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Texas Longhorns Land 2026 Recruit Coleman Elkins, Boosting Frontcourt
16 Nov
Summary
- Austin native Coleman Elkins commits to Texas Longhorns
- Elkins to provide much-needed depth at center for 2026 season
- Part of talented 2026 class including 4-star recruits Bo Ogden and Joe Sterling
The Texas Longhorns basketball program has secured a significant recruiting victory with the commitment of Austin native Coleman Elkins. Elkins, who will join the team for the 2026 season, is set to provide much-needed depth at the center position.
Although Elkins is not currently ranked, he brings an impressive resume to the table. During his junior season with St. Andrew's, the newest Longhorn averaged 15 points and 7.6 rebounds per game. He will be playing at Blair Academy for his senior year, looking to build on his previous success.
Elkins' commitment is the latest addition to what is shaping up to be an exciting 2026 recruiting class for the Longhorns. The class also includes four-star prospects Bo Ogden and Joe Sterling, further bolstering the team's future outlook.
With Elkins now in the mix, the Longhorns have demonstrated their continued appeal as a top destination for talented basketball players, despite a challenging 2024-2025 campaign. The center also received offers from several other programs, including Indiana State, Le Moyne, Lehigh, Maine, and Northeastern.
As the Longhorns' 2025-2026 season approaches, fans can look forward to the team's continued efforts to strengthen their roster and build towards an exciting future in Austin.
