WMU big man Javonte Brown is one of the last to go in the portal. We were on him heavy last year. I would definitely be happy if we got him now.
If this guy is motivated by the highest bidder as apparently was the case last year only to bolt in pursuit of his fourth school when he didn't start at his loser third school whom we obliterated in the tournament, then no thank you.
Or maybe he’s been humbled and has had an attitude change. Still worth a phone call in my opinion to find out.
I greatly admire how selective our staff appears to be in navigating transfers. We should not sell our souls for talent and it does not appear that we are. Consider the transfers we have taken on under Boals:
-Ohio is their second stop after playing at peer or better schools: Hunter, Wilson, Mitchell, Wiz, Cornish. I don't quibble much with one such change of scenery.
-Lower division players who have graduated and want their shot at D1 for their final year: Schmock, Searles
Boals felt he needed to consult Jason Preston and BVP to bring back Jason Carter for his final year of elibility.
Remains to be seen on Pavaletzke, but you can at least surmise the thought progression. Excellent at peer or slightly lower D1, takes a crack at P5, outlook not so bright, so he lands at Ohio for a "right" fit. I think that's what's happening. I would be surprised if he doesn't finish out with us.
Am I missing anyone? We don't seem to be aggressively going after anyone who appears to be a chronic job hopper.
Last Edited: 5/1/2024 11:38:42 AM by shabamon