Get to know junior guard Alex Barcello

Alex Barcello is a junior guard on the BYU men's basketball team. He played his freshman and sophomore seasons at Arizona before transferring to BYU during the summer of 2019. As of Jan. 15, 2020, he has started every game this season and is averaging 9.9 points, 2.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists.

Salt Lake Tribune feature by Norma Gonzalez
BYU’s Alex Barcello has made an immediate impact after transferring from Arizona. How did he end up in Provo?

Deseret News feature by Jeff Call
Alex Barcello provides ‘physical presence,’ experience, passing ability and quickness to BYU basketball program

KSL.com feature by Sean Walker
What does newly eligible transfer Alex Barcello bring to BYU basketball?

Q&A with Barcello

Favorite movie: Dumb and Dumber
Favorite sports movie: Coach Carter
Favorite movie genre: Comedy
Favorite Marvel/DC superhero: Thor

Favorite class at BYU: Psychology performance
Favorite professor: Rob Ramos (trainer)
Best building to study in: JSB
Cougar tail, mint brownie or Creamery ice cream: Creamery Ice Cream
Hiked the Y? No
How did you pick your number? 23 wasn’t available, so No. 4 was the next best option!

How many siblings? Three sisters
Are you the oldest, youngest, or middle child? Second oldest
Are you the first to attend BYU in your family? Yes
Do you have a family pet (type/name)? German Shepherd/Border Collie mix named Jax

Biggest fear: Heights and skydiving
If you weren’t playing basketball what sport would you play? Tennis or football
Hidden talent: Ping pong
Why BYU? Genuine people, atmosphere, not as hot (as Arizona). Great teammates and coaches and a great fit for me.
Must haves for a road trip: Basketball and headphones