RONALD POLITE NEWS

Enters portal Monday Polite has entered his name in the Transfer Portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Polite has been a regular starter for George Mason over the last two seasons, starting in 55 of 60 possible games, and he'll look to leave his mark elsewhere as a senior transfer. His numbers experienced a slight dip compared to last season, and he averaged 7.6 points, 2.7 assists and 2.1 rebounds per game in 2023-24.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday Polite (ankle) will be inactive during Saturday's game against Duquesne, Patrick Stevens of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Polite will miss his second-consecutive game with an ankle injury as George Mason hosts Duquesne. The 6-foot-2 senior, who has started in 27 games this season will likely be replaced by Baraka Okojie again Saturday. Polite's next chance to return will come against Rhode Island on Wednesday.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Polite scores 18 in George Mason's 86-68 win against NJIT

Led by Ronald Polite's 18 points, the George Mason Patriots defeated the NJIT Highlanders 86-68 on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enters transfer portal Polite has entered the transfer portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Polite will look to move on from George Mason after spending the last three seasons with the program. The 6-foot-2 junior appeared in 30 games this season (28 starts), averaging 11.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, four assists and one steal on 31.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides balanced stat line in win Polite closed Wednesday's 64-58 OT victory over Fordham with 12 points (2-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 44 minutes.

Impact On the bright side, Polite led George Mason in assists, while also co-leading in rebounds. However, the junior guard struggled mightily from the field, shooting just 15.4 percent. The Maryland native was still able to score double-digits due to his work at the free throw line, but the Patriots can't afford for him to shoot so poorly. Polite's next chance at redemption will be tomorrow afternoon at Richmond.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

George Mason faces Fordham following Polite's 22-point game

George Mason takes on the Fordham Rams after Ronald Polite scored 22 points in George Mason's 74-69 victory against the Dayton Flyers

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inefficient scoring Sunday Polite contributed 12 points (3-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-8 FT), two rebounds, two assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 79-76 loss to Saint Joseph's.

Impact Polite sat out when the Patriots were at VCU on Wednesday but logged only one absence because of his previous injury. However, he failed to shoot efficiently in any capacity during a game they should have won on paper. Polite will try redeeming himself during February.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Part of starting lineup Polite (lower leg) is part of the starting lineup George Mason will use when hosting St. Joseph's on Sunday.

Impact Polite and Victor Bailey will be George Mason's starting backcourt again Sunday afternoon.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at VCU Polite did not play during George Mason's 72-52 loss Wednesday at VCU because of a lower-leg injury.

Impact Polite logged his first absence of 2023. Currently, George Mason is scheduled to host St. Joseph's on Sunday. If unavailable then, Polite will have to try returning next month.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Polite's 22 lead George Mason past Richmond 62-58

Led by Ronald Polite's 22 points, the George Mason Patriots defeated the Richmond Spiders 62-58 on Saturday

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns after two-game absence Polite (undisclosed) recorded 16 points (6-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 31 minutes during Saturday's 72-65 victory over Queens...

Impact Polite had missed the previous two games for an undisclosed issue. While he did not get the start, Polite still played a season-high 31 minutes and led George Mason in scoring. He should get back in the starting five for the next game against Hofstra on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Polite scores 16 as George Mason downs Queens 72-65

Ronald Polite scored 16 points off of the bench to help lead the George Mason Patriots over the Queens Royals 72-65 on Saturday

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

DNP again Monday Polite (undisclosed) did not play during the Patriots' 82-74 loss Monday against Buffalo.

Impact Polite will try to return when the Patriots host Queens University on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No action Saturday Polite (undisclosed) did not take the court in Saturday's 66-62 loss to Belmont.

Impact Polite had started the last three games for George Mason, but the nod went to Devin Dinkins in Saturday's tilt. No explanation was provided for Polite's absence, so he should be considered questionable for Monday's matchup against Buffalo.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Monday Polite (leg) was ruled out for Monday's game against Richmond.

Impact Polite will miss his second consecutive game Monday due to a left leg injury. The sophomore guard missed the first ten games of the season but played significant minutes in every game up until suffering the left leg injury. He will have an opportunity to return Wednesday in the second game of a back-to-back series against Richmond.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Saturday Polite (leg) will not play Saturday, Patrick Stevens of The Athletic reports.

Impact Polite will miss his tenth game of the season Saturday with an injury to his left leg. The sophomore guard has appeared in just nine games this season, averaging 3.7 points and 1.1 assists in 14.8 minutes. His next chance to return is Monday against Richmond.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 15 minutes in season debut Polite (undisclosed) totaled four points (2-2 FG), one rebound and one assist across 15 minutes during Saturday's 80-67 win over Georgia.

Impact Polite was making his season debut on Saturday after dealing with an undisclosed issue. The 6-2 guard will hope to see his role expand as he gets more comfortable in the offense.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Polite (undisclosed) didn't play in Friday's 67-64 loss to James Madison.

Impact Polite has missed the first five games of the season for an unspecified reason. His next chance to suit up will be Monday against Washington.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses fourth straight Polite (undisclosed) did not take the court in Wednesday's 71-66 victory over Maryland.

Impact Polite has now missed four consecutive games to begin the season, but the Patriots have still managed without the reserve guard's services, as they are off to a 4-0 start with a key non-conference win on the resume.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Polite (undisclosed) will miss out again Friday versus Penn, Ryan Kish of GMUHoops.com reports.

Impact Polite sat out the opener as well and it appears he's not ready yet to rejoin the action. It's unclear at this time when he will be back in action, but it didn't seem as though he was practicing Thursday, so he may not be in a great spot to return Sunday either.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

DNP in opener Polite did not take the court in Tuesday's season-opening victory over Stony Brook.

Impact Polite only averaged 12.8 mpg over 19 appearances last season, but he did see his role as a ball handler grow down the stretch. George Mason did undergo a coaching change this season, so it's unclear if he's not in the plans, or if an injury is in play. Considering the Patriots used 12 players in the opener and Polite wasn't one, the latter may be the case. His next chance to take the court will be Friday against Pennsylvania, though unverified social media chatter suggests a longer absence may be on tap.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE