Miami RedHawks add 6-9 forward from Ball State

The transfer will join the team for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:07pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the action of a college basketball game, with the players and court broken down into overlapping geometric shapes in the colors of the Miami RedHawks and Ball State.The RedHawks' addition of a 6-9 transfer forward adds new dimensions to their frontcourt rotation.Today in Miami

The Miami RedHawks have added a 6-foot-9 forward from Ball State to their roster through the NCAA transfer portal. The new player will join the team for the 2026-27 season as the RedHawks look to build on their historic run to the NCAA Tournament last year.

Why it matters

Transfers are a key part of college basketball roster management, allowing teams to quickly add experienced talent. This addition gives the RedHawks more size and depth in the frontcourt as they aim to repeat their tournament success.

The details

Details about the specific player, including their name and stats from Ball State, were not immediately available. The RedHawks coaching staff is excited about the transfer's potential to contribute to the team's success next season.

  • The transfer will join the Miami RedHawks for the 2026-27 season.

The players

Miami RedHawks

The men's basketball team at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

Ball State

The public research university located in Muncie, Indiana, known for its men's basketball program.

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What’s next

The RedHawks will continue to evaluate their roster and may look to add more transfers or high school recruits before the start of next season.

The takeaway

Roster turnover through the transfer portal is now a common part of college basketball, and the RedHawks are taking advantage of this system to bolster their team as they look to build on last year's tournament appearance.