Game Thread: UT-Lady Vols v UCLA NCAA 1st Round

[Amb3096]

Smh! How was she the #2 player coming out of high school?!?! I just don’t understand!

She made the mistake of agreeing to play for a complete failure of a coach. Sad.

 

[casetopia]

I'm happy they lost if it gets us a new coach. Sad that it has to come to that but holly refuses to do what she knows is best for the players, the program and the fans. She needs to step down immediately or be fired.

 

[LadyVol1908]

My gut says she’ll be letting us all know she’s transferring in the next few weeks. She clearly checked out.

I’m thinking the same thing. Her mother hinted at it earlier in the season when the team was taking fire for their play.

 

[VolBall09]

She needs to transfer somewhere to be a 2 not a 1! Can you imagine how good she would be if she did not have to be the point!

She’d be incredible. I think she’s too stubborn to realize it though. She’s not the worlds greatest ball handler. She’d be so much better if she didn’t have to handle the ball and run the offense. Just focused on scoring and being a leader.

 

[LadyVol1908]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Holly isn’t going anywhere you all!

 

[djtee]

I remember something andy landers said way back during the 6 game dive the took. Zaay Green is a tremendous 2g with talent. And the inconsistent play of Westbrook and Jackson all year really doom this team. I`m glad this was Holly last game. Why keep rewarding players so many mins for inconsistent play every game.

 

[volnationnj]

Holly talking about going back to the basics this summer. Doesn’t sound like she’s going anywhere.

No, no, no. That can't be. Will this nightmare never end ?

 

[PG1]

Why the blue hell would you wait until the EIGHTH year of failing to reach the Final Four to decide to go back to “the basics?”

Because she is finally realizing they are coming in not knowing the basics!

 

[casetopia]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Holly isn’t going anywhere you all!

She gone.

 

[lvocd]

It’s March Sadness.

I just hope these players get a completely fresh start next season. They deserve a chance to redeem the program after this colossal collapse.

 

[VolBall09]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Holly isn’t going anywhere you all!

This is my fear. Unfortunately if she’s still around I won’t be watching much next year. Kind of breaks my heart, but I can’t get that invested in a Holly team again.

If she stays I’ll be shocked if they’re any better than this season. Potentially a sub .500 team with Holly at the wheel.

 

[TN1111]

Smh! How was she the #2 player coming out of high school?!?! I just don’t understand!

She's a fine player... her issue is being coached by a coach that would be ranked #99 for her position.

 

[Vol girl]

Screwed by refs, even announcers shocked.

Nah, Tennessee screwed Tennessee by missing 12 FT's,shooting 4-15 from 3 and committing a number of costly 4th quarter turnovers. I thought the Lady Vols got a fair whistle for most of the game.

 

[Bighairlol]

Just another cluster. I hope all the kids transfer if Holly is back. Sitting out a year for a team like South Carolina or Mississippi State or Baylor would be a blessing over playing for the likes of CHW. SAD.

 

[Amb3096]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Holly isn’t going anywhere you all!

I'm sure of that. And neither is this team. This year will be a banner year compared to what's in store for them next season.

You might as well save your post about Evina so you can say it about Jordan next year. Besides, if Evina leaves you and Franklin will need a new scapegoat to explain why such an acclaimed coach is Holly continues to fail year after year.

 

[Mdoggie]

Smh! How was she the #2 player coming out of high school?!?! I just don’t understand!

I recall a few posters here saying she was better then Megan Walker. I think Westbrooks still has the goods. Seems she lost confidence under a coach who doesnt demand or command the team.

 

[Ace]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Holly isn’t going anywhere you all!

Yeah, she and program are going nowhere. Unfortunately, I am afraid our AD will do nothing.

 

[Vol girl]

The UCLA pg shot 3-17 and we still lose the game by double digits....Sad

 

[I4Vols]

Worst coached, lowest motivated team in Lady Vol history. Head coach coached them to all the wrong records.
Most of these players have solid talent and want to win, yes many are young, but if anyone can show me real growth and fever since December in other than Collins, let me know.

Yup, time for a change in leadership but I believe that is two years away.
Retirement is the preferred decision.

 

[VolBall09]

Just another cluster. I hope all the kids transfer if Holly is back. Sitting out a year for a team like South Carolina or Mississippi State or Baylor would be a blessing over playing for the likes of CHW. SAD.

I feel the same. Makes me so sad to wish for players to transfer from an institution and program that I love. But I can’t stand to see Holly drag them down with her any longer.

 

[Amb3096]

I feel the same. Makes me so sad to wish for players to transfer from an institution and program that I love. But I can’t stand to see Holly drag them down with her any longer.

I don't care where they go...as long as Rennia doesn't screw the rest of the WCBB teams and go play for UConn next year.

 

[ksl415]

Westbrook 6 Turnovers and 6 points.

And was key in the comeback.

 

[Chipperbones]

And Holly isn’t going to talk to Dearstone. Sending Gordon instead.

 

[WeAreTheRealUT.]

Do you folks saying Holly is done vs she will be back know something, or is this just your own thoughts?

 

[sisaq]

Wouldn't you rather it be resignation... As in "I'm now resigning as hbc of the Lady Vols".

Exactly what I said. I would retire and still be respected rather than get fire.