After finally getting on the floor, Pope shining for Triton Cagers (by Ken Grosse)

Post date: Jan 27, 2021 12:42:04 AM

Even by today’s crazy standards, the last two years have been an unpredictable whirlwind for UC San Diego redshirt freshman basketball standout Bryce Pope.

In 2019, the 6-3, 185-lb. Pope and his twin brother, Michael, led Torrey Pines High School to a 25-7 record and on Feb. 23 the CIF Open Division championship in UCSD’s RIMAC Arena. In addition to the section title, his senior trophy haul included a second consecutive Avocado West League crown, Avocado West MVP and CIF Player of the Year. Following graduation in June, Pope, sporting a scholarship from Head Coach Eric Olen, was ticketed to continue his hoops and academic careers at UC San Diego. (more)