Richie Springs Enters the Transfer Portal

[Mr. French]

Senior night should have been a little bit of a hint, but I get it.

I think this was just the mutually agreed upon end of his UConn career. He did his four years, has a ring and he now is playing with house money to see if he can go somewhere and just get on the court.

Agreed on all fronts. Hadn’t thought about senior night he just kinda slow played the decision.

I definitely think he can play somewhere and contribute.

 

[UCTitleTown]

New York guy. Iona?

 

[NJHoops]

It’s kind of nice when college basketball goes old school like this and the player and the program fulfill their obligations to each other, despite it turning out differently than imagined. He was blocked by better players but liked UConn enough to stay (and get a degree and a ring!). The staff respected that, kept him on, and didn’t force him out to gain a scholarship.

It’s also the time of year when coaches reach out to their connections (off the record) to see what might be out there for their guys who are likely to transfer down.

 

[ElGreco]

Can we stop worrying about scholarships now?e

Should hopefully hear from Timberlake tomorrow I would not be shocked for a “surprise” pickup. In Hurley we trust!!!!

 

[JoeyBuckets]

Must be more then one coming in to transfer here…..

 

[ElGreco]

It’s kind of nice when college basketball goes old school like this and the player and the program fulfill their obligations to each other, despite it turning out differently than imagined. He was blocked by better players but liked UConn enough to stay (and get a degree and a ring!). The staff respected that, kept him on, and didn’t force him out to gain a scholarship.

It’s also the time of year when coaches reach out to their connections (off the record) to see what might be out there for their guys who are likely to transfer down.

I’m sure with Hurley’s connections he will find a place to contribute.

 

[JoeyBuckets]

Thank you Mr . Springs wish you well!

 

[ShootURShot]

Best of luck sir. Thank you for representing us with pride. Thanks for #5

 

[ColchVEGAS]

Hoping Richie can find a landing spot to log some real minutes. He deserves it for everything he did here pushing guys in practice and always being a positive teammate even if he only got in garbage time minutes.

 

[Chin Diesel]

Senior night should have been a little bit of a hint, but I get it.

I think this was just the mutually agreed upon end of his UConn career. He did his four years, has a ring and he now is playing with house money to see if he can go somewhere and just get on the court.

This.

 

[aburks41]

Must be more then one coming in to transfer here…..

Maybe, but this move also keeps the door open for Andre if he wants to return. We have room for 2 more guys + Andre. Hopefully it's Newton and Timberlake

 

[JustbrewitMan]

Thanks Richie...absolute embodiment of a "strong culture guy" and an unsung important part of our re-ascent to the top of the NCAA MBB heap.

Can't wait to see Richie ball out at some mid-major next year!!!

Also would love to see him have a season arc next year like Gaff did this past year. Kid deserves it.

I'm sure Danny has already been working behind the scenes to help him find the "best fit" for his next step.

 

[Adesmar123]

I think we , on the outside, have to wait while those on the inside take care of business.

 

[Waquoit]

 

[NH Husky]

Must be more then one coming in to transfer here…..

Got to keep one open in case AJ comes back.

 

[M.S.G.]

Poor kid never got a chance, but he certainly earned his keep. Hope he gets a chance to play somewhere. I wish all of our departures well in this case, all played a part in #5 in some way, shape, or form.

 

[huskyinfl]

Pitino call him yet?

 

[ucp990411]

I wouldn't mind bringing in another experienced big and just redshirt Singare, but not sure that's realistic. Between Karaban, Johnson, Clingan that's already 70+ minutes at the 4/5 position locked up. And that's not even accounting for any Stewart minutes at the 4 spot

How many times are we going to say redshirting players is pretty much a thing of the past

 

[Jaydumo20]

Good luck Richie. If you ever read this board during your tenure you'd know there was much love. I, for one, will follow your career with great interest. Cherish that ring!

 

[August_West]

Thanks for your hard work in practice Richie. Enjoy having the same number of rings as Jim Boeheim.

and Tom Izzo

 

[August_West]

Senior night should have been a little bit of a hint, but I get it.

Newton Walked Senior night too. I hope that isnt a hint

 

[ucp990411]

I really liked Richie for hanging in there and never moping on the bench. In his very limited minutes he did look like a player. Living in Vermont and being a Catamount fan (after the Huskies of course) I am wondering about UVM. Great program, fans are totally into it, great school and a beautiful area to live. He would step right in and be a star I believe. May want a higher level however.

 

[gsmooth]

Thanks for your hard work and contributions, Richie. Best of luck in your future endeavors.

 

[MyDorona]

I always though the same - he always looked like a player, but he was just behind people who were simply better.

I would not be surprised to see some midmajor being shocked at what he brings to the team

The type of guy who would've somehow become a starter in the Ollie era. Good to see the universe is back in balance.

 

[UConniki]

This is dumb. There was zero chance Spring was coming back and if he came back, he was going to get zero playing time. Outside of aliens abducting our front court at some point over the summer, Springs’ leaving has zero impact.

I disagree, the result is an additional scholarship and depending on who it’s given to could have a major impact.