Comments on: Valdes says goodbye

By: Julia Valdes

Julia Valdes — Sat, 09 Apr 2016 17:22:55 +0000

re: Aaron’s opportunities…. While everyone is entitled to his/her opinion, I’ve learned one thing through sports…..Haters gonna hate, doubters gonna doubt and winners are gonna win….. Mahalo for the motivation Mr. Portnoy, Curan and Wheeler.

By: blunite

blunite — Sat, 09 Apr 2016 04:41:49 +0000

Change. He feels that he needs a change in his life and the “going Pro” excuse is as good as any other. Considering next year’s prospects without Jankovic, Bobbitt, and Quincy, who would blame him. Besides, with all his closest buddies leaving there is probably an emptiness/sadness in his heart that is difficult to bear if he stays.

By: cappie the dog

cappie the dog — Sat, 09 Apr 2016 01:53:51 +0000

Jeff Portnoy and Jackson Wheeler didn’t exactly have the most complimentary things to say about Aaron Valdez’ s chances as a professional basketball player on “Hoops Talk”.

It bordered on mockery.

I do like their bluntness, though.

It’s a reality check.

I always think our players are better than they actually are.

By: Derek

Derek — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 06:32:28 +0000

Maybe too many people to thank and he forgot some people. Yet, interesting. He thanked Gary Dickman, but did not mention BC, Portnoy, or Artie. Maybe oversight.

By: pochoboy

pochoboy — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 04:25:54 +0000

No mention of Gib Arnold. Yikes!

By: tongo

tongo — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 02:52:39 +0000

Well said and very thoughtful. Kudos to his parents for bring up such a considerate person. All the very best Aaron. You were super fun to watch – and we will be cheering you on.

By: cappie the dog

cappie the dog — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:56:49 +0000

It’s the same thing with Stefan Jankovic.

I would not be offended if Aaron Valdez transferred to another DI school, as long as it’s not a Big West opponent.

Like Jankovic, if Valdez chose to stay, at least he would have the same coach for two consecutive years.

I hope things work out for him, basketball-wise, that is.

He has his degree. He always has that to fall back on.

By: Derek

Derek — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:31:27 +0000

Main thing he gets his degree. Good luck to Mr. Valdes. I will miss his exceptional athleticism. As Coach Ganot says, next man up. Another scholarship opens up, another opportunity for a new Rainbow Warrior. Hope the”Rock” stays.

By: greenthumb

greenthumb — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 22:49:44 +0000

Aaron Valdes, what a classy and eloquent letter. Thank you.

I’m sad we won’t be seeing you on the Hawaii hardwood next season, but hope that we will be able to watch you play at the next level. Best wishes! Hope your life’s path brings you back, if not permanently, then from time to time.

By: Hoosier

Hoosier — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 21:55:16 +0000

Hate to see him go but time for bigger and better things. Good luck, get that degree and enjoy much success in the future. For rest of team, like coach says, it will be next man up. Look forward to all the new faces this fall. I know I will still be there cheering them on.