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Vol. 34,
Issue 30 –February 24, 2014
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Déjà vu…BYU and Rose Win with Witness
Protection Production
BYU won two basketball games this past week. They were big ones.
The Cougars’ 73-65
win over Gonzaga in the
The way Dave Rose did it
was a Déjà vu moment. Remember the 2009-10 season?
That was Jimmer’s junior year. Late in that season, out of nowhere, Rose
pulled a
In case you
forgot, Lloyd was productive and at times very good. He carried the Cougars to
an impressive win over
Lloyd went from a
no-name bench player to a “name” player that BYU fans
wouldn’t forget.
Now jump forward
to this season. Rose has reached out to the BYU witness protection program
again late in the year and plucked a winner and a Winder off the bench to give
the Cougars a lift.
Anson Winder,
also a
If Winder
play’s was a movie, it would be a remake of Robert Redford’s
“The Natural”. Both Winder and
But, if you are
looking for somebody to wield the “Wonderboy” bat that was so
prominent in the film that would undoubtedly have to be Matt Carlino.
Here are some
“Wonderboy” statistics put up by Carlino against
With the play of
Winder and “Wonderboy” Carlino’s latest production, the only
wonder left is where has Winder been and why was Carlino benched for Skyler
Halford?
That’s why
they pay Dave Rose the big bucks. He makes the decisions and based on the
strings he is pulling the last two weeks, BYU may also cash a big bucks check by
getting an invite to NCAA post season play.
Before NCAA play,
there still is
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2013-14 WCC Men's Basketball Standings |
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Team |
WCC |
PCT |
Overall |
|
13-3 |
.813 |
23-6 |
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12-5 |
.706 |
20-10 |
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11-5 |
.688 |
18-10 |
|
|
10-6 |
.625 |
20-9 |
|
|
8-8 |
.500 |
15-13 |
|
|
7-9 |
.438 |
15-13 |
|
|
7-10 |
.412 |
16-14 |
|
|
5-11 |
.313 |
14-13 |
|
|
5-11 |
.313 |
12-17 |
|
|
3-13 |
.188 |
11-17 |
|
Carlino
Shot Like a Girl against
As good as Matt
Carlino shot the ball last Saturday against
Kim Beeston bested
Carlino on the shooting stat sheet last week on the road while leading the Lady
Cougars to a 91-67 win over Loyola Marymount. Beeston was a beast from beyond
the three point line. The 5-11 senior hit 9 of 12 threes against LMU to lead
the Cougars in scoring with 27 points.
The Ladies will
finish out the regular season at home this Saturday against
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2013-14 WCC Women's Basketball Standings |
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Team |
WCC |
PCT |
Overall |
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14-2 |
.875 |
24-4 |
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13-4 |
.765 |
23-5 |
|
|
11-5 |
.688 |
16-10 |
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|
11-6 |
.647 |
22-6 |
|
|
10-6 |
.625 |
20-7 |
|
|
7-9 |
.438 |
14-13 |
|
|
5-11 |
.313 |
9-18 |
|
|
5-11 |
.313 |
8-19 |
|
|
4-12 |
.250 |
9-18 |
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|
1-15 |
.063 |
5-22 |
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Diamond
Doldrums Continue
The only way to
describe BYU’s start to the baseball season is…dismal. That’s
the adjective I would use after a 1-7 start.
When it comes to
BYU’s softball start to the season, the appropriate adjective would be
disappointing? That what happens when you go 6-9 out of the gate.
In both cases it
starts and ends on the mound. Neither BYU club is getting good consistent
pitching and when they face good pitching, they can’t consistently hit
and produce runs.
That pretty well
describes both sports. Good pitching is paramount in both sports.
BYU Has
5 at NFL Combine
Five hopeful BYU football players are strutting their stuff and stats at the NFL Combine.
Here is an analysis of those five Cougar players as put together by the staff of NFL.com. Also included, if completed, are their measurables in the different areas of analysis.
Cody Hoffman, WR, 40-yd dash – 4.65; Bench Press – 13 reps; Vert Jump – 27.5 inches; Broad Jump – 108.5 inches; Three Cone Drill – 6.89 sec; 20-yd shuttle – 4.2 sec
Overview…Had a reception in 43
consecutive games to finish college career. 2013: Honorable mention FBS
All-Independent choice after recording 894 yards receiving and five touchdowns.
Was suspended for one game for violation of team rules. 2012: Had 100
receptions for 1,248 yards (ranking second in school history behind Austin
Collie, 2008) and 11 touchdowns. 2011: Started all 13 games and led team in
receptions (61), yards (943) and touchdowns (10). Had five 100-yard receiving
games. 2010: Played in 13 games with 10 starts. Led team with 527 receiving
yards. 2009: Redshirted.
Strengths…Outstanding size with long arms. Extends outside his frame and can snag throws outside his body. Wide catching radius. Deceptively quick coming out of breaks. Has NFL pedigree. Experienced, four-year starter. Played through a shoulder injury during 2011 and '12 seasons. Is tough and durable.
Weaknesses…Comes off the line too
gingerly and will struggle beating NFL press coverage. Limited agility to shake
defenders releasing and does not create in space. Monotone route runner. Many
of his catches are contested (minimal separation). Does not play to his size in
the run game -- uses too much finesse as a blocker. Average athlete with
limited burst and explosion. Average leaping ability. Must learn what it means
to be a pro and could benefit from committing more to the craft.
Bottom
Line…A big, outside-the-numbers possession receiver with good
length and hand-eye coordination to fend for a roster spot as a No. 4 or No. 5
receiver.
Eathyn Manumaleuna, DL. Bench Press – 29
Overview…2013: First-team
All-Independent Team pick after starting in all 13 games. 2012: Started in
front of Detroit Lions 2013 first-round draft pick Ziggy Ansah before suffering a
torn patella tendon in 2012. Redshirted after suffering knee injury after four
games. 2011: Started all 13 games at defensive end. 2010: Played in 13 games
and started in eight. 2008-09: Did not play while serving on a mission to Oklahoma
Strengths…Good strength, balance and body control. Lines up in a flexible stance and engages quickly. Generally holds his ground. Has two-gap ability. Shoots his hands to stack, locate and shed. Can press his man and walk him back to cave the pocket. Moves very well for a big man, especially laterally -- can pick 'em up and put 'em down in chase mode. Senses screen. Strong wrap tackler. Has NFL bloodlines.
Weaknesses…Lacks ideal length and bulk -- can be locked up by larger blockers. Is not a quick-twitch, power player. Marginal sack production -- one-dimensional rusher who could stand to develop counter moves. What you see is what you get -- will be a 25-year-old rookie.
Bottom
Line…Thick, stout, overaged defensive lineman with functional
strength, awareness and competitiveness to provide depth and effective run
defense. Is scheme-versatile, having played tackle and end in a hybrid front,
and could be used as a 4-3 tackle or 3-4 five-technique. Good soldier.
Daniel Sorensen, FS
Overview…2013: FBS
All-Independent Team. 8 tackles, 1 INT vs. Utah State Ole Miss. 30-yard INT TD vs. Idaho State Costa Rica
San Jose Mission Wyoming
Strengths…Good size with
above-average straight-line speed. Technically proficient -- has enough
toughness and will sacrifice his body. Dependable tackler. Enough range to make
some plays on the ball and j ump
routes. Football is important to him and takes it very seriously. Makes the
secondary calls and checks and understands coverages like a coach. Prepares
like a pro. Tough, durable, solid producer. Reliable special teams contributor.
High school punter capable of handling punts in emergency situations.
Weaknesses…Has small hands. Is stiff in the hips and plays a bit flat-footed. Is challenged by elite speed and lacks ideal size to match up against tight ends. Is not a big hitter. Does not possess the top-end speed to range to the sideline and make plays on the ball -- not a true center fielder. Average career production on the ball.
Bottom
Line…More smart than instinctive, classic overachiever with
enough size, straight-line speed and intelligence to function as a backup and
special teams performer. Shows enough range to survive on the back end and
toughness to interchange in the box. Can make a living on special teams.
Uani (Devin) Unga, ILB
Overview…Will turn 27 years old
on Dec. 28, 2014. 2013: First-team All-Independent Team pick after playing in
13 games and making 12 starts. 2012: Played in all 13 games, but did not start.
2011: Redshirted due to transfer from Oregon State Oregon
State Oregon State
Strengths…Good eyes to key and
diagnose -- football smart. Plays on his feet and bends well. Steps downhill
and has good take-on strength to stack and shed blockers. Motor runs hot in
pursuit. Solid tackler. Drops competently into zone and shows nice awareness
and reactions. Experience in a 3-4 defense. Has a special-teams mentality.
Well-respected, motivated, hardworking leader. Comes from a football family.
Weaknesses…Lacks ideal height and
length. Has very small hands. Lacks ideal foot speed -- can be a step late to
the perimeter. Can be covered up and negated when he plays on his heels and
exposes his frame to larger linemen. Needs to be schemed free as a blitzer.
Relatively inexperienced. Is overaged with limited upside -- will be a
26-year-old rookie.
Bottom
Line…An overaged, competitive, physical linebacker of Tongan
descent, Unga went from walk-on to captain at BYU, where he was a tackling
machine in his lone season as a starter. Skill set and college responsibilities
translate well to the pro game, and he’s capable of serving as a core
special-teams player and solid backup for a 3-4 team.
Kyle Van Noy, OLB
Overview…2013: FBS
All-Independent Defensive Player of the Year selection. Had eight tackles, one
sack and one tackle for loss in win over Texas San Diego
State
Strengths…Has a muscular,
well-proportioned build. Quick get-off. Knifes gaps. Good pass-rush ability --
can push the pocket or pressure the edge. Keeps working to the quarterback and
has deceptive closing speed. Eyes the quarterback and tries to get his hands in
the passing lane. Athletic with good movement skills in all directions --
equipped to keep pace with backs and tight ends in coverage. Is rangy and can
open up his stride and run vertical. Glides on the field. Scheme versatile.
Football smart.
Weaknesses…Lacks elite length and flexibility to bend and flatten. Average instincts and diagnose. Still developing eye discipline. Needs to cultivate a more sophisticated arsenal of pass-rush moves. Leaves some production on the field. Leaves his feet to tackle and slips off the ball carrier. Hit-or-miss run defender. Could stand to improve his upper-body strength and stack-and-shed ability. Average motor -- could pursue with more urgency.
Bottom Line…Good-sized, athletic, smooth-moving stand-up player who projects best as a 3-4 right outside linebacker, but could also warrant consideration from 4-3 teams as a Will or Sam. Is not without flaws, but has unique ability to play up the field, laterally or in reverse.
BYU
Television Timetable
Men’s Basketball
BYU vs.
Saturday, March 1 at
Tipoff: 2:00 pm MST
TV:
Women’s Basketball
BYU vs.
Saturday, Mar 1 at
Tipoff: 1:00 MST
TV: BYUtv
Men’s Volleyball
BYU vs. USC
Friday, Feb 28 at
Match Start: 7:00 pm MST
TV: BYUtv
BYU vs.
Pepperdine
Saturday, Mar 1 at
Match Start: 7:00 pm MST
TV: BYUtv