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Mar 3, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies head coach Mike Young talks to his team during a time out during the second half at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images | Brian Bishop-Imagn Images
The Virginia Tech Hokies continue to turn over their 2026-27 basketball roster. While much of Tech’s offseason has been focused on adding veteran players via the NCAA transfer portal, head coach Mike Young deviated from that roster-building process on Monday, adding a commitment from 6-foot-8 wing Eltayeb Eltayeb announced his commitment to Virginia Tech.
Eltayeb is a native of Sudan, but played last season at Sunrise Christian Academy in Bel Aire, Kansas. He played well, averaging 21.3 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. Eltayeb also shot over 43% from 3-point range, giving Young another perimeter threat.
At 6-foot-8 and only 170 pounds, Eltayeb still has some growing to do. He’s built similarly to Virginia Tech newcomer, Kuol Atak, who transferred to the Hokies in March after spending two seasons at Oklahoma. Atak is 6-foot-9, 192 pounds, and is also an excellent outside shooter.
Eltayeb has guard-like skills. He’s grown over seven inches since entering high school. He is the first freshman addition to Virginia Tech’s 2026 recruiting class. The Hokies do have six players from the transfer portal.
- G Ethan Copeland (Stetson)
- C Miles Heide (San Diego State)
- F Kuol Atak (Oklahoma)
- C Musa Sangia (NC State)
- G Isaiah Elohim (Florida Atlantic)
- G Jaylen Curry (Oklahoma State)
Eltayeb is probably a redshirt candidate in 2026, as he looks to bulk up a bit.
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