leswp1
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
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UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
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BostonSoccerDad
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
Key to a UML victory (or is it Key to *an* UML victory?):
BU's forwards are very aggressive buzzing down deep in the zone. That's not a bad thing, its where/how they generate a good part of their offensive shots. My seats last night were in the zone where BU was shooting, and I could see many times their forwards were caught down low after an offensive push. This makes them susceptible to the quick transition game. UNH could not execute the transition game very well, despite having plenty of opportunities to do so. Their passing was not as crisp as it could have been. If UML can survive the typical BU attack and execute a quick transition, they will have plenty of opportunities.
Key to a UML victory (or is it Key to *an* UML victory?):
BU's forwards are very aggressive buzzing down deep in the zone. That's not a bad thing, its where/how they generate a good part of their offensive shots. My seats last night were in the zone where BU was shooting, and I could see many times their forwards were caught down low after an offensive push. This makes them susceptible to the quick transition game. UNH could not execute the transition game very well, despite having plenty of opportunities to do so. Their passing was not as crisp as it could have been. If UML can survive the typical BU attack and execute a quick transition, they will have plenty of opportunities.
Patman
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
Alumni office... They have even sent down a whole "kit" in the past... they didn't this time only because I already have this year's kit
I dunno, we've talked communication strategy. As I told them. Its one thing to bury it on the athletics page and the alumni page this time... and facebook, WHICH THEY DIDN'T USE... and I only used very late... the DC page only reaches 11 people... its not like we have 1000 strong like the UConn DC alumni page.
They're promoting an alum book signing next month... which I feel is quite fine... but I think you treat any rational opportunity... fun based or service based... as equal. You are in the process of building. Maybe the alumni office likes to think of itself as much more noble than that... I don't know.
Now, that isn't to say the DC group isn't making progress on other fronts... which we have... but I don't get it. E-mail is free (figuratively).
The reason I'm airing this out in public is that I'm trying to chip back and let them know it isn't just "Patrick is whining"... the strategy is flawed and nonsense.
Alumni office... They have even sent down a whole "kit" in the past... they didn't this time only because I already have this year's kit
I dunno, we've talked communication strategy. As I told them. Its one thing to bury it on the athletics page and the alumni page this time... and facebook, WHICH THEY DIDN'T USE... and I only used very late... the DC page only reaches 11 people... its not like we have 1000 strong like the UConn DC alumni page.
They're promoting an alum book signing next month... which I feel is quite fine... but I think you treat any rational opportunity... fun based or service based... as equal. You are in the process of building. Maybe the alumni office likes to think of itself as much more noble than that... I don't know.
Now, that isn't to say the DC group isn't making progress on other fronts... which we have... but I don't get it. E-mail is free (figuratively).
The reason I'm airing this out in public is that I'm trying to chip back and let them know it isn't just "Patrick is whining"... the strategy is flawed and nonsense.
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Patman
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
My worry is our preferred style plays into BU's hands... we'll see what happens.
My worry is our preferred style plays into BU's hands... we'll see what happens.
Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
I've watched BU enough this year to know that you don't want to get into a transition game with them. I would think UML's best shot is to turn down the tempo, make BU shoot from the perimeter, and take advantage of PP opportunities. The BU defense can be exposed if the puck stays in their zone for some time. UNH could not do that last night. The puck would enter the zone, they'd get one shot and, just like that, BU would transition the other way. And, of course, UNH's PP is abysmal. To me, that's where UML has an advantage. We'll see. Should be a great game.
I've watched BU enough this year to know that you don't want to get into a transition game with them. I would think UML's best shot is to turn down the tempo, make BU shoot from the perimeter, and take advantage of PP opportunities. The BU defense can be exposed if the puck stays in their zone for some time. UNH could not do that last night. The puck would enter the zone, they'd get one shot and, just like that, BU would transition the other way. And, of course, UNH's PP is abysmal. To me, that's where UML has an advantage. We'll see. Should be a great game.
CleggyofUML
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
He's on often, but not all the time. Like in the unlikely case he gets a penalty.
Honestly though, the broadcasters worship him to the point where it sounds like the NBCSN casters talking about Crosby.
He's on often, but not all the time. Like in the unlikely case he gets a penalty.
Honestly though, the broadcasters worship him to the point where it sounds like the NBCSN casters talking about Crosby.
kevin donnelly
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
My aspirations for this team rest with the tiered trophy they've earned the last 2 years. I'd prefer winning HE than sneaking in and getting knocked out of the the national tourney. Sure anything can happen once your in I suppose, but if they're to advance they will face teams of BU's caliber quickly, so I'm left with a short sighted focus of winning tonight.
Fired up and nervous already.
My aspirations for this team rest with the tiered trophy they've earned the last 2 years. I'd prefer winning HE than sneaking in and getting knocked out of the the national tourney. Sure anything can happen once your in I suppose, but if they're to advance they will face teams of BU's caliber quickly, so I'm left with a short sighted focus of winning tonight.
Fired up and nervous already.
leswp1
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
No one has mentioned goalies. Last night was at the game for 1st period. BU guy is nothing to sneeze at. He made some improbable saves.
Sadly, he is a good player. At this point I have heard his name enough I would be sick of him if he was on our team. He touches the puck and is automatically brilliant for the rest of the shift, even if he is out of the play. Lazy journalism.He's on often, but not all the time. Like in the unlikely case he gets a penalty.
Honestly though, the broadcasters worship him to the point where it sounds like the NBCSN casters talking about Crosby.
No one has mentioned goalies. Last night was at the game for 1st period. BU guy is nothing to sneeze at. He made some improbable saves.
Patman
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
why didn't coach Eichel pick up any COY votes?
As I am typing- on the news- Jack Eichel and the BU Terriers will take on the UML Riverhawks.
why didn't coach Eichel pick up any COY votes?
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
Blasphemer! St. Jack NEVER commits a penalty. Any referee who calls one will be sent to Hell to burn for Eternity!
He's on often, but not all the time. Like in the unlikely case he gets a penalty.
Blasphemer! St. Jack NEVER commits a penalty. Any referee who calls one will be sent to Hell to burn for Eternity!
ULowell'81
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
We stayed for the 1st 2 periods and like you I came away impressed with their goalie; he' an imposing figure at 6'6" and has skills. I thought Kevin Boyle deserved some love last night; he played composed, made some difficult saves on a couple of re-directions, and was better with his rebound control and steering pucks to the corner. I know "better" might be a relative term but I was pleased with the effort none the less.
We stayed for the 1st 2 periods and like you I came away impressed with their goalie; he' an imposing figure at 6'6" and has skills. I thought Kevin Boyle deserved some love last night; he played composed, made some difficult saves on a couple of re-directions, and was better with his rebound control and steering pucks to the corner. I know "better" might be a relative term but I was pleased with the effort none the less.
Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
Someone asked if Lowell can make it in if they lose. They can't. I'm not being negative, I'm answering the question.
People need to chill out sometimes, sheesh.
Someone asked if Lowell can make it in if they lose. They can't. I'm not being negative, I'm answering the question.
People need to chill out sometimes, sheesh.
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ULowell'81
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
I guess one of the benefits of watching them live is you don't have to listen to the announcers fawn over him. As much as I'd like to hate on the kid I can't; I come away more impressed with his game each time I see him play. That said I will be very happy next year when he's moved onto the NHL and they're back to just being The BU Terriers.
As I am typing- on the news- Jack Eichel and the BU Terriers will take on the UML Riverhawks.
I guess one of the benefits of watching them live is you don't have to listen to the announcers fawn over him. As much as I'd like to hate on the kid I can't; I come away more impressed with his game each time I see him play. That said I will be very happy next year when he's moved onto the NHL and they're back to just being The BU Terriers.
Patman
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
instead of puppy love announcers we'll have whistful announcers... pass!
I guess one of the benefits of watching them live is you don't have to listen to the announcers fawn over him. As much as I'd like to hate on the kid I can't; I come away more impressed with his game each time I see him play. That said I will be very happy next year when he's moved onto the NHL and they're back to just being The BU Terriers.
instead of puppy love announcers we'll have whistful announcers... pass!
Terrier520
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This. BU is fast, front to back. I've also seen many games in which BU has been fine playing track meet, but the opposition gets gassed by the third. That's BU's most dangerous period, and you'll need all the energy you can muster.
Good luck to you guys. Honestly. Part of me would love a UML 3-peat, and another HEA team in the tourney.
leswp1
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Patman
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
just take the T from Sullivan square?
just take the T from Sullivan square?
leswp1
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Re: UMass Lowell 2014-2015 Season: The March to March Thread II
I haven't done that in yrs. What time does the T stop? THis is the first time Lil hasn't had something right before which made us show up late enough it didn't matter.
It really is getting cost prohibitive. Reeeeally wish they would have this at a more user friendly venue. The Gaaaahden is the least fun, with the least atmosphere, for the most money. Worcester and ManchVegas were much more cost effective and fan friendly.
I haven't done that in yrs. What time does the T stop? THis is the first time Lil hasn't had something right before which made us show up late enough it didn't matter.
It really is getting cost prohibitive. Reeeeally wish they would have this at a more user friendly venue. The Gaaaahden is the least fun, with the least atmosphere, for the most money. Worcester and ManchVegas were much more cost effective and fan friendly.