Vance is Transferring

[Lefty2one]

I don't follow recruiting closely, are there any non-JuCo or grad transfers that we're in good standing with? I'm talking regular HS kids who can be four-year players?

 

[B1GEast]

OMG what a punch in the gut

 

[CardiacAndre7]

Reallly want Juiston now

 

[UCFan1513]

Fwiw, Durham favorited Jackson's tweet about fake love, Purvis's tweet about fake love, and another that said "time for change". Hope it means nothing

 

[GetTheFacts]

Jackson is certainly a blow. Hopefully we can land a grad-transfer for next season, there's plenty of them on the market.

I was never a fan of Enoch's ability tbh, he really didn't flash any feel for the game on either end of the floor. Stats reflected that.

 

[CTBasketball]

Can you guys re-read Fishy's pinned post?

 

[Coach J]

Literally?

Ok, figuratively.

 

[Jaker]

Before we claim that the program is finished,why don't we wait and see who Ollie brings in to replace these kids and coaches leaving?? Ok

 

[nomar]

Fwiw, Durham favorited Jackson's tweet about fake love, Purvis's tweet about fake love, and another that said something like "time for a change". Not looking good

If Durham leaves, then we really need an explanation.

 

[kobebeanbryant]

 

[dennismenace]

"We" didn't see eye to eye. Shades of DHam. Helicopter parents. I guess they know more about getting someone NBA ready than KO and Uconn. I have grandchildren who play soccer and the parents have to be on the opposite side of the field from the kids and coach. I think the lesson here is taking a long look at the parent as well as the kid. This kind of hovering cannot enhance development when you are getting it from home and the staff is trying to mold you at the same time. Conflict city. Give me some Boats, Bazzes, DePriests, Allens etc. I actually feel bad for the kids. What a shame. This is really a cultural phenomenon.

 

[DAC17]

I guess the only thing that strikes me is that some of these kids don't want to take the long view, since they're fixated on their NBA careers. Or maybe it's sinking in that we're not getting out of the AAC anytime soon, which means minimal media exposure?

 

[WrenchFan69]

I don't follow recruiting closely, are there any non-JuCo or grad transfers that we're in good standing with? I'm talking regular HS kids who can be four-year players?

We used to have a relationship with Jordan Tucker, who apparently was very close to Indiana with Crean. Now without Crean I guess there could maybe be a tiny opening. Besides that our chances would only come from a late decommit or a reclass

Oh and Zach Brown aka Jessica Turberry

 

[Horatio]

So now Vance Sr. wants to cause additional trouble while taking his kid out of the program. Smh. Shut up, Take your kid and thank you for your interest in Uconn basketball.

 

[UConnSwag11]

If they or their parents read the boneyard at all and take anything we say seriously they're not that bright then

 

[Hans Sprungfeld]

This news has really hurt the Cereal thread. I need a bowl of Cheerios with water stat.

 

[HawkHusky]

Can we have Geno coach both programs next season?

 

[huskyniner]

I would say this makes it look like Durham might be gone.

This would be pretty shocking, considering how UConn stuck with Durham's commitment through his HS injuries. Loyalty deserves loyalty.

 

[JSM1970]

Enoch is a much bigger loss simply because we have prove. options at the 5.

VJ would have either started as a 4, and his father realized this wasn't his natural position (fact) and we can replace him much easier if we get contributions from Polley, Durham and Diarra.

Or Vance would have had to play behind Larrier and/or a guard @ tbe 3.

Jackson is certainly a blow. Hopefully we can land a grad-transfer for next season, there's plenty of them on the market.

I was never a fan of Enoch's ability tbh, he really didn't flash any feel for the game on either end of the floor. Stats reflected that.

 

[nomar]

So now Vance Sr. wants to cause additional trouble while taking his kid out of the program. Smh. Shut up, Take your kid and thank you for your interest in Uconn basketball.

I'm sad to lose Vance Jr but thrilled to lose his dad.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

"We" didn't see eye to eye. Shades of DHam. Helicopter parents. I guess they know more about getting someone NBA ready than KO and Uconn. I have grandchildren who play soccer and the parents have to be on the opposite side of the field from the kids and coach. I think the lesson here is taking a long look at the parent as well as the kid. This kind of hovering cannot enhance development when you are getting it from home and the staff is trying to mold you at the same time. Conflict city. Give me some Boats, Bazzes, DePriests, Allens etc. I actually feel bad for the kids. What a shame. This is really a cultural phenomenon.

TL; DR but it sounds more like the father is just giving a political answer that doesn't impugn anyone. Let's be honest, if it was me I'd be tempted to say "You're god___mn right he's leaving, this squad is a dumpster fire, this conference is a hellhole, and I'm not sure either situation is getting better any time soon."

 

[Pga1138]

Vance Sr is Levar Ball 2.0 he's a disaster...I loved Vance he was great and has lots of potential but his dad will always be a nuisance! It's no ones fault; just the time we live in today.....more than anything it shows the lack of appreciation for what UCONN is and has been.....the kid played major minutes but needs to get in much better shape to get to next level....very skilled but had plenty of horrific shot choices at key spots in games.....I expect ollie internalizes all of this, takes it personal and will thrive in the "chaos"......don't come to UCONN if can't handle being the only show in town

 

[nomar]

TL; DR but it sounds more like the father is just giving a political answer that doesn't impugn anyone. Let's be honest, if it was me I'd be tempted to say "You're god___mn right he's leaving, this squad is a dumpster fire, this conference is a hellhole, and I'm not sure either situation is getting better any time soon."

Or he could just keep his trap shut.

 

[dennismenace]

I don't buy that. If the father is that close to this kid transcontinental flights bring too much jet lag. Probably looking for west coast p5 program. Good luck and see you.

 

[FASTEDDY]

It's too bad but was expected.

Why was it expected? I guess I'm "not in the know", but seems unwise when there is plenty of minutes to go around.