Top Transfer Big Man Visits Virginia Tech

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A transfer big man who started over 30 games at the mid-major level the past two seasons has visited Virginia Tech as part of his recruitment, according to a source. The player, who has not been named publicly, is drawing interest from over 30 schools across the ACC, Big East, and Mountain West conferences.

Why it matters

Landing a proven transfer big man could be a major boost for Virginia Tech's frontcourt depth and help them compete in the ACC. Transfers have become an increasingly important part of roster-building in college basketball, especially for power conference programs looking to quickly upgrade their rosters.

The details

The transfer big man in question started over 30 games at the mid-major level this past season. He is now exploring options to play at a higher-profile program for his remaining eligibility. Along with Virginia Tech, schools like Clemson, Notre Dame, and New Mexico have also expressed interest in the player.

• The transfer player visited Virginia Tech's campus in early April 2026.

What’s next

The transfer player is expected to take additional visits to other schools before making a decision on where to continue his college basketball career.