Both were expected to be key players next season for an MU team many thought would be among the best in the nation. Theyre very open, theyre going to do their homework on stuff and see what works for them and what fits for them. A look at how the Hauser brothers fit with Wisconsin, Virginia, Michigan State, Former SPASH coach says Hauser transfers are about finding 'a better fit', Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. But MU also welcomes more athleticism with guards Greg Elliott, who redshirted his sophomore season with a thumb injury, and Koby McEwen, who sat out last season as a transfer from Utah State and will have two seasons of eligibility. That counted asa redshirt season. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Herbert Hoover and the Great Depression. Joey was good for 9.8 points per contest and shot 45 percent from the field. Its all about Joey's NBA future. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. "But obviously losing two guys who played prominent roles, there may be people out there that can help usbe even better. Just as quickly as the tides were rising on next year's potential, they came crashing down just as swiftly with the sudden and shocking news that brothers Sam and Joey Hauser will transfer from the program. Brian Foley is a Maryland native, but has quickly established roots in Milwaukee after graduating from Marquette University in May 2017 with a bachelor's degree in digital media. Both will have to sit out a year when they transfer. Sources close to the UW program said Saturday night that Sam Hauser has decided he's headed to Virginia and Joey has selected Michigan State. A team spokesperson confirmed the departure. Johnson, a 7-footer, joins 6-foot-9 John and 6-7 Morrow at center for the Golden Eagles. ESPN even had MU at No. Markus Howard will return after averaging 25 points per game last season, but the Hauser brothers represented the team's second- and third-leading scorers as well as the top two rebounders.. Sam . Michigan State basketball lands transfer Joey Hauser from Marquette