Aaron Estrada (born February 3, 2001) is an American men's college basketball player for the Hofstra Pride of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) who is two-time Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year (2022, 2023). Oats recently added two new assistant coaches, Ryan Pannone and Austin Claunch, to his team. Hofstras Tyler Thomas and Marists Patrick Gardner, a 6-11 center from Calhoun High, were mens basketball second-team selections. Estrada was named the CAA Player of the Year after averaging 20.2 points,. He was the ninth-best transfer available in. Try a week on us. The Prides backcourt could be able to absorb the loss with the expected returns of second-leading scorer Tyler Thomas and guards Jaquan Carlos and Bryce Washington. He spent one season playing for the Peacocks. Estrada's efforts earned him Player of the Year honors in the Colonial Athletic Association for the second consecutive year, following up his junior campaign in 2021-22 that saw him average 18.5. Huge pickup with lots of experience. CAA Player of the Year Aaron Estrada entered the transfer portal Tuesday, 247Sports learned. [9] He was named Colonial Athletic Association's Player of the Year. Add Basketball Insiders to your Google News Feed! Estrada averaged 3.1. Estrada is a volume-shooter, swishing 70 3-pointers a year ago, and should match well in coach Nate Oats offense. The season before, Estrada started 32 games and finished with 18.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5 assists and 1.5 steals per game. Aaron Estrada of Hofstra waits for the play to take shape during the NIT second round mens basketball game against Cincinnati at the David Mack Arena on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Credit: Peter Frutkoff. Aundre Hyatt will return to Rutgers basketball for one more year. In high school, he was a member of the 2019 recruiting class and a three-star recruit according to Rivals. This upcoming season will be Estrada's fifth, with him exercising his extra COVID year of eligibility as a graduate transfer. With his proven scoring abilities and impressive stats, Estrada could elevate the teams performance and solidify its status as a top contender in the NCAA. Estrada's efforts earned him Player of the Year honors in the Colonial Athletic Association for the second consecutive year, following up his junior campaign in 2021-22 that saw him average 18.5 points per game. During his time at Hofstra, Estrada became the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Player of the Year, averaging an impressive 20.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game last season. Including those testing the draft waters as members of the roster, Alabama has two open scholarships remaining. I have to consider all my options to figure out whats best.. The 6-foot Estrada announced on Saturday that he is transferring to the University of Alabama in a post on social media. The NCAA Basketball career arc for Aaron Estrada has been one of the more wild ones in recent memory. Alabamas basketball program, led by head coach Nate Oats, has been actively strengthening its staff and recruiting efforts. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)AP. The New Jersey product started at Saint Peters and was the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conferences Rookie of the Year in 2020. Nate Oats netted another high-powered scorer from the transfer portal Saturday as Hofstra guard Aaron Estrada committed to Alabama over a top four that also included Cincinnati, Florida State and Kansas State. Offensively, Estrada's scoring ability will be a welcomed addition to the Crimson Tide rotation. Estrada, who came to Hofstra via a transfer from Oregon, this season averaged 20.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.5 steals. Alabama basketball struck again in the Transfer Portal last week, this time landing Hofstra shooting guard Aaron Estrada, who committed to the Crimson Tide over Florida State, Kansas State, and . He transferred to Oregon and spent one season with the Ducks, averaging 12.7 minutes in nine games, before coming to Hofstra. St. Johns senior Kadaja Bailey a three-time Newsday All-Long Island selection from St. Marys High School was named to the second team as was Freeport product Chloe Wilson of FDU. The list includes Alabama, Florida State, Kansas State, and Cincinnati. Sign up for the Rutgers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Baylor sharpshooter LJ Cryer is also planning to enter the transfer portal in the coming days, according to a report by 247Sports' Travis Branham. TRANSFER TRACKER:Alabama basketball transfer tracker: Who's staying, leaving and joining? Second-team pick Daniss Jenkins is transferring from Iona to St. Johns for next season. Copyright 2023 Newsday. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. (25-10, 1st place in conference (CAA), Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Monday, May 1, 12:49AM. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. He torched Cincinnati for 18 points, eight assists and six rebounds in the NIT. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. Alabama basketball and head coach Nate Oats have made another step towards completing their 2023-24 roster with the addition of Hofstra transfer Aaron Estrada. College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com Blog and Articles. https://rutgerswire.usatoday.com/2023/04/04/former-new-jersey-basketball-star-aaron-estrada-is-in-the-transfer-portal/, Rutgers football: Last year's injury helped Mohamed Toure come back with a new perspective, Conner Harer cites special bond with Scott Goodale in his Rutgers wrestling commitment: 'Can't wait to win a national title with him in my corner', Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He declared for the draft but maintained his college eligibility. In non-conference play, Estrada scored 16 points on 8 for 17 shooting against Saint Marys vicious defense. January 15, 2022. Name, image and likeness is going to be a factor in the transfer portal. Alabamas prior portal addition this offseason, former G.W. Hofstra went 25-10 in 2022-23 under coach Speedy Claxton. Privacy Policy |Terms of service |Subscription terms |Your ad choices |Cookie Settings |California Privacy Rights |About Us |Contact Newsday |Reprints & permissions |Advertise with Newsday |Help. If the Hofstra transfer chooses to don the Crimson Tide jersey, it would be a significant boost for Alabamas basketball program. And it isnt a transition to professional basketball. A two-time CAA Player of the Year, Estrada is a terrific, attack-oriented guard who is a legitimate three-level scorer. He hit 39 percent off of his catch-and-shoots, with a ton of them being guarded, per Synergy. In total, he adds significant starting experience for the Crimson Tide. Latest on Hofstra Pride guard Aaron Estrada including complete game-by-game stats on ESPN However, recent developments suggest that Alabama has gained significant momentum in the race for Estradas talents. Tide Illustrated. Ryan Pannone, Austin Claunch accept offers to join Alabama basketball coaching staff. The one-time transfer rule is still intact, per usual. Rutgers freshman Kaylene Smikle, a 2020 Newsday all-Long Island pick from Long Island Lutheran, was named to the third team. Soriano is returning to St. Johns as the team captain next season for new coach Rick Pitino. [8] On February 5, 2022, Estrada scored a career-high 35 points in a 8578 overtime win against James Madison. The former Saint Peter . Baltimore Orioles signed free agent 2B Aron Estrada to a minor league contract. Estrada was the CAA Player of the Year in back-to-back seasons, 2022 and '23. He is a guard that Rutgers and head coach Steve Pikiell know all too well. G.W. Estrada was 10-18 from the field and added five rebounds and two assists in the contest. @james_benedetto. Aaron Estrada (born February 3, 2001) is an American men's college basketball player for the Hofstra Pride of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) who is two-time Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year (2022, 2023). It is no coincidence that some of the teams who continue to dominate the transfer portal also have structured NIL opportunities set up. Aaron Estrada (@Aaron4PF_) April 4, 2023. From day one, they have did nothing but help me develop and become the best version of myself and I will forever be honored for that.. He played his high school basketball at St. Benedict's Prep. Then he transferred to Oregon for the 2020-21 season before eventually departing for Hofstra. Aaron Estrada, a guard from Woodbury, New Jersey, committed to the Crimson Tide on Saturday afternoon. Looking to further bolster the roster, Oats reportedly met with 2023 center Papa Kante this week. Estrada is well-traveled, too. Last week, Hofstra transfer Aaron Estrada committed to Alabama over Cincinnati and Kansas State. He played his high school basketball at St. Benedicts Prep. Mark Sears did the same, but he figures to be back for his senior season. The experience here at Hofstra was like no other and will forever be within me and be carried on throughout my journey. IMDbProStarmeterSee rank Add photos, demo reelsAdd to list View contact info at IMDbPro More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Known for Impact: Stories of Survival 8.9 TV Series Self - Skier 2004 1 ep Credits Edit IMDbPro Related news 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. He started his college basketball career with Saint Peter's in 2019-20. Estrada was second in the CAA in scoring and earned CAA Player of the Year honors. Betting is speculative. He went to St. Peters in 2019, scoring 8.1 points per game before transferring to Oregon. Add a bio, trivia, and more. All rights reserved. He immediately becomes one of the most prolific scorers available in the transfer portal. Its something I have to consider, he told Newsday. Coach Oats does well with player development and getting there (sic) guys to the next level and thats my ultimate goal.. Aguilas del Zulia activated 2B Aron Estrada. Alabamas roster will be much different this winter as it looks to match its historic Sweet 16 run. Join our linker program. Storr transferred to Wisconsin. Credit: Peter Frutkoff. The Tide is also a contender for Woffords big B.J. [1] Estrada was featured in a documentary series called Benedict Men, on the streaming platform Quibi. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Alabama basketball has added another player in the transfer portal, and he's a productive one. But more than that, Estrada can just score from all over the court. Estrada averaged 20.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game for the Pride last season. He joins Wichita State's Jaykwon Walton in transferring to the Crimson Tide this offseason. There are four schools in the running for Estradas potential destination. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800 GAMBLER. [4] He earned MAAC Rookie of the Year honors. Kante recently decomitted from Michigan and is one of the best available prospects left among current high school seniors. He also tallied 5.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.5 steals per game. Fairfax, VA - Redshirt senior Aaron Estrada poured in 31 points and nearly willed the Hofstra men's basketball team to road victory before the Pride dropped an 81-77 decision to George Mason on Wednesday evening at EagleBank Arena. This season Estrada, a 6-3 redshirt senior, was named the Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year for a second straight time after leading the Pride to a 25-10 mark, the CAA regular season championship and a berth in the postseason National Invitation Tournament. Estrada, considered one of the better guards in the portal, should play a major role on coach Nate Oats team. He averaged more than six 3-point attempts per game, and hit 37 percent of them. Red Storm center Joel Soriano was picked to the first team, Posh Alexander to the third team and A.J. Having said that, its worth noting that we have seen Estrada at the high-major level at Oregon, where he was merely a bench player. The talented guard, who started his collegiate career at Saint Peters in the 2019-20 season, transferred to Oregon for a year before spending his last . All rights reserved (About Us). 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Aaron Estrada Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering Student at The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso Metropolitan Area The University of Texas at El Paso Aaron Estrada. Copyright 2023 Newsday. Estrada, who entered the transfer portal last month, committed to Hofstra Monday night. Estrada is the sixth Hofstra player to win the Haggerty and first since Charles Jenkins won the last of his three straight in 2011. Aaron Estrada(II) IMDbProStarmeterSee rank Help contribute to IMDb. The Pride reached the second round of the NIT tournament and Estrada led the team in scoring (18.5 points per game) and assists (5.0). Alabama basketball has landed its second transfer following an exodus of players and coaches. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Here's what you need to know: Estrada averaged 20.2 points, 5.5. In high school, he was a member of the 2019 recruiting class and a three-star recruit according to Rivals. He went 47.8 percent from the floor and 36.8 percent from the 3-point line. Estrada is an elite scoring guard and has made stops at St. Peter's (N.J.) University,. All rights reserved. He followed that up in the second round with 18 points in a loss at Cincinnati. Estrada played sparingly (nine games) for Oregon in 2020-21 before entering the transfer portal and landing at Hofstra. Former Hofstra star Aaron Estrada has quickly become a priority for point guard-needy teams in the transfer portal. When he's not writing, David likes to hit the gym and spend time with his cat. Estrada is well-traveled, too. The MBWA has also announced its all-Met mens and womens basketball teams and several players with St. Johns and Long Island ties were recognized. Estrada is a graduate transfer, so the NCAAs new memo for two-time transfers does not apply, and eligible in 2023-24. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Aaron Estrada Close to Crimson Tide Transfer. Alabama basketball transfer tracker: Who's staying, leaving and joining? Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Estrada is the back-to-back reigning CAA Player of the Year. This website is free for you to use but we may receive commission from the companies we feature on this site. He makes the move after two superlative seasons with the Pride, each of which ended with him anointed the Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year. Estrada averaged only 12.4 minutes per game with the Ducks. CAA Player of the Year Aaron Estrada entered the transfer portal Tuesday, 247Sports learned. Follow all of your favorite teams at Rutgers Wire, Giants Wire, Jets Wire, Nets Wire and NorthJersey.com! Get the fastest scores, stats, news, LIVE videos, and more. He canceled a visit to Flordia State after including Alabama among his finalists. Alongside Estrada, Alabama hosted Wofford transfer BJ Mack, who was also impressed with the programs vision and strategies. Estrada was the CAA Player of the Year in back-to-back seasons, 2022 and '23. Mack. As of April 29, 2023 he has not declared which school he will go to. Estrada averaged 20 PPG last year and is the 2-time reigning CAA Player of the Year. January 15, 2022. He averaged 8.1 points per game and shot 40.5% from the floor. The lefty gunner can get penetration and then stop and pop from anywhere. Estrada also had serious interest from Kansas State, Cincinnati and Florida State. Miles McQuiggan. Aaron Estrada, fresh off a tremendous season at Hofstra, entered the transfer portal on Tuesday. He had 13 points, four rebounds, four assists and three steals in Hofstras overtime win over Rutgers in the first round of the NIT. Carver-Montgomery standout Jaykwon Walton, Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more, Davin Cosby (signed/reclassified to 2022 and enrolled early). Storr was the all-Met Rookie of the Year. The former Saint Peters and Oregon guard averaged 20.2 points, 4.3 assists and 5.5 rebounds this past season while shooting 36.8% from 3-point range. As the April 29 commitment date approaches, all eyes are on Estradas decision, which, at this point, appears to be Alabama. He led the 202223 Pride to a share of the regular season conference championship and advancement into the second round of the 2023 NIT, where Hofstra pulled a first-round upset over regional #1-seed Rutgers, 8886, in overtime. Aaron Estrada, a guard from Woodbury, New Jersey, committed to the Crimson Tide on Saturday afternoon. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. He has 77 starts and has played in 100 games. Then he even made 34 percent of his pull-up 3s, which is a pretty strong number. Find your friends on Facebook. Rylan Griffen has not indicated he will be departing, and the Crimson Tide essentially adds another guard in freshman Davin Cosby Jr. Estrada averaged 20.2 points per game this past season for Hofstra over 31 starts. David Evans is an experienced sports journalist, with over 15 years in the field. The 6-foot-3 guard was one of the most prolific scorers in all of college basketball last season, ranking in the top 25 of all players in the sport with 20.2 points per game. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Roger Rubin returned to Newsday in 2018 to write about high schools, colleges and baseball following 20 years at the Daily News. Nick Alvarez is a reporter for Alabama Media Group. [5] Estrada opted to transfer to Oregon after the season, choosing the Ducks over Creighton and Syracuse. Note that the content on this site should not be considered betting advice. Hes creative and shifty, with all sorts of craft. Estrada began his college career at St. Peter's in 2019. Pannone was previously with the New Orleans Pelicans, and Claunch at Nicholls State. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. I think (Nate) Oats is a great coach and they really made me and my family feel comfortable on my visit, Estrada told On3. It also helps that hes had a pair of terrific seasons as a passer, averaging 4.6 assists in his two years at Hofstra. The biggest question mark is whether Jahvon Quinerly comes back for his final season of eligibility. Read More . Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Aaron Estrada, a Hosftra guard, has announced his commitment to the Crimson Tide, he told On3 on Saturday. When betting your capital is at risk. Estrada has stated he is going to be a graduate transfer for his fifth and final year of collegiate eligibility. Estrada scored 23 points and made the game-winning foul shots as the Thundering Herd beat Cresskill High School 6058 to capture their first Group 1 state title. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 1/26/2023). That should allow him to have a lot more success in his second go-around. A look at the home and away opponents for Rutgers basketball in Big Ten play this year. Against Rutgers in the first round of the NIT, he scored 13 points in an 88-86 Hoftra win. Estrada averaged 18.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 2021-22. Walton is another guard who will be added to the rotation. [10] He repeated as conference player of the year the following season after averaging 20.3 points per game (second in the CAA) while leading Hofstra to a share of the regular season championship.[11]. While the broadcast talks non-stop about Charleston, Aaron Estrada is here to remind you who the CAA Player of the Year is!#PrideOfLI pic.twitter.com/2ZkKLajtDm, Hofstra Men's Basketball (@HofstraMBB) March 6, 2023. He also averaged 5.5 rebounds and 4.3 assists. Senior Year Stats: 20.2 points, 4.3 assists, 3.1 turnovers, 5 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 57.3% true shooting, 47.8% field goal percentage, 36.8% three-point percentage . Despite not being ranked in the class of 2019, Estrada made a name for himself in the college basketball world. He transferred to St. Benedict's Prep for his senior year. All rights reserved. I like the culture they have and their style of play matches mine. Staff Writer. Alabama basketball strikes again in the Transfer Portal, this time landing Hofstra shooting guard Aaron Estrada, who committed to the Crimson Tide over Florida State, Kansas State, and Cincinnati . Former Hofstra guard Aaron Estrada will be transferring to Alabama, he announced on social media Saturday. Aaron Estrada, fresh off a tremendous season at Hofstra, entered the transfer portal on Tuesday. Estrada produced in every game against high majors during his tenure at Hofstra. Former Hofstra guard Aaron Estrada will be transferring to Alabama, he announced on social media Saturday. He features a plethora of offensive skills including 3-level scoring capabilities, a tight handle and pinpoint accuracy off the bounce. Following a visit to Cincinnati, the Hofstra transfer canceled his scheduled trip to Florida State, further fueling speculation about his inclination towards Alabama. Apr 22, 2023 5 Former Hofstra guard Aaron Estrada will be transferring to Alabama, he announced on social media Saturday. Previously, Aaron was the Community Health W orker at Mercy Health and also held positions at MPCA. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. After two seasons of lighting up Long Island with his spectacular play for Hofstra, guard Aaron Estrada is on the move. I knew I wanted to go there as soon as they contacted but I was waiting to see if the basketball fit made sense for me and it did. The St. Benedicts Prep fifth-year guard has improved drastically since then, particularly as a shooter. About Restoration Recovery - Restoration Recovery Center Free Consultations 24/7 888-290-0925 Our team Zeinah Estrada Founder Read Bio Aaron Estrada Founder Read Bio Doctor Zahedi Doctor Read Bio Jeanette Alves Physician Assistant Read Bio Rory Director of Operations Read Bio Courtney Hanson NLP Therapist and Coach Read Bio Matthew Beck This past season, Estrada helped Hofstra to a 25-10 mark, the CAA regular-season championship and the second round of the National Invitation Tournament. The 6-foot-4 senior guard earned back-to-back Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year honors, displaying a multi-dimensional offensive game, paired with a well-rounded statistical profile that should get fans excited. Do you have a blog? So far in 2023: In 29 games, Ward is hitting .208 with a slash line of .320 (OBP), .311 (SLG), .631 (OPS). EUGENE Former Oregon guard Aaron Estrada has landed back in the Northeast. He enters the portal with one season of college egibility remaining. Then he spent the last two seasons at Hofstra. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Alexander announced that he would transfer to Butler on Thursday. Taylor Ward, Angels. Roger Rubin returned to Newsday in 2018 to write about high schools, colleges and baseball following 20 years at the Daily News. 2B Aron Estrada assigned to DSL Orioles1. He picked Alabama over teams such as Kansas State, Florida State and Cincinnati. Aside from star Brandon Miller, the Tides guards are expected to undergo major turnover with Nimari Burnett and Jaden Bradley gone to the transfer portal. Follow him on Twitter@nick_a_alvarezor email him atNAlvarez@al.com. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Former starters Jahvon Quinerly and Mark Sears are currently testing their NBA Draft potential. Analysis: Ward, who started the season as the Angels' leadoff hitter, has struggled at the plate and has subsequently dropped in the batting order. Pivot VFX. Schools: Saint Peter's (Men), Oregon (Men) and Hofstra (Men), 2022-23 Hofstra Estradas recent visit to Tuscaloosa, where he met with the Alabama coaching staff, seems to have left a positive impression. This page is not available in other languages. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Estrada attended Woodbury Junior-Senior High School. He loves the areas around the elbows, where he can stop on a dime and raise up for an easy shot. In the first year of the portal windows, the college basketball transfer portal opened March 13 and runs until May 11. These past two years with the Pride have been nothing but great times and very exciting for me and my family, Estrada wrote. In addition to his scoring proficiencies, he grabbed 5.5 rebounds and dished out 4.3 assists per contest. His mix of a shifty handle, creativity and tough. Following the season, Estrada transferred to Hofstra. Privacy Policy |Terms of service |Subscription terms |Your ad choices |Cookie Settings |California Privacy Rights |About Us |Contact Newsday |Reprints & permissions |Advertise with Newsday |Help. The Lt. Frank J. Haggerty Award has been given annually to the areas best player since 1936 and is the most prestigious accolade given by the Metropolitan Basketball Writers Association. Lathan Sommerville is a good, solid get for Rutgers basketball. Thomas averaged 16.5 points, but was especially strong down the stretch with a 20.2 average and 52.4% shooting in the final 15 games as Hofstra went 13-2. 2023 www.tuscaloosanews.com. He makes the move after two superlative seasons with the Pride, each of . The query length is limited to 70 characters, Hofstra Basketball Transfer Aaron Estrada Expected To Pick Alabama Crimson Tide At End Of April, Captain Jack Casino No Deposit Bonus Code, Best College Basketball Betting Sites 2023. 0. Jul 2012 - Jun 20153 years. To Coach Speedy and the coaching staff at Hofstra, words can not even explain how grateful I am for you guys.
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