Ohio State men's basketball recruits visit for Kent State football game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:42 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Ohio State men's basketball team will host several in-state recruits during the Kent State football game on September 19. This visit follows the Buckeyes securing a 2027 commitment from four-star forward Deng Ngor. Among the recruits on campus will be players from the 2028 and 2029 classes, including Keonte Smith, Bryce Irby, and Dylan Zeigler. The unofficial visits are part of Ohio State's ongoing effort to enhance its recruitment efforts. A finalized list of the recruits set to attend is in preparation, although it may change.
- •Ohio State hosts recruits during Kent State football game.
- •Deng Ngor, a top prospect, recently committed to Ohio State.
- •Recruits include players from classes of 2028 and 2029.
- •Keonte Smith is ranked as the top player in Ohio for 2028.
- •List of recruits is subject to change before the event.
- 8:42 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State men's hoops hosting in-state recruits for Kent State game
"As the Ohio State football team hosts Kent State, here's a list of recruits the men's basketball team expects to have on campus.
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