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Alabama basketball parent responds to redshirt talks surrounding son
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- Alabama basketball parent responds to redshirt talks surrounding son
Redshirt talks have been happening for a handful of Alabama basketball players, and Keitenn Bristow was the latest to enter the conversation.
Crimson Tide coach Nate Oats said Tuesday, Feb. 10 that the sophomore forward was considering a medical redshirt after having missed seven games due to injury since his last outing against Texas.
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Oats shared that the decision would be left up to trainer Clarke Holter and "Bristow's camp."
"I'm not sure where it stands at this point," Oats said.
A member of Bristow's camp, Katrina Bristow — Keitenn's mother — spoke out in the hours after Oats' statement.
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In a post to X , Katrina wrote, "Only thing that will keep Keitenn from playing is an injury such as a tear and it healing properly."
Bristow has dealt with the ramifications of an ankle sprain throughout the 2025-26 season, his first at Alabama after transferring from Tarleton State. He has also experienced leg injuries.
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"Pt, money, teammates, coaches, family will never stop him from stepping on the floor and playing the game that he works his ass off for. #RollTide," she continued.
In 10 games, Bristow has averaged 3.6 points and four rebounds per game for the Crimson Tide. A timetable for his return is unknown.
Emilee Smarr covers Alabama basketball and Crimson Tide athletics for The Tuscaloosa News. She can be reached via email at esmarr@usatodayco.com.
This article originally appeared on The Tuscaloosa News: Mom of Alabama basketball forward responds to redshirt talk
