Wake Forest men's basketball has signed Kevair Kennedy, who made history as the first player in MAAC's 45-year history to be named both Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year in the same season. Kennedy's impressive freshman campaign saw him lead his team with solid statistics, while also achieving multiple accolades, including being named to the All-MAAC first-team and the NABC All-North Atlantic District first-team. Head coach Steve Forbes praised his skills, emphasizing his dual threat as a scorer and defender.

By the Numbers
  • Kennedy averaged 20.7 points per game in conference play, ranking sixth nationally among freshmen.
  • He scored double digits in 33 out of 34 games, including 16 games with over 20 points.
State of Play
  • Wake Forest is bolstering its roster with Kennedy's talent as they prepare for the upcoming season.
  • Kennedy’s unique combination of skills and competitive spirit adds depth to the team.
What's Next

With Kennedy's addition, Wake Forest aims to enhance its competitiveness in the ACC, potentially leading to a successful season ahead. His performance will be closely watched to see if he can maintain or exceed his stellar freshman statistics as a key player for the team.

Bottom Line

Kennedy's historic achievements and proven performance as a dual-threat player position Wake Forest for a stronger season. Building on this momentum could lead the program to new heights in college basketball.