Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats continue to construct impressive 2024 recruiting class
By Charles Post
After a recent commitment from 4-star Tyler Betsey, Wes Miller continues to construct a dynamic 2024 recruiting class for the Cincinnati Bearcats!
Betsey is the highest ranked prospect to commit to the Bearcats since Miller was hired in 2021 and the third best commit in modern school history.
Cincinnati has put together an intriguing 2024 class following notable commitments from Betsey along with hometown product 4-star Tyler McKinley.
The recent commitment is a huge moment for the program as Betsey and McKinley create a dynamic duo heading into the inaugural Big 12 campaign.
Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats continue to construct impressive 2024 recruiting class
Following an official visit to Cincinnati last month, Betsey included the Bearcats in his finalists along with the Alabama Crimson Tide and UConn Huskies.
Heading into his senior season at St. Thomas More High School, Betsey is the highest rated prospect from Connecticut in the 2024 class per 247 Sports.
Several notable schools were hoping to land Betsey before he committed to Cincinnati today including the Duke Blue Devils, Indiana Hoosiers and more.
With a chance to secure an NCAA Tournament berth for the first time since 2019, the Bearcats are trying to find success in Miller’s third year at the helm!
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Betsey discussed his decision to join the Bearcats and reflected on his recruiting process in a recent statement at Windsor High School via 247 Sports.
Cincinnati is set to host the defending tournament conference champion Texas Longhorns in the first ever Big 12 game at Fifth Third Arena on January 9.
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!
247 Sports Director of Scouting Adam Finkelstein described Betsey as “a naturally talented prospect who has made notable strides in recent years.”