Gonzaga seeks new talent after multiple player departures this offseason

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Gonzaga seeks new talent after multiple player departures this offseason
Summary

Gonzaga prepares for the upcoming season following a significant roster turnover, losing 11 players, including five seniors and six others who entered the transfer portal. Coach Mark Few is looking to fill gaps in the backcourt as the team approaches its transition to the Pac-12 on July 1., Gonzaga struggled with three-point shooting last year, and key recruits like Ethan Copeland and Jeremiah Johnson chose other programs. With limited experience in the backcourt, Gonzaga is under pressure to bolster its roster before the new season begins.

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  • Gonzaga lost 11 players, including five seniors, this offseason.
  • The team aims to address backcourt depth with recent transfer portal exits.
  • Ethan Copeland signed with Virginia Tech; Jeremiah Johnson chose Tulsa.
  • Mark Few has a strong frontcourt but faces uncertainty in backcourt positions.
  • Gonzaga transitions to the Pac-12 on July 1, aiming for national competitiveness.
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Gonzaga needed guards. The portal had them. Here's exactly who got away, why, and what can still happen.

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