He didnt get as much time as the others to climb as far up the record books in categories such as total points, wins, 3-point field goals made. Alex Barcello est tan agradecido con BYU que decidi regresar. I see her getting a lot of minutes doing that.. [19] He scored seven points in 12 minutes at UCLA (1/25/19). The Salt Lake Tribune, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public . So Im super excited about that.. The BYU guard worked out for the Utah Jazz on Tuesday, just weeks ahead of June 23 draft and discussed his critical summer. So hopefully we're feeling the same thing that the other 63 teams are feeling. Certainly, the Cougars will miss the 6-foot-2 guard from Arizona this season. Im a people person. What Utah college basketball players have entered the transfer portal? We anticipate that the upperclassmen, in their own way, will need to fill leadership roles. Ive got a bitter taste in my mouth right now still from it. They were like, youve got to sign this. Its amazing, Sarah told Sports360AZ.com. I wanted to see myself put on that jersey and play in front of those crowds. Alex Barcello recovered the ball after Atiki Ally Atikis shot was blocked. I love the competition and I have a huge love for the game.. I feel like I do fit here perfectly.. My experience here has been unbelievable, he said. And just like Alex, Julia lost her junior season. Edward Barcello is happy his son received a second chance in his college career and is making the most of it. So the sample size for his postseason career is small at the moment. But overall, coach Pope has a great culture established of working and getting better, which Alex clearly contributed to in many ways. But it was clear during BYUs season opener against Cal State Fullerton in early November at the Marriott Center that he had been reborn, in a basketball sense. It was good to hear that from former teammates that I respect, Barcello said. He has another gear where he can get there really fast. I felt like I owed it to the coaching staff, all the people here, my teammates, the fans; it just speaks to how amazing this team is. BYUs baseball team may not have had the season it was hoping for, but a handful of Cougars were recognized with conference honors. Thats my guy. I got it at the beginning of the season, he said. Alex Barcello International Stats Position: Guard 6-2 , 192lb (188cm, 87kg) Born: August 31, 1998 (Age: 24-216d) in Phoenix, Arizona us International More International Pages Players Teams Leaders Israeli Basketball Premier League Lega Basket Serie A Basketbol Sper Ligi VTB United League Alex Barcello Overview Game Logs 2022-23 - GBL On this page: Thankfully, this coaching staff believed in me and gave me the opportunity to come here and play. Durrant said Barcellos toughness reminds him of Ainge, his shooting ability reminds him of Fredette and his leadership reminds him of T.J. Haws. Always 110% effort, no matter what were doing. Especially during their high school season I want to do as much as I can for them and talking to the coaches and handling all that, and then every now and then theyll say hello, but I try to tell them theyre focused and they want to do as best they can.. [2] Sarah and Julia are also college basketball players, playing for Marist College and Colgate. His wife, Zoe, just went out there a couple of weeks ago. Its a special time for all of us to be here together.. For those keeping track, Ive started on my position previews for the upcoming football season. RT @DailyUnivSports: Alex Barcello will be a father this July! Hes interested in, and weve had talks about religion, and things like that. They were looking at my strengths and the strengths that I know are my strengths, they were seeing the same strengths and they were going to utilize those to the best of their abilities. sltrib.com 1996-2023 The Salt Lake Tribune. He seemed happy, energetic and intense. And for her to go through that and the roles are reversed, where she got to experience it and get a championship, but then Alex obviously for the first time experienced losing and not getting that.. -, Secret Chinese police outpost revealed in NY; 2 men arrested, 'I should have stopped,' driver allegedly said after 104 mph police chase, Have You Seen This? With BYU firmly on the bubble of the NCAA Tournament picture, its unclear if Barcello will get that chance. The record book already shows him as holding the current record for 3-point percentage (48.1%) and effective field goal percentage (61.5%). Off the court, kind of goofy and fun. But even though BYU players are more likely to play out their whole collegiate career, theres still those that choose to leave a bit early or opt to finish out their careers elsewhere (most recently Connor Harding and Kolby Lee). Actually, 5-foot-11 freshman guard Amanda Barcello redshirted for the Cougars last year after suffering a thumb injury in practice and undergoing surgery. He started every game 94 during three seasons under head coach Mark Pope. Yes I have given him a hard time before, Sarah admits, laughing. Efficient, tough, strong, aggressive, controlled fire. He wants the focus. Nobody will have masks on. I thought that was the perfect time to do it. She came back with a vengeance her senior year, said father Edward Barcello. Besides the chance to overcome his first season without a title before leaving school, hes got an incredible future ahead of him after that season ends. For Pope, Barcellos return is a major development, especially for a young team. All Rights Reserved, Amanda Barcello following in the footsteps of older brother Alex, How Arizona transfer Alex Barcello became an extraordinary fit for BYU basketball, Opportunity to play for her mom not only reason Amari Whiting committed to BYU, How Amber Whiting became the next head coach for BYU womens basketball, What Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said about BYU transfer Caleb Etienne. It's definitely a bitter feeling in my mouth, and I want to cleanse that bitter feeling, to renew it with an even better feeling. [20] He scored 12 points in 18 minutes at Utah (2/14/19). After spending two checkered seasons in Tucson, Barcello arrived in Provo in August 2019 as a transfer. For people that know the game, he looks like his minutes are big-time minutes on the floor. That impacted his decision to return. And Alex Barcello delivered on that Friday night. Hell be among the top 20 in 3-point field goals made. Pope, with his incredible mind, thinks of this grand idea. BYU basketball has a new prospect to monitor for the class of 2041. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. A post shared by Alex Barcello (@alexbarcello) Barcello averaged 16.1 points, 4.3 assists and 4.7 rebounds per game as a senior for the Cougars in 2020-21, helping lead BYU and second-year. 1 2018 player Marvin Bagley III, who later transferred. I strive to be the best person I can be every single day. Edward, set apart from the sibling rivalry, was able to enjoy Sarahs championship with more of a fullness of joy. Hes quickly become a best friend to almost everyone on the team. The 2021 design features a large cursive script in the middle that reads Loyal, and is surrounded by text that goes around in a circle that says, Cougar Nation Stronger Together.. Is this it? Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. At Corona del Sol High School, he was named the 2015 and 2017 Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year and helped guide the school to two 6A state championships. Hes had game-winning moments and game-stealing moments, BYU Radio host Greg Wrubell said. He also has the most 3-pointers in a game without a miss (seven). Prior to Arizona Member of ESPN Top 100 in 2017 [7] In his senior season, Barcello scored 2,254 career points at Corona shooting over 55 percent from the field and almost 90 percent from the charity stripe. The transition was definitely hard. I believe he has the opportunity to achieve his goals, he said. [5] Arizona coach Miller offered Barcello a scholarship after he poured in 51 points in a game as a sophomore against Gilbert Perry and Markus Howard. But would Barcello, who is Catholic, be comfortable at BYU, a school owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? What he's saying to his team is how much he cares about them. Ive seen first-hand how BYU has helped him and made Barcello happier. It runs the gamut, Why pro soccer star Ashley Hatch finished her degree at BYU, Heres how much Cincinnati, Houston and UCF will reportedly pay to enter the Big 12 early. Coach Mark Pope admitted he isnt too familiar with all who came before Barcello. What Utah college basketball players have entered the transfer portal? I came in August and ever since then, my teammates and I have built such close relationships and great friendships that I think are going to last a lifetime. What he brings to our team, including off the court, is something special. [29] On February 25, 2021, Barcello scored a career-high 29 and hit 7-of-7 three-pointers, a program record, in a 7973 win against San Francisco. A lot of people were pushing for Barcello to come back, thanks to a well-orchestrated plan by Pope to re-recruit Barcello and BYU's other seniors of Matt Haarms and Brandon Averette to return to BYU for another year. This is a wonderful opportunity for him.. [27] In the regular season finale against Pepperdine, Barcello broke the left scaphoid bone in his wrist, which required surgery after the season was suspended. He takes the most shots, and conversations about the state of the team ultimately surround how well he plays. Editors note This story is available to Salt Lake Tribune subscribers only. While the Cougars accomplished plenty of goals a 20-7 record, an NCAA Tournament berth for the first time in five seasons, and Barcello's .482 3-point percentage over two seasons at BYU that leads all players nationally they also fell short via a 73-62 loss to Final Four-bound UCLA in the first round in Indianapolis. Due to COVID-19, Barcello and Averette could. 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Without her, he probably never stays, either, the point guard confirmed. His energy and his effort and his demeanor out on the floor, hes just a team guy, said guard TJ Haws. The style of play that they were telling me and the stats they pulled up from Arizona and telling me how they would use me here, I was like, Man, thats where I feel like I can be successful, he said. [32], He received national honors including the (2x) Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year, Azcentral.com Big School Boys Basketball Athlete of the Year, Arizona BCA Division I Player of the Year, and (2x) East Valley Tribune Boys Basketball Player of the Year. Dink Pate, a five-star recruit in the 2024 high school class, has signed with the NBA's G League Ignite program, he told ESPN, saying that he plans "to keep working to the best of my ability to prove that I can play in the NBA.". Two great things happening in my life. And then what he does in the locker room and his leadership are so incredible. State audit alleges former Cache County prosecutors misused public resources, had side contracts without countys knowledge, Utah flooding resource guide: What to do before, during and after a flood, heading into the West Coast Conference Tournament. Did some Cougars quit on their teammates and coaches in 2022? Guard Steven Ashworth committed to transfer to Creighton on Monday. BYU Photo By Jeff Call Feb 4, 2020, 1:25pm PST SHARE But Barcello played sparingly as a freshman and sophomore with the Wildcats and he didnt exactly feel comfortable off the court. Alex, of course, has plenty going for him. [2] He led his team to the Division I tournament as the top seed. I would like to not have to try for another year. Like Ive mentioned before, I was in Tucson the two years that Barcello was. Barcello was born in the metropolitan area of Phoenix, Arizona, to Edward and Shelli Barcello, who were both former basketball players. They go out on the weekends. Coach Mark Pope, a showman who has a flair for the dramatic, hatched a plan of how to announce that decision to the world. His legacy will move forward with the guys that are on the roster into this next year.. Information in the story may be outdated I keep an eye on enough discussion boards and Facebook groups to know that most times fans turn a little on those who leave early feeling as if they were betrayed by a player they became so invested in. All-Arizona Division I boys basketball team (2015, 2016), 2x Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year (2015, 2017), azcentral.com Big School Basketball Boys Athlete of the Year (2017), Arizona Basketball Coaches Association Division I Player of the Year (2015), 2x 6A Central League state champions (201516), 2x East Valley Tribune Boys Basketball Player of the Year (201516), All-East Valley Tribune Boys Basketball first team (2016), MaxPreps.com High School Boys Basketball All-American honorable mention (2017), FloHoops All-Peach Invitational First Team (2016), This page was last edited on 4 April 2023, at 10:37. BYUs Amanda Barcello poses during a photo shoot in Provo. And he has proven to be an emotional leader, someone who isnt afraid to show his emotions and his exuberance for the game of basketball. But Im really proud of my sister and what she accomplished.. Shes a really good defender and shes a knock-down shooter, Whiting said. He's shooting 74.1% from the field, 61.5% from three, and 100% at the free-throw line. Alex, wholl be playing with the Oakland Soldiers of the EYBL this Summer, said he tries to do as much as he can to help his little sisters get better. Hes been everything to BYU basketball. Early life and high school career [ edit] [21] He notched his third double-digit scoring game of the season versus California (2/21/19), scoring 14 points in 18 minutes, going 7-of-7 from the free throw line. [9], Barcello was considered as one of the best players in the 2017 recruiting class by Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN. I know boys and girls is a lot different game-style, but I know if they can be tough theyll be the best girls basketball player on the court, and thats what I want them to be. Alex said he can relate to a member of another first family of their sport: Eli Manning. But now she's ready to make an impact. Its awesome. His brother, Devin, played for the Cougars in the 1970s and 80s. BYU basketball has a new prospect to monitor for the class of 2041. Don't be a 'Touron' this summer. Certainly, the Cougars will miss the 6-foot-2 guard from Arizona this season. Kolossos, a team in the top division of hoops in Greece, announced that it has signed Barcello. He was a kid when the Swift raids split his family. I think he feels appreciated. Barcello also had conversations with former Cougars TJ Haws and Jake Toolson, who played professionally this past season. After that first year, he spent the whole summer trying to grow himself into a leader of this locker room and of this team, he said. He had to make his most important decision this week. only for your personal, non-commercial use. Im really proud of him.. I thank God for the opportunity. "I wanted to leave it out on the table, and give my whole heart to his team, this coaching staff, and my new beautiful fiance. 12 Oregon with 32-point blowout, BYU's Barcello drops in consecutive layups to remain perfect from the floor. Its been great. Questions about Sports360AZ's reporting, wanting to submit your stories, or curious about advertising opportunities? Barcello has been flourishing as a consistent contributor, having started every game, averaging 10 points and three rebounds per contest. H Hotels . Welcome to Rhodes @alexbarcello ! https://t.co/ob4eZQyeET#kolossoshhotels #wearekolossos #season2022_2023 pic.twitter.com/sWiHI0nXp7. Its hard to describe because Ive never felt it before, but its great to see that all the hard work has finally paid off.. We had a phenomenal season. Barcello felt wanted, again. sltrib.com 1996-2023 The Salt Lake Tribune. He started in all 94 games he played in as a Cougar after transferring from the University of Arizona where he played two seasons. All Rights Reserved. Alex has one more year left to follow in older sister Julias footsteps and capture three titles in a high school career. He shot 85.6% from the free-throw line. "I really believe if I didn't have the coaching staff and players we did, I don't know if I would come back.". I was pushing him in that direction, Zoe said. RT @DailyUnivSports: Alex Barcello will be a father this July! He wants to play in the NBA, or any other league where he can get regular playing time in the sport he loves. All rights reserved. And he's a remarkable outside shooter. The last time theyd see him thwomp on the Marriott court while diving for a loose ball or finishing at the rim in traffic. Barcello was injured while going for a loose ball and one of my teammates swung their arm back and took my thumb with them, she said. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. With COVID, we battled a lot of adversity. Barcello announced during the camp that he will return and play for the Cougars during the 2021-22 season. Since 2011, theres been only one year where there wasnt at least one state champion living in the Barcello house. It runs the gamut, Why pro soccer star Ashley Hatch finished her degree at BYU, Heres how much Cincinnati, Houston and UCF will reportedly pay to enter the Big 12 early. But Ambers done a great job of guiding me and helping me through it all and encouraging me. And he'll be back for a rare fifth season of college hoops, when his scholarship won't count against the Cougars' 13-man limit because of the NCAA's blanket waiver related to the pandemic. Check out the highlights that should make fans excited about Steven Ashworth transferring to Creighton. Its such a phenomenal environment to be in, he said. He earned that space last year, both on the court and in the locker room. In reality, he had joined the team only a few months earlier. pic.twitter.com/hJLc6fr2Un. deductible, Report a missed paper by [email protected] calling801-237-2900, For e-edition questions or comments, contact customer support801-237-2900or [email protected]. I'm so emotional, because it's the happiest time of my life.". This university fits him in terms of what he cares about. These super seniors are freebies. Personal Mom is Shelli Barcello Sister Amanda is on the BYU women's basketball team Pronunciation: bar-SELL-oh Instagram: @alexbarcello | Twitter: @alexbarcello | LinkedIn: Alex Barcello Before BYU Played his freshman and sophomore seasons at Arizona As a sophomore in 2018-19, played in 30 games and averaged 3.3 points and added 26 reboun [13] He had a season high of 11 points in their victory over LBSU, which included three makes on four attempts from beyond the arc. Hes living it up in Greece, on an island. During his decision-making process, Barcello talked to agents and NBA teams. Its the happiest time of my life right now., Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. "The whole evening was a movie. In February at Pepperdine, Barcello poured in a career-high 33 pointson 10-of-12 shooting from the floor, was 9 of 10 on 3-point attempts, and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line. I try to just to keep them tough, Alex said. ", A post shared by Alex Barcello (@alexbarcello). Things didnt work out the way I thought they would. But none were a bigger influence than Simpson. Additionally, he led the Cougars in scoring both of his final two years, and is 25th all-time in school history in the statistic. So Alex brought a certain mentality, a certain work ethic, a certain leadership style. Overall, shes enjoyed her time in Provo. While there, he also planned to ask Simpson's father for his blessing to propose. He loves the team and loves the coaches. "[2] Barcello started playing basketball when he was two. Barcello himself doesnt seem all that interested in his place among the BYU greats. But thats the future. I want to cleanse that bitter feeling. The best things that have happened in my life and Im so excited, so happy. Former BYU assistant coach Tim LaComb said Barcellos tenacity reminds of Jackson Emery, who he coached alongside Fredette. Still, the way Robinson sees it, Barcello will still make an impact on this years team. According to BYU . Brigham Young Cougars guard Alex Barcello (13) drops in a 3-point shot during an NIT game against Long Beach State at the Marriott Center in Provo on Wednesday, March 16, 2022. Barcello is BYU's unquestioned leader and currently the best player as a 5th-year senior. And it was devastating for her because she had seen her two siblings win, and win often, and she wanted it so bad. Today, theres only one champ in the house, and its Sarah. As Barcello stepped back behind the 3-point line and rose up to shoot, the Cougars bench rose in unison. Alex Barcello is so grateful toward BYU that he decided to come back. Just watching all those years, I kind of take little bits and pieces of the best guards and you kind of make an Alex Barcello out of that, former Cougars player Mark Durrant told The Salt Lake Tribune. He's already set a BYU record, with his 7-for-7 3-point shooting performance in a 79-73 win over San Francisco. Former BYU Cougars star guard Alex Barcello will formally begin his professional basketball career abroad. As a parent, you want your kids in the best environment possible.. Time after time after time, he comes up with game-winning plays for us, Pope said. According to NJ.com, Zach Wilson has had mixed results through the first half of OTAs. After redshirting last season due to an injury, Amanda Barcello, the sister of former BYU sharpshooter Alex Barcello, is excited to get after it in 2022-23. No. What former BYU players put NFL scouts on notice during 2023 pro day? He played every single game during coach Popes first three years here at BYU, said assistant coach Nick Robinson. All Rights Reserved, Its the happiest time of my life right now: Why Alex Barcello decided to return to BYU basketball for one more season, A few bounces away: Lessons learned and silver linings. What he doesnt have going for him right now is an NCAA Tournament run or even an NIT-type of Final Four appearance, ESPN960 analyst Benjamin Criddle said. Durrant has been watching BYU mens basketball teams for more than 40 years. He definitely was a really big part of it. Amanda Barcello prepped at Seton Catholic Prep in Chandler, Arizona, where she averaged 9.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.1 steals and 2.5 assists per game. He wants this team and this staff, Pope said. I think its a huge thing for our program. [16], In his sophomore season at Arizona, he played in 30 of 32 games for the Wildcats. He shot 52.3% from the field, including 47.7% from 3-point range. but is now known as Kolossos H Hotels for sponsorship reasons. "This Alex Barcello is incredible; we all know that," Pope said. It will show him among the players with more than 1,000 points in his . Coming in everyday knowing that I had to put my effort out with the new coaches and proving a point because last year I wasnt able to play in games, Barcello said. The sharpshooting guard left an indelible mark on the BYU basketball program during his three seasons in Provo. 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