Spartans Add Size to 2024-25 SquadSpartans Add Size to 2024-25 Squad

Spartans Add Size to 2024-25 Squad

SAN JOSE, Calif.—Chol Marial, a 7-2 center transfer from Oregon State, will join the San José State men’s basketball team for the 2024-25 season, as announced by Spartan head coach Tim Miles.

Chol Marial, 7-2, Center, Rumbek, South Sudan/AZ Compass Prep/Maryland/Oregon State

  • Played the past two years at Oregon State after transferring from Maryland
  • 2023-24 CSC Academic All-District honoree
  • 2023 NABC Honors Court recipient & Pac-12 Academic Honor Roll
  • Played in 31 games this past season as he averaged 2.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game
  • Two seasons at Maryland (2019-20 & 202-21)
  • Helped the Terrapins win the 2020 Big Ten Championship
  • Came from Arizona Compass Prep in 2018-19 where he was a 4-star recruit by ESPN and Rivals
  • Has 16 brothers and sisters

Coach Miles on Marial

“Chol will bring us the experience and maturity we need on the interior. He has a phenomenal wingspan and elite size at his position. We are also excited about what he adds on offense, on the block and on the perimeter. With Chol being honored as a CSC Academic All-District selection, he fits the all-around profile that we look for in a Spartan. We are excited to see Chol in the Blue & Gold!”

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