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Two Sources Say 2 Aggies Showing Up

UConnCat said:
The SEC's by-laws do not allow immediate eligibility for intra-conference graduate transfers. There is a waiver process, however, so Dawn could get another shot at a waiver and this time before a friendlier audience.
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That law has been changed, I believe a couple of years ago at their spring meetings. This past year a number of SEC grad transfers played immediately on various football teams. So I think they can in basketball also.
 
sharris952 said:
That law has been changed, I believe a couple of years ago at their spring meetings. This past year a number of SEC grad transfers played immediately on various football teams. So I think they can in basketball also.
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The by-laws that included some odd academic requirements for grad transfers were eliminated last summer and those changes allowed some football grad transfers from non-SEC schools to play immediately, e.g., Malik Zaire from ND to Florida. The SEC, however, decided not to change the requirement that intra-conference grad transfers sit a year unless a waiver is granted.

Maybe the SEC will take up the intra-conference grad transfer issue again this spring.
 
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After the whirlwind tour, I'll be really surprised if both of the A&M players don't stay down South........I for one am looking forward to seeing the sophs and freshmen getting to learn as they play..............regardless of what happens next season they will be far more prepared when KLS and Napheesa are no longer there to keep them afloat........ .
 
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Charliebball said:
After the whirlwind tour, I'll be really surprised if both of the A&M players don't stay down South...I for one am looking forward to seeing the sophs and freshmen getting to learn as they play....regardless of what happens next season they will far more prepared when KLS and Napheesa are no longer there to keep them afloat... .
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To some degree, it may depend on whether or not UConn actually offers either one or both of them scholarships, which I don’t necessarily believe is a given.

Geno and his staff have to be assessing the potential value of bringing in 1-2 hired guns for a year, vs playing the hand they have, with the potential for significant development of MW, Touly, Mikayla, the 2 freshmen, etc.
 
You have to adapt or get left behind. It would be fantastic to get one, even better if they got both. There is room for both, and that, along with the two freshmen, and an improved Megan Walker, would put UConn back in contention for a National Title. There's no question Notre Dame will be favored to win. Maybe that's what UConn needs, not to be the favorite.
 
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chrissaran said:
You have to adapt or get left behind. It would be fantastic to get one, even better if they got both. There is room for both, and that, along with the two freshmen, and an improved Megan Walker, would put UConn back in contention for a National Title. There's no question Notre Dame will be favored to win. Maybe that's what UConn needs, not to be the favorite.
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Frankly I have to agree... although this is contrary to "normal" operations for UConn WBB. Geno and Staff know there are areas that could/should be helped; thus they entertained Howard and Williams for a visit. The departures of Z (unexpected) and AEH (??) add two unplanned "holes" on the roster and opened scholarships for next season. We're not going to get any additional Top HS players for next season,... and I haven't heard about any JUCO transfers seeking out UConn or that UConn is considering. If a short gap "hired guns," as some call these two potential transfers, can help ... then why not take a shot. If we were certain that last year's bench could fill the holes left by the departures of Gabby, Kia and Z... then no need to have Howard and Williams make the trip. BUT, by all BYer's accounts and by minutes played last year, there doesn't seem to be any remedies on the current roster, except MW, potentially BC and Coombs, with KI and MB for spot relief. IMHO if Howard and/or Williams come to UConn, the Huskies get 2 players with proven WCBB level experience...they take crash course on UConn's offense/defense/philosophies and the chances for a long run toward the NC increase significantly. :)
 
CocoHusky said:
Question for those in the twitter, instagram universe or those that might be in the know like some of our Texas A& M fans:
We know A. Howard has a list of schools to be visited. Do we know if Danni Williams has plans to visit any other schools besides UCONN?
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The impression I get is that Williams is not that serious about transferring but making the rounds with Howard. So I suspect she will accompany Howard to most of her visits but stay with the Aggies.

But that is absolute pure conjecture with no basis is reality.
 
CajunHusky said:
The impression I get is that Williams is not that serious about transferring but making the rounds with Howard. So I suspect she will accompany Howard to most of her visits but stay with the Aggies.

But that is absolute pure conjecture with no basis is reality.
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I guess that's possible. But, Danni did not accompany Anriel on her first official visit to Florida State.
 
CajunHusky said:
The impression I get is that Williams is not that serious about transferring but making the rounds with Howard. So I suspect she will accompany Howard to most of her visits but stay with the Aggies.

But that is absolute pure conjecture with no basis is reality.
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Not sure Geno would waste his time and have a kid come on a visit if he didn’t atlest think there was a chance of the kid signing. Also since it looks like Williams was in town and not 100 % sure on Howard, I would think Uconn has higher chance to bring in Williams over Howard.
 
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southie said:
I guess that's possible. But, Danni did not accompany Anriel on her first official visit to Florida State.
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The question is did Williams make any visits on her own? I don't believe Williams has ever said she is leaving the Aggies. Blair has been real clear that he is comfortable with whatever it is that she is doing.
 
CajunHusky said:
The question is did Williams make any visits on her own? I don't believe Williams has ever said she is leaving the Aggies. Blair has been real clear that he is comfortable with whatever it is that she is doing.
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That is one questions but there are certainly others:
Q1: What the heck is going on inside the Texas A&M program that would cause not one but two rising seniors to suddenly want to "look around"?
A: Speculation on my part: Chennedy Carter's orbit has become more like a black hole that prevents her teammates talent from ever shining.
Q2: This concept of shopping around your talents is new, has anyone ever heard of a player who has done this before?
A: Taya Reimer left ND, changed her mind, came back and then left again for Michigan State. She is the only one I can think off.
Q3: Danni Williams and A. Howard by all accounts appear to be great kids and will surely get offered scholarship. Should they decide to leave, would they be "impact" transfers even at UCONN?
A: No. I am defining impact transfer to be a starter on a National Championship contending team. I realize that definition would exclude Azura Stevens but I still sticking with it.
Q4: Neither player has technically said they are leaving TA&M, but could either player be successfully reintegrated into the team without the remaining TA&M players feeling some type of way?
A: Doubtful. These are your seniors that were thinking about leaving-not a good look for your underclassmen to follow.
 
JustinesGuy said:
At least they can’t leave us early no?
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I think everyone has turned their " dream machines " back on. We are going to play with what we have. It is highly unlikely that
some, " Deus Ex Machina " will arrive to solve our " big person" ( lack of ) problem. Neither " Aggie" can hold a candle to Azura and she wasn't "enough," either. I realize it is nearly impossible to survive the off season, with no positive news on any front ( Sam going to ND, etc ), but dreaming of a solution is just going to add frustration, particularly when it becomes a nightmare.

Sweet dreams, anyway. See you in September.
 
IMHO, this is all smoke and mirrors and nothing's going to happen.

The roster now is the roster that will start the season in November.
 
oldude said:
To some degree, it may depend on whether or not UConn actually offers either one or both of them scholarships, which I don’t necessarily believe is a given.

Geno and his staff have to be assessing the potential value of bringing in 1-2 hired guns for a year, vs playing the hand they have, with the potential for significant development of MW, Touly, Mikayla, the 2 freshmen, etc.
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I may be wrong, but I believe one player no one has mentioned will , when she masters the system, be a valuable asset to UCONN. Lexi Gordon has the offensive skills needed to be a very good player. If she gains strength and stamina, gets better defensively, and learns the system, she will be an above average player, imo.
 
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BostonFan said:
Bad sign that we dont have a verbal commitment from either yet.
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Not necessarily. If it's between South Carolina and UCONN, Howard may want to give Dawn Staley the courtesy of an interview. Geno probably has a clue which way this is going. Wouldn't be surprised if Geno advised her to talk to Staley. He wants her to be a Husky 100%
 
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Confident Carl said:
Not necessarily. If it's between South Carolina and UCONN, Howard may want to give Dawn Staley the courtesy of an interview. Geno probably has a clue which way this is going. Wouldn't be surprised if Geno advised her to talk to Staley. He wants her to be a Husky 100%
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So it went something like this? Howard: "This feels so right. This is it for me.!" Geno: Hold on now. Hhold on. You should give serious consideration to Dawn's program and not be so hasty." Do I have that right?
 
RockyMTblue2 said:
So it went something like this? Howard: "This feels so right. This is it for me.!" Geno: Hold on now. Hhold on. You should give serious consideration to Dawn's program and not be so hasty." Do I have that right?
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I hear what your saying and if she were a 1st year recruit, Geno would not not be so patient. This is a skilled veteran who has the ability to catch up quickly. He wants her to be sure.
It's a huge life changing decision. My hope is she meets with Staley, then prays about it (she's a Christian like Gabby) and ultimately chooses UCONN. I don't believe Geno pushed her. Having outlined the reality of playing UCONN basketball, he probably told her to do what feels right for her, which will ultimately pay off for UCONN if that's what she decides.
 
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Confident Carl said:
Not necessarily. If it's between South Carolina and UCONN, Howard may want to give Dawn Staley the courtesy of an interview. Geno probably has a clue which way this is going. Wouldn't be surprised if Geno advised her to talk to Staley. He wants her to be a Husky 100%
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Well it's not like Howard doesn't know who Dawn is or what she wants. So I highly doubt she will visit to be courteous. To be quite frank Howard recently just met Geno while Dawn has known her since she was in ninth grade. Anriel is also great friends with Te'a Cooper and Alexis Jennings. She and Jennings actually played on the same AAU club. Can't doubt Miss St, Fla St or the fifth party either. Anriel isn't a high school recruit who's just having fun with the process. I can guarantee you she's weighing her options carefully.
 
SCspur said:
Well it's not like Howard doesn't know who Dawn is or what she wants. So I highly doubt she will visit to be courteous. To be quite frank Howard recently just met Geno while Dawn has known her since she was in ninth grade. Anriel is also great friends with Te'a Cooper and Alexis Jennings. She and Jennings actually played on the same AAU club. Can't doubt Miss St, Fla St or the fifth party either. Anriel isn't a high school recruit who's just having fun with the process. I can guarantee you she's weighing her options carefully.
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I hate to repeat myself but as nice as it would be to land Ms. Howard, I'll be shocked if she doesn't choose South Carolina or if not she will most likely remain in the South.........I'll be very happy to be wrong but not counting on it..........
 
Last time Uconn fans created a thread about Z transferring and if there was any Uconn interest, and then boom not only was she interested in Uconn, but she ended up at Uconn. Then there was a thread about Howard transferring and would she have interest in Uconn and boom she’s looking at Uconn. I wouldn’t be shocked if both Howard and Williams end up Huskies.
 
SCspur said:
Well it's not like Howard doesn't know who Dawn is or what she wants. So I highly doubt she will visit to be courteous. To be quite frank Howard recently just met Geno while Dawn has known her since she was in ninth grade. Anriel is also great friends with Te'a Cooper and Alexis Jennings. She and Jennings actually played on the same AAU club. Can't doubt Miss St, Fla St or the fifth party either. Anriel isn't a high school recruit who's just having fun with the process. I can guarantee you she's weighing her options carefully.
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Of course she is weighing her options and I realize that being courteous is foreign to a number of posters on the Boneyard. From the looks of it Anriel seems like a class act. In my business career I have had to choose between several fierce competitors and after I made my selection took the time to discuss with the others what they did right or wrong and why I made the choice I did. Most of the time they thank me for my honesty and appreciated the information. We all sink or swim by the choices we make.
 
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