Gannon's newly-appointed head men's basketball coach, Easton Bazzoli, has announced the recruitment of Layne Sarver to the 2024-25 roster. Sarver, a 6'6" guard from New Madison, Ohio, previously played two seasons at Union (Tenn.) University, where Bazzoli served as an assistant coach for six seasons before joining Gannon. Sarver's addition reflects Bazzoli's confidence in his character and skills, especially his significant improvement and strong work ethic from his freshman to sophomore year.

By the Numbers
  • Sarver appeared in 22 games last year, with 21 starts, averaging 7.7 points and 3.4 rebounds per game
  • Shot 45.1% from the floor, with 42 3-pointers in 92 attempts (.457) and made five 3-pointers in two games
  • In his freshman year, Sarver played in 29 games with two starts, averaging 3.2 points and 1.8 rebounds per game
State of Play
  • Sarver's recruitment adds depth and talent to the Gannon men's basketball roster
  • Coach Bazzoli's familiarity with Sarver from their time at Union (Tenn.) University indicates a strong existing relationship
What's Next

Sarver's recruitment positions Gannon to benefit from his experience, skills, and strong work ethic, potentially contributing significantly to the team's performance in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

The addition of Layne Sarver to the Gannon men's basketball roster underlines Coach Bazzoli's emphasis on character, skill, and performance, setting high expectations for the team's success in the upcoming season.