Colben Landrew, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward from Alabama, has been selected to the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
The roster was finalized after a training camp in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where 32 candidates were trimmed to 12 players.
Coaching staff and competition
Anthony Grant, the head coach, will be assisted by Nate Oats and Matt Langel as they guide the young squad through the tournament.
Landrew, who weighs 235 pounds, is listed as the 25th‑ranked prospect in the Class of 2026 by 247Sports and played his prep ball at Wheeler High School in Georgia.
He committed to the UConn Huskies in mid‑October after an official visit to Storrs, joining a program that has been tracking his dual‑sport background.
Next season, Landrew is expected to battle rising senior Jayden Ross for the starting small forward spot, a competition that could shape the team’s interior dynamics.
Looking ahead
The upcoming AmeriCup will serve as a key evaluation period for the coaching staff, offering a first glimpse of how Landrew fits alongside his peers. If the tournament goes as planned, the experience could accelerate his integration into UConn’s lineup for the upcoming college season.