PROVO — Recruits tend to react well to big wins, which may explain Gideon George’s decision to commit to BYU.
George is a 6-foot-6 native Nigerian, who plays for New Mexico Junior College. He is averaging 14.3 points per game for the Thunderbirds this season, along with eight rebounds a game, while shooting 50.6 percent from the field and 35.5 percent from 3-point range.
I am so incredibly excited to announce that 2020 6'6 F Gideon George of NMJC has committed to BYU after his official visit last weekend. I won't stop smiling for days. This young man's story is incredible and the next chapter is about to begin! From Nigeria to Utah! pic.twitter.com/G7h9xuDY3s
— JUCOadvocate - Brandon Goble (@JUCOadvocate) February 25, 2020
George holds offers from both Weber State and from Kent State, according to 24/7 Sports, and has been pursued by the Cougar coaching staff starting this past summer.
BYU coaches hope George, who is originally from Minna, Nigeria, can fill some of the void left that will be left by the graduation of swingmen such as Jake Toolson and Zac Seljaas.