Jordan Frison arrived at Wichita State after a stint at Tennessee‑Chattanooga, bringing a 6‑foot frame and a reputation as a sharpshooting playmaker. The senior guard has already logged a season in which he posted 16.7 points per game while dishing out 4.1 assists, a combination that placed his assist rate at 29.5 percent, ranking 98th nationally in Ken Pomeroy’s metrics.
A Playmaker Focused on Teammates
His shooting efficiency is equally noteworthy: he converted 42 percent of his three‑point attempts and an impressive 82 percent of his free throws. Frison describes his mission as simple — use his passing and communication skills to amplify the strengths of teammates such as big men Will Berg, TJ Williams and Dillon Battie, turning their inside presence into more frequent scoring opportunities.
A Defensive Identity Takes Shape
The Shockers enter the summer with a roster that retains ten players from the previous campaign, a rarity that has coaches across the league taking notice. Veterans like TJ Williams are already mentoring newcomers, reinforcing a defensive identity and a rebounding philosophy that helped the team tie for second in the American Athletic Conference and win two NIT games last year.
Summer workouts have begun earlier than many peers, reflecting the program’s intent to build on a 24‑12 record and maintain its upward trajectory. The coaching staff emphasizes that the blend of experienced leadership and fresh chemistry could position the Shockers as a formidable contender in the conference and beyond.