Fletcher finds perfect fit with Toledo

Before University of Toledo senior Tre’Shaun Fletcher became a bona fide Mid-American Conference player of the year candidate, he took a huge gamble on himself — a leap of faith that he was capable of more on the basketball court.

Fletcher completed three years at the University of Colorado, where he was productive in limited playing time, but felt he could thrive in an expanded role given the opportunity. He took a calculated risk coming to Toledo, where he would have to sit out a full year before having just one season of eligibility.

“It’s given me a chance to just play and play the game I love,” Fletcher said. “It’s allowed me to play the game I’m good at without looking over my shoulder.

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