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the Q said:
she probably should be playing ball for at least a decade. And if she make good 6 figures over seas at 21....hard to say not to do that. She can set up an investment portfolio so she’d never have to work again either way.

question for the finance professionals, can she get up a 529 or coverdell for herself to pay for school tax free when she’s done playing?
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You can establish a 529 plan for yourself, but bear in mind that such plans only help you avoid taxes on earnings. You are still required to play State & federal taxes for contributions to 529 plans.
 
One way to think about the impact of Megan leaving on next year's team is to think of Evina replacing Megan. I know that they are not exactly the same type of player, but she could make up the bulk of Megan's scoring. She's certainly talented enough to do so. Then Geno needs to find a replacement for Crystal. Paige is a possibility, or he slides Evina there and goes with a bigger player - Griffin or Edwards. Either way, it should be talented and formidable starting five, if not as experienced as we would have been with Megan. The real impact is on the bench, with it having one less player and the uncertainty of the bench being comprised of 4 to 5 freshman and no upperclassmen. Given that we will have eight players who are freshmen, sophomores or transfers, their development over the course of the season (which means be patient next year) will be the determining factor in our success.
 
oldude said:
You can establish a 529 plan for yourself, but bear in mind that such plans only help you avoid taxes on earnings. You are still required to play State & federal taxes for contributions to 529 plans.
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so it’s basically like a Roth IRA except its only tax exempt for school expenses?
 
BostonBay said:
We need Azzi Fudd more than ever. When is the earliest she can commit?
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After the Coronavirus pandemic subsides because right now no one knows what is going to happen to the 2019-2020 athletics, both college and HS.
Especially if seniors at every level get a re-do just because they missed their post season tournaments.
Otherwise I believe it will be November during the early signing period.

And just like what happened with Boston, currently there isn't even a hint that she will commit to UConn, other than the fact that she is buddies with Paige. So let me ask this, when was the last time that two close friends enrolled at the same D-1 institution?
(I really don't know the answer to this question.)
 
I can envision the WNBA shutting down this season. If that happens who knows if it will ever re-start...out of sight out of mind...And if overseas teams do play most of the good W players will get on a submarine and play there meaning less roster spots available..I hope Meg thought about this possiblity...although I hear home depot is hiring.....
 
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Centerstream said:
After the Coronavirus pandemic subsides because right now no one knows what is going to happen to the 2019-2020 athletics, both college and HS.
Especially if seniors at every level get a re-do just because they missed their post season tournaments.
Otherwise I believe it will be November during the early signing period.

And just like what happened with Boston, currently there isn't even a hint that she will commit to UConn, other than the fact that she is buddies with Paige. So let me ask this, when was the last time that two close friends enrolled at the same D-1 institution?
(I really don't know the answer to this question.)
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Lou & Pheesa
 
I know that hand-wringing is a cherished Boneyard tradition but won't the influx of new talent and the expected maturation of current players maintain UConn's position as a championship contender? Top recruit Paige Birausi is said to have the leadership qualities and unselfishness of Bird with the swagger and scoring ability of Taurasi. Others bring toughness and athleticism. Let it play out; I bet it will be a very entertaining and successful season.
 
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BBallF said:
The choice isn't between "stay in school and never play pro ball" or "play pro ball now". The choice is "stay in school, get your degree for free, improve your game, build up your body more, win a NC, try to be a POY nationally, and then play pro ball" or "play pro ball now." There may not even be a league this year. Then what? As for the "getting hurt" issue, there is the same risk playing in the pros, in fact it is higher because it is two leagues in two seasons. It's not like she will be signing a multiyear multimillion dollar contract after April 17. In addition, she can purchase insurance against injury now. Finally, I sincerely doubt that she will be set up for life financially even if she plays a decade which is certainly not a given. The prospective earnings are just not that great. She isn't Diana or Breanna. I just disagree with the choice as do many others and I don't understand it but the fact that she made it brought many other factors about her that were pointed out in the prior posts into sharp focus and I am now looking forward to a very cohesive and fun team next season.
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I’m not disagreeing with you. It’s a weird time for everyone to declare. I was surprised.

But she’s going to make some good money overseas...if they actually have a league this year...
 
CocoHusky said:
We lost three games this year decisively in the front court. At a minimum Stanford, SC, Oregon State, and Baylor will all return front courts that could be potentially problematic for UCONN next season.
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There remains a lot of uncertainty related to Oregon State's front court for '20-'21. The two 6'9" underclassmen have yet to play for the Beavers. 6'6" Kennedy Brown will likely redshirt next season as she rehabs a torn ACL. 6'3" Taya Corosdale will be coming back after surgery to repair a torn hamstring.

Most observers believe that the Beavers will need to dip into the transfer portal to strengthen its front line to supplement 6'4" rising sophomore Taylor Jones.
 
JonathanXIV said:
One way to think about the impact of Megan leaving on next year's team is to think of Evina replacing Megan. I know that they are not exactly the same type of player, but she could make up the bulk of Megan's scoring. She's certainly talented enough to do so. Then Geno needs to find a replacement for Crystal. Paige is a possibility, or he slides Evina there and goes with a bigger player - Griffin or Edwards. Either way, it should be talented and formidable starting five, if not as experienced as we would have been with Megan. The real impact is on the bench, with it having one less player and the uncertainty of the bench being comprised of 4 to 5 freshman and no upperclassmen. Given that we will have eight players who are freshmen, sophomores or transfers, their development over the course of the season (which means be patient next year) will be the determining factor in our success.
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with MW gone if Geno goes with a smaller lineup with Bueckers at point along with Westbrook, Williams, Makurat (or Griffin) and ONO they will run most of their opponents out of the gym..............of course it's a two way street and against the bigger more skilled teams it might only be effective in small doses.........I sure hope Geno gives it a try..........
 
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Best of luck to Megan in her pro career. Hopefully there'll still be some pro basketball at some point this year...

Yes, she could have stood to improve if she had stayed another year, but I don't think she's left the most on the table in that respect, amongst early leaving UConn players. The one who really could have used more seasoning, IMO, was Azurá Stevens. Azurá would have been a star and center under heavy focus from opposing teams, and that would have been valuable experience indeed for the next level.
 
Simply put, this sucks. We all endured this year with the expectations that next year will be awesome with Megan leading the way. Now we’re all like “what just happened...”. Hopefully, CW steps up even more next year and the freshman come in ready to contribute.
 
Good luck to Megan. UConn will be in a similar position next year as they were this year. I'm hoping Paige can match Stewie's freshman year. Then, we'll win it all. Even if she doesn't, the year will be similar to this year. Very competitive with a good chance to make the final four. So the sky isn't falling, and I'll enjoy watching their journey.
 
While I don’t know which specific factors influenced Megan’s decision to turn pro, there are a couple of possibilities that are worth mentioning. We all know that Megan spent time training with WNBA ROY and former teammate Pheesa this past summer. Pheesa had a tremendous rookie year in the W and also got engaged. Certainly, Megan and Pheesa must have talke about life after college, and from Pheesa’s perspective, it had to look pretty good.

The second factor that’s worth noting is the exhibition game between USA basketball & UConn earlier this year. Megan was 9/16 with 22 pts and 7 rebounds. If she had any doubts about her ability to compete at the next level, that exhibition likely put such concerns to rest.
 
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So, if the WNBA cancels their upcoming season in the near future, what are Megan's options? Can she "undue" what she has done and return to UCONN for her senior year?
 
the Q said:
so it’s basically like a Roth IRA except its only tax exempt for school expenses?
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Exactly. It's not worth it for just 2-3 years. Each state administers their own plan. The state takes a management fee and their mutual fund provider (you don't get a choice - you must use that provider, with a small selection of funds) takes fund management fees which vary depending on the mix of funds you choose. And, if you set it up through a financial planner instead of directly with the state, then they take a cut too. Really need to shop and decide if it's worth it. In many cases it's no better than just paying the taxes, except you pay fees to money managers instead.
 
Scud49 said:
So, if the WNBA cancels their upcoming season in the near future, what are Megan's options? Can she "undue" what she has done and return to UCONN for her senior year?
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Part of declaring for the WNBA draft is a player “must” renounce all remaining NCAA eligibility. If there is no WNBA draft Megan can still return to school. If she chooses to sign and play professionally overseas this also removes any remaining NCAA eligibility.
 
With Megans announcement the 2020-21 Uconn Huskies just improved from this seasons 29-3 team that didn't have an identity and chemistry to a team that knows what it wants and will bust their butts to get there! More importantly there will be an unselfishness in this team that is going to help them bond in a way Uconn teams usually do unlike this past year!
 
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One thing that has occurred to me is if some of you say she knew all along to go pro this year. Why not do what Sabally did and announce sooner and have a senior night with CD and gang. I think she was still mulling the decision.
 
Charliebball said:
with MW gone if Geno goes with a smaller lineup with Bueckers at point along with Westbrook, Williams, Makurat (or Griffin) and ONO they will run most of their opponents out of the gym..............of course it's a two way street and against the bigger more skilled teams it might only be effective in small doses.........I sure hope Geno gives it a try..........
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Don't be concerned. There is a talented big coming to UConn next season.
 
BBallF said:
I would be telling my daughter to stay in school and get her degree because she will not be a basketball player her whole life.
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Diana left without her degree as did many others. They finished up online after they left school. And we have no idea if Meg needs 8 more classes or 1.

FWIW, Geno won’t let his former players return to campus until they complete their degrees
 
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