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  • Transfer to UNI

    This information was posted in another thread (http://www.panthernation.com/showthread.php?t=3567)with a link to a story from the Courier, but I thought it would be good to start a new thread about this topic.

    CARLTON REED TO TRANSFER TO UNI

    Cedar Falls, Iowa – Guard Carlton Reed, who played the last two seasons
    at the University of Iowa, will transfer to the University of Northern
    Iowa, UNI head men’s basketball coach Ben Jacobson announced today.

    Reed, a 6-4, 180-pound native of Waterloo, Iowa (East High School) will
    enroll at UNI this fall and sit out the NCAA-mandated one year for
    transfers. He will be able to practice with the Panthers immediately,
    and will have two years of eligibility remaining when he takes the floor
    starting in the 2007-08 season.

    “We’re excited to have a person the quality of Carlton Reed join our
    program,” Jacobson said. “Clearly, Carlton is one of the best
    basketball players to come out of our metro area in a long time. His
    ability to make three-point shots, combined with his athleticism, will
    make him a perfect fit for our program. We’re absolutely thrilled that
    Carlton has decided to come back home to UNI.”

    Reed had a highly-decorated prep career at nearby Waterloo East High
    School. He was named Iowa’s “Mr. Basketball” and the Gatorade Iowa
    Player of the Year following his senior season of 2003-04, after
    averaging 21.9 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game. He helped
    guide East High to the Class 4A championship as a junior, and a state
    runner-up finish as both a sophomore and a senior. A four-year member
    of the honor roll, the Trojans posted an impressive 90-12 record during
    his four years in high school.
    "10% of life is what happens to you, 90% is how you react to what happens."

  • #2
    Fantastic news to hear, although it seems several people (PTTB, BAP, and others) had the inside track and knew about this all along, but still a great pick up for one of those remaining scholarships. Great work to Coach Ben and UNI on pulling in some great hometown talent.

    Welcome to UNI Mr. Reed, the best University in the state of Iowa, for basketball at least

    GO PANTHERS!!!
    GO PANTHERS!!!

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    • #3
      While he won't be immediately eligible, Reed will contribute from day 1 at UNI and WILL see significant minutes in the future! GREAT signing for UNI!!!

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      • #4
        Originally posted by CF Panther
        While he won't be immediately eligible, Reed will contribute from day 1 at UNI and WILL see significant minutes in the future! GREAT signing for UNI!!!
        CF this is scary as can be, you and I agree completely on something about UNI hoops!!! Reed is a huge transfer and will make a great addition to the squad, hopefully take them to the Second Round. GO PANTHERS!!!
        GO PANTHERS!!!

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        • #5
          Not that it wasn't already the case with the quality recruits coming in but this gives things a definite "reload" feel.

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          • #6
            sorry but I'm just not as excited as everyone else on this pick up. I think that it is a waste of a scholly since Travis Brown will be playing in Reed's spot and should get more playing time. As I have stated before in previous posts about Reed, he just didn't impress me at Iowa with improving his skills. The only thing is that he could be helpful playing off of the bench for breathers and keeping him away from other MVC teams. I hope that he proves me wrong, but at this time I just don't like the move. I know that I will get some smack for this, but it is just my opinion.
            Coach Whisenhunt 1/18/09. "There was never any complaints about not being named the starter, all he wanted was an opportunity and he took advantage of it. Kurt is probably one of the greatest individuals you'll ever meet. Kurt worked hard on a lot of things that a lot of times older quarterbacks aren't willing to do. That's a credit to his humility and his competitive drive, and the reason that we are here today in great part is what Kurt Warner has done for us."

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            • #7
              I don't think Travis Brown and Carlton are going to play the same spot. I think you can never have too many 6'2 - 6'4 athletic wing players in the Valley. This league is getting more and more athletic every year and UNI has to keep up. They not only got a good player with tremendous potential, but they got a good person who is from the Cedar Valley...I hope he proves you wrong too merk.
              "10% of life is what happens to you, 90% is how you react to what happens."

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              • #8
                I'm sure Creighton would have wanted an extra swing man with all the injuries they had this year. You can never have too many good players.

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by panther2317
                  I don't think Travis Brown and Carlton are going to play the same spot. I think you can never have too many 6'2 - 6'4 athletic wing players in the Valley. This league is getting more and more athletic every year and UNI has to keep up. They not only got a good player with tremendous potential, but they got a good person who is from the Cedar Valley...I hope he proves you wrong too merk.
                  I agree. I'd take about 10 Travis Brown/Carlton Reed type players on my team. Add one or two big guys and a point guard and you're not gonna lose many games...

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                  • #10
                    Yep, who would want a deep team. I mean, we did so great with a 7 man rotation this season, we did'nt even get tired at the end of the season . Look, if Jack can keep everyone satisfied PT wise (which may not be easy) having lots of depth can only be a good thing for this program and take us to the next level. The more quality players the better, especially if everyone can have a Foster/Little team attitude

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by merkpanthers
                      sorry but I'm just not as excited as everyone else on this pick up. I think that it is a waste of a scholly since Travis Brown will be playing in Reed's spot and should get more playing time. As I have stated before in previous posts about Reed, he just didn't impress me at Iowa with improving his skills. The only thing is that he could be helpful playing off of the bench for breathers and keeping him away from other MVC teams. I hope that he proves me wrong, but at this time I just don't like the move. I know that I will get some smack for this, but it is just my opinion.
                      I think you have to remember that Alford and him never got along. he has said it himself that it was one of the hardest times in his life as far as overcoming the rough relationship he had with Alford. His game could have definitely been effected by that. Jacobson will not have a problem getting along with Reed, as Reed is a good kid. Alford is garbage. Honestly i dont see reed just being the guy to "give a breather" to the starters. Give him a year to observe and get used to his teamates and he will love where hes at (finally). I think he will be back to his old self. it can be tough being in a place where you dont get along with the coach and the fans seem to be on yoru case as well. I think he will do a lot of damage for the panthers!
                      John 3:16

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by pantherfan4ever
                        I think you have to remember that Alford and him never got along. he has said it himself that it was one of the hardest times in his life as far as overcoming the rough relationship he had with Alford. His game could have definitely been effected by that. Jacobson will not have a problem getting along with Reed, as Reed is a good kid. Alford is garbage. Honestly i dont see reed just being the guy to "give a breather" to the starters. Give him a year to observe and get used to his teamates and he will love where hes at (finally). I think he will be back to his old self. it can be tough being in a place where you dont get along with the coach and the fans seem to be on yoru case as well. I think he will do a lot of damage for the panthers!

                        It sure seems that Alford does not get along well with a whole lot of people.

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by Reed Rothchild
                          It sure seems that Alford does not get along well with a whole lot of people.
                          this is a very true statment. i have talked to a few iowa players that have said that.
                          John 3:16

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by pantherfan4ever
                            I think you have to remember that Alford and him never got along...
                            I think you're right. And I think we all know that you're never going to get the best out of someone who really doesn't like who they work for, play for, etc. It's not only true in athletics but in all of life. You can suck it up and work/play through it, but to some extent your productivity is going to be affected. He hasn't even thrown on a UNI practice jersey yet so he's a clean slate at this point.

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by Bier Guy '99
                              I think you're right. And I think we all know that you're never going to get the best out of someone who really doesn't like who they work for, play for, etc. It's not only true in athletics but in all of life. You can suck it up and work/play through it, but to some extent your productivity is going to be affected. He hasn't even thrown on a UNI practice jersey yet so he's a clean slate at this point.
                              ya, and our coaching staff is very player friendly. i dont see Reed having a problem with our coaching staff and that will make him A LOT more comfortable! GO PANTHERS!
                              John 3:16

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