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PokesBlog: Live chat with Mike Vorel
Join UW sports reporter Mike Vorel to discuss all things Cowboys and Cowgirls. The Wyoming men's basketball team hosts UT-Martin on Friday night, and the football team hosts Fresno State on Saturday night.
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My Wyoming athletics live chat starts NOW. Click the link and join the discussion! #gowyo live.trib.com/Event/PokesBlo…by Mike Vorel via twitter 11/6/2013 8:59:07 PM -
How's everybody doing today? I've got my PB&J and Coca-Cola. In other words, I'm ready to go. Who's got a question? -
Hey Mike! How's it going? How much of an impact will Bill Young have on the Wyoming defense? -
Hey, Pokes! Good question. Wyoming has a full defensive staff, so Young isn't tecnically allowed to deal directly with the players. Instead, he'll be working with the coaches, watching film and creating a game plan. In a way, he'll be a coach for the coaches. And with as young a defensive staff as Wyoming has, that's not a bad thing.
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Sure. It'll be a very telling game. It's not an exhibition game like last week, so expect less players getting into the rotation. Still, Shyatt said yesterday that 10-11 guys could play.
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He also said Charles Hankerson Jr. will play. He'll probably be one of the first few subs. I'd expect to see the same starting lineup as last week, since they played so well last week.
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Shyatt isn't talking about it. Rumor is that it was a small disciplinary thing, like being late to a class or practice. But he will definitely play Friday. Sounds like nothing serious.
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Get an inside look during a @WYOSOCCER practice last week with Alex Boehm: gowyo.com/allaccess/?med… #gowyoby Wyoming Cowboys via twitter 11/6/2013 9:07:39 PM -
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Shyatt said yesterday that he hopes Hank focuses on defense. He's a big body, capable of guarding multiple positions. I'd also like to see him penetrate and draw some fouls. He turns the ball over too much, but I saw a good knack for passing in the preseason.
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Good to hear, Hankerson be playing. The Cowboys need his size on the perimeter when you get into league play and some of the early conference games.
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I like their back court options. You've got Adams, Grabau, Washington, Hankerson, Granberry, Sobey. It'll be interesting to see who plays best with each other.
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For those that missed last week's exhibition, Trey Washington was the offensive star. He's going to turn some heads, play a lot as a true freshman.
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He and Grabau have also been very consistent from behind the arc.
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Depth looks better on the perimeter. You have any idea what the plan is for the subs for Nance and Cooke, or Pokes go small?
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They're likely to go small a lot now. Matt Sellers broke his hand in practice this week, so he'll be out 3-4 weeks. I wouldn't be surprised to see them go to a 4-guard lineup at times. Granberry or Hankerson could also flex and guard a bigger guy.
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Shyatt has said in the past that he has the flexibility to go small. With Sellers out, Keonta Vernon could also see more minutes at forward. Lots of playing time for Nance likely. He'll definitely lead the team in minutes.
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Going small isn't always bad. I saw some NCAA teams cause bigger teams problems in the tournament with the 4-1 setup. What's your thought on smaller lineups and possible effectiveness in the MW?
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I've seen it be extremely effective. It just depends on personnel. Two years ago, Missouri was a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tourney with a 4-guard lineup and almost no forntcourt. They have to speed things up a bit, move the ball quickly, spread the court and then feed Nance.
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If their ball movement is good and they spread the court, that'll open up their shooters.
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With that said, when Mountain West play starts, you're still going to have to guard bigs. It'll be an interesting look.
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Still plenty of time left in my Wyoming athletics live chat. Head over to Live.Trib.com to ask a question! #gowyoby Mike Vorel via twitter 11/6/2013 9:18:58 PM
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What's the forecast for the football game on Saturday night?
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From what I've heard, there's supposed to be no more snow. But of course, it'll be a bit chilly. Probably in the 20s, but clear.
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Can the Cowboys upset Fresno State on Saturday? What would be the keys to an upset? Can it happen?
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It can happen, but it's definitely unlikely. Fresno State has had a number of near-losses this year, some to mediocre teams. Wyoming needs to score a lot, which they're certainly capable of. The defense also needs to respond to interim D coordinator Jamar Cain. They need to limit big plays, put more pressure on Carr and force turnovers.
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And when you're playing an offense that throws it as much as Fresno does, I'd be rooting for cold weather and swirling winds.
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How has football practice been this week. Any changes on the offensive or defensive as far as personell.
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The big defensive change of the last few days, personnel wise, is that DeAndre Jones is competing with Tim Hayes at CB. Jones intercepted 3 balls in practice today, which is a HUGE day. Christensen said both will play on Saturday.
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And if you remember, Hayes has dropped several big near-interceptions the last few weeks.
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The offense is pretty much the same. Jake Maulhardt will keep playing a lot at WR, after he snagged his first TD against SJSU. He's Wyoming's tallest receiver at 6-6.
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Six sounds high, but he's dropped at least 3 INTs in the last 3 games. A big drop against CSU that could have been a pick six, and another in the end zone at SJSU
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Hayes has a promising future at Wyoming, but has dropped some very crucial possible interceptions the last two weeks. I think he makes that play against CSU, it could of change the momentum in a big way.
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Definitely. He'll start here for years, but those INTs are a matter of confidence. Right now, I think that's in his head.
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How are our receivers catching the ball in the cold this week?
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Fine, there's been no issues. I think these guys are used to these traditions. If there are drops on Saturday night, it may be more about them not reacting more to the moment (and ESPN2)
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Has Shyatt said who or if he will red shirt anyone? I would think Herndon would be a prime candidate but was wondering about McMannaman or was he being held out for discipline as well?
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