Marshall Magazine Autumn 2022

M arshall basketball coach Dan D’Antoni unwittingly snagged his best recruit in the offseason without so much as picking up the phone or leaving his office. When senior guard Taevion Kinsey decided to return for his senior season, D’Antoni had his prize puzzle piece for the 2022-23 season. “I hope people appreciate his loyalty to Marshall,” said D’Antoni of his leading scorer. “He comes out every day to get better. He’s an unselfish player and an unselfish person. He’s been a pleasure to coach.” The 6-foot-5-inch guard could have tested the NBA draft waters the last two years — or he could have even hit the transfer portal. Ultimately, he said there were things to improve upon in his repertoire so he’s bringing his 19 points per game to the Henderson Center to run it back one more time. “I think I’m just more loyal to who’s more loyal to me,” said Kinsey. “Coach Dan, Marshall, my teammates and the community have been very loyal tome. It was a no brainer.” There is also a bad taste in his mouth that needs to be expunged for him and the team. Marshall finished 12-21 and 4-14 in its final year in Conference USA. “It was a hurtful season,” agreed junior guard Andrew Taylor. “I don’t think many people around here have been through a losing season and experienced that. It’s

With the return of star guard Taevion Kinsey and a bevy of new talent, Herd hoops hope to shine in the Sun Belt Conference.

By Keith Morehouse

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