Justin Menard joins Colorado State as junior point guard for NCAA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Justin Menard, a 6-foot-3 point guard from Higganum, Connecticut, is set to continue his college basketball career at Colorado State. After previous stints at Iona and Marist, Menard transitioned to the Rams, citing the coaching staff and culture as key factors in his decision. He spent the last summer preparing for the upcoming season in Fort Collins, boasting significant personal development. Colorado State aims to compete in the newly-refurbished Pac-12 Conference and has strong returning players to support their efforts. Menard is determined to contribute to the team as they progress through the season.
- •Menard started at Iona, then transferred to Marist before Colorado State.
- •He averaged 12.9 points and 3.8 assists per game last season.
- •The Rams are joining the Pac-12 with strong returning players.
- •Menard noted significant improvement during summer training.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — CT's Justin Menard is on his third college team in three years. He found his ‘perfect fit'
"Menard, a Higganum native and St. Thomas More grad, spent past two seasons at Marist and Iona.
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