[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. BYU was a breath of fresh air for Barcello. Barcello is BYU's unquestioned leader and currently the best player as a 5th-year senior. Did some Cougars quit on their teammates and coaches in 2022? I want to cleanse that bitter feeling. [30], Barcello was again named to the First Team All-WCC in 2022.[31]. "I think he has a sense of how hard that is, but I think it's a huge thing for our program. [13] He had a season high of 11 points in their victory over LBSU, which included three makes on four attempts from beyond the arc. Barcello came to Provo from a toxic environment, both with the team and personally. Hes a really genuine guy. The one-time Arizona transfer will take advantage of an extra year of eligibility provided by the NCAA due to the COVID-19 pandemic as he makes his way back to Provo for one final go at college hoops. But LaComb is confident. Chance Westry, a highly regarded prospect who redshirted his freshman year at Auburn, is joining incoming coach Adrian Autry at Syracuse. And it was devastating for her because she had seen her two siblings win, and win often, and she wanted it so bad. Two great things happening in my life. We still had a really great season, Barcello said. I wish theyd do that every year., ONE MORE YEAR!!!!! Its amazing, Sarah told Sports360AZ.com. So how does a reigning champ treat a disappointed older brother whos never lost before? 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. Edward reports shes got interest from big nearby schools like Arizona State and Oregon State, but also from top academic institutions like Princeton and Yale. He said his reaction to Sarahs championship, mixed with enormous pride for his sister, was much like Elis at this years Super Bowl as he watched his brother Peyton win. Before Barcellos announcement, Pope told the crowd that Barcello had just gotten engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Zoe Simpson. Young Kwak, Associated Press 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.. He doesnt have maybe an iconic game in which hes been a part of that he was the lead protagonist. He wants to play in the NBA, or any other league where he can get regular playing time in the sport he loves. Whether Mark Pope realized it or not, he made history when he inserted Alex Barcello, Te'Jon Lucas, Seneca Knight, Gideon George, and Fousseyni Traore into the starting lineup. This archived news story is available While the BYU men's basketball team has lost star guard Alex Barcello, a three-year starter, the women's team is adding a Barcello. Only one team makes it to win the national championship every year. "These are two of the greatest things to happen in my life," said Barcello, who announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Zoe Simpson on Thursday. I want to focus on the details with my game. Efficient, tough, strong, aggressive, controlled fire. View this post on Instagram I didnt see that being a possibility this year but I dont want to live with any regrets. [10][11] He was a consensus four-star prospect in the Class of 2017 and committed to play at Arizona over offers from Virginia, Butler, Indiana and Stanford. The Wildcats were in the middle of a college recruiting scandal and Barcello was having some issues with extended family. But now shes ready to make an impact. "Four years and seven months, to the day, and I had the ring the whole last season," Barcello said. Immediately when he got here we got together as a team and he fit right in, Haws said. BYU guard Alex Barcello passes to Gideon George during a game against Gonzaga in Spokane, Wash., Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. I love it.. If theres one characteristic BYU fans love most about the student-athletes that come to Provo, Id say its loyalty. BYU basketball has a new prospect to monitor for the class of 2041. "But Zoe is way better. After that first year, he spent the whole summer trying to grow himself into a leader of this locker room and of this team, he said. How important was the TeJon Lucas signing for BYU, Mark Pope? He shot 52.3% from the field, including 47.7% from 3-point range. I just want to be known as a guy that gave it his all every time he stepped out on the floor, Barcello said. He averaged 24.2 points, 3.0 assists and 5.8 rebounds per game. "When he finally got the clarity that he needed and made that decision, it was awesome.". And he's a remarkable outside shooter. BYU Photo Today, theres only one champ in the house, and its Sarah. Listed at 6'2 and 190 pounds, Barcello just completed his third and final season at BYU. But the record book will show Barcello as one of only three BYU players to make at least nine 3-pointers in a single game. But now she's ready to make an impact. All Rights Reserved, Amanda Barcello following in the footsteps of older brother Alex, How Arizona transfer Alex Barcello became an extraordinary fit for BYU basketball, Opportunity to play for her mom not only reason Amari Whiting committed to BYU, How Amber Whiting became the next head coach for BYU womens basketball, What Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said about BYU transfer Caleb Etienne. Saturday night meant the world to me. Hell be among the top 20 in 3-point field goals made. He grew up with his three sisters, Sarah, Amanda and Julia. Hes an extraordinary fit. As badly as I wanted to go play professionally or overseas, there was so much left on the table. Though Barcello is the Cougars' leading scorer and the leader in assists, that only begins to shed light on his impact, writes Jeff Call. (It was) bittersweet, Alex said. He also knows there's plenty of work to do within the Cougars' own conference. That means Durrant has seen the likes of Danny Ainge, Nate Call, Tyler and T.J. Haws, Chase Fischer and Jimmer Fredette. Her husband, Conner, who played at Utah Valley. Still, many believe Barcello is already among the top 10 guards in BYU history. The 6-foot-2, 180-pound senior made the announcement on the Friday evening before Memorial Day weekend, appearing with BYU coaches at a fathers and sons basketball camp in the Smith Fieldhouse, surrounded by hundreds of campers chanting "one more year" in unison with head coach Mark Pope. Barcello was born in the metropolitan area of Phoenix, Arizona, to Edward and Shelli Barcello, who were both former basketball players. He appealed to the NCAA to waive the rule that requires transfers to sit out one year before becoming eligible. He didnt get as much time as the others to climb as far up the record books in categories such as total points, wins, 3-point field goals made. pic.twitter.com/8JVFHzIhIA. Alexander Barcello (born August 31, 1998) is an American professional basketball player for Filou Oostende of the BNXT League. Did some Cougars quit on their teammates and coaches in 2022? [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. For Pope, Barcellos return is a major development, especially for a young team. All Rights Reserved, Its the happiest time of my life right now: Why Alex Barcello decided to return to BYU basketball for one more season, A few bounces away: Lessons learned and silver linings. Alex Barcello will be a father this July! Actually, 5-foot-11 freshman guard Amanda Barcello redshirted for the Cougars last year after suffering a thumb injury in practice and undergoing surgery. Being here, Ive been so happy because I feel like Ive found myself again and I can be myself every single day, Barcello said. Only three other teams have an All-American coming back into their program. Speaking of loyalty, BYU football recently released its Gameday T-shirt an annual tradition for the upcoming season. All Rights Reserved. What he does in the locker room and his leadership is so incredible, Pope said. I fit him as a coach, basketball-wise, and he fits me as a player in terms of how he wants to approach this game. Barcello will still make an impact on this years team. He was underused and overlooked with the Wildcats. While the BYU mens basketball team has lost star guard Alex Barcello, a three-year starter, the womens team is adding a Barcello. He came in his first year with a group that had been here and he fit in seamlessly. No. He moved to Provo early summer of 2019, while I moved in the fall. Over the past two seasons, only three teams have beaten the Zags and the Cougars are the only ones to do so in the regular season, joining a group that includes reigning national champion Baylor from March. His legacy will move forward with the guys that are on the roster into this next year.. And typically the greatest of all, they leave a mark that nobody can really question, and thats through what their teams are able to do.. I want to play at the highest level possible, Sarah said. It runs the gamut, Why pro soccer star Ashley Hatch finished her degree at BYU, Heres how much Cincinnati, Houston and UCF will reportedly pay to enter the Big 12 early. 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. ", 'One More Year:' How Mark Pope brought Alex Barcello back to BYU for second senior season. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. Last spring, Barcello entered the transfer portal and was recruited by Pope and his staff. But Ambers done a great job of guiding me and helping me through it all and encouraging me. [9], Barcello was considered as one of the best players in the 2017 recruiting class by Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN. Thats a real gift for us, Pope said. [23], Barcello announced he planned to transfer from Arizona prior to the 201920 season. PROVO Alex Barcello is here to run it back. 24 Mar 2023 21:31:57 From the oldest sister, Julia, who won three championships with Seton Catholic and now plays at Colgate, to brother Alex, whos got two titles already and is hungry for his third this coming season, to younger sister Sarah, who won her first this month with Seton Catholic, the Barcellos have dominated upper-division high school basketball this decade. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. That impacted his decision to return. He became well-loved from the first day. The Salt Lake Tribune, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public charity and contributions are tax The transition was definitely hard. All Rights Reserved, How Arizona transfer Alex Barcello became an extraordinary fit for BYU basketball, season opener against Cal State Fullerton, Change may be on the way for the transfer portal and college football recruiting, Heres when Utah ties are headed to NFL rookie minicamps, How have BYU players drafted since 2000 fared in the NFL? If Amanda can provide a spark for the BYU womens team, like Alex did for the mens team, it should be another great fit. Additionally, he led the Cougars in scoring both of his final two years, and is 25th all-time in school history in the statistic. "I wanted to come back; I was kind of pushing him in that direction, too," said Simpson, who hasn't set a date for the couple's nuptials but said it will probably be after basketball season. For what we wanted to accomplish, we didnt make it. Just patience, honestly. Personal Mom is Shelli Barcello Sister Amanda is on the BYU women's basketball team Pronunciation: bar-SELL-oh Instagram: @alexbarcello | Twitter: @alexbarcello | LinkedIn: Alex Barcello Before BYU Played his freshman and sophomore seasons at Arizona As a sophomore in 2018-19, played in 30 games and averaged 3.3 points and added 26 reboun Barcello, with Zoe at his side, sported a million-dollar grin. Ive never won a game, coaching at BYU, without Alex Barcello. Hes had game-winning moments and game-stealing moments, BYU Radio host Greg Wrubell said. "I really believe if I didn't have the coaching staff and players we did, I don't know if I would come back.". I couldnt be more happy to spend the rest of my life with her.. Prior to Arizona Member of ESPN Top 100 in 2017 However, nothing is official. Barcello himself doesnt seem all that interested in his place among the BYU greats. He has another gear where he can get there really fast. Kolossos was previously known as Kolossos Rodou B.C. Criddle believes he may even be in the top five of the last 25 years. I worked even harder in the summer. For now, Sarah and Alex both said they have work to do. Amanda Barcello prepped at Seton Catholic Prep in Chandler, Arizona, where she averaged 9.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.1 steals and 2.5 assists per game. A lot of people were pushing for Barcello to come back, thanks to a well-orchestrated plan by Pope to re-recruit Barcello and BYU's other seniors of Matt Haarms and Brandon Averette to return to BYU for another year. That prompted spontaneous cheers from those attending the camp. "Only three other teams have an All-American coming back to their program. It took a toll on me mentally. [21] He notched his third double-digit scoring game of the season versus California (2/21/19), scoring 14 points in 18 minutes, going 7-of-7 from the free throw line. Hes a pretty creative passer.. 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. 12 Oregon with 32-point blowout, BYU's Barcello drops in consecutive layups to remain perfect from the floor. Brigham Young Cougars guard Alex Barcello (4) defends Cal State Fullerton Titans guard Austen Awosika (10) as BYU and Cal State Fullerton play a college basketball game at the Marriott Center in Provo on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. Hes the best shooter.. Its such a huge blessing for us to have Alex. Contract released: What is new Utah assistant mens basketball coach Chris Burgess salary. After redshirting last season due to an injury, Amanda Barcello, the sister of former BYU sharpshooter Alex Barcello, is excited to get after it in 2022-23. "I couldn't be happier right now. We anticipate that the upperclassmen, in their own way, will need to fill leadership roles. He definitely was a really big part of it. Send a note . Barcello proposed to Zoe four years and seven months to the day after they started dating. RT @DailyUnivSports: Alex Barcello will be a father this July! But Barcello played sparingly as a freshman and sophomore with the Wildcats and he didnt exactly feel comfortable off the court. Durrant said Barcellos toughness reminds him of Ainge, his shooting ability reminds him of Fredette and his leadership reminds him of T.J. Haws. But before making an immediate impact at BYU, Barcello was the No. BYU has yet to win a conference title the Cougars famously haven't won a league tournament title in nearly 20 years and want to give Gonzaga a run for its money in the West Coast Conference. Hes a bulldog of a physical player, Pope said. Hes good. Without Simpson, Barcello never gets to BYU, Pope was quick to mention. By Jeff Call Feb 4, 2020, 1:25pm PST SHARE Yes I have given him a hard time before, Sarah admits, laughing. 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. Alex Barcello est tan agradecido con BYU que decidi regresar. This place will always hold a special spot in my heart. Certainly, the Cougars will miss the 6-foot-2 guard from Arizona this season. Mark Durrant played from 1989-95, and has spent the last 25 years on the sidelines as a color commentator for BYU Radio. Then, surrounded by the young campers, who had just been chanting, One more year! Barcello took the microphone. All the feedback I was getting made me really dig down deep on what my heart really wants. All-Arizona Division I boys basketball team (2015, 2016), 2x Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year (2015, 2017), azcentral.com Big School Basketball Boys Athlete of the Year (2017), Arizona Basketball Coaches Association Division I Player of the Year (2015), 2x 6A Central League state champions (201516), 2x East Valley Tribune Boys Basketball Player of the Year (201516), All-East Valley Tribune Boys Basketball first team (2016), MaxPreps.com High School Boys Basketball All-American honorable mention (2017), FloHoops All-Peach Invitational First Team (2016), This page was last edited on 4 April 2023, at 10:37. I want to leave it all out on the table and give my whole heart to this university, this team, and coaching staff and my beautiful fiancee, give her everything she could ever imagine. My dream is to play in the NBA. What Utah college basketball players have entered the transfer portal? I dont know if coach needs any more help recruiting, he said, because Im coming back!, Barcello makes his announcement. It just didnt feel like the right fit. Like all basketball players, Barcello has pro ambitions. But thats the future. An extra ordinary championship Saturday for one Arizona family, With Benson gone, Barcello prepared to take the wheel, Next In Line: Sarah Barcello Hopes To Continue Familys State Title Success, Final High School Hoops Takeaways For The 2014-15 Season. Alex Barcello made the switch from the University of Arizona two seasons ago. [16], In his sophomore season at Arizona, he played in 30 of 32 games for the Wildcats. The senior BYU guard retreated to the right wing and took one hard dribble baseline before crossing over and leaving a defender in the proverbial dust. So the sample size for his postseason career is small at the moment. I felt like I owed it to the coaching staff, all the people here, my teammates, the fans; it just speaks to how amazing this team is. I wanted to see myself put on that jersey and play in front of those crowds. Contract released: What is new Utah assistant mens basketball coach Chris Burgess salary. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He's already set a BYU record, with his 7-for-7 3-point shooting performance in a 79-73 win over San Francisco. 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.". Hes the guy that ties these first three years together, for sure, with elite-level basketball play on the court and great leadership in the locker room. Coming in everyday knowing that I had to put my effort out with the new coaches and proving a point because last year I wasnt able to play in games, Barcello said. The former Arizona player opted to take advantage of the NCAA blanket waiver that froze eligibility for fall and winter sport athletes and come back for a second senior season. BYU had perhaps its best team ever last season, as it won 26 games and captured the West Coast Conference regular-season championship. But before Barcello could call Pope and make it official, there was one thing he had to do. [24] He opted to come to BYU where he received a waiver and played immediately instead of sitting out a season. "I wanted everything to be perfect, exactly how I had dreamed of and how she had dreamed of. "This Alex Barcello is incredible; we all know that," Pope said. I had a rough two years at Arizona. Barcello has never scored, shot, rebounded or distributed more effectively seriously, he's shooting an absurd 63 percent from 3 while being more involved than ever, ranking fourth nationally. She came back with a vengeance her senior year, said father Edward Barcello. [9] He registered three double-digit scoring games, opened the season with seven points and three rebounds in 15 minutes against Houston Baptist (11/17). On August 12, 2022, Barcello signed his first professional contract overseas with Kolossos Rhodes of the Greek Basket League. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. What he's saying to his team is how much he cares about them. Its more about family and there are a lot of players that are married and have kids. Overall, shes enjoyed her time in Provo. Send a note to us at hello@sports360az.com. With BYU firmly on the bubble of the NCAA Tournament picture, its unclear if Barcello will get that chance. 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.". For people that know the game, he looks like his minutes are big-time minutes on the floor. When Simpson said yes after he got down on one knee, he finally exhaled after a lengthy preparation both in life and in basketball. But for what we wanted to accomplish, we didn't make it. Barcello was injured while going for a loose ball and one of my teammates swung their arm back and took my thumb with them, she said. The size of the stage may vary, but his impact on the team and its ability to win has been constant.. Not surprisingly, Alex influenced Amandas decision to commit to the Cougars. Hes so unique. "We had a phenomenal season, battled a lot of adversity. Heres a Power Five player thats come here not just because he wants to play but because he wants BYU. It will help you grow a lot. I felt like it was the right fit for me, being the guard that I am.. Like with my son whos being recruited by a couple dozen schools, and now my daughter is being recruited by a lot of schools all of a sudden, after this year, shes kind of got on everybodys radar. What Utah college basketball players have entered the transfer portal? All Rights Reserved, Heres where former BYU star Alex Barcello will begin his professional hoops career, What Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said about BYU transfer Caleb Etienne. I love the competition and I have a huge love for the game.. "[2] Barcello started playing basketball when he was two. Are we nearing the end of this pandemic? Ill just say sorry who won this year? Its very competitive.. In 2020-21, Barcello averaged 16.1 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game. In LaCombs mind, the greatest BYU players are remembered for how far they took their teams. Dec. 7, 2019. After spending two checkered seasons in Tucson, Barcello arrived in Provo in August 2019 as a transfer. [22] He earned an C.A.T.S. And the guys love me for it. He started in all 94 games he played in as a Cougar after transferring from the University of Arizona where he played two seasons. State audit alleges former Cache County prosecutors misused public resources, had side contracts without countys knowledge, Utah flooding resource guide: What to do before, during and after a flood, Alex Barcello delivered on that Friday night, BYU was a breath of fresh air for Barcello, what the Cougars are expected to accomplish in the fall, a handful of Cougars were recognized with conference honors, five teams BYU football should add to its schedule. But Im really proud of my sister and what she accomplished.. 2 Alex Barcello, 6-2, PG, So. Then me deciding to come back, it was the cherry on top, he said. H Hotels . Welcome to Rhodes @alexbarcello ! https://t.co/ob4eZQyeET#kolossoshhotels #wearekolossos #season2022_2023 pic.twitter.com/sWiHI0nXp7. "I've never won a game at BYU without Alex Barcello, and I would like to not have to try for another year. 25 Mar 2023 14:08:18 Hes so good in transition. Hes capable of really pressuring the ball. It was hard on me just because, being in the Corona del Sol basketball program we arent used to losing, Alex said. Ask anyone who has historical knowledge about Cougars mens basketball, and those names will inevitably be mentioned among the programs greatest guards. Before senior night in February, Pope recalled how quickly Barcello assimilated into the program after transferring from the University of Arizona in 2019. It has beautiful beaches, she said. He started all 89 games in which he appeared. Off the court, kind of goofy and fun. Ive got a bitter taste in my mouth right now still from it. His decision-making in transition has been impeccable the last few games off-the-charts, Pope said after last weeks win over Pepperdine, but the things that hes turning down to create better plays for his teammates in transition, the pace that hes running the lane right now, all those things are really special. Gonzaga's Corey Kispert made the first team and. The senior point guard from Chandler, Arizona, and the engine to the BYU basketball program over the past two seasons is returning for a second shot at his senior season with BYU. Barcello needed a school like BYU and BYU needed a player like Barcello. KSL Sports SALT LAKE CITY - Alex Barcello is balancing two of the most important events in his life this summer getting ready for the NBA draft and planning his July wedding. Trevin Knell buries the 3 from the wing for BYU, BYU upsets No. He garnered AP All-America honorable mention recognition after the 2020-21 season, and he was named to the West Coast Conference First Team his final two years in Provo. Nick J. Lee of Vanquish the Foe looks at five teams BYU football should add to its schedule. Barcello also had conversations with former Cougars TJ Haws and Jake Toolson, who played professionally this past season. Why NCAA tourney experience was a defining moment for BYU. In these cases, the average was taken. 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