The old adage is "90% preparation, 10% perspiration." I think Temple may have it backwards based on some of the players past comments. Perhaps JDC can follow up at the press conference.
All season we've heard some players say, "We can't worry about our opponents. We're only concerned about ourselves." Is this a simple player motto like "what's next?" Or is it an actual coaching strategy. Improving "our game" is important in spring and summer camp, but I wonder if this is the best mindset during the season. At this stage of the season, should the Owls be focusing on their opponents and develop solid game day strategies?
They beat Penn State out of the gate and limped to the finish against Cincy. They barely beat a truly crappy UMass team and struggled against dogs like SMU and UCF. Does Rhule and his staff prepare properly for their opponents? Is he a good "game day coach?"
This would be a great question at the press conference this week. Is Temple fully focused on Memphis this week or are they "worrying about themselves?" How do you prepare for Paxton Lynch and a potent passing attack? How do they attack the Memphis defense?
Each opponent has different strengths, weaknesses, and threats. It doesn't sound right to "worry about yourself" Is the new "Rhule: 10% preparation and 90% perspiration? "
The beat-down at the hands of USF is a wake up call, and game day strategy likely needs more attention.
All season we've heard some players say, "We can't worry about our opponents. We're only concerned about ourselves." Is this a simple player motto like "what's next?" Or is it an actual coaching strategy. Improving "our game" is important in spring and summer camp, but I wonder if this is the best mindset during the season. At this stage of the season, should the Owls be focusing on their opponents and develop solid game day strategies?
They beat Penn State out of the gate and limped to the finish against Cincy. They barely beat a truly crappy UMass team and struggled against dogs like SMU and UCF. Does Rhule and his staff prepare properly for their opponents? Is he a good "game day coach?"
This would be a great question at the press conference this week. Is Temple fully focused on Memphis this week or are they "worrying about themselves?" How do you prepare for Paxton Lynch and a potent passing attack? How do they attack the Memphis defense?
Each opponent has different strengths, weaknesses, and threats. It doesn't sound right to "worry about yourself" Is the new "Rhule: 10% preparation and 90% perspiration? "
The beat-down at the hands of USF is a wake up call, and game day strategy likely needs more attention.
