The Shorthorn · Nov 1, 2017
Mavericks score players with grit, talent
Junior guard Davion Turner and teammates take a water break during boot camp Sept. 27 in the Physical Education Building. Turner is a transfer guard from Hill College.New players, new skill sets and new chances.
The men’s basketball team has acquired eight newcomers for the 2017-18 season.
Four freshmen and four transfer students make up the new faces UTA will see this season.
Head coach Scott Cross said he expects his new players to work as hard as they possibly can and play with grit to compete.
“We just want them to embody the character traits that we look for,” he said. “You know, being tough, being competitive, being selfless and being a good teammate.”
Junior guard Davion Turner