Reese Alston takes unexpected official visit to Kentucky Basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 2:42 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Class of 2027 five-star point guard Reese Alston completed an unexpected official visit to Kentucky Basketball on September 29, 2026. Alston moved up his visit, which was initially scheduled for October 13-14. The 6-foot-2 player from Second Baptist School in Houston, Texas, is ranked No. 9 nationally. Alston has narrowed his college recruitment to seven schools, including Kentucky. He has prior connections to Kentucky head coach Mark Pope, which may influence his decision.
- •Alston planned his visit to Lexington for earlier than scheduled.
- •He is ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 3 among point guards.
- •Alston averaged 22.2 points per game during his junior season.
- •He has taken official visits to four other schools this year.
- •Alston has a connection to head coach Mark Pope through his father.
- 2:42 AMYahoo Sports — Reese Alston completes surprise official visit with Kentucky Basketball
"Alston took his official visit to Lexington earlier than originally planned.
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