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Former Arizona guard Alex Barcello announces he’s transferring to BYU

Rick Scuteri, AP

SALT LAKE CITY — BYU is getting help along the guard line from Pac-12 country.

Point guard Alex Barcello, who played for Arizona the past two seasons, announced via social media Thursday he will play for Mark Pope’s Cougars. Barcello announced in late June he was transferring from Arizona after two seasons with the Wildcats.

“I’m thankful and excited for this opportunity to be apart of such a great University and basketball program! Can’t wait to get to work! #GoCougars,” Barcello tweeted.

I’m thankful and excited for this opportunity to be a apart of such a great University and basketball program!