Cincinnati Bearcats commit and 2024 4-star power forward Tyler Betsey broke down his commitment during a recent article from Bearcat Journal.
Following an official visit to Cincinnati last month, Betsey included the Bearcats in his finalists along with the Alabama Crimson Tide and UConn Huskies.
Several notable schools were hoping to land Betsey before he committed to Cincinnati today including the Duke Blue Devils, Indiana Hoosiers and others.
Wes Miller’s coaching staff continues to put together the 2024 class following commitments from Betsey and Cincinnati native 4-star center Tyler McKinley!
2024 4-star Tyler Betsey committed to #Cincinnati over Alabama, Connecticut, Duke, Indiana and others!https://t.co/A46BS4hZnQ pic.twitter.com/e9tlrTtOzT
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) October 6, 2023
Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats land commitment from 2024 4-star forward Tyler Betsey
Heading into his senior season at St. Thomas More High School, Betsey is the highest rated prospect from Connecticut in the 2024 class via 247 Sports.
The recent commitment is a huge moment for the program as Betsey and McKinley create a dynamic duo heading into the first ever Big 12 campaign.
With a chance to secure an NCAA Tournament berth for the first time since 2019, Cincinnati is looking to find major success in Miller’s third year at the helm!
247 Sports Director of Scouting Adam Finkelstein described Betsey as “a naturally talented prospect who has made notable strides in recent years.”
Connecticut product and 2024 4-star power forward @TylerBetsey1 has committed to the #Bearcats! 👏https://t.co/A46BS4hZnQ pic.twitter.com/4dO60SYaME
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) October 6, 2023
Cincinnati Basketball: 2024 4-star Tyler Betsey breaks down commitment to the Bearcats
Betsey discussed his decision to attend Cincinnati and reflected on his recruiting process in a recent statement at Windsor High School per 247 Sports.
Make sure to stay tuned for recruiting updates and schedule announcements as the program gears up for the initial Big 12 season to get started soon!
"“I just felt the love right away. When I got on campus, it felt right. I knew that was the spot. Everybody seemed connected. Just how they run their program. They had a good practice, everything was just ran well. They told me to go in and be me and to not defer to anybody, and to be the man right away and make an impact in the Big 12 with a new program.”"