Collin Chandler, Utah Guard, Transfers Back to BYU
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PROVO, Utah. Collin Chandler announced Saturday morning that he is transferring from the University of Kentucky to Brigham Young University, posting on Instagram that he is "coming home" and captioning his commitment, "Cougar nation, let's rock." Chandler, a Farmington High product and 2022 four-star recruit, played two seasons at Kentucky and posted starting experience and NCAA Tournament appearances.
This week the commitment reshapes BYU's offseason roster picture as Chandler joins returning and incoming guards while other players enter the transfer portal and the NBA draft; Chandler averaged 9.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists across 66 games at Kentucky and shot above 40 percent from three-point range, information cited by regional outlets and team reports.
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Timeline
- 1. Chandler committed to BYU out of Farmington High School (class of 2022).
- 2. He served a two-year church mission before beginning college basketball.
- 3. Chandler followed coach Mark Pope to the University of Kentucky and played two seasons there.
- 4. Over two seasons Chandler appeared in 66 games, averaging 9.7 points per game.
- 5. Chandler announced his transfer back to BYU via Instagram this week.
Why it matters
Chandler's return to BYU shakes up the team's dynamic. If you're a BYU fan, this could mean a more competitive season ahead. If you're a Kentucky fan, it's a loss of a key player. For high school athletes, it's a reminder that college commitments can change.
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