Montana hoops lands Washington transfer
Montana men's basketball coach Wayne Tinkle has announced the signing of 6-foot-8 forward Martin Breunig (BROY'-nig), who is transferring from the University of Washington.
Breunig, who is originally from Germany, will sit out next year due to NCAA transfer rules.
Breunig played in 21 games as a freshman at Washington, but saw action in just nine games and scored one point...
Predicting the 2013/14 Washington Huskies basketball starting five
Projected starters for next season.
In-between transfers, graduates, and incoming recruits, University of Washington Men’s basketball’s starting squad next year is up in the air.
Here’s the most likely starting five for next year, with the potential challenger at each position.
Point Guard
Starter: Andrew Andrews
Challenger: Nigel Williams-Goss
Andrew Andrews gets the nod...
UW Huskies who must lead by example in 2013
Is it football season yet?
The Washington Huskies spring game has come and gone, leaving football fans anxious for the 2013 season. The problem is, we still have just over 4 months before the season opener against Boise State. After getting a small glimpse of what fans can look forward to next season, it has left us all with a yearning that football comes back sooner than later....
Desmond Trufant goes to Falcons at 22
UW's Desmond Trufant goes to Falcons at #22
Trufant became the third member of his family to make it to the league on Thursday night when the Atlanta Falcons selected him 22nd overall in the 2013 NFL Draft.
Tru became UW's fourth first-round pick since 1995.
He was considered a third-round pick by most at the start of last season. Then he became UW's defensive...
Desmond Trufant goes to Falcons at 22
UW's Desmond Trufant goes to Falcons at #22
Trufant became the third member of his family to make it to the league on Thursday night when the Atlanta Falcons selected him 22nd overall in the 2013 NFL Draft.
Tru became UW's fourth first-round pick since 1995.
He was considered a third-round pick by most at the start of last season. Then he became UW's defensive...
NFL Draft Instant Analysis: Desmond Trufant To Atlanta Falcons
The VitalsNFL Team: Atlanta FalconsPick Number: 22 (traded up from pick 30 with St. Louis)Player Name: Desmond TrufantPosition: CBSchool: WashingtonHeight/Weight: 6'0/190 lbs. How is the fit?Trufant was traded up for by the Falcons for a reason. He fits a tremendous hole left by the departures of cornerbacks Dunta Robinson, Brent Grimes, and Chris Owens. Trufant is...
First Round NFL Draft Grades: Atlanta Falcons
PICK: Desmond Trufant, CB, Washington
ANALYSIS: Atlanta had been rumored to be wanting to move up for someone, and Trufant was one of the names commonly tossed around in that discussion. Atlanta certainly needed a corner, and Trufant was the best CB on the board. They were smart to jump Minnesota and Indy to grab him. I'm still surprised St. Louis traded down instead...
Falcons Select Washington CB Desmond Trufant (Rd.1, No.22)
With the 22nd overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, the Falcons select Washington CB Desmond Trufant. A four-year starter, Trufant earned his way onto the field as a true freshman in 2009 and showed steady progression over his career. He set career-bests in 2011 as a junior with a pair of interceptions and 16 passes defended, but decided to return for his senior year. Although his...
Trufant Sweats Out Draft Fate
Like other Huskies before him, Desmond Trufant had a chance to check out the Green Room at Radio City Music Hall in New York City but decided to be with his family in Tacoma instead Thursday as his 2013 NFL Draft fate is expected to be revealed. Will he be taken by a team in the first round tonight? Or will he have to wait 24 more hours to find out his professional future?
C.J. Wilcox: One More Year!
On Thursday, Washington junior guard C.J. Wilcox announced that he would be returning for his final year of eligibility, eliminating speculation that he might declare by April 28th for the 2013 NBA Draft. He talked about his decision, and Washington Head Coach Lorenzo Romar spoke to the media about what Wilcox's return means for the 2013-14 Huskies.
C.J. Wilcox to return to Washington
Washington leading scorer C.J. Wilcox has bypassed a chance to enter the NBA draft and will return for his senior season.
The school made the announcement on Thursday. Many draft projections had Wilcox being taken in the second round.
Wilcox led the Huskies averaging 16.8 points per game, good for sixth in the Pac-12. He was a second-team all-Pac-12 selection and played most of...
Romar advises Wilcox on impending decision
Even though Washington's main signing day for men's basketball started Wednesday, junior guard C.J. Wilcox has 12 more days to make up his mind before choosing his college and pro fate. College players are supposed to decide by April 16th - the day before signing day - but the NCAA allows pro prospects the ability to wait until the NBA's April 28th deadline for early...
Washington adds pair to 2013-14 recruiting class
Washington has added high school guard Jahmel Taylor and junior college transfer Mike Anderson after they signed their national letters of intent to play basketball for the Huskies.
Washington coach Lorenzo Romar announced the signings on Wednesday. The two join an incoming class that includes McDonald's All-American Nigel Williams-Goss, Darin Johnson and college transfers Perris...
Ghanaian Youngster Aminu Abdalllah Scores For Whitecaps Reserves
Aminu Abdallah in action for Whitecaps Reserves
Ghanaian midfielder Aminu Abdallah got off the mark in Canada by scoring for Vancouver Whitecaps FC Reserves in a 1-1 draw against University of Washington Huskies.
On 31 minutes, Abdallah opened the scoring off of a pass from rookie Kekuta Manneh, while Omar Salgado had the second assist.
In the 68th minute, Caleb Clarke had a chance...
Wilcox Named MVP at UW Hoops Banquet
SEATTLE -- The Washington Husky men's basketball team capped its 2012-13 season with the annual awards banquet held on Tuesday and junior guard C.J. Wilcox went home with the MVP award.
2013 Jordan Brand Classic results and recap
The 12th annual Jordan Brand Classic featured three outstanding games at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, as the International, Regional and National contests all featured future D-1 players performing at a high level. National Game The West prevailed over the East, 102-98, as future Washington Huskies point guard Nigel Williams-Goss continued his terrific senior season with...
UW Report: Five things to watch during spring football
Washington prepares for Fall
It’s that glorious time of the year where football fans, after months of cold, bitter, football withdrawal, have a glimmer of hope on horizon. It’s spring football season, that magical time of the year rabid fans anxiously attempt to gauge the team’s progress through spring practices and drills.
Here’s five things to keep in mind as the Huskies...
NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Desmond Trufant, CB Washington
Washington CB Desmond Trufant
Green Bay Packers NFL Draft prospect profile: CB Desmond Trufant
Player Information:
Desmond Trufant, CB Washington
6-0, 190 pounds
Hometown: Tacoma, WA
STATS
NFL Combine:
40 time: 4.38
20-yard shuttle: 3.85
News and Notes:
Brother of NFL defensive backs Marcus and Isaiah. … Started 45 straight games before missing a game against Colorado this season...
UW Basketball: A look ahead
After an epic championship game between Louisville and Michigan reminded all of us just how mesmerizing college basketball can be the 2013 season is finally one for the history books. Closer to home, the Washington Huskies hope to turn around two seasons of frustration by wiping the slate clean with a whole new cast of talented players.
Report: Washington Cornerback Desmond Trufant Visiting With Patriots
Another potential first-round pick is in New England for a visit.
Washington cornerback Desmond Trufant is visiting with the Patriots on Thursday and Friday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Trufant is viewed as one of the top cornerbacks in this year’s draft class and is projected as a pretty firm first-round pick. He was on the cusp of the first round early in the draft...
2013 NFL Draft: CB Desmond Trufant Scouting Report
Desmond Trufant has a lot of expectation in the Trufant family. Two of his older brothers play in the NFL as well - Marcus plays for the Seattle Seahawks and was drafted in the first round in 2003, and Isiah, who is a New York Jet and cut his teeth in the Arena League and UFL before making the big leagues.The 2013 NFL Draft is very deep at the cornerback position and many analysts...
Romar: No contact with UCLA about job
Washington coach Lorenzo Romar says he's had no contact from UCLA regarding the Bruins' head coaching position.
Romar was asked about the UCLA job Monday during his season-ending news conference. Romar said it's understandable his name gets brought up with the UCLA vacancy.
Romar is a Southern California native who worked as an assistant at UCLA from 1992-96, including...
Desmond Trufant CB, Washington Scouting Report
DESMOND TRUFANT CB, Washington
6-0, 190 LBS
starts
TCK
INT
PD
FF
2012
12
36
1
9
1
2011
13
64
2
14
2
2010
13
48
1
4
0
2009
9
47
2
6
0
Had 45 straight start streak stopped when he had to sit out against Colorado last season. Returned to start final 2 games.
When he’s covered a receiver great, he’s great at breaking...
BC Reader Recreates Johnny Manziel’s Spring Break Photos
BC reader Johnny Wardell, from Seattle, is on Spring Break this week and just had to brag about all the fun he had.
Johnny writes:
Went to Cabo a week after Johnny Football and recreated some of his infamous Spring Break photos.
As you can see above, Wardell went with a fake Washington Huskies tat. Points deducted for not finding some random black dude to complete the recreation...
Shaq Thompson, Red Sox Prospect Who Went 0-For-39 With 37 Strikeouts, Returning to Baseball This Summer
Shaq Thompson may have gone 0-for-39 with 37 strikeouts last season with the Gulf Coast League Red Sox in rookie ball, but that doesn’t mean he’s given up on the sport.
Thompson, who also played cornerback, safety and linebacker for the 2012 Washington Huskies, will be returning to the Red Sox this spring and summer. Thompson told the Seattle Times he will travel to Florida this...
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