Top Junior CJ Rosser Recaps UNC Visit, Previews Louisville and Kentucky

Rosser, the No. 2 ranked junior in the class of 2027, is generating strong interest from top college programs.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 11:55am

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CJ Rosser, a 6-foot-10, 195-pound forward playing for Southeastern Prep in Orlando, is one of the top junior basketball recruits in the country. Rosser has already taken a visit to the University of North Carolina and has upcoming visits planned with Louisville and Kentucky, as he continues to evaluate his college options.

Why it matters

Rosser's recruitment is closely watched as he is considered one of the top prospects in the 2027 class. His decision on where to play college basketball could have a significant impact on the programs he chooses, as he has the potential to be an impact player at the next level.

The details

During his visit to UNC, Rosser met with the coaching staff and discussed how he could fit into their system, being compared to current Tar Heels player Caleb Wilson. Rosser said he plans to take the recruiting process more seriously around March, evaluating coaching philosophies, game plans, and his off-court connection with each program.

  • Rosser visited UNC on November 22, 2026 for their game against ECU.
  • Rosser plans to take visits to Kentucky and Louisville in the coming months.

The players

CJ Rosser

A 6-foot-10, 195-pound junior forward playing for Southeastern Prep in Orlando, Rosser is the No. 2 ranked player in the class of 2027 and is generating strong interest from top college programs.

Caleb Wilson

A current player for the University of North Carolina, the UNC coaching staff told Rosser to follow Wilson's style of play to better understand the role they envision for Rosser.

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What they’re saying

“UNC was a good visit. I met the coaches, watched the team play ECU, and discussed the type of player I could become and what position I'd play. They told me to follow Caleb Wilson this season to better understand his style of play and how he moves because they think I could have a similar role.”

— CJ Rosser (247Sports)

“Almost everybody that offered me is recruiting me actively. I stay in touch with these programs regularly. The process is going well; I'm taking it one day at a time.”

— CJ Rosser (247Sports)

What’s next

Rosser plans to take the recruiting process more seriously around March, evaluating coaching philosophies, game plans, and his off-the-court connection with each program.

The takeaway

Rosser's recruitment is closely watched as he is considered one of the top prospects in the 2027 class. His upcoming visits to Kentucky and Louisville, in addition to his previous visit to UNC, will be crucial as he continues to evaluate his college options and find the best fit for his playing style and future development.