Cooper Flagg sets official UConn Visit!

[HooperScooper]

I don't think the Flagg family is staying in Florida once the boys finish high school. So location once again might be worth something in his recruitment.

Maine basketball fans will have a chance to see Newport natives Cooper and Ace Flagg in person this winter.

Montverde Academy, the national basketball power for which the Flagg twins play, will play two games in Maine this winter, the Florida prep school confirmed Wednesday.

“It’s exciting for the boys and it’s exciting for our community,” said Kelly Flagg, who has been consulted by Montverde Academy regarding the upcoming games here. “I know that there are a lot of Maine fans that are going to be excited to be able to come and see them play, if they didn’t get a chance to go to Springfield (Massachusetts, in January) last year. They’ll definitely want to come out and see them in Maine.”

Cooper Flagg’s prep team to play two games in Portland this winter

Flagg, and his twin brother, Ace, will return to Maine in January for games between Florida's Montverde Academy and opponents yet to be determined.

www.pressherald.com

 

[RayIsTheGOAT]

It all depends on what Flagg values. The football game concerns are ridiculous.

Player development- advantage UConn. Hurley is more proven than Scheyer.

Chance to win a national championship- slight edge to UConn but probably a moot point.

Conference- Advantage UConn probably.

NIL and media exposure- advantage Duke. He’d get plenty of exposure wherever he goes, but Duke is Duke. The ESPN darling. We all saw the Zion circus.

It’s an uphill battle for UConn but it’s not like Hurley is recruiting against Coach K. And never count out Bill $elf.

 

[auror]

I don't think the Flagg family is staying in Florida once the boys finish high school. So location once again might be worth something in his recruitment.

Cooper Flagg’s prep team to play two games in Portland this winter

Flagg, and his twin brother, Ace, will return to Maine in January for games between Florida's Montverde Academy and opponents yet to be determined.

www.pressherald.com

Since the family has already moved once to support their burgeoning careers, I would expect them to do the same again for college. Duke is definitely buying them a house nearby (see Zion), so I expect we'll need to do the same. Maybe a Real Estate firm NIL deal.

We would likely be a cheaper drive vs. flight to come see a couple times when he's in college for the extended family though.

 

[HooperScooper]

Since the family has already moved once to support their burgeoning careers, I would expect them to do the same again for college. Duke is definitely buying them a house nearby (see Zion), so I expect we'll need to do the same. Maybe a Real Estate firm NIL deal.

We would likely be a cheaper drive vs. flight to come see a couple times when he's in college for the extended family though.

What if the 2 boys go to different colleges? Is Duke taking Ace also?

 

[BackAftaThis]

Since the family has already moved once to support their burgeoning careers, I would expect them to do the same again for college. Duke is definitely buying them a house nearby (see Zion), so I expect we'll need to do the same. Maybe a Real Estate firm NIL deal.

We would likely be a cheaper drive vs. flight to come see a couple times when he's in college for the extended family though.

Why would they need a house bought for them? Wouldn’t they just need a 1 year house rental? It’s not like they’re going to stay in the college town once he’s drafted

 

[Chin Diesel]

Why would they need a house bought for them? Wouldn’t they just need a 1 year house rental? It’s not like they’re going to stay in the college town once he’s drafted

No, but when the family sells it and gets to pocket the profit, that's a better deal than a one year rental.

 

[TheChamps990411]

NIL and media exposure- advantage Duke. He’d get plenty of exposure wherever he goes, but Duke is Duke. The ESPN darling. We all saw the Zion circus.

Itll be a circus here too. Flagg coming here takes this program to another level. Imho we become the bad guys.

 

[CL82]

Itll be a circus here too. Flagg coming here takes this program to another level. Imho we become the bad guys.

 

[TheShot1990]

Agree

"It is better to be feared than to be loved, if one cannot be both." - Niccolò Machiavelli

 

[QuickDraw]

Agree
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"It is better to be feared than to be loved, if one cannot be both." - Niccolò Machiavelli

yea but he was wrong

 

[HooperScooper]

So why would UConn even bother, if he’s such a heavy Duke lean? Well, why not? The Huskies are the reigning national champions, and will certainly be a preseason top-10 pick. They have had four players selected in the past three NBA drafts, including a pair of lottery picks (Jordan Hawkins, James Bouknight). And they could have two more lottery picks next summer in Donovan Clingan and freshman Stephon Castle.

Cooper Flagg visits Storrs this weekend. Can UConn lure top basketball recruit from his dream school?

The UConn men's basketball team will have No. 1 national recruit Cooper Flagg on campus this weekend, and remains in the mix for other top 2024, 2025 targets.

www.nhregister.com

Alternate access:

Cooper Flagg visits Storrs this weekend. Can UConn lure top basketball recruit from his dream school?​

 

[Com'rGordon]

Have we set anything special up for Cooper's visit?

 

[uconnfan68]

I don't think the Flagg family is staying in Florida once the boys finish high school. So location once again might be worth something in his recruitment.

Maine basketball fans will have a chance to see Newport natives Cooper and Ace Flagg in person this winter.

Montverde Academy, the national basketball power for which the Flagg twins play, will play two games in Maine this winter, the Florida prep school confirmed Wednesday.

“It’s exciting for the boys and it’s exciting for our community,” said Kelly Flagg, who has been consulted by Montverde Academy regarding the upcoming games here. “I know that there are a lot of Maine fans that are going to be excited to be able to come and see them play, if they didn’t get a chance to go to Springfield (Massachusetts, in January) last year. They’ll definitely want to come out and see them in Maine.”

Cooper Flagg’s prep team to play two games in Portland this winter

Flagg, and his twin brother, Ace, will return to Maine in January for games between Florida's Montverde Academy and opponents yet to be determined.

www.pressherald.com

Didn't know he had a twin... just get him! He's 6'7", 180# SF, and shoots almost 45% from 3.

 

[kansashusky]

So why would UConn even bother, if he’s such a heavy Duke lean? Well, why not? The Huskies are the reigning national champions, and will certainly be a preseason top-10 pick. They have had four players selected in the past three NBA drafts, including a pair of lottery picks (Jordan Hawkins, James Bouknight). And they could have two more lottery picks next summer in Donovan Clingan and freshman Stephon Castle.

Cooper Flagg visits Storrs this weekend. Can UConn lure top basketball recruit from his dream school?

The UConn men's basketball team will have No. 1 national recruit Cooper Flagg on campus this weekend, and remains in the mix for other top 2024, 2025 targets.

www.nhregister.com

Alternate access:

Cooper Flagg visits Storrs this weekend. Can UConn lure top basketball recruit from his dream school?​

Only other name mention is PN. Looks like staff will be focusing on the portal instead of 24 rest of the way.

 

[StllH8L8ner]

Agree

"It is better to be feared than to be loved, if one cannot be both." - Niccolò Machiavelli

 

[CL82]

Just being in the battle and being official visit for Flagg benefits the brand. That said, Hurley has never struck me as huge type who does things for a participation award. Hurley works relentlessly and his time is at a premium. We are going after Flagg because Hurley thinks he's got a decent shot at landing him. And why not? We are the most successful program in the country over the last quarter century and are coming off our fifth national championship. Our facilities are excellent and our fan base is absolutely rabid. Of course both of those things can also be said about Duke and Kansas. We are far from a lock, but we're in the hunt. I look forward to Hurley's and the staff working their magic during Flagg's official visit.

(Also, kudos to Borges for sneaking in a "capturing (the) Flagg" reference in the article.)

 

[Mr. French]

Unless Ace wants to be a star somewhere, any school would offer him as well if that's an issue.

He can play too.

 

[jibsey]

Is there a bar/ restaurant by campus that has great atmosphere? I would skip the Capitol Grill.

 

[Waquoit]

Is there a bar/ restaurant by campus that has great atmosphere? I would skip the Capitol Grill.

They can hit the Sportsbook at the XL Center!

 

[Rico444]

ESPN is still the largest sports network, he will get a ton of exposure on their channel if he goes to Duke.

 

[superjohn]

ESPN is still the largest sports network, he will get a ton of exposure on their channel if he goes to Duke.

He's going to get a ton of exposure wherever he goes and he's going to be the #1 pick wherever he goes.

 

[karstenkibbe]

Have we set anything special up for Cooper's visit?

Fried whole belly clams, whoopie pies and a wild blueberry shake.

 

[uchusky32]

Fried whole belly clams, whoopie pies and a wild blueberry shake.

Mac n cheese