SHAQIR O’NEAL TRANSFERS TO A NEW HBCU
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Posted By: Catalina Deossa on July 09, 2024 Shaqir O'Neal, son of NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal and a former forward at Texas Southern University, has announced his transfer to Florida A&M University. Standing at 6'7" and weighing 201 pounds, Shaqir was regarded as a three-star prospect in the Class of 2021 from Union Grove Senior High School in Georgia. Beginning his college career with a redshirt season in 2021-2022, Shaqir made his debut for Texas Southern in November 2022. During the 2022-2023 season, he appeared in 20 games, averaging 1.4 points per game while playing approximately seven minutes per contest. His standout performance occurred against North American, where he posted 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists in 28 minutes on the court. Patrick Crarey, head coach of Florida A&M, expressed excitement about Shaqir's decision to join their team, noting his versatility, athleticism, and experience gained in a competitive conference under a respected coach. Coach Crarey emphasized his role in helping Shaqir achieve both personal and team-oriented goals at Florida A&M. Shaqir's transfer underscores his strategic move to further develop his skills and contribute significantly to a new collegiate program. His decision to transition to Florida A&M reflects his ambition to continue progressing in his basketball career while making a meaningful impact on the team. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Catalina Deossa
Archaeologist, CHRONOS SAS Florida Int`l Univ class of 2011 Member Since April 2024 |
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