March 2020 UConn Recruiting Thread [merged]

[Sluconn Husky]

The Jordan Brand Classic has been cancelled. I'd assume the McDonald's AA game won't be far behind. And the BioSteel game Aaliyah Edwards is scheduled to play in.

 

[jabstep]

This reminds me of the REM song it's the end of the world as we know it. Now we can argue about who is starting next year.

 

[Plebe]

Now we can argue about who is starting next year.

Hasn't that already been happening all season long?

 

[UcMiami]

Hasn't that already been happening all season long?

No, that was just a few mild discussions about possible line-ups. One we enter the off season the knives and guns come out!

 

[MilfordHusky]

This reminds me of the REM song it's the end of the world as we know it. Now we can argue about who is starting next year.

Are we sure there will be a next season? This is not business as usual. Hopefully, we will get back to that soon.

 

[Argonaut]

No, that was just a few mild discussions about possible line-ups. One we enter the off season the knives and guns come out!

Now, now.

It’s only torches and pitchforks. Not like we’re VolNation...

 

[MilfordHusky]

Yes, I believe that you are much closer to Azzi!

I've seen 3 of Saylor's games this season. I've seen 9 of Azzi's games over 3 seasons. So, you must be right!

 

[MilfordHusky]

Oh, I heard you were in her five!

I wish! Saylor seemed pleased that part of HuskyNation had ventured out to see her and was kind enough to shake my hand and pose for a photo. I'm not pushing it beyond that. I hope to see her several times next season. Let's hope next season is not affected.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Annnnd the McDonald's AA game is cancelled.

 

[MilfordHusky]

Annnnd the McDonald's AA game is cancelled.

Now there’s really no reason to go to Houston.

Granddaughter’s birthday party—cancelled.

McD’s All-American game—cancelled.

 

[Ozimoto]

Well, you get to save your travel points for next season.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

3/12

Paige Bueckers: 15 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists

Hopkins advanced to the state final.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Amari DeBerry won't get a chance at a state title as the final has been cancelled.

But here's a nice piece on her and Geno's trip to watch her last night (3/11):

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DeBerry’s gifts were evident from the outset. She clearly has the size and skills to play at an elite level. In the first three minutes, she nailed a three-pointer, blocked a shot, and passed adeptly out of a double team to set up a Billies teammate for a basket.


But DeBerry, who can be overeager on defense, picked up her fourth foul early in the second half, forcing her teammates to play without her for about eight minutes. No matter. They didn’t lose any of their nine-point lead. She admitted she had been nervous, playing in front of her legendary future coach.

...

Not surprisingly, she has dreams of one day joining her in the WNBA one day, too. “Yeah,” she said. “I’ll keep playing as long as I can.”

The man standing top right in the arena Wednesday night will be thrilled to see her play for four long years. Auriemma didn’t have to say a thing. His presence said it all.

UConn-bound Amari DeBerry will surely have more championship chances

Jerry Sullivan writes about perhaps the brightest women’s basketball phenom in Western New York history, and Geno Auriemma.

www.wivb.com

 

[MilfordHusky]

Saylor's tournament games have been postponed indefinitely.

 

[UcMiami]

Not surprised that many states have joined CT in ending their tournaments early.

Saw that some of the college conferences have terminated recruiting activity as well as training and competition. I assume that is 'in person' recruiting, sure the texts and calls will continue.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

3/12

Lauren Betts: 21 points, at least 6 blocks to help Grandview into the 5A title game.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[UcMiami]

Well - I think Paige and other seniors should be allowed to repeat her senior year of HS so she has a chance to play the championship game - would only be fair since we are discussing similar situation for the college seniors.

 

[MilfordHusky]

Paige and Hopkins got oh-so close.

 

[Plebe]

NCAA suspends all recruiting through April 15

All recruiting, on and off campus, for Division I sports has been suspended by the NCAA until April 15

www.espn.com

 

[eebmg]

NCAA suspends all recruiting through April 15

All recruiting, on and off campus, for Division I sports has been suspended by the NCAA until April 15

www.espn.com

Maybe Tax Day is suspended too?

 

[j66kicker]

Maybe Tax Day is suspended too?

Seriously, "postponement" is being discussed (by those whose primary concern is the health of the economy vs. the health of the people)

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Hopkins' coach Brian Cosgrove interviewed about the cancellation of the state final. Said Geno had planned on attending.

Hopkins girls hoops coach Brian Cosgriff expresses sadness in not getting to play 4A title game

The Hopkins girls hoops team was hoping to put its 62-game winning streak on the line Saturday night. They were supposed to play Farmington for the 4A state title at the Barn. We talked with coach Brian Cosgriff, who expressed sadness that his team won't get a chance to defend its championship...

kstp.com

 

[donalddoowop]

Does anyone know how Saylor compares to Brunell when Brunell was a junior? Is she as talented?

 

[Sluconn Husky]

The New Mexico girls state tourney was allowed to be played to conclusion. Jaelyn Bates and Volcano Vista came up short in the 5A title game. Bates went 4-13 for 12 points in the title game. She helped get them to the final with games of 21 points and 19 points with 7 rebounds.