The program continues to rise all because of the players and staff I am blessed to have. Excited to see what's ahead.#WIN

32-0!

Next up, point guard transfer Kneco Hill! A Philadelphia native, Kneco averaged 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists this past season at the JUCO level. An explosive guard with a proven ability to score and create. Welcome to navy and white, Kneco! #WIN

Great day to be a royal!

Proud of our guys for getting it done on the court and most importantly in the classroom! #WIN

Next we have 6-4 guard, Sean Capshaw. Sean was a 4A all-state member for the Bearden Bulldogs. He comes from one of the best high school programs in the country. Sean brings great size and is smooth on both ends of the court. We are excited to see how he impacts our program #WIN

What a EOG SLOB by OKC! Dialed it up 🔥

This WCF game is a war! EVERY single possession matters.

#COMMITTED @COACHSTEPH_ @CoachSharp24

Up next we have 6-7 graduate transfer Da’Shaun Stigler from Detriot, MI. Da’Shaun averaged 16p and 7r during his college career. He brings athleticism and scoring on the offensive end and an elite defensive mindset. We look forward to what he brings to our team! #WIN

Great day to be a Royal!

Congrats to @DaveSerrano11 and his program! Amazing things happening in Knoxville at JU!

Up next is grad transfer, Nekhi Fisher. Nekhi has been a 3 year starter in the AAC at Reinhardt University. He brings length on the perimeter, athleticism, and ability to knock down shots. We look forward to seeing him as a Royal this season. #WIN

All-American, 2x All-Conference, Newcomer of the Year, Conference champs, and 2 National tourneys, but this is the biggest accomplishment for @MasonLockhart8

Super excited to add @CoachRobertsJU to our staff. He is a very talented young coach that will bring great value to our staff. All players, recruits, and Royal faithful go give him a follow! #WIN

Great day to be a Royal! 🦁

Congrats to our 2026 signee Sean Capshaw for making the TSAA 4A all state team! #WIN

Congratulations to Dawgs @capshaw_sean and @justin1nordin for being selected All State in 4A by @writers_sports! Justin for the second straight season! #ADawgsLife 🏀 These young men in great company!

Had a great morning celebrating two more Bearden Hoopers signing on to play in college. @capshaw_sean and @carson_asbaty made it official with @JUBasketball and @CN_Hoops! #ADawgsLife 🏀

Luke Kennard hoopin! #Lakeshow

NAIA Spotlight 🌍🏀
Highlighting under-the-radar programs, next up: Johnson University/ Knoxville,TN NAIA program continuing to build momentum, featuring a growing athletic culture, strong player development, and a beautiful campus rooted in faith-based studies. Head Coach Logan Sharp leads the men’s basketball team and he is a young and rising coach who has guided the program to new heights, delivering a historic 20-win season in 2024–2025. He followed that up by leading Johnson to its first-ever AAC Championship in program history during the 2025–2026 season. @JohnsonU | @JohnsonUMBB
#NAIAHoops @CoachSharp24