Ladd Signs with Cougars
4/21/2026 2:18:00 PM | Men's Basketball
CHARLESTON, S.C. - College of Charleston head men's basketball coach John Groce has announced the signing of JaShawn Ladd to the 2026-27 Cougars' roster.
A 6'4" true freshman guard out of Indianapolis, Ladd averaged 15.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.8 steals per game during his senior season at Ben Davis High School. He was recently named an Indiana All-Star, recognizing the top 12 high school players in the state of Indiana.
"JaShawn is a dynamic and highly skilled athlete who makes a strong impact on both ends of the floor," said Groce. "His combination of size and versatility allows him to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. He developed his winning mindset at one of Indiana's top high school basketball programs and further sharpened his skills playing for a respected AAU organization that played a key role in his growth."
Ladd was recently named an Indiana All-Star, recognizing the top 12 high school players in the state of Indiana. He also played for Indiana Basketball Club.
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A 6'4" true freshman guard out of Indianapolis, Ladd averaged 15.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.8 steals per game during his senior season at Ben Davis High School. He was recently named an Indiana All-Star, recognizing the top 12 high school players in the state of Indiana.
"JaShawn is a dynamic and highly skilled athlete who makes a strong impact on both ends of the floor," said Groce. "His combination of size and versatility allows him to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. He developed his winning mindset at one of Indiana's top high school basketball programs and further sharpened his skills playing for a respected AAU organization that played a key role in his growth."
Ladd was recently named an Indiana All-Star, recognizing the top 12 high school players in the state of Indiana. He also played for Indiana Basketball Club.
Join the excitement and get ready for the 2026-27 season by requesting your season tickets today. Click here for more information.
For complete coverage of Charleston men's basketball, follow us on X (@CofCBasketball) and Instagram (@CofCBasketball).
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