Gardner-Webb University Athletics

Physically imposing post player with a high ceiling … One of the most athletic men for his size to suit up for Gardner-Webb in recent memory … Has the physical tools to make a major impact on the backboards and in the paint on both ends … Will push for heavy minutes in the post this season.

2018-2019 at Gardner-Webb: Redshirted.

High School: Starred at Dorman (S.C.) High under Coach Thomas Ryan … Heavily-recruited big man noted for his motor, athleticism and above-the-rim play … Led Cavaliers to consecutive state championships ... Earned All-State honors from the S.C. High School Sports Report following senior season ... Rated as one of the top-five senior recruits in the Palmetto State by the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association … Rated as the state's 10th-best prospect in the Class of 2018 by Phenom Hoops … Helped Cavs to a 25-4 mark in 2018 and its second Class 5A state title in a row ... Averaged 8.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game as part of a deep post rotation ... Led team to a 23-5 record and a Class 5A State Championship in 2017 as a junior … Averaged 6.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game as part of a balanced lineup … Chose Gardner-Webb over Mercer, Appalachian State, William & Mary, Georgia Southern, South Alabama, IUPUI, Lipscomb, Tennessee Tech, Presbyterian and USC Upstate.