hansberry Transfers to Virginia Tech
Published April 6, 2025
Sophomore forward Amani Hansberry is heading to Virginia Tech after a year with West Virginia. The move follows assistant coach Chester Frazier’s shift to the Hokies’ staff.
The Key Takeaways
- Commitment: Amani Hansberry announced his commitment to Virginia Tech saturday evening.
- Frazier Connection: Hansberry’s transfer follows assistant coach Chester Frazier, formerly of Illinois.
- Mountaineer Stats: In 31 games, Hansberry averaged 9.8 points and 6.5 rebounds.
- Eligibility: Hansberry has two years of eligibility remaining.
Hansberry’s Year at West Virginia
Amani Hansberry’s time with the West Virginia Mountaineers saw him play in 31 games, starting in 24. He averaged 9.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. his shooting percentages were 42% from the field and 29% from three-point range.
An ankle injury impacted Hansberry’s performance early in the season. while his shooting numbers don’t look ultra-notable on paper, he did fight through an ankle injury at the end of non-conference play, which bothered him at the beginning of the league schedule.
However, his efficiency and consistency improved as the season progressed.
The Chester Frazier Effect
Chester Frazier’s move to Mike Young’s staff at Virginia Tech played a significant role in Hansberry’s decision. Hansberry previously followed Frazier from Illinois to West Virginia. Frazier took a job on mike Young’s staff at Virginia Tech, so the connection pays off once again, this time benefitting the Hokies.
West Virginia’s Roster Changes
Hansberry’s departure adds to the changes in West Virginia’s roster. Sencire Harris remains undecided in the transfer portal. KJ Tenner committed to murray State, and Jonathan Powell pledged to North Carolina.
Looking Ahead
Amani Hansberry has two years of eligibility remaining as he joins the Virginia Tech Hokies.His addition is expected to bolster their frontcourt presence.
