Latest / Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Troy Lands Irish Forward Ikegwuruka | Birmingham News
Troy University just added a rare athletic gem: 6’6” forward Mobi Ikegwuruka, a two-year Kansas State transfer and former junior college All-American from Ireland. Despite limited minutes at KSU (9 mpg), he posted 2.1 PPG and 2.3 RPG — and new coach Adam Howard calls his experience and athleticism “rare finds.” Ikegwuruka’s Power Four exposure signals elite competition faced. This move bolsters Troy’s already stacked 2026-27 recruiting class — 11 newcomers including 6 four-year transfers, 3 international players (France, Brazil), and 2 freshmen — featuring guards like Jayme Kontuniemi and…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.