St. John’s 6’4″ sophomore, Simeon Wilcher, emerged as an influential name when he entered the NCAA basketball transfer portal in 2025. The athletic guard, whose aggressive offensive play and defensive capabilities earned praise from analysts, averaged 8.0 points and 1.9 rebounds per game last season.
His sophomore 3-point percentage declined from 42% to 30%, but coaches saw him as a key player on St. John’s team before his sudden transfer announcement.
Top Schools for Simeon Wilcher
Ole Miss Rebels
The Rebels, coming off a strong 24-12 season under coach Chris Beard and finishing 18th in the final AP Poll, are considered a serious contender for Wilcher’s services. Ole Miss’s recent success and competitive SEC schedule make it an attractive destination for a guard looking to elevate his profile and play in high-pressure environments.
BYU Cougars
As they enter the Big 12 Conference, the Cougars are using transfer portal opportunities to build depth and experience within their roster. The combination of experience and skills that Wilcher brings would help BYU achieve success in the new Big 12 Conference.
Pittsburgh
The Panthers have a history of developing guards and could offer Wilcher a system that complements his playing style. Pittsburgh presents an opportunity for him to make an immediate impact and play a prominent role.
Texas Longhorns
The Longhorns’ Big 12 membership serves as a major stage in college athletics while producing numerous professional players. Wilcher would have the opportunity to hone his skills and abilities by joining the team.
Oregon
With a dynamic offense and a history of guard development, the Ducks could offer Wilcher an opportunity to thrive. With a team having a strong system favoring athletic perimeter players, Wilcher is expected to excel.
Virginia Tech
Wilcher could be drawn to Virginia Tech because of their focus on guard development as well as their position in the ACC basketball conference. At Virginia Tech, Wilcher could take on an important role as either primary ball-handler or lead scorer which will help develop his skills and gain more exposure.
Maryland
As a Big Ten program with a strong basketball tradition, the Terrapins could provide Wilcher with both exposure and development opportunities. He could earn immediate playing time and a rebuilding roster without scoring guards.
Wilcher’s Decision
Through the transfer portal, players such as Wilcher have the opportunity to take control of their athletic career journey.
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His decision will be shaped by how well the program fits his needs, his immediate chances to make an impact, and access to future advancement opportunities. The school selection by Wilcher will receive significant attention from observers monitoring the fluid nature of college basketball’s transfer environment.
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