Cornell men’s basketball has announced a seven-player incoming class for the 2026-27 season, adding five freshmen and two transfers as the Big Red look to contend for their first Ivy League championship since 2009-10.
The group brings a blend of proven scoring, versatility and experience. Leading the freshman class is forward Carson Davis, a three-time Ohio first-team all-state selection who finished his high school career with more than 1,500 points and 700 rebounds. Fellow freshman Quinn Gibson arrives after earning first-team all-NEPSAC honors at The Winchendon School and scoring 1,281 career points between his prep stops.
Cornell also added guards Sage Mateo and Trey Williams. Mateo surpassed 1,000 career points and earned all-prep area honors at The Hun School, while Williams finished as Loyola Academy’s all-time winningest player and single-season assists record holder.
The transfer additions could provide immediate impact. Guard Luke Kennevan started all 29 games as a freshman at Lock Haven, averaging 10.1 points while shooting nearly 50 percent from the field and 39.7 percent from three-point range. JJ Sanchez arrives from Citrus College after helping lead a 30-2 team to a state semifinal appearance while averaging 12.2 points, 4.4 assists and 1.9 steals per game.
Forward Mikehi Williams rounds out the class after helping St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic capture three state championships. The Georgia Class 4A Player of the Year averaged 17.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 5.0 assists as a senior.
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