Three Georgia Players Key to March Madness Run

Kanon Catchings, Jeremiah Wilkinson, and Somto Cyril will decide the Bulldogs' tournament fate

Mar. 17, 2026 at 1:52pm

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The Georgia Bulldogs are headed back to the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, looking to advance further than last year's first-round exit. Three key players - forward Kanon Catchings, guard Jeremiah Wilkinson, and center Somto Cyril - will be crucial to the team's success in March Madness.

Why it matters

Georgia is seeking to build on last year's tournament appearance and prove they can be a force in the Big Dance. The Bulldogs have the talent to make a deep run, but their performance will hinge on the contributions of Catchings, Wilkinson, and Cyril.

The details

Catchings has shown the ability to catch fire and carry the Bulldogs' offense, as evidenced by his 31-point outburst against Alabama and 23-point game versus Mississippi State to close the regular season. Wilkinson is the team's leading scorer at 17 points per game and excels at creating his own shot, providing a crucial spark off the bench. Cyril anchors the defense with his rim protection and rebounding, areas Georgia has struggled with at times this season.

  • The Bulldogs face Saint Louis in the first round on Thursday, March 20, 2026 at 9:45 PM.
  • Last year, Georgia was eliminated in the first round of the NCAA Tournament by Gonzaga.

The players

Kanon Catchings

A forward for the Georgia Bulldogs who has shown the ability to be a dominant scorer, including 31 points against Alabama and 23 against Mississippi State to close the regular season.

Jeremiah Wilkinson

The leading scorer for Georgia, averaging 17 points per game this season. Wilkinson is the team's best playmaker and excels at creating his own shot.

Somto Cyril

Georgia's starting center and one of the best rim protectors in college basketball. Cyril's defensive efforts and rebounding will be crucial for the Bulldogs in the tournament.

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