Marquette Golden Eagles have three commitment for the 2026 season before Monday but it has gone down to two. There’s nothing to be worried about though as the one missing is still with them. He only arrived earlier than expected.
Sheek Pearson shocked the Golden Eagles community when he announced that he is joining head coach Shaka Smart’s squad this 2025 season instead of the next one. He confirmed his commitment to the team for 2026 last May.
Pearson, who stands 6’11, is four-star recruit according to 247 Sports and is rated no. 37 by ESPN for the 2026 class.
“I thought that it was best for my future to get more development,” he said in an interview with ESPN.
He also cited Smart’s influence on him as the reason behind this sudden decision.
“I don’t think I would have been able to build as good a relationship in the amount of time if I were to wait. They had been recruiting me for almost a full year. The relationship was very strong.”
Marquette Golden Eagles fans cheer during the first period against the Purdue Boilermakers at SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center. Mandatory Credit: Steven Erler-USA TODAY Sports
“I think it’ll be great when I look back on it in the future”
Sheek Pearson has reclassified & will join #WeAreMarquette a year early. After helping @BradBealElite win Peach Jam, @Sheek_Pearson says he will redshirt & will use this year to further develop.@KMOV | @JBSAthletics pic.twitter.com/t9aNAMmiHd
— Jacob Cersosimo (@JacobCersosimo) July 29, 2025
Smart says Marquette Golden Eagles will enjoy him
The team said Pearson will redshirt for 2025. This means that he will be able to train closely with the team without losing any of his college eligibility years.
Smart welcomed this development.
“We are incredibly excited about Sheek joining our program,” he said via the team website.
“He comes from a terrific family and basketball background and possesses incredible character and intelligence.
“We’re grateful for Sheek’s uncommon commitment to relationships, growth and victory,” Smart said. “Marquette Nation will really enjoy getting to know him!”
Pearson will be able to train with the team’s current players and learn from the likes of big man Joshua Clark, Ben Gold, and Caeden Hamilton.
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