Fulton's Gavin Doty Commits to Play for Syracuse

The 6-foot-4 guard will reunite with coach Gerry McNamara after two seasons at Siena.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:54pm

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Gavin Doty, a 6-foot-4 guard from Fulton, New York, has committed to play basketball for Syracuse University next season. Doty, who was a first-team All-MAAC selection at Siena during his sophomore year, will reunite with coach Gerry McNamara, who previously recruited him to Siena.

Why it matters

Doty's transfer to Syracuse is significant as he will join the Orange program under the guidance of McNamara, who has a strong reputation for developing talented guards. Doty's ability to rebound and shoot from the perimeter make him a valuable addition to the Syracuse roster as they look to improve upon their recent seasons.

The details

Doty, who averaged 18 points, 6.9 rebounds, and shot 32.6% from 3-point range last season at Siena, will look to build on his impressive sophomore campaign with the Orange. His agent, Drew Gross, is a Syracuse graduate and former head student manager for the basketball team under Jim Boeheim, which helped facilitate the transfer.

  • Doty announced his intentions to transfer from Siena and join Syracuse on Instagram shortly after the college basketball portal opened on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • Doty will begin playing for Syracuse in the 2026-27 season.

The players

Gavin Doty

A 6-foot-4 guard from Fulton, New York, who was a first-team All-MAAC selection at Siena during his sophomore season, averaging 18 points and 6.9 rebounds per game.

Gerry McNamara

The head basketball coach at Syracuse University, who previously recruited Doty to play for him at Siena.

Drew Gross

Doty's agent, who is a Syracuse graduate and former head student manager for the basketball team under Jim Boeheim.

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What they’re saying

“I can speak of the kid, his character, his work ethic. I think anybody that watches him, I've said before, he's one of the most unique players I've ever been around. Probably the most unique player I've ever coached. I've got a great deal of respect for him, just who he is as a person, his faith, his family. There's not a day wasted in his life. He wakes up every morning and does exactly what he's supposed to do, from class to the way he treats people to getting his bodywork in terms of keeping his body right, getting treatment.”

— Gerry McNamara, Syracuse Head Basketball Coach

What’s next

Doty will begin practicing with the Syracuse team in the fall and is expected to be a key contributor for the Orange during the 2026-27 season.

The takeaway

Doty's transfer to Syracuse reunites him with coach Gerry McNamara, who has a track record of developing talented guards. Doty's well-rounded game and strong work ethic make him an exciting addition to the Orange roster as they look to build on their recent seasons.