Amir Jenkins Reclassifies to 2025, Commits to West Virginia Jenkins’ decision to reclassify gives West Virginia a true point guard option for next season behind North Texas transfer Jasper Floyd and provides the Mountaineers with some options at the position…

Amir Jenkins Reclassifies to 2025, Commits to West Virginia

Jenkins’ decision to reclassify gives West Virginia a true point guard option for next season behind North Texas transfer Jasper Floyd and provides the Mountaineers with some options at the position

 

In a major recruiting move for West Virginia basketball, four-star point guard Amir Jenkins has officially reclassified from the class of 2026 to 2025 and committed to play for the Mountaineers. The 6-foot-2 floor general, who spent last season at Worcester Academy (MA), chose WVU over several high-major programs including Maryland, Mississippi State, and Providence.

Jenkins’ decision to reclassify comes after a standout junior season and strong performances on the AAU circuit with Boston Amateur Basketball Club (BABC). Originally considered a top-100 player in the 2026 class, Jenkins will now forgo his senior year of high school and suit up for the Mountaineers this fall. His reclassification signals both a vote of confidence in his readiness for college basketball and a significant addition to WVU’s 2025 recruiting class.

“I feel like I’m ready to play at the next level,” Jenkins said in a statement. “West Virginia felt like home the minute I got on campus. The coaching staff believes in me, and I believe in them. I’m ready to get to work.”

Jenkins is known for his polished game and high basketball IQ. A natural point guard, he combines court vision, scoring ability, and tough on-ball defense. He averaged 13.6 points, 4 assists, 4 rebounds, and nearly 3 steals per game during the 2023–24 season, leading Worcester to a successful campaign in the competitive New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC). He followed that up with an impressive summer run, solidifying his status as one of the top lead guards in his class.

Recruiting analysts praise Jenkins for his blend of old-school fundamentals and new-school creativity. He can break down defenders off the dribble, operate in pick-and-roll situations, and thrives in transition. While he isn’t the most physically imposing guard in his class, his toughness and feel for the game consistently set him apart. Defensively, Jenkins is active, disruptive, and embraces the challenge of guarding the opponent’s best perimeter player.

His commitment is a major win for WVU head coach Darrian “Ross” Hodge, who is in the process of rebuilding the Mountaineer program following a stretch of instability. Jenkins joins a promising freshman class that includes several top-150 prospects, and his arrival fills a critical need at the point guard position.

“Amir brings leadership, toughness, and a winner’s mentality,” Coach Hodge said. “He’s a guy who makes everyone around him better. We’re excited to have him in Morgantown and can’t wait to get started.”

Jenkins’ decision to fast-track his path to college basketball shows his confidence and readiness to contribute right away. For WVU fans, it’s a reason to be excited—Jenkins not only brings talent but also maturity, poise, and the work ethic to make an immediate impact in the Big 12.

With the backcourt now reloaded and the foundation of a new era being built, West Virginia may have found its next floor leader in Amir Jenkins.