LUBBOCK, TX – The first Texas Tech basketball signee this offseason, Tyeree Bryan officially joined the Red Raiders on April 9 after playing the last two seasons at Santa Clara, one at Charleston Southern and his freshman year at Indian River State College.

In a move that signals the beginning of a new era for Texas Tech men’s basketball under head coach Grant McCasland, Tyeree Bryan — a well-traveled, high-upside guard with four years of college experience — officially signed with the Red Raiders on April 9, becoming the first addition of the 2025 offseason.

Bryan, a 6-foot-6 combo guard, brings a unique résumé to Lubbock, having played at three different programs across four seasons: Indian River State College (FL) as a freshman, Charleston Southern as a sophomore, and most recently, Santa Clara for the past two years. The graduate transfer is expected to provide immediate backcourt stability, experience, and defensive versatility for a Tech team retooling after a mixed 2024–25 campaign.

“It’s official — I’m a Red Raider,” Bryan posted on social media shortly after the signing was announced. “Excited for this next chapter. Let’s get to work.”

Bryan’s journey through the college ranks has been defined by steady development and adaptability. He began his collegiate career at Indian River State, where he made an immediate impact, averaging 14.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game while showcasing a high motor and two-way ability that quickly attracted Division I attention.

That breakout freshman season led to a scholarship at Charleston Southern, where Bryan transitioned into a secondary scoring role in the Big South. Though his numbers dipped slightly (9.2 PPG, 4.0 RPG), he improved as a perimeter defender and began to flash the versatility that would become his trademark.

But it was at Santa Clara, in the highly competitive West Coast Conference, where Bryan began turning heads. In two seasons with the Broncos, he developed into one of the most consistent role players in the league — averaging 11.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and over 1 steal per game as a senior while shooting 37% from three-point range and logging some of the toughest defensive assignments.

“Tyeree is the kind of player who doesn’t need the ball to impact the game,” said one WCC assistant. “He guards multiple positions, rebounds like a forward, and just makes smart basketball decisions.”

Texas Tech’s staff had been monitoring Bryan since his junior year and began actively recruiting him the moment he entered the transfer portal in March. Head coach Grant McCasland and assistant Luke Barnwell reportedly made multiple in-home visits and Zoom calls, emphasizing Bryan’s potential to be a “glue guy” on a team looking to blend youth with veteran leadership.

“Tyeree brings toughness, maturity, and the kind of versatility we value in our system,” Coach McCasland said in a release. “He’s battle-tested and ready to compete in the Big 12. We’re excited to welcome him to Lubbock.”

Bryan also cited Texas Tech’s culture and fanbase as key reasons for his decision.

“Playing in front of that crowd at United Supermarkets Arena, competing in the Big 12, and being part of a program that defends — that’s what I want,” Bryan said.

With key departures from the 2024–25 roster, including senior guard Pop Isaacs declaring for the NBA Draft and reserve wings entering the transfer portal, Bryan is expected to step in immediately as a rotation regular — and possibly a starter.

Here’s what Bryan brings to the table:

• Size & Versatility: At 6’6″, Bryan can comfortably guard 1–3 and has even logged minutes at the 4 in smaller lineups.
• Defensive Intensity: His on-ball defense and closeout discipline make him an ideal fit in McCasland’s pressure schemes.
• Smart Playmaking: Bryan averaged 3 assists per game at Santa Clara, often serving as a secondary ball handler.
• Improving Perimeter Shot: He’s a career 35% shooter from deep and has improved his catch-and-shoot mechanics considerably over four seasons.
• Leadership: As a graduate transfer, Bryan brings maturity and locker room presence, which Texas Tech has lacked at times.

“Bryan’s not a star, but he’s a starter on a winning team,” said a Big 12 assistant. “He’s going to make Tech harder to play against.”

Coach McCasland has made it clear: the Red Raiders are building a program that prioritizes defense, depth, and high-IQ basketball. While the team has already secured commitments from a pair of promising underclassmen and is actively pursuing top-100 2025 recruits, Bryan’s signing gives the roster much-needed balance.

With Bryan joining a projected backcourt of Kerwin Walton Jr., Chance McMillian, and sophomore breakout candidate Jamarion Watson, Texas Tech has length, spacing, and switchability — all essential in a league where every game feels like a March war.

“He’s not flashy, but he makes your floor higher,” said CBS Sports analyst Matt Norlander. “This is a mature roster addition.”

Now entering his fifth year, Bryan is laser-focused on one goal: winning.

“I’ve played in a lot of gyms and worn a lot of jerseys,” he said. “But this is the one I want to leave a mark in. I’m here to help win championships, plain and simple.”

Bryan also noted he’s pursuing a graduate degree in sports management, hoping to enter the coaching or player development world after his playing days are done — another sign of the maturity Tech’s staff valued.

Tyeree Bryan may not be the splashiest name of the offseason, but he might end up being one of the most important signings for a Texas Tech team trying to climb back into national contention.

With more additions expected over the coming weeks, the Red Raiders are starting to build a roster defined not just by talent — but by experience, grit, and cohesion.

And it starts with a player who’s been everywhere — and who’s now ready to finish strong in Lubbock.

Tyeree Bryan: The journeyed guard with unfinished business. Now officially a Red Raider.