As we reach the halfway point of the junior college season, we highlight some of the many committed/signed prospects in the 2025 class at the JC level who have performed at a high level in Part 1 of our Committed Prospect Watch. We will continue to feature other committed prospects throughout the season, along with extensive coverage of the top JUCO players. Here are ten signed/committed JUCO prospects in the 2025 class to keep an eye on at the next level in our first installment of the Committed Prospect Watch:

Mady Traore | 7'0 | F
JUCO: Frank Phillips College (TX)
Committed: Washington

The 7-footer hit the ground running at the JC level under head coach Hunter Jenkins after transferring to FPC from Maryland. Traore has been dominant on both ends of the court, showcasing his ability to score both inside and out. He is averaging 15.8 PPG, 10.2 RPG, and 3 BPG while shooting nearly 60% from the field. Traore looks poised to make an immediate impact for Danny Sprinkle and the Huskies.

Xavier Edmonds | 6'9 | F
JUCO: Salt Lake CC (UT)
Committed: TCU

Edmonds had a dominant freshman season at Salt Lake and is off to a strong start in his sophomore campaign. The TCU commit is averaging 16.3 PPG, 6.8 RPG, and 3.5 APG for the 11-1 Bruins. Edmonds brings a unique mix of size, strength, and skill to Fort Worth next season and has a frame ready for the next level.

Dre Kindell | 6'0 | G
JUCO: Barton (KS)
Committed: Wichita State

Kindell won a National Championship as a freshman at Barton and has followed it up with an impressive sophomore season. The shifty guard is averaging 16.3 PPG, 3.5 APG, 3.3 RPG, and 1.6 SPG. He should bring much-needed offensive firepower to the Shockers next season.

Caleb Blackwell | 6'0 | G
JUCO: South Plains (TX)
Committed: Milwaukee

Blackwell is the catalyst that drives the talented South Plains roster. The PG, who transferred in from Alabama A&M, has demonstrated impressive court vision and leadership throughout the season. The Texans are 10-1 with Blackwell in the lineup (he missed several games this season due to injury). He is averaging 11.8 PPG, 5.2 APG, and 4.2 RPG. Milwaukee has found consistent success recruiting at the JC level, and Blackwell looks to be their next impactful addition.

Kedar Bodie | 6'3 | G
JUCO: Bishop State (AL)
Committed: North Alabama

Bodie is a strong scoring guard who has proven himself ready for the next level with consistent production and a D1-ready frame. He is averaging 20.3 PPG, 5.5 RPG, and 3.1 APG. Bodie should contribute from day one at North Alabama and become an integral part of their offense.

CSI Duo

Amarco Doyle | 6'7 | SF
JUCO: College of Southern Idaho
Committed: Oakland

The Australian native adjusted quickly during his first season at CSI. Doyle has showcased his versatility on both ends and is shooting an impressive 59.1% from the field and 51.4% from three. He is averaging 15.4 PPG and 6.9 RPG.

Isaac Hawkins | 6'10 | F
JUCO: College of Southern Idaho
Committed: Utah Valley

Hawkins visited UNLV and garnered interest from numerous programs before choosing Utah Valley. He is expected to make an immediate impact on both ends next season. Currently, he is averaging 15.3 PPG, 9.3 RPG, and 3.1 BPG at CSI.

Jones Backcourt

Dimp Pernell | 6'3 | G
JUCO: Jones College (MS)
Committed: Texas State

Pernell had an impressive freshman season at Jones and has carried that success into his sophomore year. He is impacting the game on multiple fronts, averaging 13.1 PPG, 6.8 RPG, and 4.5 APG. Pernell brings a smooth shooting stroke and offensive versatility to Texas State next season.

Ky Pernell | 6'3 | G
JUCO: Jones College (MS)
Committed: Texas State

Ky Pernell will join his brother at Texas State next season. He has been similarly impactful, averaging 13.4 PPG, 4.8 RPG, and 3.4 APG while shooting 43% from three and looks to help guide Jones to another National Tourney run. 

LJ Hackman | 6'3 | G
JUCO: Jones College (MS)
Committed: Southern Miss

Hackman is another prospect with a frame built for the next level. He has demonstrated the ability to score at a high level, averaging 17.4 PPG, 3.4 RPG, and 3 APG this season. Hackman should bring offensive firepower and gritty perimeter defense to Southern Miss.