and hopefully a post pick-up via the portal, Iowa will be remain a national power.
I don't think Bluder's approach is a double post offense, although you play the cards you're dealt. It seems the most efficient teams had length and athleticism. A rim protector NEVER is a liability if it can contribute on the offensive end. Post as is any position not exclusive. It takes depth and development. Injuries are inevitable. Practice requires competition.
Iowa overcame huge rebounding deficits all through the tourney with its offensive efficiency, and let's face it, a one-off player with skills unlikely to be seen again (in our lifetime).
I'm late on this, but even setting aside the scholarship issue, taking 4 players likely limited to the 1 and 2 positions in the same class seems like strange roster construction.
Even more so because many of the top targets in 2025 and 2026 are also limited to the 1 and 2. I just don't see Prince committing to Iowa.
You can never read a kid's mind, but she seems too high profile for Nebraska. She's not near Clark's equivalent altitude in the recruiting stratosphere but still Prince could be selective.
Iowa is loaded with guards at this point, needs front court players, and Bluder will be judicious in how she allocates scholarships. However lengthy guards with rebounding skills that can fill the 3 spot is a bonus and can give a team versatility and produce match-up problems.
Iowa is loaded with guards at this point, needs front court players, and Bluder will be judicious in how she allocates scholarships. However lengthy guards with rebounding skills that can fill the 3 spot is a bonus and can give a team versatility and produce match-up problems.
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I saw an Instagram post from October 30 of Divine Bourrage’s offer list. For some reason this board wont let me link to it, it says the URL must be broken (it’s not lol).
Anyway, lots of schools listed, similar to Britt Prince in depth and geographic dispersion…but I don’t see a single heavy hitter. I don’t see South Carolina, LSU, UConn, Stanford, Louisville or even Maryland.
The best programs on her list, hands down, are Iowa and Ohio State. Next come the blue bloods that have collapsed like Duke, Tennessee and Baylor, followed by uneven up-and-comers like Michigan, NC State, Indiana, Utah, Florida, etc. Plenty of other quality P5 offers obviously from every major conference. MS State, ASU, Miami, etc. Still, other notable omissions include Oregon, UCLA, and Notre Dame…
I don’t watch HS footage. So I’m curious…for those of you familiar with her game, do you think she’ll eventually get the elite offer she is likely looking for? With all the momentum around her and the positive coverage she has received, I figured she’d have at least one offer from a real contender by now.
Quite ironic that Bluder is I believe the only coach to extend her an offer with Final Four experience.
Edit: I’ve reviewed her Twitter feed and it’s pretty obvious she wants to be an SEC athlete. Would not be surprised to see her at Tennessee, which likely has the most cachet of the SEC schools that have offered her (but one of the most inconsistent coaches).
Anyway, lots of schools listed, similar to Britt Prince in depth and geographic dispersion…but I don’t see a single heavy hitter. I don’t see South Carolina, LSU, UConn, Stanford, Louisville or even Maryland.
The best programs on her list, hands down, are Iowa and Ohio State. Next come the blue bloods that have collapsed like Duke, Tennessee and Baylor, followed by uneven up-and-comers like Michigan, NC State, Indiana, Utah, Florida, etc. Plenty of other quality P5 offers obviously from every major conference. MS State, ASU, Miami, etc. Still, other notable omissions include Oregon, UCLA, and Notre Dame…
I don’t watch HS footage. So I’m curious…for those of you familiar with her game, do you think she’ll eventually get the elite offer she is likely looking for? With all the momentum around her and the positive coverage she has received, I figured she’d have at least one offer from a real contender by now.
Quite ironic that Bluder is I believe the only coach to extend her an offer with Final Four experience.
Edit: I’ve reviewed her Twitter feed and it’s pretty obvious she wants to be an SEC athlete. Would not be surprised to see her at Tennessee, which likely has the most cachet of the SEC schools that have offered her (but one of the most inconsistent coaches).
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I especially liked someone's comment "Was the GPA too high"?
Box score says Maddy Greenway had 40 yesterday against Olivia Olson’s Benilde squad in an 85-63 victory. Olson was held to 6.
Edit: from reports, Olson left the game early (not clear when) with a hand injury.
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Edit: from reports, Olson left the game early (not clear when) with a hand injury.
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For anyone that questions Greenway's height deficiencies, the recent play of Molly Davis should offer some relief to those that say she can't play B1G basketball.Box score says Maddy Greenway had 40 yesterday against Olivia Olson’s Benilde squad in an 85-63 victory. Olson was held to 6.
Benilde-St. Margaret's at Providence Academy - 5:45pm CST, November 25th, 2023
The official home of Minnesota girls' high school basketball.
Or are there more concerns Bluder has too many 1/2s coming in?
Iowa has had shorter point guards work out before, I understand the concern about too many guards... but I don't think you turn down a recruit of her status. She would come in as the highest rated at her position.
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If our class of 2024 become our next iteration of starters, they’ll be a pretty good team. If all or most of them become reserves bc Bluder recruits an even better 2025 class, it’ll be an excellent team. We rly only need one or two more kids to get there. Greenway is 2 years behind Guyton anyway and there’s nothing wrong with her backing up for a season or two if need be. If she’s as good as people say, she will likely jump Levin and Stremlow so they could play together.
It rly shouldn’t be a concern to anyone who knows Bluder. We have always had a guard heavy team and will likely continue to. It’s not out of the question that 9-12 of any future roster is comprised of Gs.
We can worry about playing time when she's a hawk. Despite the fans concern about her size she is a dynamic player. If she were 6" or over she would likely be a top 5 recruit. She drives with so much power and has a ton of range on offense and is a lockdown defender. She won't be Clark, but she could be the 2nd best guard to ever play for Iowa should she decide to be a Hawk. She could play the 1-3 in Bluder's system. (Remember Mackenzie Meyer played 3 and she was listed at 5'9")
It’s a no-brainer Prolific scorer, great ball handler, great court awareness and passing, tons of endless energy, daughter of a Hawkeye legend, and she has stated that Iowa is her dream team This is a match destined to happen.
I have no direct knowledge of her decision making but it is typical for highly ranked recruits to go through the process of school visits before making a final decision. Even when strongly leaning one way, they want to be "sure" - IMO that is the proper way to handle the situation and I wouldn't be surprised if her Hawkeye parents are encouraging this. It is still relatively early for '26 recruits to make a comittment decision.
I don’t think she’ll end up at Iowa. Her family is a “bigger and better” thinking group. She wants a Carolina offer.
I assume you mean Staley and S. Carolina because N. Carolina lost to a team we beat by 40! 😎. Divine has seemed to be a lost cause for a while but you never know. Still wish Deal and Greenway would pull the lever for Iowa but I get impatient sometimes and these are teenagers making an important decision.
I would agree with you. Mindsets qualifying for that group are more often than not greeted with an eye opening reality. She's a very good player, with a high ceiling and ahead of the curve at this stage of her career. Some of these top level programs over the years push hard, and expect results. Good luck to the young lady and her family. She is fun to watch.
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Lol I agree with you lol I said she very clearly wants to be an SEC athlete, I wouldn’t be surprised to see her at Tennessee since that’s rly the only “name” who has offered her (tho their current coach is not living up to their legacy by any stretch).
But my point is that while she clearly wants to be at a certain kind of program, she doesn’t seem to be getting interest from ANY of those schools — I listed all the elite schools that have NOT offered her…so I’m curious if anyone thinks she will eventually get such an offer. Do SC, UConn, LSU, Stanford, Notre Dame, etc rly make last minute offers? If they did, wouldn’t she just be riding pine for four years?
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