Been waiting to see more on the website about the new coaches and team. Enjoyed reading this Q/A with Coach Barnes. He see's the big picture. Hearing great things from the Tulane community and players about the change.
http://www.tulanegreenwave.com/sports/w ... 16aab.html
2016 Tulane Volleyball finishes with 18 wins
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Tulane played their 2nd scrimmage of the spring today. They played 2 matches against McNeese State and won both. So that's 4-0 so far this Spring. Looks like they played without 3 of their best players who were gone playing on the Beach VB team, so that's pretty impressive even though it was McNeese.
Tulane played their 2nd scrimmage of the spring today. They played 2 matches against McNeese State and won both. So that's 4-0 so far this Spring. Looks like they played without 3 of their best players who were gone playing on the Beach VB team, so that's pretty impressive even though it was McNeese.
Tulane VB finished up their final Scrimmage of the spring going 7-1. Just as I expected there has been an immediate change. The team is set for a big season this Fall! I think all three new coaches will make big changes. My money is on Volleyball making the biggest jump in 2016/2017.
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Can't argue with that. Although more money will flow if football/basketball have big years but I agree VB could have the fastest improvements. Just the excitement among the base is a good sign for Tulane. This could be the beginning of a Phoenix type rise for Tulane Athletics. It appears they are thinking progressive now and doing whatever it takes to help the teams and coaches to compete. Can't do things the old way anymore!localvb wrote:Tulane VB finished up their final Scrimmage of the spring going 7-1. Just as I expected there has been an immediate change. The team is set for a big season this Fall! I think all three new coaches will make big changes. My money is on Volleyball making the biggest jump in 2016/2017.
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Interesting story. I ran into a current player today and she was wearing the teams new practice shirt. On the back was a quote: Last to First. I asked what it meant. She said the team is making a bold statement that their goal is to be in first place in the AAC and be conference champs this season. The coach challenged them to give a first place effort in everything they do. She said the team is working like never before and there is a great confidence building. Sounded like she was incredibly excited about the team and coaches. Going to be a special turn around in my opinion and after hearing this I'm sure of it.
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localvb wrote:Interesting story. I ran into a current player today and she was wearing the teams new practice shirt. On the back was a quote: Last to First. I asked what it meant. She said the team is making a bold statement that their goal is to be in first place in the AAC and be conference champs this season. The coach challenged them to give a first place effort in everything they do. She said the team is working like never before and there is a great confidence building. Sounded like she was incredibly excited about the team and coaches. Going to be a special turn around in my opinion and after hearing this I'm sure of it.
Very excited for the team!
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6-4-23:Now all of the mistakes Tulane has made finally catches up with them as they descend to CUSAAC.
YOU NEED LEVERAGE TO BE PROACTIVE!
Small time facilities for small time programs
6-4-23:Now all of the mistakes Tulane has made finally catches up with them as they descend to CUSAAC.
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I don't know if a sports team has ever gone from last place to first place in one year. I do like the challenge though. I've become a fan!
The internet is an amazing thing. I'm sure there are many many more.alumniwave wrote:I don't know if a sports team has ever gone from last place to first place in one year. I do like the challenge though. I've become a fan!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_N ... fore_first
Regardless of whether it's historic or not, good for the team and us as Tulane fans that Barnes has these expectations.
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You got me thinking Lurker. So I looked to see if there were any FEMALE teams that have gone from last to first. Didn't see anything show up. I'm sure there is but not to the level of men's teams I suspect. Women don't forget easy. Men forget what happened 3 seconds ago:)
Looking forward to taking my daughter out to see them.
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6-4-23:Now all of the mistakes Tulane has made finally catches up with them as they descend to CUSAAC.
YOU NEED LEVERAGE TO BE PROACTIVE!
Small time facilities for small time programs
6-4-23:Now all of the mistakes Tulane has made finally catches up with them as they descend to CUSAAC.
AAC pre-season poll has Tulane at #8. After finishing 11th for back to back seasons this is actually a sign of respect for the team and Coach Barnes by being picked this high. I can see this team being in the top 5 for sure. Although the team seems to expect 1st. I like it!
I didn't get to make it but heard from a friend who did that the team looked incredible. Shaw one of the new kids had 20 kills. Amazing for just 2.5 sets. He said they looked like a completely different team. Really fast offense. Great blocking and hustle.
Going to be a big year.
Going to be a big year.
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My wife and kids were in town and made it. They were blown away. She said the team was tall, fast and hit really hard:)
Was very impressed! Nice crowd for a scrimmage to.
Was very impressed! Nice crowd for a scrimmage to.
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Serious butt-kickin in game 1
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Occurred to me that Troy Dannen is now undefeated with his coaching hires at Tulane. Hoping that stat holds true by next weekend.
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Women pull off two 5 set victories today to win the Southern Miss Tournament. Now 3-0 on the season! Great start. They were down 0-2 to USM this evening, and came back and won three straight sets!
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RobertM320 wrote:Women pull off two 5 set victories today to win the Southern Miss Tournament. Now 3-0 on the season! Great start. They were down 0-2 to USM this evening, and came back and won three straight sets!
WOW ....that is not easy to do, especially on the road !!!!...Congrats Ladies !!!!
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BC Wave made the road trip and Brett Favre was in the house. He was there to watch.RobertM320 wrote:Women pull off two 5 set victories today to win the Southern Miss Tournament. Now 3-0 on the season! Great start. They were down 0-2 to USM this evening, and came back and won three straight sets!
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