2020-21 Basketball Schedule

[SteinPizza]

He had to be losing his mind.

Senior year...first games since getting the plug pulled last March...good teams on the docket...doc says OK to go.

That had to be a long 3 days for TB.

Say hypothetically Green elects to sit out this year to get healthy...I wonder if that prompts guys like Berhow and Pickford to come back next year to be part of what could be something special? Note - I’m pretty sure Pickford is a senior, but could be wrong.

[CyCarp]

Say hypothetically Green elects to sit out this year to get healthy...I wonder if that prompts guys like Berhow and Pickford to come back next year to be part of what could be something special? Note - I’m pretty sure Pickford is a senior, but could be wrong.

I'm hoping both come back, but who knows. I was very frustrated with Tywhon last week, but when he plays his game, he's still pretty good. Plus I hate to see seniors go out in a crappy season like this. I think it does help that both are true seniors, it's not like next year would be a 6th or 7th year.

[Mill1634]

I have no inside info but I would be shocked to see too many people take advantage of the extra year no matter the school or sport.

[orangetennis]

I have no inside info but I would be shocked to see too many people take advantage of the extra year no matter the school or sport.

What would make you say that?

[Mill1634]

What would make you say that?

Again, no inside info but just going off what I’ve seen other coaches say. These kids know that they need to get on with their life, and from a team perspective, also creates a scholarship problem team wise. Also remember that in order to play that the kids need to take classes in order to be eligible.

[panther-state]

It makes sense if you have grad school plans that UNI can fulfill. Otherwise, I'd agree with the above sentiment that a number of athletes are probably ready for the next step after 4-5 years

[Blue42]

I believe the scholarship limits are being waved for next year only to allow for kids to stay an extra year.

But the school still would have to make the decision to offer extra scholarships. And money is tight for all athletic departments right now.

[BCPanther]

Richmond game looks to be a go. They added a game Monday afternoon with Wofford and are off pause as of today.

Great test for us!

[UNIChippewa]

Any latest news on AJ?

[orangetennis]

Again, no inside info but just going off what I’ve seen other coaches say. These kids know that they need to get on with their life, and from a team perspective, also creates a scholarship problem team wise. Also remember that in order to play that the kids need to take classes in order to be eligible.

This makes absolutely no sense to me. For the vast majority of these kids, their college basketball experience will be the highlight of their entire life. Why would they want to "get on with their lives" when they can remain in the limelight, and take another crack at a once in a lifetime opportunity to play in the NCAA tournament?
The argument about the school affording to offer the extra scholarships is a legit one, but from the kid's perspective, I just can't imagine anyone wanting to "get on with their life" instead of playing a bonus season of D1college basketball.

[Blue42]

This makes absolutely no sense to me. For the vast majority of these kids, their college basketball experience will be the highlight of their entire life. Why would they want to "get on with their lives" when they can remain in the limelight, and take another crack at a once in a lifetime opportunity to play in the NCAA tournament?
The argument about the school affording to offer the extra scholarships is a legit one, but from the kid's perspective, I just can't imagine anyone wanting to "get on with their life" instead of playing a bonus season of D1college basketball.

If I were advising a kid who had the chance to play one more year, and they were getting meaningful playing time, I would recommend they stay and play.

Unless they have a terrific opportunity waiting for them after college, I would take the experience of one more season. Agree it is a unique opportunity you will likely not have again in life.

But the kids heart has to be in it. And for some kids I think 4 or 5 years of D1 sports is a hell of a grind and they get worn down.

Very individual decision...but my advice would be to think hard about playing one more year.

[Mill1634]

This makes absolutely no sense to me. For the vast majority of these kids, their college basketball experience will be the highlight of their entire life. Why would they want to "get on with their lives" when they can remain in the limelight, and take another crack at a once in a lifetime opportunity to play in the NCAA tournament?
The argument about the school affording to offer the extra scholarships is a legit one, but from the kid's perspective, I just can't imagine anyone wanting to "get on with their life" instead of playing a bonus season of D1college basketball.

Go look at others comments. For example? Kirk Ferentz has said multiple times he does not anticipate many using the extra year. I understand that it is a different sport and a different school, but I think this will be the case everywhere. The athletes coming back not only means another year + summer of practicing, studying, and staying in shape. I know it seems easy to say it’s a year of basketball (or any other sport) but it’s a grind on these kids. And on the other side you have the team/school. It can impact them both financially and playing time wise. For example, ty coming back would affect Heise/Anderson/Duax playing time for next year.

[CyCarp]

If I were advising a kid who had the chance to play one more year, and they were getting meaningful playing time, I would recommend they stay and play.

Unless they have a terrific opportunity waiting for them after college, I would take the experience of one more season. Agree it is a unique opportunity you will likely not have again in life.

But the kids heart has to be in it. And for some kids I think 4 or 5 years of D1 sports is a hell of a grind and they get worn down.

Very individual decision...but my advice would be to think hard about playing one more year.

I agree with this. Some guys might have a job lined up after graduation. Some might be planning on grad school. Every situation is different. With Pickford and Berhow, it's only a 5th year for both - last year I believe we graduated three 5th year seniors, so it's not like it's uncommon, other than they may not have expected a 5th year 2 months ago. I believe Jake was asked about it in the preseason and (if I remember correctly) he said those conversations haven't been had yet, but if the guys want to come back for 1 more year, they'll make it work.

In other news, it's good to hear the Richmond game is a go. Hopefully we hear some news on AJ soon.

[Big Cats]

Keep in mind also that if an athlete has followed the advice of his advisor, he will have completed a degree program in 4-5 years and would have to enter a graduate program in order to continue playing a sport. If UNI does not offer graduate studies for that degree program the athlete would have to transfer elsewhere.

[CyCarp]

Any latest news on AJ?

AJ Green update: He has not participated in practice and there is no expected date for return at this point. He's doing individual stationary workouts & rehab and is still in the huddles talking to teammates at practice. The next step is unlikely to be decided before next week.