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. When he finally got the clarity to make that decision, it was perfect.. BYU guard Alex Barcello passes to Gideon George during a game against Gonzaga in Spokane, Wash., Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. Off the court, kind of goofy and fun. 2 Alex Barcello, 6-2, PG, So. But the feeling I got looking up at her, knowing I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her, was surreal. Alex has one more year left to follow in older sister Julias footsteps and capture three titles in a high school career. "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. They go out on the weekends. Its a good match.. Richard Harward; Redshirt Junior, Center "Big. Its an environment that I feel like I should be in. 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. Barcello assimilated into the BYU basketball culture and the campus culture almost seamlessly. Thats pretty impressive.. The last time theyd see him thwomp on the Marriott court while diving for a loose ball or finishing at the rim in traffic. I was just happy for him, said his father, Edward. I felt like it was the right fit for me, being the guard that I am.. [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. This year the roles were reversed, and he had to watch his sister win. Hell go down, in my book, as one of the best guards to ever play at BYU., defender had NO chance pic.twitter.com/NtwMVvNZp2. Heading into the WCC Tournament, Barcello had a 65-24 overall record. As badly as I wanted to go play professionally or overseas, there was so much left on the table. A place where many of his teammates would be returned missionaries, some married with children? The record book already shows him as holding the current record for 3-point percentage (48.1%) and effective field goal percentage (61.5%). RT @DailyUnivSports: Alex Barcello will be a father this July! What he's saying to himself as how much he believes in him, that he can keep getting better and really make a push at his dream to be an NBA basketball player," Pope said. I think its a huge thing for our program. My brother made the transition a lot easier. They were like, youve got to sign this. Im extremely blessed., Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. "The whole evening was a movie. 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. 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.. Hell be among the top 20 in 3-point field goals made. After all, BYU recently announced LaVell Edwards Stadium would go back to full capacity for the 2021 season. He fits us, man, and we fit him. Barcello is BYU's unquestioned leader and currently the best player as a 5th-year senior. LOS ANGELES After each of his career-high six 3-pointers during BYU's 77-54 win at Loyola Marymount, Alex Barcello averted his eyes from one of 3,900 seats in the stands at Gersten Pavilion . I really do love Alex and hes been huge on the court. 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.. Then, after the season, coach Jeff Judkins retired and Whiting was hired. Barcellos leadership and diligence will be difficult to replace. Alex Barcello is so grateful toward BYU that he decided to come back. I dont want to live with any regrets. Barcello also had conversations with former Cougars TJ Haws and Jake Toolson, who played professionally this past season. An up-to-date list of every coaching change in college basketball ahead of the 2023-24 season. Barcello received 28 scholarship offers before signing with national powerhouse Arizona and coach Sean Miller. [6], In his junior season, in the state tournament, Barcello surpassed 1,000 points in only his second varsity season. He shot 52.3% from the field, including 47.7% from 3-point range. But those goals will still be there in a year and college is just once in every young person's life. With COVID, we battled a lot of adversity. Barcello himself doesnt seem all that interested in his place among the BYU greats. 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. The size of the stage may vary, but his impact on the team and its ability to win has been constant.. Its a long offseason, but its a chance for both star players to improve their games even more. I want to make the most out of this next year. He wants the honor code. Thank you for supporting local journalism. Pope, with his incredible mind, thinks of this grand idea. How important was the TeJon Lucas signing for BYU, Mark Pope? I love it.. From first downs to buzzer beaters, get KSL.coms top sports stories delivered to your inbox weekly. 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. 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. He appealed to the NCAA to waive the rule that requires transfers to sit out one year before becoming eligible. Contract released: What is new Utah assistant mens basketball coach Chris Burgess salary. 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. [18] He scored six points in six minutes at California (1/12/19). Alex Barcello is so grateful toward BYU that he decided to come back. 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. I had a rough two years at Arizona. In that game, and in every game since, Barcello has displayed a defensive intensity thats contagious. He's already set a BYU record, with his 7-for-7 3-point shooting performance in a 79-73 win over San Francisco. Hes had game-winning moments and game-stealing moments, BYU Radio host Greg Wrubell said. His brother, Devin, played for the Cougars in the 1970s and 80s. Then, surrounded by the young campers, who had just been chanting, One more year! Barcello took the microphone. Barcello's fellow Cougar, Paisley Harding, will play in Germany for the GiroLive-Panthers Osnabrck in the Toyota 1st Women's Basketball Bundesliga. Barcello earned All-WCC First Team honors for the second consecutive season this past year. The Deseret News Ryan McDonald poses the question: Is Steve Young one of the best NFL quarterbacks of all time? I feel like if I would have left, I maybe would have had regret creep up because Im the kind of guy that wants to put my full heart into everything. Hes so unique. BYU was a breath of fresh air for Barcello. Things didnt work out the way I thought they would. [32], He received national honors including the (2x) Arizona Gatorade Player of the Year, Azcentral.com Big School Boys Basketball Athlete of the Year, Arizona BCA Division I Player of the Year, and (2x) East Valley Tribune Boys Basketball Player of the Year. Alex Barcello International Stats Position: Guard 6-2 , 192lb (188cm, 87kg) Born: August 31, 1998 (Age: 24-216d) in Phoenix, Arizona us International More International Pages Players Teams Leaders Israeli Basketball Premier League Lega Basket Serie A Basketbol Sper Ligi VTB United League Alex Barcello Overview Game Logs 2022-23 - GBL On this page: I couldnt be more happy to spend the rest of my life with her.. deductible, Report a missed paper by emailingsubscribe@sltrib.comor calling801-237-2900, For e-edition questions or comments, contact customer support801-237-2900or emailsubscribe@sltrib.com. Barcello was born in the metropolitan area of Phoenix, Arizona, to Edward and Shelli Barcello, who were both former basketball players. I came in August and ever since then, my teammates and I have built such close relationships and great friendships that I think are going to last a lifetime. Its more about family and there are a lot of players that are married and have kids. 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. He loves it., Were alike mentality-wise. Its amazing, Sarah told Sports360AZ.com. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. He is also 20th all-time in assists. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a 1 2018 player Marvin Bagley III, who later transferred. Barcello finished his time at BYU ranked No. So Alex brought a certain mentality, a certain work ethic, a certain leadership style. At Arizona, there are a lot of kids that think they are one-and-done (to the National Basketball Association). We have concepts that we play with offensively, we have set plays but theres a lot of freedom within the concepts that we play with offensively. I thank God for the opportunity. Hes a really genuine guy. Questions about Sports360AZ's reporting, wanting to submit your stories, or curious about advertising opportunities? Matt Haarms and Brandon Averettes respective decisions to leave also didnt surprise me, but there was an added layer to Barcellos choice. The coaching staff loves me for it.. I try to just to keep them tough, Alex said. This university fits him in terms of what he cares about. [3], As a freshman in 201314, he scored 15 points coming off the bench in the state championship game to help secure the school's third straight state title in overtime. I had the (engagement) ring the whole season. Knocked down a pair of critical baseline jumpers in UA run in its win at Oregon State (2-22-18). Alex and Zo have been falling for each other deeply in love ever since then. 25 on the program's all-time scoring list. 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. He has another gear where he can get there really fast. Be that as it may, not everyone thinks Barcello needs an immortalizing moment on a big stage to cement himself into BYU lore. Actually, 5-foot-11 freshman guard Amanda Barcello redshirted for the Cougars last year after suffering a thumb injury in practice and undergoing surgery. You know Pope, go big or go home, Barcello said. He was underused and overlooked with the Wildcats. 24 Mar 2023 20:58:23 I want their dreams to come true.. Sometimes it can be overwhelming for my children so I kind of step in and try to help, Edward said. It was a movie the night that it happened. Hes one of the best human beings Ive met. He was a kid when the Swift raids split his family. Arizonas a great program. Saturday night meant the world to me. The 6-foot-2, 180-pound juniors collegiate journey began with being a member of the ESPN Top 100 recruiting class in 2017 to being weighed down by frustration and disillusionment at Arizona, one of the most prominent hoops programs in the country. Ill just say sorry who won this year? Its very competitive.. If you had to identify BYU basketball right now and you had to choose just one player that tied these past three years together, theres nobody that wont say Alex Barcello. Players dont owe anyone anything, but I am glad to see Barcello stay. 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. Alex, wholl be playing with the Oakland Soldiers of the EYBL this Summer, said he tries to do as much as he can to help his little sisters get better. And he's a remarkable outside shooter. He earned that space last year, both on the court and in the locker room. I stayed after my freshman year, thinking it would get better. In 2020-21, Barcello averaged 16.1 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game. [8] He tallied 31 points in his teams win over Christ the King in the Hoophall Classic. 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. Ive got a bitter taste in my mouth right now still from it. However, nothing is official. PROVO Alex Barcello's biggest impact in BYU's gritty 95-87 double-overtime win over Pacific came long before he scored 23 points, or shot 7 of 11 from the field, or made 9 of 10 free throws . His legacy will move forward with the guys that are on the roster into this next year.. Hes quickly become a best friend to almost everyone on the team. Giving back an NCAA bid is the least he could do, Sometimes BYU basketball staff misses on a transfer, but that helped lead to rare twice portal-bound Te'Jon Lucas, How Conner Mantz and other Utah runners finished at 127th Boston Marathon, College basketball transfer tracker: Steven Ashworth commits to Creighton, Charlotte's Aly Khalifa commits to BYU, and 5 other transfers Cougars have targeted, Defensive starters get better of offense in BYU's clear-skied spring scrimmage. But LaComb is confident. 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. I want to play at the highest level possible, Sarah said. I just want to be known as a guy that gave it his all every time he stepped out on the floor, Barcello said. 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