ClintonIAfan
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Iowa has the best center in the conference again. She leads the conference in shooting percentage, and is a huge presence in the paint.
Monika was 2nd Team All Big Ten. https://bigten.org/news/2020/3/2/big-ten-womens-basketball-honors-announced-on-btn.aspx Even so, Czinano has been a breath of fresh air all season especially in light of Megan's graduation! Honestly, her selection to 2nd Team All Big Ten was somewhat of a surprise. Granted, she has precise (Leads the nation in FG % 69.9%) shooting skills and is constantly on the hustle. Even so, there is definite need for improvement. First and foremost, her footwork needs improvement which will significantly improve her game. While Kathleen Doyle has made a living getting "on the floor", Czinano spends far too much time there. Another concern is defensive lapses (but more experience will cure that) One last thing .... I like my players with a a bit of attitude when they're on the floor. I call it the "PV Factor". (i.e. Piss & Vinegar). Gustafson had it. Czinano needs to get it.. Iowa was significantly outrebounded in all their losses this year (exception Nebraska) Two things are needed for continued success: 1) Czinano's development must continue and 2) Coach Bluder must find a viable replacement for the #4 spot. WHile Warnock has shown to be a competent #4, its not her position. She is a #3 player.