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Miami RedHawks add 6-9 forward from Ball State in transfer portal
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The Miami RedHawks have signed 6-foot-9 forward Preston Copeland from Ball State, enhancing their frontcourt. Copeland averaged 4.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game in his freshman year at Ball State.
The Miami RedHawks added to their frontcourt on Tuesday, April 14, when they picked up 6-foot-9 forward Preston Copeland from Mid-American Conference rival Ball State.
Sam Kayser of League Ready posted the announcement for Copeland, who started 24 of the 30 games he appeared in for the Cardinals.
Copeland, from Clayton, North Carolina, averaged 4.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game, shooting 62.5% from the field for Ball State in his lone year in Muncie, Indiana.
Forward Preston Copeland (34) played in 30 games as a freshman at Ball State. Copeland has transferred to the Miami RedHawks.
Copeland had an 18-point game vs. Earlham early in the season. He twice had 12-point outings, against Massachusetts and Western Michigan. His top rebounding effort was 10 against the Ohio Bobcats.
He didn't score in his lone game vs. Miami, but also didn't attempt a shot in 15 minutes. He did grab a pair of rebounds and had an assist and a steal in the 86-77 Dec. 20 loss to the RedHawks.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Travis Steele, Miami RedHawks add Ball State forward Preston Copeland
Q&A
What are Preston Copeland's stats from his time at Ball State?
Preston Copeland averaged 4.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game while shooting 62.5% from the field during his freshman year at Ball State.
When did Preston Copeland transfer to the Miami RedHawks?
Preston Copeland transferred to the Miami RedHawks on April 14, 2023.
How many games did Preston Copeland play at Ball State?
Preston Copeland played in 30 games during his freshman season at Ball State, starting 24 of them.