Mathieu Grujicic, a 6‑7 guard who earned the top scoring honor at the 2025 U18 EuroBasket, is set to begin a new chapter in college basketball. After a single season with the Ohio State Buckeyes, during which he logged just six points, five rebounds, six assists and a steal across six appearances, the former Ohio State player has decided to transfer to Radford University.
A Fresh Start in Virginia
The move comes as Radford, a program that finished the previous season with a 16‑16 overall record and a 9‑7 mark in the Big South, seeks to bolster its backcourt. Grujicic’s experience abroad, including professional stints with Spain’s Alba Berlin and Barcelona, adds an international dimension to the Highlanders’ roster.
Coach Devin Royal, who has been guiding the team’s development, expressed optimism about the incoming guard. “His scoring instincts and playmaking ability will complement our existing pieces,” Royal said, noting that the team is looking to build on the momentum from a promising offseason.
The transfer also marks the culmination of a wave of movement among Ohio State alumni. Grujicic joins Gabe Cupps, Taison Chatman and Colin White, each of whom have also found new homes after departing the Big Ten program. This group represents the final piece of a multi‑player exodus that has reshaped the Buckeyes’ roster.
Radford’s recent history shows a program on the rise. After a 16‑16 season, the Highlanders posted a 9‑7 conference record, indicating steady progress. Adding a player with Grujicic’s pedigree could push the team toward a deeper run in the Big South tournament.
The arrival of the EuroBasket standout underscores the growing appeal of mid‑major programs in attracting talent that has outgrown traditional power‑conference pathways. For Grujicic, the decision reflects a desire to reclaim his form and lead a new squad toward its own aspirations.