University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Quinn Denker Joins Bears
4/22/2024 8:30:00 AM | Men's Basketball
GREELEY, Colo. – Quinn Denker, a transfer from Idaho joined Northern Colorado's 2024 recruiting class, head coach Steve Smiley announced.
Denker, a 6'3" guard from San Jose, California, became the second Division I transfer and the fourth member of the class.
"We are excited to add a proven, talented player such as Quinn Denker to our roster for 24-25," Smiley said. "Quinn was an elite player in our league last year, finishing Top-15 in points and also seventh in assists per game."
In his single season with the Vandals, Denker started all 32 games while leading his team with 12.5 and 3.7 assists per game. He averaged 3.4 rebounds per game while shooting 84.4% from the foul line.
Denker posted his 2023-24 season high against the Bears in Greeley, Feb. 22, totaling 23 points on 8 of 16 from the field, while adding seven rebounds and four assists.
"We believe he is a perfect complement to our returning backcourt and brings a ton of talent and experience to next year's team," Smiley said.
He amassed 15 or more points in 10 games last season, finishing the season 14th overall in scoring in the Big Sky Conference and seventh in minutes played. Denker joined the Bears as a current junior, with one year of eligibility remaining.
"Most importantly, Quinn is an absolute winner who is hyper-focused on winning a championship," Smiley said. "What he brings to any team is his leadership capabilities, his vocal presence on the court and his ability to connect with his teammates is impressive."
Before playing his junior season in Moscow, Idaho, Denker attended Cal State San Marcos, averaging 14.5 ppg and garnered All-California Collegiate Athletic Association recognition, helping lead his team to an NCAA Division II national tournament appearance.
Denker began his college career at West Valley College, garnering California Community College Athletic Association All-State honors and led his team to an undefeated league record and league championship.
We can't wait to start working with Quinn this summer," Smiley said.
Denker, a 6'3" guard from San Jose, California, became the second Division I transfer and the fourth member of the class.
"We are excited to add a proven, talented player such as Quinn Denker to our roster for 24-25," Smiley said. "Quinn was an elite player in our league last year, finishing Top-15 in points and also seventh in assists per game."
In his single season with the Vandals, Denker started all 32 games while leading his team with 12.5 and 3.7 assists per game. He averaged 3.4 rebounds per game while shooting 84.4% from the foul line.
Denker posted his 2023-24 season high against the Bears in Greeley, Feb. 22, totaling 23 points on 8 of 16 from the field, while adding seven rebounds and four assists.
"We believe he is a perfect complement to our returning backcourt and brings a ton of talent and experience to next year's team," Smiley said.
He amassed 15 or more points in 10 games last season, finishing the season 14th overall in scoring in the Big Sky Conference and seventh in minutes played. Denker joined the Bears as a current junior, with one year of eligibility remaining.
"Most importantly, Quinn is an absolute winner who is hyper-focused on winning a championship," Smiley said. "What he brings to any team is his leadership capabilities, his vocal presence on the court and his ability to connect with his teammates is impressive."
Before playing his junior season in Moscow, Idaho, Denker attended Cal State San Marcos, averaging 14.5 ppg and garnered All-California Collegiate Athletic Association recognition, helping lead his team to an NCAA Division II national tournament appearance.
Denker began his college career at West Valley College, garnering California Community College Athletic Association All-State honors and led his team to an undefeated league record and league championship.
We can't wait to start working with Quinn this summer," Smiley said.
Head Coach Smiley, Jaron Rillie, Zach Bloch, and Isaiah Hawthorne Post Game Press Conference v Idaho
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Head Coach Steve Smiley, Jaron Rillie, and Quinn Denker Post Game Press Conference vs E Washington
Friday, February 21
Head Coach Steve Smiley, Quinn Denker, and Jaron Rillie Post Game Press Conference vs Montana State
Sunday, February 09
Langston Reynolds and Quinn Denker Post Game Press Conference vs NAU
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