Seton Hall reshapes roster after NIT championship victory
- Seton Hall's men's basketball team, after winning the NIT, is restructured due to player departures including Kadary Richmond and Dre Davis.
- Coach Shaheen Holloway has recruited players like Chaunce Jenkins and Prince Aligbe to strengthen the team.
- The Pirates face a challenging season ahead, aiming for better outcomes after a previous season where they couldn't qualify for the NCAA Tournament.
In the United States, Seton Hall University’s men's basketball team, after a successful season culminating in winning the NIT, is undergoing significant changes for the upcoming season. Coach Shaheen Holloway, now in his third year, faces the challenge of rebuilding the roster after losing key players to transfers and graduation. Notable departures include top scorers Kadary Richmond and Dre Davis, along with guard Al-Amir Daws, who completed his eligibility. This shake-up prompts the inclusion of new faces, such as Chaunce Jenkins, who comes from Old Dominion and aims to leverage his previous experience to contribute to the team’s success. Jenkins averaged 14.7 points and 6.2 rebounds last season, demonstrating his potential. Meanwhile, the coaching staff is focusing on the return of Addae-Wusu, who averaged 8.6 points, as a central player from the previous season. Additionally, Prince Aligbe joins from Boston College, hoping to bolster the team's forward options. With a strong emphasis on defense, Coach Holloway insists that new recruits must adapt quickly to the team's defensive expectations. To launch the season, Seton Hall will face familiar rivals such as UConn and Rutgers, testing the new lineup's readiness. Having been picked to finish tenth in the conference, expectations remain modest, yet the team aims for a turnaround. The Pirates’ previous season saw them miss the NCAA Tournament, igniting a determination to improve their competitive standing.