Western Carolina's men's basketball team has added three new players for the 2024-25 season, including two transfers and one incoming freshman, under the leadership of head coach Tim Craft. Redshirt sophomore guard Cord Stansberry from Pepperdine, 6-10 classmate forward Chase McKey from Marshall, and incoming freshman Fischer Brown from Wasatch Academy have signed with the Catamounts. These additions, along with earlier signee CJ Hyland, bolster the roster for the upcoming season alongside four returning players. Stansberry, a standout at Shadow Hills High, joins from Pepperdine, where he played 32 games in the 2023-24 season. McKey, who prepped at John's Creek High and The Skill Factory, transfers from Marshall, and Brown, known for his sharpshooting skills, comes from Wasatch Academy in Utah. These acquisitions enhance the team's prospects for the upcoming season.

By the Numbers
  • Stansberry played 32 games at Pepperdine in the 2023-24 season.
  • Brown averaged 12 points per game and shot 43% from beyond the 3-point arc at Wasatch Academy.
State of Play
  • Three new players, including two transfers and one incoming freshman, have joined the Catamounts for the 2024-25 season.
  • The team has a mix of new talent and returning players, setting the stage for a competitive upcoming season.
Bottom Line

The addition of new talent, including two transfers and a promising freshman, brings depth and skill to Western Carolina's men's basketball roster, setting the stage for an exciting 2024-25 season.