Luke Holmes

[jem101]

Holmes just tweeted this: "Just one more game. #cantwait #excitedisnottheword" I think he's going to provide the team a much needed boost and the experience he will bring will be invaluable to this young team. Where does everyone think he will fit in? If I had to guess, I'd see him taking over for Schmitt, but who knows.

[yazan07]

Holmes just tweeted this: "Just one more game. #cantwait #excitedisnottheword" I think he's going to provide the team a much needed boost and the experience he will bring will be invaluable to this young team. Where does everyone think he will fit in? If I had to guess, I'd see him taking over for Schmitt, but who knows.

Yeah I think Holmes will start on the wing opposite of Quinn. We have a seen a few different guys start at that spot including Portillos, Schmitt, and most recently Stevenson. I think this has all been Porter trying to find someone to fill that position until Luke comes back. I Look forward to seeing how he impacts our game.

[AkronZip54321]

Holmes just tweeted this: "Just one more game. #cantwait #excitedisnottheword" I think he's going to provide the team a much needed boost and the experience he will bring will be invaluable to this young team. Where does everyone think he will fit in? If I had to guess, I'd see him taking over for Schmitt, but who knows.

Yeah I think Holmes will start on the wing opposite of Quinn. We have a seen a few different guys start at that spot including Portillos, Schmitt, and most recently Stevenson. I think this has all been Porter trying to find someone to fill that position until Luke comes back. I Look forward to seeing how he impacts our game.

What I think eventually happens is we do 1 of 2 things:the 2009 system. the back 4, then Balogun (zemanski role), Trapp (Gavin role) and Caldwell (Ampai role) as 3 central midfielders and Quinn (Nanchoff role) on the left. With Holmes (Nagbe role) off of Mattocks (Bunbury role). This system was a pleasure to watch and difficult for opposing teams to deal with because the right side was left open for Sarkodie, and Yeddelin would thrive in such a system. This may take time to get down and being already late September when he comes back they may go for a more simple approach to developing a system which brings me to my second ideathe 2010 system was essentially a 4-4-2 with a diamond midfield or a 4-1-3-2. The 4 midfielders were all pretty central allowing the width to come from the outside backs who were so comfortable going forward. Holmes would much more thrive in a central role off of a main striker like Mattocks rather then in a wide role (although he could certainly do a job in such a role). The reason we've played 4-3-3 up to this point is simply personnel. We dont have anyone besides Mattocks who is an out and out striker and Holmes certainly is just that. Also we did avert to a 4-4-1 when down a man vs New Mexico and all 4 midfielders looked very comfortable in their roles playing a tighter diamond shape. here's how I'd line us up vs OSU on Wed.Holmes and Mattocks up front; Diamond Midfield - Caldwell attacking mid, Trapp and Quinn, and Balogun holding; Back 4 of Mayer, Barson, Gallego, and Yeddelin.

[GoZipsGoZips]

Holmes just tweeted this: "Just one more game. #cantwait #excitedisnottheword" I think he's going to provide the team a much needed boost and the experience he will bring will be invaluable to this young team. Where does everyone think he will fit in? If I had to guess, I'd see him taking over for Schmitt, but who knows.

Yeah I think Holmes will start on the wing opposite of Quinn. We have a seen a few different guys start at that spot including Portillos, Schmitt, and most recently Stevenson. I think this has all been Porter trying to find someone to fill that position until Luke comes back. I Look forward to seeing how he impacts our game.

What I think eventually happens is we do 1 of 2 things:the 2009 system. the back 4, then Balogun (zemanski role), Trapp (Gavin role) and Caldwell (Ampai role) as 3 central midfielders and Quinn (Nanchoff role) on the left. With Holmes (Nagbe role) off of Mattocks (Bunbury role). This system was a pleasure to watch and difficult for opposing teams to deal with because the right side was left open for Sarkodie, and Yeddelin would thrive in such a system. This may take time to get down and being already late September when he comes back they may go for a more simple approach to developing a system which brings me to my second ideathe 2010 system was essentially a 4-4-2 with a diamond midfield or a 4-1-3-2. The 4 midfielders were all pretty central allowing the width to come from the outside backs who were so comfortable going forward. Holmes would much more thrive in a central role off of a main striker like Mattocks rather then in a wide role (although he could certainly do a job in such a role). The reason we've played 4-3-3 up to this point is simply personnel. We dont have anyone besides Mattocks who is an out and out striker and Holmes certainly is just that. Also we did avert to a 4-4-1 when down a man vs New Mexico and all 4 midfielders looked very comfortable in their roles playing a tighter diamond shape. here's how I'd line us up vs OSU on Wed.Holmes and Mattocks up front; Diamond Midfield - Caldwell attacking mid, Trapp and Quinn, and Balogun holding; Back 4 of Mayer, Barson, Gallego, and Yeddelin.

Yep...But who is this guy who "played at a high level"?I think that he sits behind me in section 203... maybe in the same row as Caldwell's parents... or close to it.

[GoZipsGoZips]

Holmes just tweeted this: "Just one more game. #cantwait #excitedisnottheword" I think he's going to provide the team a much needed boost and the experience he will bring will be invaluable to this young team. Where does everyone think he will fit in? If I had to guess, I'd see him taking over for Schmitt, but who knows.

Yeah I think Holmes will start on the wing opposite of Quinn. We have a seen a few different guys start at that spot including Portillos, Schmitt, and most recently Stevenson. I think this has all been Porter trying to find someone to fill that position until Luke comes back. I Look forward to seeing how he impacts our game.

What I think eventually happens is we do 1 of 2 things:the 2009 system. the back 4, then Balogun (zemanski role), Trapp (Gavin role) and Caldwell (Ampai role) as 3 central midfielders and Quinn (Nanchoff role) on the left. With Holmes (Nagbe role) off of Mattocks (Bunbury role). This system was a pleasure to watch and difficult for opposing teams to deal with because the right side was left open for Sarkodie, and Yeddelin would thrive in such a system. This may take time to get down and being already late September when he comes back they may go for a more simple approach to developing a system which brings me to my second ideathe 2010 system was essentially a 4-4-2 with a diamond midfield or a 4-1-3-2. The 4 midfielders were all pretty central allowing the width to come from the outside backs who were so comfortable going forward. Holmes would much more thrive in a central role off of a main striker like Mattocks rather then in a wide role (although he could certainly do a job in such a role). The reason we've played 4-3-3 up to this point is simply personnel. We dont have anyone besides Mattocks who is an out and out striker and Holmes certainly is just that. Also we did avert to a 4-4-1 when down a man vs New Mexico and all 4 midfielders looked very comfortable in their roles playing a tighter diamond shape. here's how I'd line us up vs OSU on Wed.Holmes and Mattocks up front; Diamond Midfield - Caldwell attacking mid, Trapp and Quinn, and Balogun holding; Back 4 of Mayer, Barson, Gallego, and Yeddelin.

I vote for the 2010 system... Holmes central... good position for balls off of defenders and off of bars... if he is not free to take a pass. I just wish that he was 6'4" for set plays.

[Zip_ME87]

Whatever system ends up being employed, I'm just thankful that we have the MOST AWESOME HEAD COACH who knows how to adjust the system to the players' talents.

[bisbee]

It sure isn't me Never played a day in my life.

[TheTank123]

My only request is that we start spelling Yedlin's name right...I have't heard a Yeddelin before. :-)

[fknbuflobo]

I too look for Holmes in the withdrawn F role, which is essentially what everyone is trying to find a different way to say.Incidentally, Yedlin played a whale of a match Sunday.

[TheTank123]

I too look for Holmes in the withdrawn F role, which is essentially what everyone is trying to find a different way to say.Incidentally, Yedlin played a whale of a match Sunday.

The way I see it, the team has two distinct weaknesses:1. Transition defense between the midfield and defense.2. Link up play between the midfield and forwards.Holmes will help with number 2, I don't know who/what is going to help with number 1.

[Z.I.P.]

You must not have heard the guys from FSC do Friday nite's game! They had multiple pronunciations for DeA. Personally, I remember a former UA Classics professor, Isaac Yetiv, whose name I've already gotten confused with DeAndre's!

[TheTank123]

LOL the best part was that they got his name right in the beginning of the game then butchered it towards the end. Makes no sense.

[bisbee]

So what were they calling him? He looked like the same guy on the field

[jem101]

Holmes Named Top Drawer Soccer's Player of the Week! Welcome to the Zips Luke!

[bisbee]

He definitely is the final piece we need to make run for another title

[MDZip]

Pretty impressive to be named National Player of the week the very first week you play in the NCAA. Wow.

[bisbee]

The kid is definitely a player as evidenced by his prior years of play.

[Dave in Green]

After seeing Holmes play and the dimension he adds to the Zips offense, you can definitely see where his presence might have made a difference in those two early season ties.

[bisbee]

Totally agree

[MDZip]

You know, I did not have huge expectations for this year. I expected to win the MAC, make the NCAA tournament and perhaps win a game or two. Normally those would be very high expectations but not for this program. How many teams could continue to compete at a very high level after losing 7 key starters from the year before? After seeing the whole package (including Luke), though, I absolutely would not rule out the Zips making another run to the College Cup. And that is just amazing.

[johnnyzip84]

You know, I did not have huge expectations for this year. I expected to win the MAC, make the NCAA tournament and perhaps win a game or two. Normally those would be very high expectations but not for this program. How many teams could continue to compete at a very high level after losing 7 key starters from the year before? After seeing the whole package (including Luke), though, I absolutely would not rule out the Zips making another run to the College Cup. And that is just amazing.

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[yazan07]

You know, I did not have huge expectations for this year. I expected to win the MAC, make the NCAA tournament and perhaps win a game or two. Normally those would be very high expectations but not for this program. How many teams could continue to compete at a very high level after losing 7 key starters from the year before? After seeing the whole package (including Luke), though, I absolutely would not rule out the Zips making another run to the College Cup. And that is just amazing.

True dat. I had the same expectations and now I feel the same way. Caleb Porter for president!

[tbozeglav]

True dat. I had the same expectations and now I feel the same way. Caleb Porter for president!

My concern is how susceptible we'll be if someone were to get injured. I know, extreme route, but its a possibility and I won't get my hopes up because this team was never heralded as an immediate repeat contender. Ill just start clearing space on my credit card for a potential december road trip to the south... thats all...

[fknbuflobo]

True dat. I had the same expectations and now I feel the same way. Caleb Porter for president!

My concern is how susceptible we'll be if someone were to get injured. I know, extreme route, but its a possibility and I won't get my hopes up because this team was never heralded as an immediate repeat contender. Ill just start clearing space on my credit card for a potential december road trip to the south... thats all...

Alabama is beautiful in the late Fall!

[robh91]

You know, I did not have huge expectations for this year. I expected to win the MAC, make the NCAA tournament and perhaps win a game or two. Normally those would be very high expectations but not for this program. How many teams could continue to compete at a very high level after losing 7 key starters from the year before? After seeing the whole package (including Luke), though, I absolutely would not rule out the Zips making another run to the College Cup. And that is just amazing.

True dat. I had the same expectations and now I feel the same way. Caleb Porter for president!

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