Meechie Johnson to enter transfer portal
Meechie Johnson, who led South Carolina basketball in scoring during a run to the NCAA Tournament, is set to enter the transfer portal.
Meechie Johnson to enter transfer portal
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Probably heads back up to the midwest. But, he'll be replaced with another 14+ ppg scorer from another school who is surprised their 14 ppg scorer is entering the portal.
It’s the way of college sports. Don’t get too close to any player because most of the time they are going to leave. Dawn keeps them well but not many else. Meechie was good for Lamont’s system and this system was good for Meechie but young people don’t see those things. Good luck to him but don’t expect a lot of fond farewells because no true commitment means fans won’t care anymore.
I'm a little surprised with how highly he spoke of Paris his entire time here, however I don't think it's a huge blow to the roster with exception to leadership.
He would've spent 3 years in the program, and that bodes well for continuity and building the program.
He would've spent 3 years in the program, and that bodes well for continuity and building the program.
The NCAA was sued about multiple transfers late in '23, and now none of those rules apply. You can transfer as much as you want.
I know there is no portal loss that we cannot explain away. However, I am surprised because of the vibe from this team being that it was a group of guys who really cared about each other and really bought into the team concept. It really seemed like Paris built a group of team first guys. But I guess that reality simply does not exist anymore.
Like I have said many times over the past couple of years, putting together a team is a year to year proposition. The 2023-24 and what you feel about them needs to be laid to rest. Coach Paris now has the job of putting together the 2024-25 team and we will see where that team goes.
It’s not just about finding 14 points in the portal, though. This team played way above their collective talent level. It’s about finding players who fit into the system. Paris put the team together so I hope he can do it again, but there are no guarantees.
No….it’s about replacing Giambi and Damon. You’re not even looking at the problem.
"You are outside your mind"No….it’s about replacing Giambi and Damon. You’re not even looking at the problem.
Blah blah blah. Just leave already!! If you liked everything so freaking much then why in the hell didn’t you stay! Don’t let the door hit you in the *** on the way out!!Meechie Johnson to enter transfer portal
Meechie Johnson, who led South Carolina basketball in scoring during a run to the NCAA Tournament, is set to enter the transfer portal.www.on3.com
What is up with these guys that they can’t stay in one place more than a year or two? How will they ever hold a job?
There was a video on Twitter, can’t find it now, after the game against Oregon and Meechie was being interviewed about the team for next year, and he said we would probably have to pick up a player or two from the portal.
Scott: "You want ME to replace Giambi? What about the fans?"
Ron (under his breath): "Yeah maybe I can teach one of them."
Billy: "The fans d... good one."
I hesitate to say "never". I have watched people job hop internally, and increase their salary quite a bit. The company doesn't seem to mind, and these people get several steps ahead.
I've also seen a guy get a promotion by leaving and coming back 2 years later.
All this is anecdotal, I know. But its often discussed with coworkers. It appears to work for a lot of people.
I always liked being an expert in my position, so I tend to stay longer. But companies spend more on recruiting than retention, so staying put doesn't make sense monetarily.