5/28 finally official - Sam to UVA, Joey to MSU

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

What has changed with d) that would make Sam want to return?

Probably nothing.  Just throwing out some of the theories that have been floated here as possible reasons he left.  I have no f'ing clue what the actual reason is. 

[MU82]

I do realize that.  Which is why I specifically said if academics was a driving factor, it's a great opportunity.

I'm not suggesting that Sam is making his decision purely on academics.  But let's not pretend that is all UVA has going for it.  I was merely responding to an initial post that said returning to MU is the "most prudent" decision for Sam.  I was pointing out that UVA has a hell of a lot going for it.  Including stellar academics.

SAW, not sure why you are getting so much blowback on what you said earlier, which is 100% accurate.

You never suggested that Sam made his decision on academics. You said the academic part of it could be another reason why Virginia will have ended up being a better choice. If he gets his undergrad degree and gets more than halfway to a grad degree from Virginia, it can't help but be good for him academically.

Now, will this be the smartest basketball choice for him? Opting to play basketball at Virginia, the defending national champs and a program run by one of the most successful coaches in the country, probably won't hurt his development as a player ... but we won't know for certain for a couple years if this was his best basketball choice, especially how being a year older when he leaves school affects his pro chances.

I do get a kick out of those professing to know what's going on in Sam's mind.

[StillAWarrior]

Probably nothing.  Just throwing out some of the theories that have been floated here as possible reasons he left.  I have no f'ing clue what the actual reason is.

Maybe he was looking for a better academic school.   

[jnolan23]

Joey to MSU - Officially.

[MU82]

You do realize the highlighted part played no role in his decision to attend UVa. 

None? Zero percent? How do you know? Did you personally talk to Sam about his reasons?

[jnolan23]

Sam to Virginia - also officially.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Confirmed via twitter, FYI.

[Marquette4life]

official

[GoldenWarrior11]

Evan Daniels confirmed on Twitter.

[MU82]

I know I am in the minority, but I continue to be puzzled by the criticism of the media (Polzin also). They have sources at UW who tell them that the Hausers have informed UW that they have made a decision.  If they trust those sources, even if they get a
no comment from the Hausers, they should report it IMO. If they get a denial from the Hausers, and they trust the sources, they still can report it with the denial.

This. Of course.

After reading Polzin's article, I was 99% certain that it was 99% accurate.

Every once in a blue moon these things will blow up, but it's pretty rare that a mainstream daily newspaper will run a well-sourced article from one of the reporters they trust without it actually happening.

And now we see that he was 100% correct. Of course.

[LoudMouth]

Relatively annoying that both of them use cookie cutter responses rather than actually writing something for themselves. I am picturing Sam writing something out and joey just looking over his shoulder to write the same thing

[We R Final Four]

I do get a kick out of those professing to know what's going on in Sam's mind.

I do as well. Like those telling us over and over that the Bros were going to Wisconsin.

[LoudMouth]

https://twitter.com/Big_Smooth10/status/1133463633936166912
https://twitter.com/jjhouz24/status/1133463644258357249

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

I do get a kick out of those professing to know what's going on in Sam's mind.

FWIW - I was not professing to know what is going on in Sam's mind.  I have no idea and have said as much.  I've pretty much avoided discussing it on here since it first happened.  Just was starting to feel like the delay meant something.  And perhaps with the news today (well technically this past weekend, but confirmed today), the reason for the delay was UVA didn't want both Sam and Joey. 

Anyways, is what it is now.  Sorta kinda will be rooting against Joey from now on.  Too big of a fan of Sam to root against him, but will definitely be happy to say I told ya so if he finds himself playing alot less minutes than he'd like.  But I don't suspect that will be the case.  The kid is good and will likely be a major part of whatever UVA is going in 20-21.

[tower912]

Relatively annoying that both of them use cookie cutter responses rather than actually writing something for themselves. I am picturing Sam writing something out and joey just looking over his shoulder to write the same thing

Nah, smart.  Why pour gasoline on the fire?

[The Lens]

Joey Hauser has now for the 2nd time picked an absolutely hated Badger hoops rival in a recruitment for his services. 

When do we retire his number?

[Uncle Rico]

Good luck to both.  Time to focus on the guys in Milwaukee busting their asses to win some games

[MU82]

FWIW - I was not professing to know what is going on in Sam's mind.  I have no idea and have said as much.  I've pretty much avoided discussing it on here since it first happened.  Just was starting to feel like the delay meant something.  And perhaps with the news today (well technically this past weekend, but confirmed today), the reason for the delay was UVA didn't want both Sam and Joey. 

Anyways, is what it is now.  Sorta kinda will be rooting against Joey from now on.  Too big of a fan of Sam to root against him, but will definitely be happy to say I told ya so if he finds himself playing alot less minutes than he'd like.  But I don't suspect that will be the case.  The kid is good and will likely be a major part of whatever UVA is going in 20-21.

All reasonable, JJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJ, and mirrors most of my feelings too.

Good luck to both.  Time to focus on the guys in Milwaukee busting their asses to win some games

This. I care about the Warriors who chose to remain Warriors instead of run away from being Warriors.

We are Marquette!

(But still ... I can't help but laugh my arse off at F%cky missing on these guys TWICE. Effen hilarious.)

[LoudMouth]

Anyways, is what it is now.  Sorta kinda will be rooting against Joey from now on.  Too big of a fan of Sam to root against him, but will definitely be happy to say I told ya so if he finds himself playing alot less minutes than he'd like.  But I don't suspect that will be the case.  The kid is good and will likely be a major part of whatever UVA is going in 20-21.

Agreed...I would be pretty okay with Joey getting less minutes and continuing his cold streak. I will continue to cheer for Sam but probably not for UVA as a team

[Mr. Sand-Knit]

I'd be incredibly happy, I love Sam, and maybe just maybe it would keep you from lambasting him the way you have been...doubtful, but maybe.

I will lambast someone for leaving, if he doesnt leave then no need to lambaste.  Simple logic guru

[Lennys Tap]

Sam wasn't happy at MU anymore. Why is it in his best interests to return?

Exactly. People here can't fathom how Sam could sit out a year and maybe be recruited over when he could stay and star on a really good team. But this wasn't some recruiting battle with UVA. It was a decision with 2 components. First, Sam decided he wanted out of MU. Once that decision was reached he was left to choose from decidedly imperfect options. He doesn't want to sit out a year, but it's something he has to do in order to leave Marquette.

[dajudge]

Exactly. People here can't fathom how Sam could sit out a year and maybe be recruited over when he could stay and star on a really good team. But this wasn't some recruiting battle with UVA. It was a decision with 2 components. First, Sam decided he wanted out of MU. Once that decision was reached he was left to choose from decidedly imperfect options. He doesn't want to sit out a year, but it's something he has to do in order to leave Marquette.

It's official according to js

[Heisenberg]

I do realize that.  Which is why I specifically said if academics was a driving factor, it's a great opportunity.

I'm not suggesting that Sam is making his decision purely on academics.  But let's not pretend that is all UVA has going for it.  I was merely responding to an initial post that said returning to MU is the "most prudent" decision for Sam.  I was pointing out that UVA has a hell of a lot going for it.  Including stellar academics.

If academics really matter ... Amaker at Harvard would fall over himself to get Sam and/or Joey.  Why waste your time with a public school?  Go to Harvard.

[The Sultan]

If you don't think that the name on the degree matters to a lot of people -- both in hiring and/or admitting to graduate school -- then I don't know what to tell you.  No, he won't be smarter.  But he will quite possibly be more marketable (depending upon what Sam's future plans are) which might just make him more capable of making a living.  I wouldn't necessarily call it magic.

That was my initial point.

I have no idea where anyone who works for me went to college unless they bring it up. And I've hired all of them.

Completely overrated nonsense.

[Billy Hoyle]

I have no idea where anyone who works for me went to college unless they bring it up. And I've hired all of them.

Completely overrated nonsense.

on the East Coast, there are strong alumni networks, especially on Wall Street.  The strongest are those who went to the prestigious prep schools then to an Ivy. Athletes from schools with these networks also vault ahead of other alumni. That said, I don't think Sam is choosing UVA for their vast alumni network, he's choosing UVA because he believes Tony Bennett will get him a professional contract and championship rings.