What's an offer? Fix UHSAA transfers? Volleyball scoring in basketball?

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What's an offer? Fix UHSAA transfers? Volleyball scoring in basketball?

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Utah HS Basketball

Jan 14, 2026

In this “randomized” second episode of the week, we dive into the murky waters of college basketball recruitment, propose a radical fix for the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) transfer rules, and wrap up with a wild thought experiment: What if basketball was scored like volleyball?

Key Topics & Timestamps

[00:00] Intro: Why inspiration strikes when you have a mic, a camera, and a loyal audience.
[01:23] What Actually Is an “Offer”?: Breaking down what it means when a player posts “received an offer” on social media.
- The difference between “interest” and a “committable offer.”
- Why marketing (like Bryant University’s 126 offers) can be misleading.
- Advice for parents: Vet the financial implications and look for “teeth” in the offer.
[08:28] Fixing the UHSAA Transfer Rule: A critique of the current, “broken” half-year sit-out rule and a proposal for a cleaner system.
- The high cost of public hearings (approx. $2,000 per hearing).
- The Proposal: One “free” transfer after freshman or sophomore year with no questions asked.
- Strict penalties (full-year sit-out) for subsequent transfers or senior-year jumps without a verified family move.
[15:41] The Volleyball Scoring Experiment: A deep dive into a “what if” scenario for high school hoops.
- How “Set” play (Best of 5) would change coaching strategy and bench depth.
- The psychological reset: Why winning a period 16-15 after losing the first 30-6 would create a brand new game.
[19:39] Closing Remarks: A reminder to stay respectful to refs and student-athletes.

Key Quotes

“Don’t play the offer game. Don’t stack offers. If a coach wants you and you like the school, take it and run with it.”
“We should stop idolizing sports in this way. If you’re in band, dance, or theater, you’re free to move. It’s just sports where we have these special, crazy rules.”