UNC’s men’s basketball program said junior forward Brandon Huffman has announced his intention to transfer from the university.
The team shared a release on Thursday, ending the Goldsboro, N.C., native’s three year stretch with UNC. Huffman appeared in 14 games during the 2019-20 season and just 70 over his three in the program. His career high in points came in his freshman season when he scored nine against Tulane in a 95-75 victory for the Tar Heels.
In the team’s release, UNC head coach Roy Williams wished Huffman well wherever the 6’10 forward lands.
“Brandon is a fantastic young man who has helped our basketball program the past three years,” said Williams. “I wish him nothing but the best. I have told Brandon and his father that I will do anything I can to help them choose the right school and program for him, and I will be there to support Brandon for the rest of his life.”
The men’s basketball program has two recruits expected to join its frontcourt for the 2020-21 season. Day’Ron Sharpe and Walker Kessler, who are listed as 6’10 and 7’0 respectively, are both five-star recruits according to 247 Sports.
“This is only our sixth transfer in 17 years, but it is always sad to see a situation where a young man leaves the program,” said Williams in the release. “At the same time, I am always aware that being in another environment might work out better for a player, so I understand. “
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