Austin to transfer

[BCPanther]

Re: Austin to transfer

From what I heard he was very upset that he was not starting. That's all I have from someone is close with the program. I don't know anything more than that.

I've heard the same in the last couple of days. Person I talked to couldn't figure it out either.

And I ask 'WHY?' He had to know coming in that he was going to be behind Jesperson, Washpun, Bo, Lohaus, and Morgan on the depth chart. He was going to be the 6th guard this year.

[ceaser150]

Re: Austin to transfer

From what I heard he was very upset that he was not starting. That's all I have from someone is close with the program. I don't know anything more than that.

If that's true good riddance. No rational person could make the argument he deserved to start. Too bad he couldn't have had more patience because he probably would have started next year.

[UNIdad]

Re: Austin to transfer

From what I heard he was very upset that he was not starting. That's all I have from someone is close with the program. I don't know anything more than that.

The guy had great potential, but he didn't earn the starting spot based on what he did when he got into games I saw. Its really too bad. He could have been a great contributor to this team. Maybe even starting by the end of the season if he could put team first.

[CincyPanther88]

Re: Austin to transfer

The Screaming Eagles - nice.

Wish him the best. For whatever reason it didn't work out here, doesn't make him a bad person.

Finally, the voice of reason.

[DownGoesKansas]

Re: Austin to transfer

Finally, the voice of reason.

I think everyone has been reasonable.

I don't think anyone has ripped him. People just want to know what happened, whole thing makes no sense. There was no way he was going to start this year. Everyone had to know that. Heck, Jesperson went from starting in the ACC to coming off our bench, even now he's starting way out of position. Just doesn't make sense but oh well.

['70 Grad]

Re: Austin to transfer

If true, he had a high opinion of himself. We have 4 back court men (3 seniors, one junior) that are as good as any in the conference. Did he hear Jake wrong and think he was guaranteed anything?

[ronfitch]

Re: Austin to transfer

I don't follow college basketball nearly as close as football, but does "starting" really matter as much on a typical Jacobson-coached team? As far as minutes and looks, anyway?

Honest questions.

[UNIdad]

Re: Austin to transfer

I don't follow college basketball nearly as close as football, but does "starting" really matter as much on a typical Jacobson-coached team? As far as minutes and looks, anyway?

Honest questions.

Seemed to me that Austin got some good minutes in the first few games. Kinda like an in-game tryout. We could see Austin's potential, but he didn't "grab" the starting spot with his performance.

For instance, I think Lohaus did a much better job of using his first few games last year to show that he should be on the court more.

Austin seemed to have the talent. Too bad it didn't work out. Wish him the best.

[domedays]

Re: Austin to transfer

I guess to be a top athlete you need that level of confidence and feel that you should be starting.
For myself being very far from a top athlete, it is beyond me that someone could look at last years team, the returning players, and the substitution pattern and be that upset about playing time he received so far. Very shortsighted on his part, or there were other factors involved.

[GonzoCat]

Re: Austin to transfer

Finally, the voice of reason.

Finally someone recognizes me for what I am - the voice of reason. You'd be surprised how few people on here get that.

[CincyPanther88]

Re: Austin to transfer

I think everyone has been reasonable.

I don't think anyone has ripped him. People just want to know what happened, whole thing makes no sense. There was no way he was going to start this year. Everyone had to know that. Heck, Jesperson went from starting in the ACC to coming off our bench, even now he's starting way out of position. Just doesn't make sense but oh well.

I've seen posts suggesting him of being selfish, not being able to pick up the system of play, poor classroom performance, bad attitude and criminal behavior amongst other things. Not everyone has bashed him but it's common to see posters bashing guys who transfer elsewhere. I don't know why he transferred but there are a couple of transfers not only currently on the team but in the starting five. Paul and Wes aren't bad people because they transferred. Jake recruited Arias in the first place so he must not be that bad. If he is a bad egg, it's better he's elsewhere than still on the team being a potential problem.

[unipanther2154]

Re: Austin to transfer

I've seen posts suggesting him of being selfish, not being able to pick up the system of play, poor classroom performance, bad attitude and criminal behavior amongst other things. Not everyone has bashed him but it's common to see posters bashing guys who transfer elsewhere. I don't know why he transferred but there are a couple of transfers not only currently on the team but in the starting five. Paul and Wes aren't bad people because they transferred. Jake recruited Arias in the first place so he must not be that bad. If he is a bad egg, it's better he's elsewhere than still on the team being a potential problem.

He was/is selfish ( or I can make a safe assumption of that based on the situation behind his transfer)....he wasn't playing at all right before he transferred....so this "not getting the system" seems to hold weight. I don't think as many ppl are bashing him as you want to make it out to be. People also don't have issues with a guy transferring to another school. The clear issue,and I don't get how you miss this, would be in the middle of a season a guy up and quits. If you don't see how some fans might be a little upset about that and want to voice it.....well, god help you. I've also been critical of this kid since before it was cool
I do want to say him leaving, regardless of what I thought about his play has and will continue to hurt this team.

[Panther100]

Re: Austin to transfer

I would say to be quite selective for a replacement at the 2/3 guard spot. I would prefer to hold out for a high school player next season 17-18. Given T. Lohaus most likely R/S, we will be thin with experienced guards. This is a complete reversal of this season. I think Haldeman/Brown are good for the 2 guard spot. Brown can also be the 2nd team 3 guard. McCloud/W. Lohaus/Knar can run the point guard spot.

[Panther100]

Re: Austin to transfer

Austin was not going to start for Northern Iowa and has much more playing time opportunity with Minnesota State Mankato. Although his shooting is good he is too slow to stay with Division I 2 guards and has only average 3 guard size. His defensive short comings will be less of an issue at the Division II level.

[Kyle]

Re: Austin to transfer

I've seen posts suggesting him of being selfish, not being able to pick up the system of play, poor classroom performance, bad attitude and criminal behavior amongst other things.

It's just as speculative to assume none of the above suggestions are in the realm of possibility. The fact is we don't know why Aarias transferred, but the circumstances surrounding the decision are more definitely puzzling.

When a player with Austin's history and only 6 months of eligibility remaining decides to transfer, fans will naturally begin to wonder what is really going on.

And for the record, being arrested for an OWI and possession of a controlled substance does meet the definition of criminal behavior.