We just have to get tougher and stronger

[seniorsooner]

To me that has been the biggest problem we've had this year. We are Chamin soft in almost all elements of the game. We show no toughness or strength on defense, on the boards, or in our offensive game. Our post moves are made with zero authority and we show little toughness in getting to the rim. Quite honestly the success or failure of our strength and conditioning program is going to play a large in role in our success or failure as a team next year.

 

[tooney]

I guess we were spoiled by Blake; he was a 5 star and was a force from the get-go. We signed two mcdonald's AA's; I think everyone expected Tiny to step right in as Blake's replacement. Those were big shoes to fill.....

Our interior offense and defense was at a disadvantage all year. We were forced to play Crock at the four and he just isn't big enough to play that position against most teams. Today was a good example of our troubles. No rebounding and poor defense almost always gets you beat.

I hope the off season can help this team.....most of the players are going to have to buy into a defensive philosophy. Some of them seem to be slow-footed. Strength around the basket needs to be improved. Too many turnovers. There is no shortage of things this team needs to work on before next year.

We need immediate help in the frontcourt....etc.