Sam Hicks leaving Boise State

Former Liberty Christian High star Sam Hicks, who redshirted his first year but played this season, is departing from Boise State. He'll hopefully end up closer to home.

Sam Hicks receives an award

Boise State has handed out individual player awards, with one of particular note for northern California hoops fans:

Bronco Basketball Hands Out Postseason Team Awards
Boise State Sports Information
4/19/2010
       
Boise, Idaho - Several Broncos were awarded for their hard work both on and off the court as the men's basketball team presented individual accolades for the 2009-10 season, April 18...

...Freshman Sam Hicks and junior transfer Daequon Montreal split the honor for the Most Improved Player...Not to be overshadowed was Hicks, who improved dramatically during his freshman year as he redshirted...

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The former Liberty Christian (Redding) star, Hicks is listed at 6-foot-9 and 259 pounds on the official roster -- definitely larger weight-wise -- and will have a world of opportunity with a pair of senior bigs departing.