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In some sense, hes already written a storybook ending, Pope said. "I don't want to live with any regrets," Barcello said. But he said recently that anyone would be hard-pressed to find another player who transferred to the school, connected with the fan base and grew as a person as much as Barcello did in the last three years. Thats pretty impressive.. I wanted to see myself put on that jersey and play in front of those crowds. It just didnt feel like the right fit. Hes shooting 50% from the field, 48% from 3-point range and 88% from the free throw line. Not surprisingly, Alex influenced Amandas decision to commit to the Cougars. The Deseret News Ryan McDonald poses the question: Is Steve Young one of the best NFL quarterbacks of all time? Knocked down a pair of critical baseline jumpers in UA run in its win at Oregon State (2-22-18). Barcello announced during the camp that he will return and play for the Cougars during the 2021-22 season. BYU was a breath of fresh air for Barcello. It will show him among the players with more than 1,000 points in his . Hes fit in really well and its been fun to have him here., Hes been a perfect fit for us and I think weve been a perfect fit for him, too. Hes capable of really pressuring the ball. And Alex I think is just like that, where he wants to do everything possible to come back and win one his senior year and go out on top like Julia did.. It's two great things happening in my life, but I could not be more happy to spend the rest of my life with her.". Everything I tried to do nonchalantly, she wanted to know why we were doing it that way. 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. His energy and his effort and his demeanor out on the floor, hes just a team guy, said guard TJ Haws. "I think he has a sense of how hard that is, but I think it's a huge thing for our program. BYU football is adding a starting offensive line transfer from Big 12 country, Steven Ashworth has made a decision on where hell play next year, How Conner Mantz and other BYU alumni fared in the Boston Marathon. He wants the focus. A post shared by KSL.com Sports (@kslcomsports), More importantly, though, is what Barcello brings to the team both statistically and in the locker room, one Pope had continuously referred to as "the best locker room in America.". I see her getting a lot of minutes doing that.. Barcello traveled to Arizona to attend Zoes graduation from the University of Arizona and to ask for her fathers blessing before asking her to marry him. Every day, I felt like something was off and I didnt feel like I could be myself and I didnt feel like my true colors could come out, Barcello said. Things didnt work out the way I thought they would. With Sarah having just completed her sophomore season and a youngest sister still in seventh grade, that domination might continue for years to come. As Barcello stepped back behind the 3-point line and rose up to shoot, the Cougars bench rose in unison. BYU guard Alex Barcello high-fives a participant during a Fathers and Sons basketball camp at the Smith Fieldhouse in Provo on Friday, May 28, 2021. 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.". 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. Last spring, Barcello entered the transfer portal and was recruited by Pope and his staff. But now she's ready to make an impact. Barcello, who got married this summer (BYU head coach Mark Pope officiated the wedding), got workout invites with numerous NBA teams before the league's draft in June and played with the Toronto Raptors during summer league in Las Vegas, although he did not see much floor time. Alex Barcello est tan agradecido con BYU que decidi regresar. Players dont owe anyone anything, but I am glad to see Barcello stay. [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. Off the court, kind of goofy and fun. He also has the most 3-pointers in a game without a miss (seven). 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And she helped Seton Catholic capture a 4A state championship. I'm so emotional, because it's the happiest time of my life.". I'm super excited about that.". Trevin Knell buries the 3 from the wing for BYU, BYU upsets No. A guy who was willing to do everything that the team needed whether that was scoring, rebounding, locking up one of their best offensive players, whether thats just communicating to guys on the court and leading them.. On the court, were super serious, she said. But before making an immediate impact at BYU, Barcello was the No. My brother made the transition a lot easier. Since then, fans have watched him improve with every game. Hes interested in, and weve had talks about religion, and things like that. For what we wanted to accomplish, we didnt make it. Alexs Corona del Sol team was upset early despite entering the tournament as the top seed. Former BYU guard Alex Barcello is currently playing on the Toronto Raptors summer league team as he pursues a professional basketball career. I was just happy for him, said his father, Edward. I was like, Maybe thats the right step for me, too. Like I said, just looking up to him my whole life and him being the father-figure in my life, I knew that it could be the right fit for me, too.. What he does in the locker room and his leadership is so incredible, Pope said. Its an environment that I feel like I should be in. The sister of BYU sharpshooter Alex Barcello, Amanda hopes BYU is the same right fit it was for her brother. He was a kid when the Swift raids split his family. From first downs to buzzer beaters, get KSL.coms top sports stories delivered to your inbox weekly. "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. On August 12, 2022, Barcello signed his first professional contract overseas with Kolossos Rhodes of the Greek Basket League. So Alex brought a certain mentality, a certain work ethic, a certain leadership style. They are two different environments, he said. Zach Wilson has had mixed results through the first half of OTAs. [25] Barcello scored 18 points in a 9161 win over Weber State on December 21, 2019. Yes I have given him a hard time before, Sarah admits, laughing. After spending two checkered seasons in Tucson, Barcello arrived in Provo in August 2019 as a transfer. How important was the TeJon Lucas signing for BYU, Mark Pope? Are we nearing the end of this pandemic? We just got engaged. And just like Alex, Julia lost her junior season. [6], In his junior season, in the state tournament, Barcello surpassed 1,000 points in only his second varsity season. 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. Coach Mark Pope admitted he isnt too familiar with all who came before Barcello. I wish theyd do that every year., ONE MORE YEAR!!!!! Ive seen first-hand how BYU has helped him and made Barcello happier. He loves the team and loves the coaches. Why NCAA tourney experience was a defining moment for BYU. Sitdown With Spurge. Opened his collegiate career with a strong three-game run of 7.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game while shooting 58.3 percent from the field and 57.1 percent from three-point range. Hes so good in transition. Richard Harward; Redshirt Junior, Center "Big. You know Pope, go big or go home, Barcello said. The Cougars were clinging to a one-point lead when Barcello took a pass in the corner and knocked down a 3-pointer with 27 seconds remaining in a 68-64 victory, though he had missed his previous three 3-point attempts against the Aggies. Alex Barcello made the switch from the University of Arizona two seasons ago. Last January, ESPN analyst Jay Bilas said, Alex Barcello is the best shooter in the country. 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). We need to fill roles on the court. I really believe that if I didnt have the coaching staff and players that we did, I dont know if Id come back. Certainly, the Cougars will miss the 6-foot-2 guard from Arizona this season. The coaching staff loves me for it.. Its a sign that were headed back to a normal season experience. Part of Barcellos value to BYU has been his ability to impact a game in ways that dont show up in the box score. archived form does not constitute a republication of the story. That impacted his decision to return. Its more about family and there are a lot of players that are married and have kids. 2 recruit in the state of Arizona in 2017. This archived news story is available Its such a blessing.. "I got a bitter taste in my mouth, still, from it," Barcello said. He may have an even bigger impact off the court, being a friend and a great teammate to all of us.. Criddle believes he may even be in the top five of the last 25 years. Hes a pretty creative passer.. BYU basketball has a new prospect to monitor for the class of 2041. "To come back and play for BYU, which is such a great university, I couldn't ask for much more. Were really similar. I couldnt be more happy to spend the rest of my life with her.. Efficient, tough, strong, aggressive, controlled fire. But for what we wanted to accomplish, we didn't make it. Amid the uproarious celebrations, he tapped on his left wrist where a watch might be. I try to just to keep them tough, Alex said. [12], In his freshman year at Arizona, Barcello appeared in 21 games from his point guard position. [19] He scored seven points in 12 minutes at UCLA (1/25/19). Not only did it separate him from what had plagued him his first two collegiate seasons, but he came to a program that believed in him and gave him the opportunity to become a team leader. Donate to the newsroom now. [26] He had 18 points and a career-high six three pointers, part of a BYU record 18 three pointers, in a 7754 win over Loyola Marymount on February 14, 2020. Former BYU Cougars star guard Alex Barcello will formally begin his professional basketball career abroad. Due to the pandemic, Barcello is a super senior and his scholarship wont count against the programs 13 scholarships. I love the fans so much. But thats the future. Another person that played a big role in helping him through the process was, of course, Zoe, his fiancee. "This Alex Barcello is incredible; we all know that," Pope said. It has beautiful beaches, she said. With BYU firmly on the bubble of the NCAA Tournament picture, its unclear if Barcello will get that chance. [14] He opened his collegiate career with a strong three-game run of 7.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game while shooting 58.3 percent from the field and 57.1 percent from three-point range. They were like, youve got to sign this. 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 coach Pope to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in five years. ", A post shared by Alex Barcello (@alexbarcello). RT @DailyUnivSports: Alex Barcello will be a father this July! While Amanda Barcello is looking to play a key role at BYU, her brother, who starred at BYU before embarking on a professional basketball career, is currently playing in Greece.