Colorado Mesa University’s men’s basketball program is set for a significant overhaul as head coach Ken DeWeese finalized a six‑player recruiting class that underscores a renewed focus on in‑state talent. The announcement comes as only two athletes from the previous roster remain, marking the start of a wide‑ranging rebuild.
A Strategic Push for Local Talent
DeWeese emphasized that the new class is part of a broader strategy to ‘build a fence around the state’ and keep the best Division II prospects from leaving Colorado. The coaching staff has already secured commitments from five local standouts, each bringing a distinct skill set to the program.
The in‑state recruits include Davis May and Kai Valentine, teammates from Rock Canyon High School, who bring backcourt depth; Cash Boykin, a 1,000‑point scorer from Columbine, slated for a wing role; Brady Kingsley, an all‑state selection from Windsor; and Luke Williams from Chaparral High School, a recent CHSAA and MaxPreps all‑state honoree.
The lone out‑of‑state prospect, Aidan Perez from Texas, joins the squad after delivering a game‑saving three‑pointer in the Texas state playoffs, adding a dynamic scoring option on the perimeter.
Coach DeWeese believes the blend of local familiarity and a few targeted transfers will give the Mavericks immediate depth while laying the groundwork for sustained success in Division II. The program’s recent activity on the transfer portal — eight newcomers — reflects an aggressive effort to fill gaps left by departing seniors.
Fans can expect a faster‑paced, defensively aggressive style as the new roster integrates chemistry during the offseason. With a mix of home‑grown talent and experienced transfers, the team aims to contend for conference honors sooner rather than later.