Goodbye Tyler Kolek

[JimP]

IMO, the degree to which brand name on a degree correlates to future success is often overhyped. Especially with someone like Kolek, who is already a D-1 athlete. Hope he stays at Mason, but if he does well academically at wherever he ends up, he'll be fine.

 

[FreeGunston12]

No offense to Mason and English, but if Kolek can play hoops and get a degree from Stanford or (to a lesser extent) Notre Dame that might be very difficult to pass up.

Do his parents have the sort of dough to make the standard donation?

 

[gmujim92]

No offense to Mason and English, but if Kolek can play hoops and get a degree from Stanford or (to a lesser extent) Notre Dame that might be very difficult to pass up.

That much is true

 

[GSII]

Can kids transfer within the conference? I thought that was still a one year sit still.

 

[CHRISTOPHER JAMES JOLLAY]

I love Kolek, but he might not fit English's defensive-oriented, up-tempo, presumed style.

Maybe if he plays the three, but I'll bet he ends up somewhere else and mans the two.

Either way, was/is nice to have him around.

 

[gmujim92]

Can kids transfer within the conference? I thought that was still a one year sit still.

Assumption is that rule is going away or already has because of the new transfer system

 

[GSII]

I would assume KE has most of the leverage on the player front. It's the wild west out there and he knows alot of recruits that could be immediate impacts. I would think A10 roy would be a priority. However, xj, Jamal, Miller Henry, Polite and Frazier might be seen as cornerstones since they seem like they wanna stay and play for KE.

 

[JimP]

Assumption is that rule is going away or already has because of the new transfer system

Don't see it happening, but I'd gag if he somehow ended up at Richmond. (or anywhere else in the A-10)

 

[emjayar08]

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George Mason transfer Tyler Kolek has heard from Boston College, Providence, Vanderbilt, TCU, Notre Dame, Stanford, UConn, Saint Mary's, East Carolina, Davidson, Richmond, Wofford, Loyola Chicago and Butler. A-10 Rookie of the Year, averaged 10.8 points this season.

Can players now transfer within the Conference? Chaos!

 

[GMUgemini]

Don't see it happening, but I'd gag if he somehow ended up at Richmond. (or anywhere else in the A-10)

The last I saw, the ACC was considering eliminating their rule.

 

[Quentin Daniels]

No offense to Mason and English, but if Kolek can play hoops and get a degree from Stanford or (to a lesser extent) Notre Dame that might be very difficult to pass up.

Vanderbilt also on that list.

 

[GMUgemini]

Vanderbilt also on that list.

Great school, but they are terrible at basketball...

 

[dr. gunnie]

BC has reached out to Kolek... and then we get this:

"It sounds like former George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen is involved with a spot on Earl Grant’s staff at Boston College. He was released by Mason earlier this month after going 95–91 (.511) in 6 seasons. He has New England ties, as he played at Williams College, and spent eight seasons as the head coach there."

https://hoopdirt.com/daily-dirt-3-24-21/

Looks like Dave might be parlaying Kolek into an assistant gig.

 

[GreenLantern]

BC has reached out to Kolek... and then we get this:

"It sounds like former George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen is involved with a spot on Earl Grant’s staff at Boston College. He was released by Mason earlier this month after going 95–91 (.511) in 6 seasons. He has New England ties, as he played at Williams College, and spent eight seasons as the head coach there."

https://hoopdirt.com/daily-dirt-3-24-21/

Looks like Dave might be parlaying Kolek into an assistant gig.

Sneaky bastard

 

[Patriot8]

BC has reached out to Kolek... and then we get this:

"It sounds like former George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen is involved with a spot on Earl Grant’s staff at Boston College. He was released by Mason earlier this month after going 95–91 (.511) in 6 seasons. He has New England ties, as he played at Williams College, and spent eight seasons as the head coach there."

https://hoopdirt.com/daily-dirt-3-24-21/

Looks like Dave might be parlaying Kolek into an assistant gig.

I mean... good luck. I believe that Mason is closer to the tournament than BC, but if you want a chance to play in the ACC; while getting blown out by half the league, live your dream.

 

[tblack33]

BC has reached out to Kolek... and then we get this:

"It sounds like former George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen is involved with a spot on Earl Grant’s staff at Boston College. He was released by Mason earlier this month after going 95–91 (.511) in 6 seasons. He has New England ties, as he played at Williams College, and spent eight seasons as the head coach there."

https://hoopdirt.com/daily-dirt-3-24-21/

Looks like Dave might be parlaying Kolek into an assistant gig.

Hurrrr durrr Paulsen is such a great guy! Thanks coach! Lol.

 

[Old Man]

BC has reached out to Kolek... and then we get this:

"It sounds like former George Mason head coach Dave Paulsen is involved with a spot on Earl Grant’s staff at Boston College. He was released by Mason earlier this month after going 95–91 (.511) in 6 seasons. He has New England ties, as he played at Williams College, and spent eight seasons as the head coach there."

https://hoopdirt.com/daily-dirt-3-24-21/

Looks like Dave might be parlaying Kolek into an assistant gig.

Who knew Paulson had it in him to work the system. If only he used that skill here ...

 

[gmujim92]

Tyler is a very promising young player and I think we all would prefer that he stay, but if it came down to Kolek/Paulsen or English, it’s English every day of the week and twice on Sunday.

 

[Son-of-a-Gunston]

For what it's worth, Tyler has been seen working out with Coach KE. Encouraging... just sayin’.

 

[Pablo]

For what it's worth, Tyler has been seen working out with Coach KE. Encouraging... just sayin’.

PC 2021 Recruiting Primer – Transfer Edition (6th Version – Updated April 28th)

We have written several articles already on the importance of the 2022 recruiting class. You can find those below, as they serve as a good barometer for where PC stands with the 2022 class. 2022 Hi…

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"The A10 rookie of the year hails from Rhode Island and is perceived as a knockdown shooter.

Friar Roster Fit: Providence needs offense. There is no question. Kolek would theoretically be the knockdown shooter in the backcourt that the Friars desperately need. Questions around Kolek are around his defensive abilities and if his skill level can translate to the Big East. If Cooley pursues him, this may be the rare transfer that doesn’t expect immediate playing time. I’d offer a scholarship if Kolek understands a starting spot likely isn’t in the cards for next year.

4/10 Update: It appears Providence isn’t actively pursuing here. Watch for a commitment potentially to Marquette or Penn State or even a return to George Mason."