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[Geew1992]

Imploding…

 

[Bigboote]

Given that Barker transferred last year, does she have to sit a year? There's nothing in the article saying she's graduated, not that that means she hasn't . . .

Or maybe they get extra mulligans now.

 

[Geew1992]

Given that Barker transferred last year, does she have to sit a year? There's nothing in the article saying she's graduated, not that that means she hasn't . . .

Or maybe they get extra mulligans now.

No. No one has to out unless they hit the portal after the deadline

 

[TheFarmFan]

And then:

Cross-posting my comment from the main portal thread because now I'm kind of confused about where to carry on this conversation:

Here's where I'm super confused. Everyone said Aarinsalo lost her starting spot when Rice came back from injury, but it's not true: she lost it to Jones, once it was clear the pecking order was Rice > Jones > Aarsinalo. For a while, Rice & Aarnisalo were starting together and Jones was subbing in for either of them.

So I could see Aarnisalo desiring more playing time because, TBH, I think she's a better true point guard than either Rice, who is more of a combo guard, or Jones, who is basically a shooting guard that is tinkerbell sized.

But WTF is Jones leaving? She started on a national championship caliber team, and the whole class behind her just left. Where could she possibly get a better gig than at UCLA?

As for Barker, I'll be honest: she was one of the rawest, undisciplined juniors I've seen. Almost every time she came in, within a minute or two she'd commit a silly foul, cause a turnover, or take a bad shot. She has a ton of talent, for sure, but boy did she not play with discipline. So I guess I also didn't feel like I was seeing her consistently do on the court what she needed to do to merit being in the starter conversation, especially when even Timea Gardiner was coming off the bench. (And backing this up with stats, Barker had the most turnovers per 40 mins on the team, was 7th in eFG%, and by far the highest fouls per 40 minutes among anyone with meaningful playing time.)

 

[Geew1992]

 

[darrell]

Sadly saw this coming. Q has so much potential, I hope she finds a good home.

 

[Vowelguy]

Imploding…

Nah. I figured Barker would leave.

The key players are still there plus add Lwger-Walker and baby Betts. And now they’ve got a bunch of room to go after 3 point shooters in the portal.

 

[Stagnant]

Good luck Q.

 

[meyers7]

Kinda expected.

Although she did get herself a NC. Now she can go get some playing time.

 

[VivaLsVgs]

 

[Blue Huskie]

Much respect for this joyful young woman. Even though she didn't get the PT she certainly must have hoped for she was always cheerful and rooting for her team all the time. Best of luck wherever you go. May it it be a happy experience.

 

[Hayven]

Thank you for choosing UConn, Q! Best of luck wherever you go

 

[oldude]

Certainly not a surprise. Q had no real path to PT at UConn. Best wishes to her wherever she lands.

 

[dtbtbtb]

it was expected. She was the last player to get into games and her prospects for next season didn't look promising. She's got a championship now and hopefully can get to place where she gets good minutes.

 

[jdote33]

I agree. Not surprising and wishing her the best. I still remember the NC State game her freshman year. One of the few bright in that game

 

[BobbyJ]

A wise decision, no surprise at all. Best of luck to her.

 

[Stagnant]

I definitely expected it to happen. She gets to leave as a national champion.

 

[Charliebball]

I think she's seen the writing on the wall.........I hope Q picks a slightly less competitive program so that she'll get the minutes she wants........she might very well start for a number of programs........how about Georgetown for her to be close to home?

 

[Rb335]

I agree. Not surprising and wishing her the best. I still remember the NC State game her freshman year. One of the few bright in that game

That NC state game showed a lot of promise, and she did hit a big 3 in last years elite 8 game. Hope she can find a spot where she can find meaningful minutes and regain that form. Not surprised by this and think it’s probably the right decision for her. Wish her luck.

 

[jaydee602]

Qadence had a productive freshman season & expected to be a key contributor in 24/25.
But the additions of Chen, Cheli, Ziebell, Strong, etc limited her playing time. Despite this, her attitude always stayed positive & she gave 100% in a limited role. She was a very loyal, supportive teammate.
Good luck to Q!







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[VaConnFan11]

I actually thought she was going to transfer last year.

 

[Henry]

Best of luck wherever you end up, Qadence.

 

[cancontent]

Nah. I figured Barker would leave.

The key players are still there plus add Lwger-Walker and baby Betts. And now they’ve got a bunch of room to go after 3 point shooters in the portal.

Who are their key players outside of Betts, Rice and Leger-Walker at this point? Is Jaquez a junior?

 

[victor64]

I think she improved so much since she first enrolled.

I hope she lands at a place that fully utilizes her skills.

There just was no room in inn at UConn.

 

[jaydee602]

I actually thought she was going to transfer last year.

She had a productive freshman year, even contributing in the NCAA tourney. She just didn't foresee the influx of players who would surpass her for playing time.