Hey all, new to the site.
Obviously, coaches everywhere are extremely frustrated with the new handchecking rules. It's going to change the way college basketball is played for the worst. It's going to hurt some teams more than others. I think that this rule will help teams with length, athleticism, and great on ball defense. Guards who can't move their feet are going to be the most effective as we enter this area of supposedly non physical play. I can't help but wonder if this new rule only benefits the Hoosiers defensively in comparison with other schools. Could are defense actually be the deciding factor in our season? Is our defense the identity that Crean is looking for? I realize that it was just an exhibition against Hillsdale, but I thought the on ball defense for the Hoosiers was absolutely incredible. Not only that, when a shooter had a window, it was quickly closed by a Hoosier flying out with a long arm in their face. This team is long, athletic, and can gain offensive momentum through fundamental defense. Has anyone else been impressed with the D this year?
-ICWT
