Arizona adds transfer forward RJ Godfrey after eligibility ruling

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Arizona adds transfer forward RJ Godfrey after eligibility ruling
Summary

Arizona Wildcats have secured a commitment from forward RJ Godfrey following a recent court ruling that allows him a fifth year of eligibility. Godfrey, who spent three of his four college seasons at Clemson with a junior year at Georgia, averaged 12 points and over five rebounds per game last season shooting more than 61% from the field. His addition comes as the Wildcats look to replenish their frontcourt after a strong season that ended with a Final Four appearance. Godfrey's previous experience includes serving as a reserve before earning a starting role in his upperclassman years.

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  • RJ Godfrey committed to Arizona after a Colorado court ruling.
  • He averaged 12 points and 5 rebounds last season at Clemson.
  • Godfrey provides frontcourt depth following key player losses.
  • Arizona reached the Final Four last season.
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  • 6:02 PMYahoo SportsArizona lands veteran transfer forward after eligibility ruling
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The Wildcats received an important commitment from a former Clemson forward.

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