But he had a change of heart, was released from his letter of intent, and on Friday officially signed with BYU. Lastly, Lohner is a really solid transition big man. Lohners hairstyle featuring long blonde curly locks was not going to work with BYUs Dress and Grooming standards within the schools Honor Code. Everybody is on this journey together to be better. Everyone is on the same page and on this journey together. Sign up today for the KSL Sports newsletter. Lohner averaged 7.0 PPG, 6.4 RPG, and 1.1 APG. Hes just throwing his whole self out there on the floor for good and for young, Pope said. Lohner is extremely athletic. Possibly. 2023 Bonneville International. And I thought aw man this is going to be tricky. The American Idol alum, who turned 21 on Mar. Follow him on Twitter:@Mitch_Harper. Hometown: Dallas, Texas. We are back to digging deep into my bag of highlight watching and my favorite thing about Lohner actually no longer exists. Now, theyre at BYU. For any other high school athletes struggling to find the right college to continue their playing career at, Lohner hopes they really think about their decision and choose where they want to go. BYU will join the Big 12 in 2023. BYU Mounts Second-Half Comeback In WCC Tournament Win Over Portland, NFL Scouting Combine: Puka Nacua Names Teams That Interviews Went Really Well With, NFL Scouting Combine: Jaren Hall Says Faith Helps Him Be Best Football Player I Can Be, BYU Open Womens WCC Tourney With Blowout Win Over Pepperdine, Big 12 Reengaged In Talks With Utah, Other Pac-12 Schools Per Reports, Kyle Whittingham Discusses Greatest Coaching Influences, Players Over 30-Year Career, Notable Moments From The Utah Jazz Season So Far, Everything You Need to Know to Watch the 2022 World Cup. Even though it took some time to have his release request granted, Lohner said he didnt speak to Pope again until after he was officially released and entered the transfer portal. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Caleb is hilarious. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. I think Coach Krystkowiak is an amazing human being, and amazing coach. I mean, Ive got my own certain type of swag and well see how I can do some of that., Donate to the newsroom now. Also had a double-double at home against Loyola Marymount with 13 points and 11 rebounds, Had seven games with 10 or more rebounds including a career-high 14 at the Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic against South Florida. Because he committed early, the news that he wanted to be released came as a bigger shock, and has left Krystkowiak now scrambling to fill that roster spot amid a pandemic. Caleb Lohner is coming to Baylor from BYU, a future Big 12 rival. Year GP GS MIN AVG FG-FGA FG% 3P-3PA 3P% FT-FTA FT% OFF DEF REB AVG . I will sound like a broken record here, but the staff smashed this transfer pickup. When EJ comes back I think having Lohner and EJ on the court together will be incredible. The coaches want to be better for us, we want to be better for each other for this team, the GAs are working for everyone in this program. I have loved BYU, will always be a Cougar, and will remember my time here fondly. Hair wasnt the only topic of conversation being brought up online. Im so glad I got to spend those two years at BYU and interestingly enough I ended up back right here. PROVO, Utah (ABC4 Sports) The top high school basketball player in the state has switched allegiances, and now he is explaining why. Class: Sophomore. Powered by Capitol Presence & Olympus Cloud. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. So I cut it shorter and I ended up loving it. It is clear that he understood assignments at BYU and was able to defend almost anyone on a switch. So I kind of take that mindset. Lohners surprising move to BYU brought up murmurings of possible tampering by coach Mark Pope and his staff in Provo. Like we did last week for Bridges, lets take a look back at what Lohner has done in high school and college, and what we can expect him to bring to the Bears. There was a day where we had practice and my headband kept coming off and I was playing with it and it just pissed me off. 6-foot-8 transfer forward from BYU Led the Bears with 6.6 rebounds per game in five games at GLOBL JAM Averaged 7.0 points and 6.7 rebounds in two seasons with the Cougars Helped BYU to a 44-18 record during his two years. When describing what he wants to bring to the team, Lohner highlights gritty, winning plays, and a desire to be a great teammate. All rights reserved. Theres just certain things, different factors going on in my life that caused me to make that [decision], Lohner said. At the end of the day, this is your commitment nobody elses, Lohner said. Lohner returns to his home state of Texas after spending his first two college seasons in Provo. The concerning statistic is that he shot only 55% from the free throw line and 21% from three. Lohners energy is the primary X-Factor here. So excited & blessed to be joining the Baylor family! pic.twitter.com/GZ9QyI2xOB. PROVO, Utah - BYU basketball forward Caleb Lohner made it official; he's in the Transfer Portal. It was just a gradual process and I had to come to peace with the decision that I was making, and then ultimately Utah wasnt that choice, Lohner said. Matt Lohner played at BYU for Roger Reid in 1991-92 and 1994-96 and yes, Lohners parents are active members in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but Lohner said his father has been nothing but supportive throughout the process. I played three and a half years at my high school, the Flower Mound Jaguars. That's when Spencer Johnson, the American Fork product who forced a turnover and led the break, saw the . I enjoyed every second of it. Coach Popes doing a great job of getting guys and getting the team to buy in to what hes coaching. Caleb Lohner (@C_Lohner11) June 27, 2020 Lohner is the son of former BYU basketball player Matt Lohner. Theres all these things I did where I just started to enjoy the peace I found from it and how my mind just processed it. After deep introspection and extensive consultation with my coaches, family, and advisors, I have decided to leave BYU and have entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, Lohner wrote. Now they rank in the top 10 teams in the Western Conference. Q6) Last high school question before we jump into college hoops, it looked like Baylor was recruiting you in high school, but what ultimately went into your decision to stay in Utah and go to BYU? deductible, Report a missed paper by emailingsubscribe@sltrib.comor calling801-237-2900, For e-edition questions or comments, contact customer support801-237-2900or emailsubscribe@sltrib.com. All Rights Reserved. The bounce isnt the same as Kendall Browns, but it will be fun to have someone committed to catching bodies on the regular again. Q11) Who do you most model your basketball game after, and what do you want to bring to the team? You mentioned growing older and becoming more of a man, a young adult. Out: G Chibuzo Agbo, G Sardaar Calhoun (Drake), G/F Terrence Shannon Jr. But I think for me and my overall joy and journey, Baylor ended up being the perfect spot for me. 0:16; This slam dunk from Caleb Lohner was too nice. In line with my life view, I intend to find joy in the process.. Lohner has good court vision and is a solid decision maker and passer. WACO, Texas -- BYU forward Caleb Lohner is transferring to Baylor, a return to his home state after two seasons with the Cougars. Baylor's Caleb Lohner flushes down a powerful dunk. Utah County Metro Special Response Team members responded to a Trench Rescue Training Scenario in the area of Lehi Station 82, UDPS: Two-vehicle crash on I-80 leaves one dead, two others injured, Gov. pic.twitter.com/GZ9QyI2xOB. For the loyal ODBers please see below, the hair was immaculate. Sign up today for the KSL Sports newsletter. Lohner committed to the Utes in August 2019, and signed in November 2019, before having a change of heart and receiving a release from the school. The short-handed Bears staved off a late comeback, Big 12 Mens Basketball Week 16 Recap and Power Rankings, ODB Mailbag - Big 12 Basketball Stretch Run Edition: Questions Needed. During his first year at BYU, he was selected to the All-WCC Mens Basketball freshman team that also included Gonzagas Jalen Suggs on that five-man squad. MARCH 17, 2022 ASSOCIATED PRESS. I couldnt be more grateful, Ive had the best of times. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. LDS Church wants to light up a temple in a place that prides itself on dark skies, For husband-and-wife team, this new restaurant is the culmination of a decadeslong dream. Position: Forward 6-8, 230lb (203cm, 104kg) Hometown: Dallas, TX High School: Wasatch Academy Schools: Brigham Young (Men) and Baylor (Men) Q8) Out of all of your passions and hobbies off the court, what is the one you cant live without? SIC EM! Prior to playing at Wasatch Academy here in Utah, Lohner prepped at Flower Mound High School in Texas where he gained a cult following in basketball recruiting circles for his pure shooting form. Brigham Young forward Caleb Lohner (33) shoots as Brigham Young Cougars plays Northern Iowa Panthers in a NIT game at the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, March 19, 2022. (Preston Crawley) SIC EM! The Cougars were also poised to return to the NCAA Tournament before the pandemic canceled March Madness. Could Lohner become an instant fan favorite with his own signature look? To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Caleb I know you will read this, please give the people what they want and grow the lettuce back out. Because its easy to forget about everything when youre sitting in the ocean and its just kind of you. Lohner is averaging a team-high 6.3 rebounds, and 4.7 points, in 19 minutes per game for the Cougars as a true freshman. After his Friday night announcement, BYU fans were excited about the potential impact the talented freshman could have this season. I just want guys that want to be here. However, Lohner was quick to squash those rumors, saying it is false. One day after news surfaced about BYU 's Caleb Lohner, along with teammate Gideon George, entering the NCAA transfer portal, Lohner turned to social . After that camp I remember Coach Drew walking me up to his office that day and trying to get me to commit right then and there, I think I was 15 years old. 14 in the MaxPreps Xcellent Top 25, Played freshman and sophomore seasons at Flower Mound High School in Flower Mound, Texas from 2017-19, As a sophomore, posted 17.8 points, 8.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists and led the Jaguars to a record of 24-9 overall and 11-3 in 6A Region I District 5 play, Named to West Coast Conference All-Freshman Team, Led team in rebounds (193), rebounds per game (7.1) and offensive rebounds (49), Sixth freshman and first since Trent Plaisted (2005-06) to lead team in rebounding, 4th most rebounds per game by a freshman in program history, 11th most rebounds by a freshman in program history, Recorded five or more rebounds in 26 of 27 games including three games with double digit boards, Posted season highs of 19 points (Pacific), 10 rebounds (three times), 6 assists (Portland), 4 steals (Westminster) and one block (twice), Appeared in all 35 games including 31 starts, Averaged 23.2 minutes, 7.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game, Shot 42.2 percent from the field, 21.3 percent from 3-point range and 55.4 percent from the free throw line, Posted season bests of 20 points (Long Beach State), 14 rebounds (South Florida), 5 assists (Washington State) and two blocks (Northern Iowa), Scored in double figures in nine games including a career-high 20 against Long Beach State in the opening round of the NIT, Recorded first career double-double in win over Utah with 10 points and 12 rebounds. I worked on cars last year. We have discussed everything that Lohner does on the court, and I fully expect Baylor Nation to fall in love with this guy. You can learn more about Pete by visiting his personal website: PeteMundo.com. We tried to tiptoe around it, so the first cut I got I cut it just a little bit shorter. Itll come back soon. I think it will be a really cool and interesting experience just because of who I am. The 6-foot-8, 235-pound prospect shared a farewell message on social media describing his move into the portal. You got to take care of your school, take care of the media, take care of all these things; and then you have the on the court aspect. These professional hairdressers are highly recommended for anyone visiting Ho Chi Minh City who wants to go back home with a new Asian-inspired look. While now clean shaven and sporting bleached blonde hair, the beloved former reserve sported a highlighted mohawk/mullet hybrid hairstyle and heavy mustache his senior year. Q13) Any final thoughts or things you want Baylor Nation to know about you? Wasatch Academy High School 4-star recruit Caleb Lohner originally signed with Utah back in November. Ultimately, contractors are disposable people, like mercenaries in the past. BYU basketball advances in the WCC Tournament thanks to a career night from Richie Saunders. Caleb Lohner's Tweets. So I put all this curling cream in it, diffused it with a blow dryer, pushed it up as much as I could to make it look as short as possible. He wanted me to be happy and he wanted me to be successful. Lohner, who played for BYU for two seasons, has three years of eligibility remaining. He has a ton of joy that he brings to the court every day, a youthful enthusiasm thats really contagious and a toughness and physicality thats going to be special for us this year and years to come.. He was the #2 player coming out of Utah in the class of 2020. 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