Jake Fiegen commits to Villanova

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Jake Fiegen, a 6'4" guard from Cornell, has committed to Villanova after considering offers from Vanderbilt, Virginia, and Northwestern. He averaged 17.1 points and 5.1 rebounds last season and is expected to enhance Villanova's perimeter shooting.

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Jake Fiegen commits to Villanova from Cornell
He averaged 17.1 points and 5.1 rebounds last season
Fiegen chose Villanova over Vanderbilt, Virginia, and Northwestern
He provides elite perimeter shooting for the Wildcats
Villanova is looking to add a starting point guard and center

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Jake Fiegen, 22, of the Cornell Big Red attempts a free throw during an NCAA men's basketball game at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, United States, on February 13, 2026. (Photo by Dan Squicciarini/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images After the departures of both Chris Jeffrey and Malachi Palmer in recent days, it was assumed that the Wildcats likely had multiple newcomers solidified in the transfer portal. One of those additions is official in Cornell guard Jake Fiegen. The 6’4” senior was the first player that Villanova had reported contact with prior to the portal opening, and he has decided to come to the Main Line over Vanderbilt, Virginia and the long-assumed Northwestern Wildcats. The Wilmette, IL native provides elite perimeter shooting, which will come in handy with a forward tandem of Kwame Evans Jr. and Devin Royal. Fiegen averaged 17.1 points and 5.1 rebounds per game this past season for the Big Red on 54.6% from the floor and 41.4% from three. Fiegen could assume the Devin-Askew role off of the bench, while also being able to play with Evans Jr., Royal and Tyler Perkins in smaller lineups. There’s also the possibility that he starts at the shooting guard spot. Regardless, his shooting and experience will be a welcomed addition. Kevin Willard seems excited about the news: The next order of business for the Wildcats will be adding a starting point guard and a center.

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What are Jake Fiegen's stats from last season at Cornell?

Jake Fiegen averaged 17.1 points and 5.1 rebounds per game last season, shooting 54.6% from the field and 41.4% from three.

Which schools did Jake Fiegen consider before committing to Villanova?

Before committing to Villanova, Jake Fiegen also considered Vanderbilt, Virginia, and Northwestern.

What position will Jake Fiegen likely play at Villanova?

Jake Fiegen is expected to play as a shooting guard and could also assume a bench role similar to Devin Askew's.

Jake Fiegen commits to Villanova

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