GVSU Women's Basketball hopes to reload for title repeat

Gearing up for another playoff run

Building that connection early is important, especially as the Lakers, who rank No. 1 in the Midwest Region look to get off to a strong start to the regular season.

"There's a lot of learning in the beginning, so if we come out attacking and being aggressive, I think that'll be a big step in helping us get after these first couple games," said Kamin.

The women's basketball team opens the season against Missouri Western State on October 31 as part of the Midwest Classic. Including the game against Missouri Western State, the Lakers' first five games of the season will be on the road.

The team's home opener is against Northwood on November 30.

"We want to play fast," VanSstee said about how the team hopes to come out early in the season. "We're looking for a certain pace of play that we want to get to. Being tenacious on both ends of the floor is what we're trying to do."

Williams emphasized the importance of taking things one game at a time and always asking 'What is next?' He said the transition from losing veterans to graduation and bringing up a younger team has gone well so far, but that the players will not know for sure until they get on the court.

"This is a completely different year, a completely different team," Williams said. "We talk about that all the time. Just go and do your best. If we can focus on that, I think we'll be in good shape."

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