But when some think about Barcellos legacy at BYU, they look at whether he has a signature moment on a big stage that immortalized him in the eyes of fans and media. Against Cal State Fullerton on Nov. 5, in Mark Popes official debut as BYUs head coach, Barcello, who had received a waiver from the NCAA to play this season after transferring from Arizona, scored a then career-high 17 points in a 76-58 victory. [24] He opted to come to BYU where he received a waiver and played immediately instead of sitting out a season. Thats my guy. 3 team in the nation and when he was teammates with No. BYU basketball has a new prospect to monitor for the class of 2041. Barcello is the undisputed leader of the BYU men's basketball team in 2020-21 not. My experience here has been unbelievable, he said. The sister of BYU sharpshooter Alex Barcello, Amanda hopes BYU is the same right fit it was for her brother. BYU was a breath of fresh air for Barcello. Efficient, tough, strong, aggressive, controlled fire. I felt like it was the right fit for me, being the guard that I am.. Dec. 7, 2019. Then, after the season, coach Jeff Judkins retired and Whiting was hired. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. "To come back and play for BYU, which is such a great university, I couldn't ask for much more. But Barcello played sparingly as a freshman and sophomore with the Wildcats and he didnt exactly feel comfortable off the court. Im a people person. Barcello earned All-WCC First Team honors for the second consecutive season this past year. Clearly, as Cougar Nation knows, he helped us win a lot of games. Editors note This story is available to Salt Lake Tribune subscribers only. 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. Shes a really good defender and shes a knock-down shooter, Whiting said. Last spring, Barcello entered the transfer portal and was recruited by Pope and his staff. He started all 89 games in which he appeared. We still had a really great season, Barcello said. 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. "When he finally got the clarity that he needed and made that decision, it was awesome.". She came back with a vengeance her senior year, said father Edward Barcello. Just patience, honestly. 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. Its such a huge blessing for us to have Alex. "I've never won a game at BYU without Alex Barcello, and I would like to not have to try for another year. 1 2018 player Marvin Bagley III, who later transferred. 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. [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. 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. And she helped Seton Catholic capture a 4A state championship. Hes so unique. pic.twitter.com/hJLc6fr2Un. Barcello came to Provo from a toxic environment, both with the team and personally. Its been great. How important was the TeJon Lucas signing for BYU, Mark Pope? While the Cougars posted a 20-7 record and a surprising sixth seed in the NCAA Tournament, they bowed out meekly in the first round to eventual Final Four team UCLA. He wants the honor code. He was like, What if you did it at the Fathers and Sons camp? [8][33][34][35], He has three younger sisters that also play basketball named Sarah, Amanda and Julia. I started off with what the Cougars are expected to accomplish in the fall. Former BYU guard Alex Barcello is currently playing on the Toronto Raptors summer league team as he pursues a professional basketball career. Barcello is the best player on the Cougars' roster. Kolossos, a team in the top division of hoops in Greece, announced that it has signed Barcello. Sitdown With Spurge. Durrant has been watching BYU mens basketball teams for more than 40 years. He has another gear where he can get there really fast. Barcellos stepback 3-pointer last Saturday sparked a run that allowed the Cougars to separate from Pepperdine en route to a 75-59 victory. 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. You know Pope, go big or go home, Barcello said. 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. For what we wanted to accomplish, we didnt make it. Alex Barcello made the switch from the University of Arizona two seasons ago. RT @DailyUnivSports: Alex Barcello will be a father this July! Barcello felt wanted, again. [19] He scored seven points in 12 minutes at UCLA (1/25/19). Donate to the newsroom now. Especially during their high school season I want to do as much as I can for them and talking to the coaches and handling all that, and then every now and then theyll say hello, but I try to tell them theyre focused and they want to do as best they can.. Hell be among the top 20 in 3-point field goals made. He played college basketball for the BYU Cougars of the West Coast Conference (WCC) and for the Arizona Wildcats. So how does a reigning champ treat a disappointed older brother whos never lost before? Barcello averaged 16.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game as a senior, and shot 45.1% from the field and 42.1% from 3-point range, which tied for 12th nationally. archived form does not constitute a republication of the story. Hes shooting 50% from the field, 48% from 3-point range and 88% from the free throw line. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. It will show him among the players with more than 1,000 points in his career. Due to COVID-19, Barcello and Averette could. His legacy will move forward: What impact has Alex Barcello had on BYU basketball? Barcello announced during the camp that he will return and play for the Cougars during the 2021-22 season. For her, 3 and D is what I want her role to be. "I wanted everything to be perfect, exactly how I had dreamed of and how she had dreamed of. Hes a religious guy and he seems interested. Its a surreal feeling. Alexander Barcello (born August 31, 1998) is an American professional basketball player for Filou Oostende of the BNXT League. Contact. 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. But for what we wanted to accomplish, we didn't make it. Ive never won a game, coaching at BYU, without Alex Barcello. [17] He erupted for 16 points on 6 of 10 shooting in 13 minutes against Georgia Southern (11/29). He also has the most 3-pointers in a game without a miss (seven). But before Barcello could call Pope and make it official, there was one thing he had to do. My brother made the transition a lot easier. Guard Steven Ashworth committed to transfer to Creighton on Monday. 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. He seemed happy, energetic and intense. The record book already shows him as holding the current record for 3-point percentage (48.1%) and effective field goal percentage (61.5%). 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. I believe he has the opportunity to achieve his goals, he said. He was a kid when the Swift raids split his family. Ask anyone who has historical knowledge about Cougars mens basketball, and those names will inevitably be mentioned among the programs greatest guards. Overall, shes enjoyed her time in Provo. 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. He shot 52.3% from the field, including 47.7% from 3-point range. Hes been everything to BYU basketball. Arizonas a great program. 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. Thats the knock against him.. 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. Barcello has been flourishing as a consistent contributor, having started every game, averaging 10 points and three rebounds per contest. Still, many believe Barcello is already among the top 10 guards in BYU history. (Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Brigham Young Cougars guard Alex Barcello (13), celebrates the Cougars 79-59 win over the Loyola Marymount Lions, in WCC basketball action at the Marriott Center in Provo, on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. PROVO From the outset of his BYU career, it seemed like guard Alex Barcello had been playing for the Cougars, and with his teammates, for years. I dont want to live with any regrets. 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. But before making an immediate impact at BYU, Barcello was the No. 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. Be that as it may, not everyone thinks Barcello needs an immortalizing moment on a big stage to cement himself into BYU lore. 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. Only one team makes it to win the national championship every year. Off the court, kind of goofy and fun. It was a quintessential, post-pandemic Pope and Barcello moment, to kick off Memorial Day weekend. PROVO Alex Barcello is here to run it back. The BYU guard worked out for the Utah Jazz on Tuesday, just weeks ahead of June 23 draft and discussed his critical summer. I keep an eye on enough discussion boards and Facebook groups to know that most times fans turn a little on those who leave early feeling as if they were betrayed by a player they became so invested in. But would Barcello, who is Catholic, be comfortable at BYU, a school owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? After two seasons as a reserve at Arizona, Barcello has shot over 47% from three in each of his seasons at BYU, including 47.9% through 18 games to start the 2021-2022 season. Actually, 5-foot-11 freshman guard Amanda Barcello redshirted for the Cougars last year after suffering a thumb injury in practice and undergoing surgery. So I help them with that part of it. However, nothing is official. He ran into Jake Toolson and TJ Haws in the training room recently, and both professionals one with the SLC Stars in the G League and the other after a rookie season in Poland told him they wished they had another year of college basketball. So hopefully we're feeling the same thing that the other 63 teams are feeling. Barcello also had conversations with former Cougars TJ Haws and Jake Toolson, who played professionally this past season. "Only one team makes it to the national championship every year, and we weren't one of them. [29] On February 25, 2021, Barcello scored a career-high 29 and hit 7-of-7 three-pointers, a program record, in a 7973 win against San Francisco. In late October, after a string of bad news involving the NCAAs suspension of Yoeli Childs and a serious injury to Gavin Baxter, word came that the NCAA had granted the waiver, making him immediately eligible. 25 on the programs all-time scoring list. [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. He earned that space last year, both on the court and in the locker room. but is now known as Kolossos H Hotels for sponsorship reasons. Alex has one more year left to follow in older sister Julias footsteps and capture three titles in a high school career. [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. BYUs Amanda Barcello poses during a photo shoot in Provo. 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. On the court, were super serious, she said. The coaches showed me clips and film. From the start of the morning, because she is the hardest person to surprise. 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. Hes capable of really pressuring the ball. I had the (engagement) ring the whole season. [4] In his sophomore season, he led the school to a 331 record and a second state title, and the Aztecs were ranked the consensus No. Did some Cougars quit on their teammates and coaches in 2022? This university fits him in terms of what he cares about. BYUs Caleb Lohner (33), TeJon Lucas (3), Alex Barcello (13) and Atiki Ally Atiki (4) watch from the bench as the last few moments of the game tick away as BYU falls to Washington State in the NIT quarterfinals at the Marriott Center in Provo on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. 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. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. He's shooting 74.1% from the field, 61.5% from three, and 100% at the free-throw line. And the guys love me for it. 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. Academics Student-Athlete of the Month for February. Though Barcello is the Cougars' leading scorer and the leader in assists, that only begins to shed light on his impact, writes Jeff Call. Thats a real gift for us, Pope said. So the sample size for his postseason career is small at the moment. Its such a blessing.. Contract released: What is new Utah assistant mens basketball coach Chris Burgess salary. Like Ive mentioned before, I was in Tucson the two years that Barcello was. He fits us, man, and we fit him. pic.twitter.com/8JVFHzIhIA. "I couldn't be happier right now. Thats pretty impressive.. I love the fans so much. He shot 85.6% from the free-throw line. Im really proud of him.. He has a heart of gold, Nixon said. What Utah college basketball players have entered the transfer portal? [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). Barcello himself doesnt seem all that interested in his place among the BYU greats. Hes an extraordinary fit. Next Up In BYU sports Are we nearing the end of this pandemic? And it was devastating for her because she had seen her two siblings win, and win often, and she wanted it so bad. Barcello is in his third and final year at BYU. [28], Coming into his senior season, Barcello was named to the Preseason All-West Coast Conference team. He played in a lot of key, important moments.. As badly as I wanted to go play pro and go overseas, he added,there was so much left on the table, so much unfinished business that I feel like I owe to this university and the coaching staff that believed in me.. 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. I have so much love for this university. Is Steve Young one of the best NFL quarterbacks of all time? Im so excited.. Saturday night meant the world to me. Her first year in Provo hasnt always been easy; being unable to play last year was difficult. Ive got a bitter taste in my mouth right now still from it. Young Kwak, Associated Press According to BYU . When he finally got the clarity to make that decision, it was perfect.. And he'll be back for a rare fifth season of college hoops, when his scholarship won't count against the Cougars' 13-man limit because of the NCAA's blanket waiver related to the pandemic. It will help you grow a lot. This roster without Alex Barcello is going to have different guys, in their own way, step up to fill some of those different areas and different roles, he said. But Im really proud of my sister and what she accomplished.. 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). Early life and high school career [ edit] This is a wonderful opportunity for him.. After spending two checkered seasons in Tucson, Barcello arrived in Provo in August 2019 as a transfer. I kept working but I reflected on both of my years and thought that I needed a better opportunity for myself and my goals after college. [25] Barcello scored 18 points in a 9161 win over Weber State on December 21, 2019. Now he has a podcast about it. [9], Barcello was considered as one of the best players in the 2017 recruiting class by Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN. Prior to Arizona Member of ESPN Top 100 in 2017 With COVID, we battled a lot of adversity. 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? 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. He has a great life ahead of him. I try to just to keep them tough, Alex said. For people that know the game, he looks like his minutes are big-time minutes on the floor. [18] He scored six points in six minutes at California (1/12/19). Barcello joins a group of returning players led by forwards Gavin Baxter, Caleb Lohner and Gideon George, among others, to join newcomers like Wasatch Academy big man Fouss Traore, West Africa native Atiki Ally Atiki and graduate transfer Te'Jon Lucas, the former four-star recruit to Illinois who earned all-Horizon League honors as a senior transfer with his hometown school of UW-Milwaukee. 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.. We anticipate that the upperclassmen, in their own way, will need to fill leadership roles. The Associated Press released its college basketball All-American team Tuesday morning and BYU guard Alex Barcello was named an honorable mention. [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. I really believe that if I didnt have the coaching staff and players that we did, I dont know if Id come back. ngonzalez@sltrib.com Follow @normacatalina12. [1] Edward "led the state in scoring his senior year at Phoenix Brophy Prep in 1987, graduating with more than 1,000 career points and second only to future Duke star and NBA player Mark Alarie (1982) as the school's all-time leading scorers. 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 I really do love Alex and hes been huge on the court. Since 2011, theres been only one year where there wasnt at least one state champion living in the Barcello house. "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. "This Alex Barcello is incredible; we all know that," Pope said. I had a rough two years at Arizona. 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He was a kid when the Swift raids split his family. The size of the stage may vary, but his impact on the team and its ability to win has been constant.. I couldnt be happier. The Chandler, Ariz., native credited the coaching staff and his teammates, along with his now-fiance, with helping him come to this decision. Alex Barcello est tan agradecido con BYU que decidi regresar. I feel like I do fit here perfectly.. He averaged 24.2 points, 3.0 assists and 5.8 rebounds per game. All Rights Reserved. The community around basketball, when you meet people, theyre so nice and genuine. With BYU firmly on the bubble of the NCAA Tournament picture, its unclear if Barcello will get that chance. [2], Barcello played varsity basketball all four years at Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, Arizona to win two state championship titles. 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. Hes interested in, and weve had talks about religion, and things like that. 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 . Edward manages the recruiting for his children, especially during the season, so they can focus on what he terms higher priorities. Additionally, he led the Cougars in scoring both of his final two years, and is 25th all-time in school history in the statistic. We need to fill roles on the court. 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. Im not an LDS member but my morals and values are the same, Barcello said. "Only three other teams have an All-American coming back to their program. [20] He scored 12 points in 18 minutes at Utah (2/14/19). I'm super excited about that.". Reading or replaying the story in its I dont see myself doing anything other than that.. After weeks of contemplating and exploring his options, honorable mention All-American guard Alex Barcello finally made up his mind that he wanted to return to BYU for one more season. At Arizona, there are a lot of kids that think they are one-and-done (to the National Basketball Association). Then me deciding to come back, it was the cherry on top, he said. Hes a really genuine guy. Alex Barcello is putting up elite numbers. Were really similar. Alex Barcello's 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. "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. BYU Photo Donate to the newsroom now. In reality, he had joined the team only a few months earlier. [7] In his senior season, Barcello scored 2,254 career points at Corona shooting over 55 percent from the field and almost 90 percent from the charity stripe. What former BYU players put NFL scouts on notice during 2023 pro day? In December, Barcello endeared himself to BYU fans to an even higher level at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City against in-state rival Utah State. 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. No. Besides the chance to overcome his first season without a title before leaving school, hes got an incredible future ahead of him after that season ends. Arizona tends to get a lot of one-and-done players in its program, while BYU is the opposite. By Jeff Call Feb 4, 2020, 1:25pm PST SHARE Once my injury happened and I went through the surgery process and waiting, it was really tough, she said. I stayed after my freshman year, thinking it would get better. What Utah college basketball players have entered the transfer portal? "[2] Barcello started playing basketball when he was two. I couldnt pass up on another year.. Players dont owe anyone anything, but I am glad to see Barcello stay. 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. [22] He earned an C.A.T.S. In 2020-21, Barcello averaged 16.1 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game. They were looking at my strengths and the strengths that I know are my strengths, they were seeing the same strengths and they were going to utilize those to the best of their abilities. He came in his first year with a group that had been here and he fit in seamlessly. Its a lot different environment than where he was at. Its a special time for all of us to be here together.. Without her, he probably never stays, either, the point guard confirmed. [2] Sarah and Julia are also college basketball players, playing for Marist College and Colgate. 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. ESPN's Jay Bilas . He started every game 94 during three seasons under head coach Mark Pope. As the ball swished in, the crowd erupted in unison. [23], Barcello announced he planned to transfer from Arizona prior to the 201920 season. We all wondered how he would fit in when he first got here, said forward Dalton Nixon. "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. 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. 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: Ill just say sorry who won this year? Its very competitive.. 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. BYU guard Alex Barcello passes to Gideon George during a game against Gonzaga in Spokane, Wash., Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. Hes so good in transition. BYU basketball has a new prospect to monitor for the class of 2041. 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