Manhattan Men's Basketball has officially recruited junior guard Ben Tweedy from Colgate University for the 2026-27 season. Coach John Gallagher praises Tweedy for his competitive edge and ability to enhance team performance beyond scoring. The 6-4 Australian guard played a pivotal role in Colgate's 2025-26 season, contributing to their Patriot League Semifinal run and leading the league’s offense.

By the Numbers
  • Tweedy scored a season high of 28 points in a Patriot League Quarterfinals game against Loyola Maryland.
  • Averaged 9.4 points per game, with six games leading his team in scoring.
  • Recorded 85 assists, ranking 13th in the Patriot League.
  • Converted 42 of 109 three-point attempts, finishing eighth in the league for 3-point percentage.
State of Play
  • Tweedy joins Manhattan after a successful stint at Colgate, where he had significant contributions in scoring and assists.
  • Previously played at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay in the Horizon League, starting nine games during his freshman year.
What's Next

As he transitions to Manhattan, Tweedy will aim to bolster the team’s competitiveness while pursuing a degree in business marketing. His experience and skills are expected to contribute to the team's success in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Tweedy's recruitment not only brings a skilled player with a winning mentality to Manhattan but signals the team’s commitment to enhancing its performance in future competitions.