Many fans asked questions about his career as Tre Holloman transferred from Michigan State to NC State. Questions like, where does he stand in his college career? Is he a senior, or does he have more time to play? If you are wondering the same, here’s everything you will need to know about NCAA eligibility and the journey that brought him to Raleigh for the 2025-26 season.
All You Need to Know About Tre Holloman’s NCAA Eligibility
Holloman, a Minneapolis native, first made waves as a four-star recruit from Cretin-Derham Hall High School. He joined Michigan State in 2022. His freshman year (2022-23) saw him play 34 games. He averaged 8.6 minutes and 1.3 points per game. It was a modest start, but he was learning the ropes in a competitive program.
His sophomore season (2023-24) showed growth. Holloman’s stats climbed to 5.7 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. He was carving out a role. He took a bigger leap by his junior year (2024-25).
Starting 16 of 37 games, he posted 9.1 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. His contributions helped Michigan State reach the Elite Eight. Yet, despite his progress, freshman Jace Richardson eventually claimed his starting spot.
On April 1, 2025, Holloman entered the transfer portal. Twelve days later, he committed to NC State. The move was made because Richardson had been declared for the NBA Draft. Instead, Holloman saw a chance to shape NC State’s future under new coach Will Wade. Now, he’s set to anchor a backcourt alongside transfers Quadir Copeland and Alyn Breed.
So, is he a senior? Technically, yes, for NCAA purposes. Holloman has used three years of eligibility at Michigan State. The 2025-26 season at NC State will be his fourth and final year of competition. He was a junior academically last season, but eligibility years don’t always align with academic standing. “He has one season left,” sources confirm, marking 2025-26 as his last.
NCAA rules give players four years of eligibility within a five-year window. Holloman never redshirted, so he didn’t preserve a year. The COVID-19 extra eligibility year from 2020-21 doesn’t apply. He wasn’t in college then. There’s also no record of a medical hardship waiver that could extend his time. His transfer to NC State falls under the one-time transfer exception, allowing him to play immediately without gaining extra eligibility.
Throughout his career, Holloman has seen constant growth. From a bench role as a freshman to a starter in his junior year, he’s shown resilience. His Elite Eight run with Michigan State proved he could compete at a high level.
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Now, at NC State, he’s not just filling a roster spot. He’s helping Will Wade, fresh off two seasons at McNeese, build a new era for the Wolfpack.
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