Jack Nunge transferring

[Blair Sanderson]

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IOWA CITY, Iowa – Redshirt sophomore Jack Nunge has notified head coach Fran McCaffery of his intentions to transfer from the University of Iowa and the men’s basketball program.

“After long consideration, I have made the difficult decision to transfer following this semester,” said Nunge. “This has been an incredibly emotional and difficult year for me and my family. I want to transfer to a school closer to home so I can be near my mother and siblings. I have nothing but fond memories of the University of Iowa, my teammates, coaches and fans these past four years. I sincerely appreciate Hawkeye Nation’s overwhelming support during my time in Iowa City. I wish my teammates the best of luck in the future and appreciate everything the University of Iowa has done for me.”

Nearly 12 months after sustaining the first of two season-ending knee injuries, Nunge’s father (Dr. Mark Nunge) passed away unexpectedly at the age of 53 on Nov. 28, 2020. Nunge sustained a torn ACL on his right knee on Nov. 24, 2019, versus Cal Poly. He suffered a torn meniscus of the same knee in Iowa’s road game at Michigan on Feb. 25, 2021.

“Jack and I had a heartfelt meeting today,” said McCaffery. “No person should ever have to go through what Jack has endured the last 16 months and my heart aches for him. Jack expressed his desire to continue his education and complete his eligibility at a school closer to his family. My staff and I fully support his decision and will help every way possible with his transition. Jack is beloved and respected by everyone in our program and has been a valuable teammate the past four years.”

Nunge was the team’s leading scorer (7.1) and rebounder (5.3) off the bench in 22 games played in 2020-21. He started 19-of-60 games as a Hawkeye, averaging 6.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.7 blocks, and 0.5 steals.

 

[Moral]

Damn, sad to see him go. Best of luck, Jack.

 

[stillh8unlv]

Damn - any idea where he's transferring to?

 

[iowahawkeyes2020]

Dude has had a tough year. Lost his dad and his season was cut short due to injury. Wish him the best.

 

[Case I H]

No Garza or Nunge. Post play not looking the best.

 

[Fran-Con-2]

Damn, sad to see him go. Best of luck, Jack.

Had a feeling deep down this would happen. Iowa City to Indiana isn't a short drive. For someone who went through what he went through, I totally understand his position.

I just hope "fans" don't this into a huge sh*tfest on the program

 

[Louis3Hawk]

Bummer but I get it. Wish this dude the best, he's going to be a successful man in whatever he ends up doing in his life. Thanks for being a great advocate of the University of Iowa Jack!

 

[kcgolfer]

Good luck to the young man. Sorry to see him go but completely understand why.

 

[Franisdaman]

Damn, sad to see him go. Best of luck, Jack.

Sad indeed.

And as far as the team goes, we definitely need to hit the transfer portal now.

Yikes.

 

[Hawk_4shur]

I hope this is a good move for him. He deserves it after what he has had to live though. I'll be rooting for him wherever he lands.

Kinda sux for the Hawks tho. 😌

 

[Whiskeydeltadeltatango]

Best of luck moving forward JN.

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Evil Monkey once upon a time- "Iowa just can't have nice things"

Today:

 

[24 so far]

SOB! I totally get it, but damn that's bad news for the hoops team. So Indiana, Purdue, Butler?

Good luck Jack Nunge. Thanks for coming to Iowa in the first place. You will be missed.

 

[HawkIDrummer]

This young man has been through enough for an entire team. Wishing him the best and hope his live moves forward in a positive way

 

[jdv77]

I appreciate everything Jack Nunge gave to the team. I regret that he will not be in an Iowa uniform next year, because I think that he would have proven many naysayers wrong by this time next year.

 

[Case I H]

I would imagine he transfers home. Indiana?

 

[HawkRugged17]

Wishing Jack the best ... and

 

[jdv77]

I would imagine he transfers home. Indiana?

I hope not. That is about the only thing that would make it hard to cheer for him. I am guessing Butler.

 

[Franisdaman]

Everybody ok with this roster?

2021-2022 Roster (11 on scholarship; 2 scholarships available):


Freshmen: 1 player

6'7" F Payton Sandfort (***)


Sophomores: 6 players

6'11" C Josh Ogundele (***)

6'4" G Tony Perkins (***)

6'2" G Ahron Ulis (***)

6'8" F Keegan Murray (Not Rated)

6'8" F Kris Murray (Not Rated)

6'9" SF Patrick McCaffery (****); on May 29, 2020, Patrick received approval for a medical hardship after playing in just 2 games in the 2019-2020 season, giving him 4 years of college eligibility (through 2024).


Juniors: 2 players

6'4" SG CJ Fredrick (***); in early Nov, 2018, was decided CJ would redshirt the 2018-2019 season

5'10" PG Joe Toussaint (***).


Seniors: 2 players

6'6" SG Joe Wieskamp (****)

6'5" G/F Connor McCaffery (****; announced on Apr 28, 2017 that he will play baseball in the Spring of 2018 and redshirt in basketball in the fall of 2017; ended up, however, playing in 4 games in Dec 2017 as a true freshman, mostly because of the Christian Williams departure. However, after missing two games due to a sprained ankle, eight contests due to mononucleosis, and 19 games after undergoing a tonsillectomy in December, 2017, he was granted a hardship waiver on March 26, 2018, where he will have 4 years of basketball eligibility remaining; on April 11, 2018, Connor was put on scholarship.

 

[Hawk_4shur]

Everybody ok with this roster?

2021-2022 Roster (11 on scholarship; 2 scholarships available):


Freshmen: 1 player

6'7" F Payton Sandfort (***)


Sophomores: 6 players

6'11" C Josh Ogundele (***)

6'4" G Tony Perkins (***)

6'2" G Ahron Ulis (***)

6'8" F Keegan Murray (Not Rated)

6'8" F Kris Murray (Not Rated)

6'9" SF Patrick McCaffery (****); on May 29, 2020, Patrick received approval for a medical hardship after playing in just 2 games in the 2019-2020 season, giving him 4 years of college eligibility (through 2024).


Juniors: 2 players

6'4" SG CJ Fredrick (***); in early Nov, 2018, was decided CJ would redshirt the 2018-2019 season

5'10" PG Joe Toussaint (***).


Seniors: 2 players

6'6" SG Joe Wieskamp (****)

6'5" G/F Connor McCaffery (****; announced on Apr 28, 2017 that he will play baseball in the Spring of 2018 and redshirt in basketball in the fall of 2017; ended up, however, playing in 4 games in Dec 2017 as a true freshman, mostly because of the Christian Williams departure. However, after missing two games due to a sprained ankle, eight contests due to mononucleosis, and 19 games after undergoing a tonsillectomy in December, 2017, he was granted a hardship waiver on March 26, 2018, where he will have 4 years of basketball eligibility remaining; on April 11, 2018, Connor was put on scholarship.

No.

 

[jdv77]

While I think that it is unlikely that McCaffery would have recruited over Jack Nunge, with him transferring I think that Fran will absolutely go after a big man transfer.

 

[Moral]

Everybody ok with this roster?

2021-2022 Roster (11 on scholarship; 2 scholarships available):


Freshmen: 1 player

6'7" F Payton Sandfort (***)


Sophomores: 6 players

6'11" C Josh Ogundele (***)

6'4" G Tony Perkins (***)

6'2" G Ahron Ulis (***)

6'8" F Keegan Murray (Not Rated)

6'8" F Kris Murray (Not Rated)

6'9" SF Patrick McCaffery (****); on May 29, 2020, Patrick received approval for a medical hardship after playing in just 2 games in the 2019-2020 season, giving him 4 years of college eligibility (through 2024).


Juniors: 2 players

6'4" SG CJ Fredrick (***); in early Nov, 2018, was decided CJ would redshirt the 2018-2019 season

5'10" PG Joe Toussaint (***).


Seniors: 2 players

6'6" SG Joe Wieskamp (****)

6'5" G/F Connor McCaffery (****; announced on Apr 28, 2017 that he will play baseball in the Spring of 2018 and redshirt in basketball in the fall of 2017; ended up, however, playing in 4 games in Dec 2017 as a true freshman, mostly because of the Christian Williams departure. However, after missing two games due to a sprained ankle, eight contests due to mononucleosis, and 19 games after undergoing a tonsillectomy in December, 2017, he was granted a hardship waiver on March 26, 2018, where he will have 4 years of basketball eligibility remaining; on April 11, 2018, Connor was put on scholarship.

If Iowa doesn't grab a center from the portal now there will be a lot of small ball being played as Josh is catching a breather on the bench or in foul trouble.

 

[ROCKY MOUNTAIN HAWK]

I would think he’ll transfer to Evansville.

Isn’t that his hometown anyway?

 

[QChawks]

Makes sense. That guy has been throw a lot of crap in four years.

wishing him nothing but the best!

 

[Chishawk1425]

Nothing but the best for you, Jack

 

[unoHawkeye]

Best of luck to Jack. I still think he’s got a shot at the NBA if he can make a full recovery. He will certainly have earned it if he does

From an Iowa perspective, this gives Fran a ton of flexibility in the immediate future, and a great sales pitch for all the good transfers in the portal

 

[vgshwk]

good luck Jack. The Hawks need a transfer now if not two. To bad Mulvey can’t come in a year early.

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

If Iowa doesn't grab a center from the portal now there will be a lot of small ball being played as Josh is catching a breather on the bench or in foul trouble.

Myles Johnson time?

 

[IllQChawk]

Remember he came to Iowa with Garza, probably will leave with a degree, hope he gets to play a full season without interruption. Good luck Jack in your future endeavors..

 

[denmar81]

Josh Ogundele better work his butt off this offseason.

 

[MepoDawg#]

Good luck Jack. Can’t blame him and nothing but positive things to say. I’d guess Evansville or Indians St. if staying in Indiana.

 

[NI hawk]

Josh Ogundele better work his butt off this offseason.

He needs more than one offseason.

 

[Harbinger273]

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IOWA CITY, Iowa – Redshirt sophomore Jack Nunge has notified head coach Fran McCaffery of his intentions to transfer from the University of Iowa and the men’s basketball program.

“After long consideration, I have made the difficult decision to transfer following this semester,” said Nunge. “This has been an incredibly emotional and difficult year for me and my family. I want to transfer to a school closer to home so I can be near my mother and siblings. I have nothing but fond memories of the University of Iowa, my teammates, coaches and fans these past four years. I sincerely appreciate Hawkeye Nation’s overwhelming support during my time in Iowa City. I wish my teammates the best of luck in the future and appreciate everything the University of Iowa has done for me.”

Nearly 12 months after sustaining the first of two season-ending knee injuries, Nunge’s father (Dr. Mark Nunge) passed away unexpectedly at the age of 53 on Nov. 28, 2020. Nunge sustained a torn ACL on his right knee on Nov. 24, 2019, versus Cal Poly. He suffered a torn meniscus of the same knee in Iowa’s road game at Michigan on Feb. 25, 2021.

“Jack and I had a heartfelt meeting today,” said McCaffery. “No person should ever have to go through what Jack has endured the last 16 months and my heart aches for him. Jack expressed his desire to continue his education and complete his eligibility at a school closer to his family. My staff and I fully support his decision and will help every way possible with his transition. Jack is beloved and respected by everyone in our program and has been a valuable teammate the past four years.”

Nunge was the team’s leading scorer (7.1) and rebounder (5.3) off the bench in 22 games played in 2020-21. He started 19-of-60 games as a Hawkeye, averaging 6.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.7 blocks, and 0.5 steals.

Oh, great...

 

[IowaHawkeyeFBnBB4Life]

Lots of options in Indiana for him to transfer to, a lot of D1 basketball.

Fran absolutely has to go to the portal now, if he doesn’t then I don’t know man.

 

[denmar81]

He needs more than one offseason.

Probably, but depending on what Fran does with a replacement for Jack, Josh may be forced to play more minutes than he’s ready for.

 

[blhawk]

Totally understandable, this is the best time possible to replace him if fran gets to work on transfers. Good luck JN

 

[HawkInArk]

Dude has had a tough year. Lost his dad and his season was cut short due to injury.

You dooon't say...

 

[Fan In Black]

great kid and wish him all the best (and thank him).

I dont get the hand ringing ( WOB) over post players. Get more guards/wings I say. Get all you can.

 

[ObeseMuffins]

Does he have his accounting degree? He could look to transfer to a good masters accounting program.

 

[HotelAlphaWilcoKilo]

Connor at the 5 it is.