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CalwbbFan
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bballfan2005
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Posted: 01/16/08 8:21 pm ::: |
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That's pretty awesome! During their podcast, Beth and Debbie got a chance to speak with Joanne regarding Cal's rise to national prominence. Debbie has said for a while now (since October, I believe) that Cal, not Stanford, is the team to beat in the Pac-10 this season and that Hampton, not Wiggins is the Pac-10 POY. If Cal can come away with at least a split in this series, then I'd have to agree.
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memphis10
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Posted: 01/16/08 8:30 pm ::: |
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Sweet!
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CalwbbFan
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Posted: 01/16/08 8:37 pm ::: First college wbb game was Stanford v Cal |
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so that's is where the "historic" comes in.....
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hoopfan24
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Posted: 01/16/08 9:16 pm ::: |
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bballfan2005 wrote: |
That's pretty awesome! During their podcast, Beth and Debbie got a chance to speak with Joanne regarding Cal's rise to national prominence. Debbie has said for a while now (since October, I believe) that Cal, not Stanford, is the team to beat in the Pac-10 this season and that Hampton, not Wiggins is the Pac-10 POY. If Cal can come away with at least a split in this series, then I'd have to agree. |
well, how much has Debbie seen both teams play? I'd pick Walker as Cal's rep for POY over Hampton. I think it's between Wiggins and Walker (for now).
Cal won on the road in LA, but lost at Baylor and RU so they need to prove themselves on the road. I think they can beat ASU, IF they stay out of foul trouble. Watch out for Ariz, Stanford and Cal shouldn't overlook them.
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bullsky
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Posted: 01/16/08 9:20 pm ::: |
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This is great for women's basketball, especially for that area.
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CalwbbFan
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Posted: 01/16/08 9:22 pm ::: |
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I agree that Walker is probably Cal's lead for POY at the moment.....Dev has been slower to get up to speed (like last year) due to knee surgery (like last year) but she may still rev up a few notches...
That being said, I would love to see Walker get some recognition. She's an amazing athlete who makes it happen, game in, game out.....she's also a great person.
Yeah, Arizona is starting to come together after a very rocky start so no taking anyone for granted. The fans in AZ are a passionate bunch, so anything could happen.
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FS02
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bballfan2005
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Posted: 01/16/08 10:18 pm ::: |
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hoopfan24 wrote: |
well, how much has Debbie seen both teams play? |
Probably more than you have. Debbie's not the brightest bulb in the socket, but she does do her homework. I can count the number of commentators on one hand who do more homework for their broadcasts than Debbie Antonelli--Charlene Curtis and Doris Burke.
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I'd pick Walker as Cal's rep for POY over Hampton. I think it's between Wiggins and Walker (for now). |
I would like to point out that Debbie said this during the PRESEASON. I'm sure she's aware of Walker's performances, seeing as how she mentioned Walker's numbers to Joanne B. during the recent podcast.
Besides, it's only about a month into Pac-10 play. The POY race hasn't even begun to take shape yet.
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Cal won on the road in LA, but lost at Baylor and RU so they need to prove themselves on the road. |
How do you figure? Cal is undefeated in Pac-10 play, and not all of their games have been played in Haas. Losing to Baylor (regardless of how overrated they are) and RU on the road isn't exactly like losing to UCLA and USC on the road. At least RU and Baylor appear to be locks for the NCAA Tournament. Can't say the same for UCLA and USC.
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I think they can beat ASU, IF they stay out of foul trouble. |
Agreed, but I think a lot more has to go right for ASU if the Sun Devils want to win that game.
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Watch out for Ariz, Stanford and Cal shouldn't overlook them. |
I don't think it's Cal who needs that reminder.
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Posted: 01/16/08 10:41 pm ::: |
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Uh no, I am Stanford season ticket holder for 20 yrs, who happens to live 3 miles from UC Berkeley. I haven't missed a Stanford home game and I've seen Cal many times in person and on TV. I know about both teams more than Debbie ever will. Debbie knows Joanne from covering the ACC so she probably has more of personal interest than bball knowledge.
one third of the conf has been played, Walker and Wiggins are clearly the leaders, I don't see that changing.
I know Cal hasn't played all games at Haas, I wasn't talking about pac 10 games, but ALL games on the road. I am aware of how damaging losing to the LA schools, but it wasn't ike Cal beat either LA school handedly. they both went down to the wire. Winning AT ASU will be much tougher.
I KNOW Stanford doesn't need that reminder about overlooking Ariz. We play them tomorrow.
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Posted: 01/17/08 2:55 pm ::: |
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That poster is fantastic! And the fact that the schools are building this up is great! I did get the sense by the way it was being pitched during the Stanford Oregon game on Saturday that there was a little different push behind the marketing this year.
I'd have to agree that the race is right now between Wiggins and Walker...I haven't seen Cal in person since Hampton's return to the lineup but I don't see how Hampton can overtake Walker in the conversation in terms of the two player race piece either at this point in Pac-10 play. Has Hampton even been back a full month of play yet?
I love Antonelli, but I'm scratching my head on that pronoucement. I also have been curious as to why Mowins and Antonelli are handling the podcasts - Mary Murphy is the resident Pac-10 expert (despite her drift to the Big-10 network) and Tracy Warren has just stepped in to do some of the tv coverage as well.
If Hampton begins to get her legs back and plays well enough to overtake Walker's impact on the Pac and on Cal's lineup, you will not have to make suggestions that Cal not sleep on [insert name of Pac-10 state or region here], Cal will be devastating.
I also don't think Stanford/Cal will be treading lightly in AZ either. The race is about to be on....
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Posted: 01/17/08 4:38 pm ::: |
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kbailey3131 wrote: |
I love Antonelli, but I'm scratching my head on that pronoucement. I also have been curious as to why Mowins and Antonelli are handling the podcasts - Mary Murphy is the resident Pac-10 expert (despite her drift to the Big-10 network) and Tracy Warren has just stepped in to do some of the tv coverage as well.
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The podcast is from the WBCA and covers all of wcbb, not just the Pac-10.
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ripleydc
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kage
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Posted: 01/20/08 3:48 am ::: |
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Now that the Arizona schools are done (until the next time they come around), Cal is 8-0 in Pac10 play, no?
Anyone psyched about this?
How are people planning to get down to Stanford for the game? Wondering if anyone got tips for someone who doesn't have a car; any way to get down there using a combination of BART and buses? |
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CalwbbFan
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Posted: 01/20/08 8:05 am ::: |
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If you live near Berkeley there's a bus going from Cal.....I think it's only 15 dollars (and that includes ticket to the game)....you should check that out......otherwise post on the fan board at bearinsider for a ride maybe???
here's the info:
Dear Triple Threat,
Thank you to those of you who have requested a bus to Stanford. We are
pleased to announce that we are able to make that happen. The logistics are
as follows:
1) We will provide snacks and drinks on the bus. For those interested in a
general admission ticket, the fee to ride the bus will be $15 (includes
ticket). For those wishing to only ride the bus, the fee will be $10 (no
ticket).
2) A firm RSVP is necessary to hold your space and any guests you wish to
bring (this invitation will be sent to other groups). Please RSVP to Angela
at aniles@berkeley.edu. You will need a check (made out to UC Regents) or
cash and a completed waiver before boarding the bus. The waiver may be
downloaded at
http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/cal/genrel/auto_pdf/WBBWaiver.pdf.
3) A sign up sheet and waivers will be available in the club room before the
Oregon and Oregon St. games. You may turn in the waiver and your fee for
the bus or bus/game ticket at that time.
4) The bus will board at the back of Haas at 12:00 pm and will leave
Stanford 20 minutes after the game is over. Please arrive prior to 12:00 if
you have not turned in a waiver and fee.
We look forward to a huge Bear turnout in Maples!
Thank you,
Angela Niles
University of California, Berkeley
Assistant Director of Women's Basketball Operations
129 Haas Pavilion
Berkeley, CA 94720
(510) 642-9448 (voice)
(510) 643-5021 (fax)
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kage
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Posted: 01/20/08 2:33 pm ::: |
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Hey, thanks! This is great. I'll send an e-mail to her then. Haas Auditorium, right? |
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CalwbbFan
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kage
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Posted: 01/20/08 11:01 pm ::: |
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Hey, thanks! This is great. I'll send an e-mail to her then. Haas Auditorium, right? |
Yep, the same place they play bball....I guess it's officially "Haas Pavilion".... |
Er. Yeah. Brain fart. Haas Auditorium is probably Anderson Auditorium over at the Haas business school.
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memphis10
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Posted: 01/26/08 4:41 pm ::: |
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BUMP!
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Posted: 01/26/08 4:42 pm ::: |
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Good job. Wondered when this was coming back up... almost game time!
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thatGAgirl
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memphis10
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Posted: 01/26/08 5:36 pm ::: |
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The Cruella look needed to go any way. Speaking of a new weave, Candice honey it's time to go back to the Swap Meet store. Cal flat like they traveled across the country and not the bay.
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bullsky
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Posted: 01/26/08 5:39 pm ::: |
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It looks like there are 7 Stanford players out there.
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