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Hired just weeks before the 2026 season, Amir Jones brings a modest coaching résumé but a clear vision to rebuild the Hamtramck Cosmos, a team that has endured years of underperformance.
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Freshman guard Rider Portela talks about his four‑year plan at the University of Colorado, the influx of new talent and the challenges of adjusting to a faster pace on the court.
Freshman forward Rider Portela discusses his commitment to the Colorado Buffaloes, his adaptation to a new coaching staff, and his plan to stay for all four years.
Amir Jones, a standout high school guard, has signed a financial aid agreement to join the Colorado men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle has sealed the 2026‑27 roster by securing the commitment of Eric Jacobsen, a 6‑foot‑11 forward out of Brewster Academy in New Hampshire. The pledge not only fills the final spot on the scholarship list but also pushes the team to the NCAA’s maximum of 15 scholarship players.
Eric Jacobsen, a 6‑foot‑11 forward from Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, has committed to the University of Colorado, choosing the Buffaloes over New Mexico, UAB and his home state. His brother Daniel already plays for Purdue, and the commitment brings Colorado closer to filling its 15 scholarship spots.
Amir Jones pledged to the University of Colorado, bringing high school stats of 12 points, four assists and five rebounds per game, and will look to contribute alongside Jalin Holland, Josiah Sanders, Chase Hill and Luke Mirhashemi.
Amir Jones, a 6‑foot‑3 guard from Los Angeles, has pledged to the University of Colorado Boulder after decommitting from Georgia State. Recognized on the All‑Area Boys Team by the Los Angeles Daily News for his sharpshooting, he joins a roster that will be among the youngest in the Big 12 for the second consecutive season.