Alabama guard Jahvon Quinerly returns to action for first time since tearing ACL

After suffering a torn ACL during March Madness, Alabama point guard Jahvon Quinerly returned to action for the first time in a little over seven months.

It was somewhat of a surprise to see Alabama point guard Jahvon Quinerly on the floor of Tuesday night’s game against South Alabama. The expectation was that he would return by conference play in a few weeks. The New Jersey native suffered a torn ACL in the Tide’s first-round matchup in the NCAA Tournament against Notre Dame.

It has been just over seven months since Quinerly’s injury. However, it doesn’t appear to be slowing him down. “It means the world man… it’s a really good feeling. These guys, they’re my family. Good feeling,” he said following the win against South Alabama.

Quinerly played four minutes on Tuesday night and was able to grab one rebound. He also mentioned after the game that this year’s team has the potential to be something special. “Our length this year is very much like our Sweet 16 team. Long guys all over the court. I think this group is willing to learn a little bit better than last year’s group. Guys just willing to take the constructive criticism from a coach or teammate,” he added.

If that is any indication of what the Tide can achieve this season, this could be a very special one to say the least. Nate Oats’ squad has already presented challenges on the defensive end of the floor this season and has showcased the potential to put up a lot of points.

The addition of Quinerly should bode well for the Tide as they enter a tough non-conference stretch starting soon.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Alabama basketball news.

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