Morgan Cheli is a Husky!

[SVCBeercats]

 

[BRS24]

Not a criticism, just an observation, I hope she develops her Left hand (for layups and back to the basket play) before she get here. She's got Talent for sure, using both hands makes her less predictable.

Sigh. She's still a junior in high school.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[Tonyc]

Well well well. UConn aint goin anywhere folks but to the Top. The Very Top. Fans have been asking why doesnt UConn get any bigs. Well we've got'em and goin for more. There arent many bigs in 24/25 to get but UConn has quite a few and goin for more. This team is almost unfair. Alot of teams are gonna need the portal to try and catch up with UConn. We dont have portal players and we may not need'em either. When Geno said wait til you see who we've got coming in next year and they year after he ment it. Ive never heard him say that so when he said it he must be pretty excited. Those of you who know me know I could write a book on everything that has gone on over the 25-30 years. Right now Im so excited and enthused just thinking of the next 5 years. There is no coach like Geno. Guys we're gonna enjoy this ride for a long time.

 

[BobbyJ]

Not a criticism, just an observation, I hope she develops her Left hand (for layups and back to the basket play) before she get here. She's got Talent for sure, using both hands makes her less predictable.

You mean like the first and last plays of this video plus two others at 1:09 and at 1:43?? Her left hand for everything is just fine.

 

[Zarathustra]

Hopefully not a duplicate. Geno was almost choking the other night to keep from spilling the bean, settling for "when you see who's coming...."

Very nice video/overview of Morgan Cheli.. Have a good senior year, Morgan.!... WIN that Northern California Championship!! Z

 

[donalddoowop]

What makes the future Husky one of the most sought-after high school players in the country? Just about everything. At 6-2 with standout athleticism, a complete array of point guard skills, and the ability to play alongside other lead guards as well, there isn't a box Cheli doesn't check.

Cheli is a particularly versatile offensive focal point who's rapidly improving as a go-to scorer, and one that very few guards – or frontcourt players – can matchup with. And one could argue that she's the best defensive player in the state, a monster in the passing lanes who can bring the clamps any position at the high school level and projects to be a defensive stopper at future levels guarding one through three.

https://news.scorebooklive.com/california/2023/04/06/morgan-cheli-5-star-archbishop-mitty-guard-commits-to-uconn-womens-basketball

Does her commitment mean that UConn won't be pursuing Joste?

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Does her commitment mean that UConn won't be pursuing Joste?

I don't even know if Joste is planning on going to college.

 

[SVCBeercats]

Soooooo I am thinking Morgan Cheli is a natural for a NIL contract with the Jelly Belly Candy Company? She could have her very own line of flavored Cheli Jelly Belly candies.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[MilfordHusky]

Does her commitment mean that UConn won't be pursuing Joste?

No one is sure which class Jocyte is in--could be as late as 2025. My guess is that we still want Juste. She's the best player in her age group in Europe. Both Morgan and Juste are versatile. They could play together. As with many Europeans, Juste could opt for the pros over college in the U.S.

 

[BobbyJ]

No one is sure which class Jocyte is in--could be as late as 2025. My guess is that we still want Juste. She's the best player in her age group in Europe. Both Morgan and Juste are versatile. They could play together. As with many Europeans, Juste could opt for the pros over college in the U.S.

Hell, she may well be the best player in her age group in the US too. She's only 17. I can't imagine a kid this young playing with this much skill, poise, and court vision against high level pros in playoff competition. Those games are fast and physical and she's able to play at her own pace and not force anything or appear out of her comfort zone. She's a rare talent that sees the whole floor and man can she shoot it.

 

[HGN]

Welcome to UCONN Nation Morgan.

 

[darrell]

Does her commitment mean that UConn won't be pursuing Joste?

I wouldn’t imagine that were the case. They’re pretty similar game-wise, but they’re both versatile enough to play 2-4 (PG belongs to KK after next season).

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Posted this in the recruit thread in January, but re-upping it here:


Cheli’s biggest challenge at times may be knowing which part of her game to flex. Sopak wouldn’t mind seeing her be more offensive minded at times.

“Her best asset is rebounding – she has a knack for getting the basketball,” the CalStars coach said. “But she’s also a really, really good shooter. She just needs to shoot more. Eighty-five percent of the time she makes good decisions. The other 15% of the time, she should shoot.”

...

Put all of that together, and it’s clear Cheli is on track to play at the highest levels. Want proof? UConn’s Geno Auriemma flew in from the East Coast in the morning, watched Cheli play one game with the Cal Stars, and then went back to the airport to fly home that afternoon. No coach, much less Geno Auriemma, will make that kind of trip unless the player involved is exceptional.

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“She has the opportunity to be very, very special,” says Sopak. “She’s very similar to Sabrina (Ionescu) at this age” — and Sopak would know, as he coached the young WNBA star at Miramonte-Orinda and in club ball. “Morgan’s longer than Sabrina, and she can guard taller players.”

Red Hot Cheli Summer » Mitty's Morgan Cheli Begins World Domination

Archbishop Mitty Junior Morgan Cheli Spent Her Summer Winning A World Title And Establishing Herself Among Nation's Best Young Talents

sportstarsmag.com

 

[The deacon]

Think she could be similar to Maddy Siegrist in playing style?

Congrats, Morgan, and to Geno and the Huskies.

I'm with you, SVCBeercats, I see an early-stage Maddy, perhaps with a bit more quickness... if she evolves into anything close to Maddy, wow!

 

[Bills Fan]

I just wish she could cut back on her time on the court. High school. high level club, national teams and all the time spent on the court practicing to be at the level she seems to be has to take a toll. Already a foot injury which caused her to miss time. These kids, like Paige, Azzi and many others need to give their bodies time to rest and recover.

It does seem like her high school coach prepares her to compete in college, much like UCONN prepares its grads for pro ball. She has basketball smarts!

We sure are loading up on PGs, Combo Guards and Wings (1-3's). Unless I'm missing a name or two, our incoming FR class and the verbals from the next two years include only Jana as a big 4/5 , and I know ICE will be a FR eligibility wise, next year

 

[Gus Mahler]

Great get for Geno and Chris D., UConn team and Fans.
I remember the hubub when Haley Jones was being recruited and she stayed local. Truth be told, I thought -- in the end -- this would be a replication of it. Kudos for getting her to come to the right coast.

Her creativity reminds me of Paige B. to some degree, but her attention to technical details has a bit of ND's Sonia Citron. With Cheli and Ziebell in tow, you guys have the Fighting Irish in catch-up mode. And we haven't even gotten to enjoy Hannah Hidalgo getting on campus for the '23 season! Congrats..

If she's as good as Citron, I'll be pleased.

 

[RSHERMVIKES]

I'm on my fourth C-Pap. Guess I'll have to get a new one before all the new wonder-kids arrive.

Moosejaw- - -I'm onto a Bi-Pap machine!
Before C-Pap I used to sleep about 4 hours a night and now about 6 hours!
I started with 108 episodes a night, now down to 8!
The only good part of my day is when I'm sleeping!
The last 9 years has been hell!

 

[SoCalCanine]

This probably way to early, but does anyone have any suggestions on where we could play Morgan’s homecoming game?

I have seen the Huskies play at U of Pacific in Stockton, about an hour and a half from San Jose. I have also seen them at Stanford which is right there, but Tara doesn't seem to want to play us anymore. There is Cal, USF, UC Santa Cruz and a bunch of smaller schools. Plenty of schools to play additionally in SoCal to make it a worthwhile road trip. I hope I live to see it!

 

[enigmatic]

Congratulations to Morgan for committing to UCONN - basketball capital of the world.

Surprised we were able to pluck her out of Stanford territory.

 

[dabears17]

Should have a cup of coffee before I post . Morgan is a great kid. I hoped I'd get to watch play 13+ times a year in person in Palo Alto. Best wishes to her and UConn.

Congratulations UConn! My daughter played on a 3rd/4th grade all-star team with Morgan and Morgan was the best player on the team as a 3rd grader. It was obvious she'd play at a high level in college at that point. Great kid.

Guess for 2025 through 2028 I will have to time my visits to my mom in CT when UConn is playing at home.

 

[dabears17]

I have seen the Huskies play at U of Pacific in Stockton, about an hour and a half from San Jose. I have also seen them at Stanford which is right there, but Tara doesn't seem to want to play us anymore. There is Cal, USF, UC Santa Cruz and a bunch of smaller schools. Plenty of schools to play additionally in SoCal to make it a worthwhile road trip. I hope I live to see it!

I think one of her first offers was from Cal-Berkley, so maybe there.

 

[JellyBean]

Never thought Morgan would leave the west coast, much less end up at the house Geno built. It's now time for me to invest in advanced medical equipment so I have a good chance of being around in my upper 70's to see the upcoming Husky flying circus. With the help of God, like Geno, the Huskies and my B.Y friends we aren't going anywhere.

Yeah. I figured that she would go to a school out West. But I am happy that she is coming to Storrs. She is a game changer.

 

[dabears17]

Congratulations to Morgan for committing to UCONN - basketball capital of the world.

Surprised we were able to pluck her out of Stanford territory.

Wish there was a crying emoji .