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EDGE Cary Spires Could Already Hear the Crowd Before He Committed to Marshall EDGE Cary Spires Could Already Hear the Crowd Before He Committed to Marshall Long before Cary Spires ever suits up in Kelly green, he can already picture one moment. Standing at midfield inside Joan C. Edwards Stadium. The crowd roaring. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer.

When wide receiver Vinnie Hill began evaluating where he wanted to play at the next level, he was looking for more than just an opportunity to catch passes. He wanted a program built on relationships, accountability and a culture he could believe in. That's exactly what he found at Marshall. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer.

Quarterback Shamar Banner Sees His Future in Huntington VIP Marshall's first couple of official visit weekends produced several commitments, but few may carry more significance than the addition of quarterback Shamar Banner. The dynamic signal-caller committed to the Thundering Herd following his official visit to Huntington and has made it clear that his recruitment is over.

Film Breakdown: Vasilije Kuridza Marshall Basketball VIP Marshall's latest offseason addition comes in the form of Bosnian forward Vasilije Kuridza, a transfer from Tulane who brings size, skill, and an intriguing developmental profile to the Herd's frontcourt. Kuridza appeared in just two games during his lone season with Tulane, logging a total of four minutes. As a result, there is very little Division I film or production to evaluate.

West Virginia Native James Payne Commits to Marshall: Marshall Out Recruited Everybody VIP Marshall's first official visit weekend of June produced several commitments, but one of the most important may have been keeping a talented in-state prospect home.

Film Breakdown: Colt Langdon Marshall Basketball VIP Marshall Thundering Herd men's basketball adds another piece to its roster with the addition of Colt Langdon, a 6-foot-7, 230-pound guard/wing who most recently spent time at NC State after beginning his career at Butler University. Langdon hasn't logged meaningful minutes at the college level yet—he redshirted at Butler and appeared in just six games this past season at NC State—so there's limited production to evaluate.

Marshall Thundering Herd men's basketball continues to reshape its backcourt with the addition of DeMarco Johnson, a former top-250 recruit who most recently played at Elon University. Johnson saw limited but consistent action last season, averaging 15.3 minutes per game while posting 3.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 0.9 steals. He will have 3 more seasons of eligibility. Physically, Johnson immediately stands out.

Film Breakdown: Fazl Oshodi Marshall Basketball VIP Marshall Thundering Herd men's basketball adds their first backcourt player of the transfer cycle with the addition of Fazl Oshodi, a combo guard coming off a full season of experience at Southern University. Oshodi appeared in all 34 games last season, starting 18 of them, and averaged 8.9 points, 1.4 rebounds, 0.7 assists, and 1.1 steals in just over 20 minutes per game.

Marshall lands high-upside forward Kenan Gilao Marshall has added an intriguing piece to its future frontcourt with a commitment from 2026 forward Kenan Gilao, a 6-foot-8 Canadian prospect who brings a blend of length, athleticism and perimeter skill. Gilao, who has played at King Heights Academy and on the AAU circuit, chose the Herd in large part because of how he fits stylistically in the program's up-tempo system. "I like how Marshall plays fast," Gilao told 247Sports.

Film Breakdown: Kenan Gilao Marshall Basketball VIP Marshall Thundering Herd men's basketball continues to build out its future frontcourt with the addition of Kenan Gilao, a 6-foot-9 forward out of Canada who most recently played for King Heights Academy. Coming from one of the more talented high school programs in the country, Gilao arrives with a foundation built around role acceptance, effort, and long-term upside.