Nation's #1 Recruit Christyn Williams Chooses UConn!

[BigBird]

Having finally had the chance to hear as well as see this video, I find her announcement was not over the top at all. She thanked others, she acknowledged both fine programs, and she wasn’t excessively dramatic or otherwise ostentatious. She shared a big moment in her life with others in a respectful and grateful manner. No one could ask for more of her. She did not denigrate any other program, nor did she attempt to create a “brand.” What she did say was that she wants to be legendary, borrowing from what Geno had told her she could become. She did not disregard winning, but held that becoming a better person was a higher goal. Wow. What a great kid, and what a recruiting success.

 

[UC10NN]

No. 1 prospect Christyn Williams signs with Connecticut Huskies

ESPN interview!

Anyone know the rules behind how Geno was able to comment on CW’s recruitment to ESPN before the public knew? Is it ok since they did not air it publicly until now? Seems like it’s skirting the rules a tad but......

 

[WiseOne]

Anyone know the rules behind how Geno was able to comment on CW’s recruitment to ESPN before the public knew? Is it ok since they did not air it publicly until now? Seems like it’s skirting the rules a tad but.

Maybe she signed her LOI the first day of the signing period..which would’ve given them enough time to do this. Not sure but maybe!

 

[oldude]

Anyone know the rules behind how Geno was able to comment on CW’s recruitment to ESPN before the public knew? Is it ok since they did not air it publicly until now? Seems like it’s skirting the rules a tad but.

What are you, a Vanderbilt grad?

 

[ballhawk]

I've been on pins and needles for days. I was expecting the worst but so happy for her decision. Geno, the coaches and the great Uconn players make nonpareil recruiters. It's going to be an exceptional next four years.

 

[EricLA]

Congratulations to Christyn and the Huskies!

Video of Christyn's announcement

Side note - I just watched the video for the first time. I thought it was pretty cute. It was a VERY large turnout for her. Lots of friends, family, and students in the stands. She had to say "I will be attending the University of..." twice before her friends walked out with the super fluffy husky.

It was clever just like Megan's where she popped the balloons for Texas and ND leaving the UCONN balloon unpopped.

I get that some like to point to Stewie's low key approach of calling the coach, making her decision, and letting the media announce it for the most part (she signed her LOI on the hood of the car, but that's not when she announced her decision was it?).

Either way, this is their moment in the sun in high school. It's probably the single biggest decision they've had to make in their young lives. Do we bemoan the pomp and circumstance surrounding a high school graduation (procession, caps and gowns, handing out the diplomas)? No. Graduating is a BIG deal. So is deciding what college to attend, and when you are the top recruit in the nation (or even if you are just in the top 20), why not make a bit of a fuss about it?

 

[Purduke]

There was a white screen and, just as CW said, "...and I will be continuing my basketball career at....." [sic], several girls with UConn shirts on came out from behind the screen leading a real husky dog.

Must have been pretty tough finding a Husky in Little Rock. Probably would have been a lot easier to find a gamecock.

 

[CocoHusky]

Anyone know the rules behind how Geno was able to comment on CW’s recruitment to ESPN before the public knew? Is it ok since they did not air it publicly until now? Seems like it’s skirting the rules a tad but.

There was nothing in the "public" before ESPN aired the segment which is well within the rules.

 

[Bama fan]

Happy for her and happy for us fans. She will have an opportunity to become a great player and a great young woman.

 

[ctfjr]

Sorry, I miss the 'hood of the car' video . . .

 

[CocoHusky]

Having finally had the chance to hear as well as see this video, I find her announcement was not over the top at all. She thanked others, she acknowledged both fine programs, and she wasn’t excessively dramatic or otherwise ostentatious. She shared a big moment in her life with others in a respectful and grateful manner. No one could ask for more of her. She did not denigrate any other program, nor did she attempt to create a “brand.” What she did say was that she wants to be legendary, borrowing from what Geno had told her she could become. She did not disregard winning, but held that becoming a better person was a higher goal. Wow. What a great kid, and what a recruiting success.

Moriah Jefferson's mom near the end of her time at UCONN said something like: " I so very proud of her most of all for maintaining her integrity and growing into a better version of herself."
Very impressive streak UCONN in on by getting these kind of kids.

 

[jcoton56]

I like the sense of humor and the sense of style. Welcome to Husky Nation Christyn!

 

[formerlurker]

I'm a football board guy and have to admit that I teared up when her friends came out with the UCONN sweatshirts and an actual Husky! That being said, without reading all past posts here, did anyone else notice her parents, especially Dad, not being too enthusiastic? It's obvious they raised a smart young woman who already has set life goals for herself and made the 1st decision today to help herself achieve them. Christyn is all in, I have no doubts about that. My question is, did her parents want her to go somewhere else? Are they just sad as parents to know their baby is leaving the nest? Or are they just quiet people?

If it were me, I'm pretty sure my parents would have had the microphone more than I did

 

[oldude]

I'm a football board guy and have to admit that I teared up when her friends came out with the UCONN sweatshirts and an actual Husky! That being said, without reading all past posts here, did anyone else notice her parents, especially Dad, not being too enthusiastic? It's obvious they raised a smart young woman who already has set life goals for herself and made the 1st decision today to help herself achieve them. Christyn is all in, I have no doubts about that. My question is, did her parents want her to go somewhere else? Are they just sad as parents to know their baby is leaving the nest? Or are they just quiet people?

If it were me, I'm pretty sure my parents would have had the microphone more than I did

While I cannot speak for CW’s parents, I will say that the day your child makes a decision to go to school away from home is one of great pride tinged with a good deal of sadness.

 

[MilfordHusky]

Anyone know the rules behind how Geno was able to comment on CW’s recruitment to ESPN before the public knew? Is it ok since they did not air it publicly until now? Seems like it’s skirting the rules a tad but.

I think the signing at 11:15 was an after-the-fact signing for appearance sake at the CAC event. I think Geno probably got the faxed LOI on Wednesday.

 

[MilfordHusky]

While I cannot speak for CW’s parents, I will say that the day your child makes a decision to go to school away from home is one of great pride tinged with a good deal of sadness.

My son and daughter-in-law had the same conflict--proud of their eldest heading off to college, but missing her because she moved 1,600 miles away.

Christyn will be on TV a lot. Her entire circle can watch her regularly.

 

[YellwJcket999]

I am most impressed. Very well balanced, smart young lady.
I hope that she, Walker and Dangerfield form another super dangerous threat for a few years to come.

How great was it to hear that Dangerfield's relationship with her put Uconn over the top.

 

[Gus Mahler]

I think Crystal was #3 behind Cox and Holmes, but she was the best player under 6'3". And she's way under 6'3".

Right. Put another way, she was the top guard in her class.

 

[cbraarj]

So, is it "Fab One"?

Its THE ONE!

 

[j66kicker]

Sorry, I miss the 'hood of the car' video . . .

I think that’s the point - no video

 

[CocoHusky]

I'm a football board guy and have to admit that I teared up when her friends came out with the UCONN sweatshirts and an actual Husky! That being said, without reading all past posts here, did anyone else notice her parents, especially Dad, not being too enthusiastic? It's obvious they raised a smart young woman who already has set life goals for herself and made the 1st decision today to help herself achieve them. Christyn is all in, I have no doubts about that. My question is, did her parents want her to go somewhere else? Are they just sad as parents to know their baby is leaving the nest? Or are they just quiet people?
If it were me, I'm pretty sure my parents would have had the microphone more than I did

I think what you may have is a live reactions as Megan Walker parents below versus taped reaction by Christyn parents who may not be very good actors. I'm sure both parents are proud as you would have been.

 

[Gus Mahler]

Indulge me as I act as a proxy for Carnac: I brazenly predict that having Crystal and Christyn in the same backcourt will a lot of problems for announcers.

 

[Gus Mahler]

My son and daughter-in-law had the same conflict--proud of their eldest heading off to college, but missing her because she moved 1,600 miles away.

Christyn will be on TV a lot. Her entire circle can watch her regularly.

True. They might be able to catch a game at Texas. Southern Methodist and Memphis are also possibilities. A homecoming game for Pheesa near St. Louis might be doable.

 

[Go/huskies]

Geno on Williams

 

[cbraarj]

Right. Put another way, she was the top guard in her class.

Margot Wooten McDonalds Player of the Year her Sr. year of HS!