Yeah. Wojciechowski will look at both traditional transfers and graduate transfers who could play immediately. I dont think that people leave. Just as quickly as the tides were rising on next year's potential, they came crashing down just as swiftly with the sudden and shocking news that brothers Sam and Joey Hauser will transfer from the program. and stays in Milwaukee for his senior season. The Hauser Family was so present at Marquette games, both home and road. At that point, its a combination of various failings, which is a more measured, wise approach and one that even gives you time to organize an under-the-radar contingency plan for how youll make the change. Wojciechowski also will be under pressure toland astrong recruiting class, with Howard, Sacar Anim and Ed Morrow as seniors next season. When it makes more sense to assume there are problems, thats a problem itself. Thats where Id like to see them. Joey, who just completed his freshman season, averaged 9.7 points and 5.3 rebounds. 2023 www.jsonline.com. The news comes three days after star-guard Markus Howard announced he is not declaring for the NBA Draft and will stay at Marquette for his senior season. Wenn Sie Ihre Auswahl anpassen mchten, klicken Sie auf Datenschutzeinstellungen verwalten. I have not heard that from their parents or from either of the boys that its down to any of the schools. JUST THINK ABOUT THE BUCKS AND BREWERS AND HOPE I GO AWAY FOR A WHILE: Im hoping we wont have another blog until The Basketball Tournament. There's not a lot of places that can lose really good players and still be really good, and that's what we're going to be.". B) The brothers would only get one scholarship between the two of them next year, then take an additional scholarship in 2020-21. We may look back on this era of Marquette basketball as dark not Bob Dukiet or Don Morton dark, but less than memorable for the right reasons. But Rice Lake's Henry Ellenson bolted to the NBA after one season with the Golden Eagles, and the Hausers are leaving after playing just one season together at MU. And I just hope others can respect that. It hasnt been a, 'Boy, theyve been so unhappy' kind of thing. Markus Howard, the Big East player of the year and a second-team All-American guard, announced Friday that he was returning to MU for his senior season. Screw `em. Listen below to Bryan Dee's take on the departure of Sam and Joey Hauser from Marquette. But in an in-depth interview with USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin, former Stevens Point Area Senior High boys basketball coach Scott Andersonrevealed hints that the dynamic brother duo had been thinking about finishing their NCAA careers elsewhere. It is unclear where the brothers plan to transfer. And if things dont work out much better next year than they did this year its probably time. https://marquettewire.org/4012643/sports/breaking-hauser-brothers-leave-marquette-mens-basketball/#comment-5297. They announced their decision to leave the Golden Eagles in April following the Cavaliers' title run. Theyre interestedin exploring if they can find a place that is just a little better fit for them in the future, and thats what theyre pursuing. The fact of the matter is that we're going to be really good.". Thats gone up in flames now; only disheartening questions remain. Each Hauser brother was involved on at least 17.9 percent of possessions last season, per KenPom, a prominent college basketball analytics site. Sam, a 6-foot-8 junior, was a second-team all-Big East selection and averaged 14.9 points per game while shooting 40.2% on three-pointers. Sam has one year of eligibility left and Joey has two. On the surface, this decision makes no sense. I have no information from the boys and family. I think its just pretty surprising to people, but you have two young guys who have a real short windowand peoples college career as athletes or otherwise, those are quick years and they go by fast and they feel like with what they want to accomplish and what they want to do and get done, can be better served somewhere else. There is a strong possibility that guard Symir Torrence, an MU recruit in the 2020 class, will reclassify so he can join the team next season. He will sit next season as a transfer and then will be able to play two more unless he can get a medical waiver for his redshirt season and be able to play another one. Theyre very open, theyre going to do their homework on stuff and see what works for them and what fits for them. But my biggest wish is that they find a spot that theyre happyand thats best for them. All Rights Reserved. A knee-jerk decision to let go of a coach because two kids with the same parents decided it wasn't working out only further magnifies the problems for all the folks in charge. Required fields are marked *, Ted Apr 16, 2019 at 8:14 am. Heck, even the Fiserv Fourm would be shedding its new-arena smell and start to feel more familiar and broken-in. Iwould love for them to hook back up with my son and play at Wisconsin, I know that much. Current Badger, redshirt sophomore Trevor Anderson used less words, more emojis to convey the same message. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The elder brother, Sam, is joining up with Virginia; he'll be sitting this season and will exhaust his final season of college eligibility in 2020-21. #mubb #Badgers, WISN12 News Stephen Watson tweetedafter the news broke. They added a lot to our program, Sam in particular. During his first news conference in nearly two months, Wojciechowski talked Thursday about bringing stability after a tumultuous few months. In his free time, he decided to start the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (chapter at MU). Joey was a big recruit for MU, with Wojciechowski holding off a strong push from Wisconsin. Your thoughts on the ties between that coaching staff at Virginia and the Hausers? I think his competitiveness, his size, his talent really complements theguys we have and addresses some of the needs we have going into next season.". We are thankful for all that Sam and Joey contributed to our program and University during their time at Marquette and wish them the best of luck in the future, Coach Steve Wojciechowski said. Joey averaged 9.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and shot 42.5% from deep. He epitomizes all the values that we talk about every day.". "I view every year as a crucial one for our program," Wojciechowski said. #mubb #Badgers, WISN12 News Stephen Watson, Hauser boys come on over to the good guys, former Badger, current Washington Wizard Sam Dekker. In a surprising turn of events that crashes sky-high expectations for Marquette men's basketball next season, the Golden Eagles announced Monday that brothers Sam and Joey Hauser will transfer at the end of the semester. Sam Hauser averaged. MILWAUKEE -- Today is a hard day to be a Marquette Basketball fan, as Sam and Joey Hauser are leaving the University. The 6'8" forward earned second-team All-Big East honors as a junior in 2018-19 after averaging 14.9 points and 7.2 rebounds. Hauser, along with his brother, Sam, announced in mid-April they would be leaving Marquette. Marquette has the resources and ability to be a top basketball program. For what it's worth, the Hauser brothers are two of the top three sit-out transfers this year, weirdly leaving a Marquette team that just announced they'd be returning star player Markus Howard. Your email address will not be published. "Yeah, we did. They lost six of their last seven games, including getting blown out by Murray State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Uh Oh ??.. Joey was a freshman. Hauser brothers leaving Marquette for Virginia and Michigan State. Where did the Hauser brothers go? "This kid is 20 years old. Torrence told the Marquette Wire in March that he has no timeline yet for making a decision. In fact, he took one of his visits there. And, of course, they are still trying to wrap their heads around why brothers Joey and Sam Hauser decided to transfer from what was projected to be one of the nation's best teams next season.. After announcing their intention to transfer from Marquette in April, brothers Sam and Joey Hauser have committed to Virginia and Michigan State, respectively. Utah State transfer guard Koby McEwen figured to slot in as a key complementary player, but now he will take on a much more featured role. Some may question the Hausers connection with Howard and vice versa. "In some segments of people who follow our program, they're really taking that for granted. "First of all, I appreciate the Hauser family and Sam and Joey. Ludwig Husser (26 October 1818 - 17 March 1867) was a German historian.. Only the Austrian Business Cycle Theory got it right. "I think Steve is such a tremendousfit with Marquette. The Hauser brothers are expected to transfer to the same school. It is unclear where the brothers plan to transfer. I know theyre very appreciative at Marquette and what happened there, but this is what they feel is in their best interest and thats what theyre going to do. Should the Hausers flip to Wisconsin, the Badgers' lineup would get a serious boost of lengthy athleticism. Theres a correlation and fit there. I hope they find what they are looking for. Sources close to the Hauser brothers tell me Virginia is the front runner to land them as transfers. Two brothers who have helped Marquette reach their recent successes are leaving . All rights reserved. The big question is: Where does Marquette go from here? MU fans are agitated the team hasn't won a NCAA Tournament game since 2013. Herbert Hoover and the Great Depression. John Steppe, Executive Sports Editor|April 15, 2019. Unfortunately, its all speculation. The Hauser brothers' decisions ultimately saw the rich get richer as two of last season's Final Four participants each landed one of the five best sit-out transfers available . Sam had surgery on his hip last offseason and rehabbed for the entire summer. You wonder how much he wanted to, felt he needed to and maybe even did so at others urging. Joey would've been a nice replacement for Kenny Goins next season as a sharpshooting big man, but the Spartans are a consensus top-5 team entering next year with Winston back as a senior, and they're ranked No. However, a season of letting things play out and hoping they turn out better than expected is a reasoned approach. MILWAUKEE Unfortunately for many Wisconsin basketball fans, the Hauser brothers are leaving the Badger State to play college . Joey, a freshman forward, averaged 9.7 points and 5.3 rebounds. Wojciechowski also offered a full-throated appreciation of guard Markus Howard, who was a second-team All-American and Big East player of the year. #mubb.. Under consumption caused the depression. The Golden Eagles were projected as apotential top-10 teamnext season after the news of Markus Howard's return but the loss of the Hauser brothers tempered expectations for 2019-20. Just talked to both of them earlier today (Monday). . Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The departure of the Hausers opens up two more. Even amidst all the stops and starts during the Steve Wojciechowski era, fans could always look towards this upcoming campaign, and think, "Damn, were gonna be good in 2019-20." The brothers played together at Stevens Point Area Senior High School, leading the Panthers to two WIAA state championships together. 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But in a strange turn of events, the Hauser brothers announced on Monday afternoon that they will both be transferring out of Marquette. Unfortunately, Im wondering if thats how this is all going to play out. The brothers visitedVirginia,Michigan State and Wisconsintogether this offseason. The pair of forwards toldJon Rothsteinthey also planned to visit Iowa, though no date was set. "But obviously losing two guys who played prominent roles, there may be people out there that can help usbe even better. But the practices are really important.". They settled on a decision to change schools for a better basketball fit. Remember, athletic directors and athletics staff have their jobs on the line when it comes to the vast sums of money spent on high-profile coaches, too. You cant push this too much longer. 14. Everyone has always said the right things at Marquette throughout Wojos tenure, save maybe Harry Froling on Twitter yesterday, so its not like we have any indication from words or actions that there were issues. But this season was supposed to be the year. This decision comes days after Markus Howard said he would return for his senior season. Wojciechowski sympathizes with fans upset about the Hausers' departures. "But moving forward in my basketball career, I have made the decision to transfer.". The Politically Incorrect Guide to American History. Biography. "In our world, we use the word 'fit' a lot," Scholl said. The brothers had originally planned to continue playing as a pair after leaving Marquette, but it was. Sam's presence in Charlottesville will, once he is eligible, help the reigning champions rebuild after the losses of De'Andre Hunter, Ty Jerome, Kyle Guy and potentially Mamadi Diakite to the NBA draft. They waited until well after the season, and they feel that theyre doing the right thing thats best for them. But I've heard the same speculation that youve heard Michigan State,Virginia and Wisconsin. I cant thrust my feelings and opinions onto that. Joey also was a medical redshirt, so it's possible he will have a third season of eligibility. "I think all the options are on the table," Wojciechowski said. Even in the wake of a season-ending collapse and a dismantling at the hands of Ja Morant and Murray State, the stars seemed to be aligning for Marquette Basketball heading into the 2019-20 season. Is your son Trevor, who was a redshirt sophomore this past season for Wisconsin and played with both Hausers at SPASH, lobbying to have them come to Wisconsin? pic.twitter.com/19wee8vARy
Turns out, they'll be splitting up. Why the Hausers transferred, we dont know yet. Are any other players thinking about leaving? Sam was offered and recruited by Virginia (while in high school). But, in life, things must play out sometimes. The Hauser Bros played for Marquette last year. Were you as surprised at hearing the news? Marquette men's basketball coach Steve Wojciechowski knows there is a lot of noise surrounding his program. Thats gone up in flames now; only disheartening questions remain. Sam Hauser is two years older. Heck, it could just be that the Hausers saw how the team was handled at the end of the season and truly felt things were in error, then cast their ballot in a referendum on Wojo you thought was only occurring on Twitter. The two broke the news Tuesday on . Furthermore, we all know college basketball has a seedy underbelly. 2. Apr 15, 2019. But as much as it appears the Badgers would love to have the Hausers join the roster, the Marquette family they are leaving behind is sad to see them go. If they werent well-prepared for the rigors of sports in college, no one is. The fans are frustrated and are tiring of hearing how great things are when, as evidenced by the Hausers move, they couldnt have been all that great. Virginia recruited Joey initially and a transfer for both to Virginia seems like a logical step. WithHoward's return and the versatility of the Hauser brothers,most early offseason polls putthe Golden Eagles in the top 10. College basketball punditry had taken note; some ranking Marquette as high as second second! Marquette comes short of claiming first Big East regular season title with its loss to Denver, Marquette drops regular season finale to Denver, suffering third straight overtime loss, From breaking records to recording them, Cole Emmanuel brings large skillset to mens lacrosse, ALBRIGHT: How Shaka Smart resembles parts of fictional character Ted Lasso, Schumar serves in quarterback role in No. Sam and Joey Hauser made the shocking announcement Monday that they are leaving Marquette. The State Journal reported Saturday that the brothers had made their decision, and UW wasn't their destination. With the Hausers coming from a program like yours, which values team-oriented traits like moving the ball while also being verydisciplined, did you sense and let's not use the word unhappiness but perhaps some dissatisfaction from the Hauser brothers? Knowing the boys as long as I have, things have gone very well for them in Marquette and theyve enjoyed their time there. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. "The thing I like most about him is that he wants to be a part of a winner. "It is just part of the job and it just goes with it. in the nation in their lets put out a poll so people keep talking about college basketball in April polls. "I see Ed Morrow, I see Theo John, I see Jamal Cain, I see Greg Elliott, I see Koby (McEwen) and that's all I need. Both hit more than 40 percent of their three-point attempts as well. Expect Marquette to be very active in the transfer market now that it suddenly has two scholarships available as well. How hot is Wojos seat right now after a disappointing finish to 2018-19 plus a pair of gutting transfers? The Spartans are ranked No. According to their respective twitter accounts, the brothers will transfer. 2023 www.postcrescent.com. The brothers had originallyplannedto continue playing as a pair after leaving Marquette, but it was reported last week that they decided tosplit up and transfer to different schoolsafter making their visits.
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