The NEW Official Thread of the Augustana Vikings

[AU Vikings]

Augie gets a commitment from SDSU transfer Jack Hastreiter.

https://twitter.com/jack_hastreiter/...GJMdypCbg&s=19

[vikingfaithful]

These incoming recruits flipping to Emporia State makes a ton of sense. They’ve never experienced Augie, haven’t established relationships here, etc. Assuming Billeter or Schlatter were the key recruiters, it makes sense that they’d want to follow them.

Obviously the current roster kids can go wherever they want as well. Like vikingfaithful said, it’s tough to swallow, but that’s the way it is. Clearly some kids want to stay, as Helgren came back out of the portal. Hopefully others want to as well.

If not, it’ll be up to Schilling to restock the cupboard. Starting with a foundation of Hinker and Akoi is definitely a plus. I think Hinker could be an all-conference big man these next two years if he keeps progressing. Get a couple of transfers in and there may not be much of a drop-off at all.

You're correct about a good foundation. Would think a transfer at point guard would find Augustana an attractive option as there is an immediate for the position. The program has a great tradition and will be alright. Cody has a fantastic resume as a head coach and will find a quality assistant. Augie will be a force again in the NSIC.

[MrAugustana]

I don't blame Billeter one bit. This is the way of college sports these days, and he's earned his street cred.

In an odd way, I kind of enjoy this portal mess. Keeps things interesting during what had been a down time for basketball.

Like Vikingfaithful, I have full confidence in Schiling to assemble a competitive roster.

These incoming recruits flipping to Emporia State makes a ton of sense. They’ve never experienced Augie, haven’t established relationships here, etc. Assuming Billeter or Schlatter were the key recruiters, it makes sense that they’d want to follow them.

Obviously the current roster kids can go wherever they want as well. Like vikingfaithful said, it’s tough to swallow, but that’s the way it is. Clearly some kids want to stay, as Helgren came back out of the portal. Hopefully others want to as well.

If not, it’ll be up to Schilling to restock the cupboard. Starting with a foundation of Hinker and Akoi is definitely a plus. I think Hinker could be an all-conference big man these next two years if he keeps progressing. Get a couple of transfers in and there may not be much of a drop-off at all.

[Blue Ridge Viking]

Billeter doing what coaches do when they move on and it sucks to be on the losing end. I'll trust in Cody to make things right.

I don't blame Billeter one bit. This is the way of college sports these days, and he's earned his street cred.

In an odd way, I kind of enjoy this portal mess. Keeps things interesting during what had been a down time for basketball.

Like Vikingfaithful, I have full confidence in Schiling to assemble a competitive roster.

[AU Vikings]

Donald Coats III also flips his commitment to Emporia State.

[vikingfaithful]

Billeter doing what coaches do when they move on and it sucks to be on the losing end. I'll trust in Cody to make things right.

[AU Vikings]

Justin Mack has decommitted from Augie and now commits to Emporia State.

[vikingfaithful]

Dallas Bear is headed to Emporia State.

bummer

[AU Vikings]

Dallas Bear is headed to Emporia State.

[vikingfaithful]

Brady Helgren is withdrawing from the transfer portal and returning to Augustana.

As we used to say way, way back " I'll be a monkeys uncle" Glad to have the big guy back.
Hopefully Cody keeps Brayson Laube and Dallas Bear.

[AU Vikings]

Brady Helgren is withdrawing from the transfer portal and returning to Augustana.

[MrAugustana]

Along with the aforementioned Fergusons, Coach Schilling has given out another offer, this time to Duluth Martin forward Brooks Johnson.

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Based on the question mark at the end of his announcement tweet, it seems Brooks may not be fully sold on becoming a Viking, but I suppose time will tell. :)

[MrMustang]

As an Augie hater, my opinion is Texas Tom leaving and being replaced by Schilling is a home run for Augie, unfortunately. Schilling has a big name and will be able to recruit kids.

I suppose the portal may be a mess for him some today, but otherwise, if I was an Augie fan I'd be pretty happy

[laker]

Any news on a new women's coach at AU? Maybe Augieholic could hire Heather Johnson Anderson?

[MrAugustana]

Ahrman Lewis officially gone as well.

Can't say I'm surprised. Can say that I'm disappointed. Like Augieholic said, it makes sense when the coach that brought you in has left. Was just hoping the continuation over to Schilling might keep them here.