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Saturday, January 20, 2007
Big difference between Tech, Heels
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
There are some glaring differences between UNC and GT. The whole concept of team basketball seems foreign to Tech. The players for UNC are unselfish, pass the ball efficiently, and create easy baskets for one another. Tech, on the other hand, stands around while someone tries to dribble penetrate.
Similar comments can be made for the defensive side of ball. UNC is very active on defense - moving their feet and helping one another out. Not so much for Tech.
Meanwhile, you see Paul Hewitt shaking his head - noticeably agitated with his team’s performance.
Well, I’m agitated with Hewitt. I don’t think the problem is a lack of effort on the player’s part. And you can’t point to Tech being a young team because the Tarheels are just as young. This is a coaching issue. We just don’t “get it.” Inconsistency, breakdowns, turnovers, and silly fouls are killing us.
Hey, it’s easy for me to get down on them after losing by 16 points. I do believe there’s hope for these guys. We are tremendously athletic and have a ton of talent. I just want to see more than just glimpses of the great team that we can be. It’s got to start with Hewitt. He’s got to do a better job implementing the game plan. Shaking your head when you team is screwing up is not coaching.
