Dyllan Thompson, son of WNBA legend Tina Thompson, has made his college plans official by committing to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. The promising Class of 2024 wing adds significant strength to Coach Damon Stoudamire’s roster.
A Crucial Addition to Georgia Tech
Thompson’s commitment marks an important addition to Georgia Tech’s recruiting class, anticipated to be in the top 30 according to Sports Illustrated. His decision followed an official visit to Atlanta on June 23. Two days later, he announced his pledge to join the Yellow Jackets.
High School Achievements
Thompson led his Second Baptist team in Houston, Texas with an average of 18 points and seven rebounds per game last season. This performance has attracted attention from several schools, including New Orleans, UNC-Charlotte, and Louisiana Tech.
The Competitive Recruitment Landscape
Clemson is the only other ACC school interested in Thompson so far. Additionally, offers from Ole Miss, Alabama, Auburn, LSU, Michigan State, and Tennessee indicate the competitive nature of his recruitment.
Tina Thompson’s Legacy
Tina Thompson’s storied career in the WNBA adds another layer to Dyllan’s story. With 7,488 career points, she stands as the second all-time leading scorer behind Diana Taurasi.
Georgia Tech Under Stoudamire’s Guidance
Coach Damon Stoudamire has been shaping up the program since joining Georgia Tech after a successful tenure at Pacific. He was even named West Coast Conference Coach of the Year for the 2019-2020 season.
With Stoudamire at the helm and additions like Dyllan Thompson, the future looks promising for the Yellow Jackets.
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