Brothers Sam and Joey Hauser transfer to Virginia and Michigan State Boston Celtics (2021-present) After going undrafted in the 2021 NBA draft, Hauser signed a two-way contract with the Boston Celtics on August 13, 2021, splitting time with their G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics. Sam was a three-year starter for the Golden . Its the smarter way to go. Sam Hauser averaged 14.9 and 7.2 rebounds as a junior forward last season. And I dont think theyre leaving if everything was perfect. "But obviously losing two guys who played prominent roles, there may be people out there that can help usbe even better. Wojciechowski has landed several high-profile recruits from the state in his five seasons at MU. 4:24 pm ET, Miami (Ohio) WBB coach resigns after investigation, Texas joins Top 25 And 1 after landing Abmas, Five-star prospect Ron Holland decommits from Texas, Ranking college basketball's top 40 transfers of 2023, No. It is unclear where the brothers plan to transfer. Its in moments like these that saying all the right things almost comes back to burn those involved because it makes it much more difficult to comprehend the real story, leaving folks to speculate as to whats actually happening a related corollary to the honesty (and transparency) is the best policy approach. B) The brothers would only get one scholarship between the two of them next year, then take an additional scholarship in 2020-21. Let me absorb some of the noise as much as I can so they can focus on basketball.". According to a source, the Hauser brothers were home in Stevens Point over the weekend. If something changed in that regard, were not and wont hear about it, but I know better than to write it off altogether. The offense was clearly not operating at a high level and seemed to revolve around one player (Markus Howard) taking a majority of shots. But when its directed negatively sometimes it can be a real difficult thing, and I just hope that people can see past that and see that these are two young guys,19 and 21 years old. and stays in Milwaukee for his senior season. I have no information from the boys and family. Wojciechowski will look at both traditional transfers and graduate transfers who could play immediately. Next season will be critical for Wojciechowski, who is under contract through 2022. Furthermore, we all know college basketball has a seedy underbelly. All rights reserved. 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Naturally, the University of Wisconsin men's basketball program quickly became one of the potential landing spots for the talented brothers from Stevens Point. You wonder how much he wanted to, felt he needed to and maybe even did so at others urging. 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. 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 teamsnext season. All rights reserved. I guess to characterize it as unhappiness,I didnt feel that. MU fans are agitated the team hasn't won a NCAA Tournament game since 2013. If they dont, and an extension isnt coming, you can say you have the data you need to make a change without it being reactionary. The two broke the news Tuesday on . I know theyve studied this through and through and they feel this is the best decision for them right now. 2 ranked offense. But how it ended it didnt end the way anybody down there would have wanted to, Im sure. Now I guess, as you said, you read between the lines a little bit. But the practices are really important.". They announced their decision to leave the Golden Eagles in April following the Cavaliers' title run. Marquette Basketball (@MarquetteMBB) April 15, 2019. If you were a coach, you wouldnt want to work in that environment. The Hausers departure leaves Marquette with three scholarships open for next season. ), All hope is not lost in 2019-20, especially if Howard keeps true to his. Hauser brothers transferring from Marquette - Journal Sentinel Both will have to sit out a year when they transfer. (Virginia isreportedlythe early frontrunners for the Stevens Point natives, though Wisconsin is involved as well.) Wojciechowski also will be under pressure toland astrong recruiting class, with Howard, Sacar Anim and Ed Morrow as seniors 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. On the one hand, its valid. Now, those doubts have been magnified by two fan-favorite kids saying Adios at what, for all appearances, was the best time in many years to be a part of the program. Sam and Joey Hauser are planning to leave Marquette mens basketball and transfer to another school, the players announced on their social media accounts Monday afternoon. After announcing their intention to transfer from Marquette in April, brothers Sam and Joey Hauser have committed to Virginia and Michigan State, respectively. And there's a lot of places that lose really good players. why did the hauser brothers leave marquette 1 in CBS Sports' Top 25 And 1 heading into the upcoming season. Apr 15, 2019. That's where our focus has to lie now.". STEVENS POINT - The announcement that Marquette men's basketball players Sam and Joey Hauser will transfer to another school stunned the college basketball world Monday. Joey was just trailing him around," Wojciechowski said when Joey signed his letter of intent in November 2017. First and foremost, they need whats best for them. Brian Foley is a Maryland native, but has quickly established roots in Milwaukee after graduating from Marquette University in May 2017 with a bachelor's degree in digital media. If things end up better than expected, the administrators look like calm, thoughtful visionaries. 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.