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Post by canislatrans on Jan 17, 2014 5:09:33 GMT -6
You're a Master, a tip of the hat and a nod of the head! I'm hoping 1234's statement turns out to be false! Yes, true, when we win the "Battle of the Unbeatens" that will be 1234's 'and 1'
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Post by canislatrans on Jan 16, 2014 21:51:38 GMT -6
We'll have two conference wins before we even play a conference game on the road. Fact. You're a Master, a tip of the hat and a nod of the head!
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Post by canislatrans on Jan 13, 2014 12:27:40 GMT -6
I wouldn't be wringing my hands too much over this loss, Denver is a good team, and they shot the ball very well. I think the guard was 6-9 from 3 pt. land, and did I hear they were 60% from the field in 2nd half? I give our Yotes credit that they were down by 11, on the road and took a lead at the Halfway mark of the 2nd half. They got behind again by either 7 or 9 and cut it to 1 by the 5 minute mark, all while the opposition was shooting lights out. Denver is going to make some noise in the Summit, I doubt they'll go 0-4 against IUPUI and SDSU, so just tip your hat to the Pioneers, and we'll have a little something extra for them in their trip to the Dome!
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Post by canislatrans on Jan 7, 2014 7:35:41 GMT -6
Well, there it is, the RPI gods have spoken, the Coyotes will finish the Summit League 2-12.
jackl was right, let me go eat crow, and round up a suitable sacrifice to the gods. Since we're only going to win 1 game a month, is it too much to ask that it be the first of the month, each month?
Go Yotes!
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 31, 2013 9:22:44 GMT -6
Glad to hear about the billboard ad in Minneapolis. Last time through, I saw plenty of NDSU, and no Coyote red. It makes a difference! I agree with obc and Yote 53 on the potential impact of getting to the NCAA tournament, football playoffs, and of course any FBS wins we can muster.
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 30, 2013 9:35:03 GMT -6
jackl, I know you're trying to make a point, I just don't get it?
There's an 8-way tie for first in the conference?
I admit, I may have expected more from the Yotes, despite the coaching change, but do the non-conference standings look anything like the pre-season poll? That was my point, it was a slight re-shuffling of last year's standings, and not that reflective of what is happening in each program. I am not the least bit surprised by Omaha, Fort Wayne was strong at the end of the year, and well-coached, both were slighted in the preseason poll.
It is December 30th, not a single conference game played yet, so we'll see how it all shakes out by March.
As for the Yotes finishing 7th or much higher, it will depend if they play consistently like their games vs. Wyoming, Kansas State, Green Bay or like their games vs. Morehead St. and Youngstown St? Are you confident of which it will be? Didn't think so...
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 20, 2013 7:45:20 GMT -6
Oh man, I'm glad to have this guy! D-line just got a heck of a lot scarier next season. That D-line is going to be rotating in a lot of talent! Iddings (potential All-MVFC candidate, imho) Greer Jacobs Bredl (love his intensity, underrated) Maag Praska To look forward to: Ruiz Glenn Wiseman Beaugard Did I miss anyone? WOW, when's Spring Football start again?
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 19, 2013 11:01:19 GMT -6
Honestly, had anyone heard of APCA, before this post? Count me as skeptical of their influence or significance.
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 19, 2013 10:57:30 GMT -6
Best of luck to Petrino, it is another indicator of the success we're having at USD. Would love to have him back to continue to build on a strong defense, but good teams are a combination of talent and coaching. I'm sure there are plenty of other coaches out there that can continue the progress based upon the talent we have in house, and what's coming in this year's recruiting class.
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 15, 2013 9:36:51 GMT -6
Didn't get to see the game, but watched the highlights and post-game response. These have been tough losses the past 4 games, but I have been impressed at the level of play by the Coyotes during this run. Yeah, there are lessons still to be learned, like how to play better in the 2nd half, rebounding on defensive side, and making plays in crunch time. However, the real promising thing is we're playing at a level, against these opponents, that should equate with the very upper level of the Summit League when we get into league play. I'm liking how the team is developing, and am quite excited for the Conference slate.
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Post by canislatrans on Dec 8, 2013 19:38:44 GMT -6
Sounds like a successful Rapid City event! 3,000+ I think they should consider making that an annual event. BB is easier to do, and I think the Yotes just improved their brand and connected with an important segment of their base. Perhaps they can convince Colorado, Colorado State, Air Force or similar.
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Post by canislatrans on Nov 25, 2013 14:20:14 GMT -6
Excuse me for overstepping the thread, but a lot of thanks go to the Coyotes Seniors. The progress made this year, would not have been done without leadership from this group. Especially, since from recruitment, the chances of competing for FCS playoffs or conference titles was remote. They put in hard work in a program, that they knew from the beginning would be a building blocks program. Thanks for your work, thanks for the leadership and here's hoping it pays off for you in your future careers!
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Post by canislatrans on Nov 25, 2013 12:43:04 GMT -6
Picked up this tidbit from then Bunny Board thread about their upcoming game against NAU. "Econolodge is right by campus and has rooms for $36 a night at hotels.com, its a cheap hotel but they do allow pets and your right there." I can see the poor Econolodge manager now, explaining the legal term "pets"...
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Post by canislatrans on Nov 25, 2013 11:09:08 GMT -6
I'm all for being patient, baby steps, and all, but I know what I saw this year.
As for expectations next year, just improve the young players, recruit like the previous year and get ready to win conference championships and more in 2015.
That being said, we were very close to being 5-3 in the MVFC this year (WIU with Earl at QB, YSU was close). We defeated a ranked opponent on the road, and were very close to a number of others (NAU, YSU, Montana, and with 1 healthy RB, SDSU). I will be content with more progress in 2014, however, I won't be the least bit surprised if we are in the Conf. championship run and/or the playoffs.
There, I said it, because I saw it!
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WYOMING
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Post by canislatrans on Nov 24, 2013 16:08:41 GMT -6
kioatee has a good view of the Wyoming game. I watched in on Root TV (Directv). The cold shooting was really the issue, not to mention this was a good Wyoming team. They had plenty of opportunities, just missed a lot of shots. I think being on the road this much, and not getting in a shooting rythmn. I was thinking about that same stretch, I believe, it was 42-33 Wyoming, where we had a lot of good opportunities on offense and we were playing good defense and rebounding, but just couldn't hit the open shot to cut the lead any further.
I will be interested to see how we do in the rematch, hoping we shoot better.
Pomlee had some good minutes, and I can see he will add to our team once he gets acclimated. Still waiting to get Thoseby going, I've heard he is a good shooter, but isn't getting a lot of shots and is missing most.
Although the expectation is to build on the success of last year, it is still going to take awhile to mesh with all the new players. Just what Joey James said on media day. I do believe, there is a lot to work with though, and count me excited about the season.
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