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MBB: Michael Loyd Jr. Leaving BYU

by Kyle Chilton, BYU Athletic Communications

Guard Michael Loyd, Jr., is leaving BYU and will complete his basketball eligibility at another institution.


PROVO, Utah (April 29, 2010) – BYU head basketball coach Dave Rose announced Thursday that sophomore guard Michael Loyd, Jr., is leaving the program and will complete his basketball eligibility at another institution.

“Michael and I have met several times and we have mutually decided he will continue his education and basketball career in another program,” Rose said. “He has been a significant part of our success the last three seasons and we are grateful for his many contributions. As a staff we wish him the best and will do all we can to help Michael find a great situation.”

Loyd played his freshman season at BYU in 2007-08 and averaged 2.0 points and 1.2 assists. He helped the Cougars claim the MWC regular season title, advance to the NCAA Tournament and finish 27-8 overall and 14-2 in league play.

After redshirting in 2008-09, Loyd helped the Cougars to a 30-6 record and another NCAA Tournament bid. He had his best game as a Cougar in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, posting a career-high 26 points in BYU’s 99-92 double-overtime win over Florida. He averaged 5.1 points and 1.2 assists while shooting .528 from the field and .422 from downtown.

Other articles about Loyd's departure:

Loyd Jr. transferring from BYU: Jason Franchuk - Provo Daily Herald

Guard Michael Loyd Leaving Cougars' Program: Jim Rayburn - Deseret News

Why Leave?  Loyd Jr. Decided He and BYU Just Didn't Match:  Jay Drew - The Salt Lake Tribune