Rutgers lands third four-star prospect for basketball Class of 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

On September 29, Rutgers basketball secured its third commitment for the Class of 2027 with Brandon Woodard, a 6-foot-8 power forward from Bishop McNamara High School in Maryland. Woodard joins fellow four-star prospects Korey Francis and RJ Moore, marking a significant achievement for the Scarlet Knights in high school recruitment. Known for his elite athleticism and being named 'Most Explosive' in his class, Woodard was also considering schools like Mississippi State and Georgetown. Rutgers has emphasized high school recruiting, planning to integrate these prospects into their lineup as early contributors. Head coach Steve Pikiell remains actively involved in recruiting despite ongoing health challenges.
- •Brandon Woodard commits to Rutgers basketball program.
- •Woodard is a consensus top-100 prospect.
- •He joins fellow four-star recruits Korey Francis and RJ Moore.
- •Rutgers aims for a competitive freshmen class next year.
- •Head coach Steve Pikiell involved in all recruiting efforts.
- 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Rutgers basketball trifecta: Third four-star 2027 prospect commits
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