UCI Badrtalei Emerging as Acker Replacement TBA or TBD?

[Gundo]

Here is his UCI bio pretty impressive compared to his peers. 

ucirvinesports.com/staff-directory/ryan-badrtalei/98

"Ryan Badrtalei is in his 19th season on the UC Irvine men's basketball staff. He spent 10 seasons as an assistant under head coach Russell Turner before being elevated to associate head coach in May 2020.

He has been an integral part of the program that has won 265 games over the last 13 seasons, averaging over 20 wins a year. He helped the Anteaters reach the postseason seven times including two NCAA appearances (2015, 2019) and an NCAA first-round win in 2019. Since being at Irvine, Ryan has helped develop over 44 All-Big West Conference performers including the Conference Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year (7 times), Best Sixth Man (2 times), and Freshman of the Year (3 times).

In 2019-20, Badrtalei helped the Anteaters win their second-straight Big West regular season title outright. In 2020, he was named one of the 50 Impactful Assistant Coaches in Division 1 by Silver Waves Media. He was also named as the top assistant coach in the Big West by Stadium Sports."

"... Badrtalei graduated from UCLA in 2003 with a degree in psychobiology and a minor in education. While at UCLA, he was involved with both the men's and women's basketball programs. Badrtalei was an academic counselor, and peer mentor and was also on the Executive Board of the UCLA Student Alumni Association. He was involved with various non-profit organizations focusing on underprivileged youths in the Los Angeles area. As a pre-med at UCLA, Badrtalei garnered experience working with professors on various research ventures in psychology and neuroscience. In 2017, Ryan earned his Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University (Irvine)..."

[Gundo]

Apr 22, 2024 16:07:50 GMT -8 Gundo said:

Here is his UCI bio. 

ucirvinesports.com/staff-directory/ryan-badrtalei/98

"Ryan Badrtalei is in his 19th season on the UC Irvine men's basketball staff. He spent 10 seasons as an assistant under head coach Russell Turner before being elevated to associate head coach in May 2020.

He has been an integral part of the program that has won 265 games over the last 13 seasons, averaging over 20 wins a year. He helped the Anteaters reach the postseason seven times including two NCAA appearances (2015, 2019) and an NCAA first-round win in 2019. Since being at Irvine, Ryan has helped develop over 44 All-Big West Conference performers including the Conference Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year (7 times), Best Sixth Man (2 times), and Freshman of the Year (3 times).

In 2019-20, Badrtalei helped the Anteaters win their second-straight Big West regular season title outright. In 2020, he was named one of the 50 Impactful Assistant Coaches in Division 1 by Silver Waves Media. He was also named as the top assistant coach in the Big West by Stadium Sports."

"... Badrtalei graduated from UCLA in 2003 with a degree in psychobiology and a minor in education. While at UCLA, he was involved with both the men's and women's basketball programs. Badrtalei was an academic counselor, peer mentor and was also on the Executive Board of the UCLA Student Alumni Association. He was involved with various non-profit organizations focusing on underprivileged youths in the Los Angeles area. As a pre-med at UCLA, Badrtalei garnered experience working with professors on various research ventures in psychology and neuroscience. In 2017, Ryan earned his Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University (Irvine)..."

2023 75 Rising Stars: Impactful Men's Mid-Major Assistants

MWC coaches, listed in no particular order, all represent a high level of coaching prowess. Bartalei's inclusion on this esteemed list signifies his standing alongside very experienced assistant coaches.

www.silverwavesmedia.com/75-rising-assistants-mens-mid-major

Chris Acker - San Diego State
David Velasquez - San Diego State
Craig Neal - Nevada
Kory Barnett - Nevada
Ali Farokhmanesh - Colorado State
Andy Hill - Utah State
Barret Peery - UNLV
Mike Burns - Boise State

[jdaztec]

One thing I think we all noticed with UConn besides their obvious size and talent was their sophisticated Defense AND Offense. It would be great to bring in an AC who could bring an Offense that would be almost as efficient as our D

[Gundo]

Apr 22, 2024 16:30:34 GMT -8 jdaztec said:

One thing I think we all noticed with UConn besides their obvious size and talent was their sophisticated Defense AND Offense. It would be great to bring in an AC who could bring an Offense that would be almost as efficient as our D

Certainly, I believe we should explore potential offensive adjustments, provided we have the right personnel in place to fully leverage the chosen scheme.  How that would work is beyond my pay grade.

[survalli]

nothing against this Coach, and it would be the same with Hutson, a Coach with this amount of accolades and experience, they are looking for the next rung up the ladder, and in short order. we need someone who stick around and possibly still be around when Coach V takes over from Dutcher. JMO.

[Gundo]

In 2007, Kobe Bryant, having relocated to Newport Beach, sought out a workout facility he called the UC Irvine Athletic Department. Interestingly, the individual who shared the closest bond with Bryant at UC Irvine, dedicating numerous hours and early mornings to assist in his training, was none other than men's basketball associate head coach, Ryan Badrtalei. Over nearly a decade, Badrtalei played an integral role in Bryant's training regimen at UCI, collaborating with him across various facilities including Crawford Court, the Bren Events Center, the ARC, swimming pools, and the athletic training room. Here is his story and video.

ucirvinesports.com/news/2020/8/24/general-kobeday-remembering-kobe-bryant

www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EyWGLEtam4

[hoobs]

I never knew this Kobe story. Quite an interesting testament to Coach Badrtalei.

[hoobs]

Apr 22, 2024 16:07:50 GMT -8 Gundo said:

Here is his UCI bio pretty impressive compared to his peers. 

ucirvinesports.com/staff-directory/ryan-badrtalei/98

"Ryan Badrtalei is in his 19th season on the UC Irvine men's basketball staff. He spent 10 seasons as an assistant under head coach Russell Turner before being elevated to associate head coach in May 2020.

He has been an integral part of the program that has won 265 games over the last 13 seasons, averaging over 20 wins a year. He helped the Anteaters reach the postseason seven times including two NCAA appearances (2015, 2019) and an NCAA first-round win in 2019. Since being at Irvine, Ryan has helped develop over 44 All-Big West Conference performers including the Conference Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year (7 times), Best Sixth Man (2 times), and Freshman of the Year (3 times).

In 2019-20, Badrtalei helped the Anteaters win their second-straight Big West regular season title outright. In 2020, he was named one of the 50 Impactful Assistant Coaches in Division 1 by Silver Waves Media. He was also named as the top assistant coach in the Big West by Stadium Sports."

"... Badrtalei graduated from UCLA in 2003 with a degree in psychobiology and a minor in education. While at UCLA, he was involved with both the men's and women's basketball programs. Badrtalei was an academic counselor, and peer mentor and was also on the Executive Board of the UCLA Student Alumni Association. He was involved with various non-profit organizations focusing on underprivileged youths in the Los Angeles area. As a pre-med at UCLA, Badrtalei garnered experience working with professors on various research ventures in psychology and neuroscience. In 2017, Ryan earned his Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University (Irvine)..."

You might want to fix the spelling of Coach Badrtalei's name in the thread title...

[standiego]

Bottom line how would you rate UCI's offense and player development ?

[Gundo]

Apr 23, 2024 12:36:21 GMT -8 standiego said:

Bottom line how would you rate UCI's offense and player development?

While I haven't been able to focus extensively on player development (and need more data), it's worth noting their impressive record. They stand at 289-178 overall, boasting a 62% win-loss ratio, and within the Big West, they hold a remarkable 162-68 record, achieving a 70% success rate. Additionally, they've earned two NCAA Tournament appearances (2015, 2019) and received three invitations to the NIT and two to CIT, showcasing their consistent performance and success.

They placed guys into the NBA, but not lately. 

[aztecbb]

Except for the stain of UCLA on his resume , this guy is impressive.

[Den60]

Apr 23, 2024 16:16:03 GMT -8 aztecbb said:

Except for the stain of UCLA on his resume , this guy is impressive.

Well, UCLA, under Wooden, did cheat (pay) to get players to go to UCLA. But now, cheating is legal.

[sdsu2000]

Has to be getting close. He’s following a lot of people on X around the program. Like the Mesa Foundation, Schaeffer, etc.

[standiego]

so why has he not gotten more attention to the other openings that have come open in the West and are there any players that might follow him to SDSU

So now that there is a need for a 5 and a PG - any way SDSU could get an Assistant that could bring a player or two

[standiego]

might need an assistant that could bring a PG and or 5 with them ?

[mc08066]

I hope this individual can recruit a five which is always our need. We will usually get a defensive five lacking offensively. Now if we had an assistant that was like an Ewing (credibility)this would magically resolve the matter. My hope is Badrtalei will be successful and can bring something that can be leveraged. Sorry he looks pretty short so I don’t think he will be a big asset with the fives. One thing about Acker was he had size to him and I I believe instant credibility. This is also one item I liked about Mark Pope teams is that he could recruit the 5. BYU always seemed to have big guys. I hope this is not a lost opportunity and he has success with us.

[standiego]

Believe that UCI has a highly rated PG in the Portal Derin Saran (sp ) 6'4" - who is originally from Turkey - went to NC high school then on to UCI

or maybe SDSU could hire Joe Rahon as a coach from St Mary's if he had a good relationship with Mahaney ?

Not sure what assistant coach has a true 5 as a possible transfer

or does Hutson have any contacts or Tim Shelton or even DJ Gay ?

[Gundo]

Apr 22, 2024 16:07:50 GMT -8 Gundo said:

Here is his UCI bio pretty impressive compared to his peers. 

ucirvinesports.com/staff-directory/ryan-badrtalei/98

"Ryan Badrtalei is in his 19th season on the UC Irvine men's basketball staff. He spent 10 seasons as an assistant under head coach Russell Turner before being elevated to associate head coach in May 2020.

He has been an integral part of the program that has won 265 games over the last 13 seasons, averaging over 20 wins a year. He helped the Anteaters reach the postseason seven times including two NCAA appearances (2015, 2019) and an NCAA first-round win in 2019. Since being at Irvine, Ryan has helped develop over 44 All-Big West Conference performers including the Conference Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year (7 times), Best Sixth Man (2 times), and Freshman of the Year (3 times).

In 2019-20, Badrtalei helped the Anteaters win their second-straight Big West regular season title outright. In 2020, he was named one of the 50 Impactful Assistant Coaches in Division 1 by Silver Waves Media. He was also named as the top assistant coach in the Big West by Stadium Sports."

"... Badrtalei graduated from UCLA in 2003 with a degree in psychobiology and a minor in education. While at UCLA, he was involved with both the men's and women's basketball programs. Badrtalei was an academic counselor, and peer mentor and was also on the Executive Board of the UCLA Student Alumni Association. He was involved with various non-profit organizations focusing on underprivileged youths in the Los Angeles area. As a pre-med at UCLA, Badrtalei garnered experience working with professors on various research ventures in psychology and neuroscience. In 2017, Ryan earned his Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University (Irvine)..."

Ryan Badrtalei confirmed today, spend a few minutes to check out the YT video his relationship with KOBE BRYANT. 

[laaztec]

If Dutch wants him he’s got to be a good one.

[survalli]

May 7, 2024 17:50:42 GMT -8 Gundo said:

Apr 22, 2024 16:07:50 GMT -8 Gundo said:

Here is his UCI bio pretty impressive compared to his peers. 

ucirvinesports.com/staff-directory/ryan-badrtalei/98

"Ryan Badrtalei is in his 19th season on the UC Irvine men's basketball staff. He spent 10 seasons as an assistant under head coach Russell Turner before being elevated to associate head coach in May 2020.

He has been an integral part of the program that has won 265 games over the last 13 seasons, averaging over 20 wins a year. He helped the Anteaters reach the postseason seven times including two NCAA appearances (2015, 2019) and an NCAA first-round win in 2019. Since being at Irvine, Ryan has helped develop over 44 All-Big West Conference performers including the Conference Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year (7 times), Best Sixth Man (2 times), and Freshman of the Year (3 times).

In 2019-20, Badrtalei helped the Anteaters win their second-straight Big West regular season title outright. In 2020, he was named one of the 50 Impactful Assistant Coaches in Division 1 by Silver Waves Media. He was also named as the top assistant coach in the Big West by Stadium Sports."

"... Badrtalei graduated from UCLA in 2003 with a degree in psychobiology and a minor in education. While at UCLA, he was involved with both the men's and women's basketball programs. Badrtalei was an academic counselor, and peer mentor and was also on the Executive Board of the UCLA Student Alumni Association. He was involved with various non-profit organizations focusing on underprivileged youths in the Los Angeles area. As a pre-med at UCLA, Badrtalei garnered experience working with professors on various research ventures in psychology and neuroscience. In 2017, Ryan earned his Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University (Irvine)..."

Ryan Badrtalei confirmed today, spend a few minutes to check out the YT video his relationship with KOBE BRYANT. 

I don't worship at the feet of Kobe. this is like saying Dave deserves credit for having Lebron or KL in the gym. i hope there is more to him than that video. i hope he can recruit.