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Message: [QUOTE="LpoolNative, post: 5676084, member: 10905"] The combination of V. Bol Brown and Kittle has fundamentally altered how opponents can attack us. Teams simply haven’t been able to generate consistent production inside — look at Maryland and St. Joe’s as examples. Entry feeds and crease touches have been limited, and even when opponents do manage to penetrate, they’re typically met by the physical presence of Figgy, Dwan, and Chuck being probably the most physical kid on our defense. That interior resistance has reduced the need for McCool to steal games; he’s had timely moments, but he hasn’t had to carry an excessive load because the defense in front of him has been structurally sound. Offensively, the most noticeable leap has been Joey’s development. He’s clearly operating at a higher level — more confident, more decisive, and more efficient. What separates this group from the last three seasons, though, is the depth and balance of the second midfield line. That unit brings speed, athleticism, and quick decision-making, which prevents defenses from overloading Joey and Leo as primary scorers. Hahn, Bear, Hottle, and others have taken meaningful steps forward, absorbing pressure and extending possessions. The result is a more dynamic offense. Rather than relying on isolation from one or two premier scorers, we now generate threats from multiple initiation points. Being able to invert or feed Bear and let him win downhill is a legitimate structural advantage — it forces slides early and distorts defensive rotations. That kind of versatility makes the offense significantly more difficult to scout and scheme against than it has been in recent years [/QUOTE]

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