goramblers2011 wrote:
How about Sheldon?! Waited for his time. Worked hard. Trusted Drew and the culture. Supported the team. Has gotten his chance now last few games and absolutely won us the game tonight. He's a true Rambler.
^^^^ THIS ^^^^
Sometimes I roll my eyes when people talk about NIL and transfer portal and mid-major doom loops.
Take a look at Sheldon Edwards and Des Watson. Two guys who transferred to Loyola and developed something in themselves and as teammates that was priceless. Sheldon didn't get all the court time he thought he'd get at first, but he put his head down and became the best teammate he could be, and now he's a starter and Plus defensive player. Add them to a longer list that includes all the main players over the past 10-12 years, from Joe Crisman and CT to Milton Doyle, Richardson and Custer and Aundre Jackson. Krutwig was a better player because of the framework established by those others. This kind of experience is what most players really look for: Passion and Brotherhood, not NIL paychecks on a soulless, mercenary college team.
My favorite players will always be the ones that specifically sought out Loyola--- Donte Ingram, Sheldon Edwards, Milton Doyle's mom making brilliant suggestions, and... I think.... Des Watson coming to Chicago to play with Phil Alston and Braden Norris. Never seen any player at Loyola having as much fun winning as Des Watson.