In a shocking turn of events, four-star guard Ashton Hardaway has flipped his commitment from the University of Tennessee to the University of Colorado. Hardaway, who is considered one of the top guards in the class of 2025, had been committed to Tennessee since August, but made the surprise decision to switch his commitment to Colorado on Tuesday.
“I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be joining the Colorado Buffaloes family!” Hardaway tweeted. “I want to thank Coach Boyle and the entire Colorado staff for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to be a part of this amazing program. I’m excited to be a Buff and can’t wait to get to work with my new teammates!”
Hardaway’s decision to flip his commitment to Colorado is a major coup for the program, which has been working to rebuild its roster after losing several key players to graduation and the NBA draft. The addition of Hardaway gives the Buffaloes a talented and athletic guard who is capable of making an immediate impact on the team.
“Ashton is an exceptional talent, and we’re thrilled to welcome him to the Colorado family,” said Colorado head coach Tad Boyle. “He’s got the size, speed, and athleticism to be a dominant force in the Pac-12, and we’re excited to see him in action. We believe he’s got the potential to be a game-changer for our program, and we’re looking forward to helping him develop his skills and reach his full potential.”
Hardaway’s commitment to Colorado is also a testament to the program’s strong recruiting efforts under Coach Boyle. Despite being in his 12th year as head coach, Boyle has continued to show his ability to attract top talent to Boulder, and Hardaway’s commitment is the latest example of that.
“I was impressed by the coaching staff’s energy and enthusiasm, and I believe they can help me reach my full potential as a player,” Hardaway said. “I’m also excited about the opportunity to play in the Pac-12, which is one of the toughest conferences in college basketball. I know it won’t be easy, but I’m ready for the challenge.”
In addition to Hardaway’s commitment, the Buffaloes have also received commitments from several other top prospects, including four-star forward, Tristan da Silva, and three-star guard, Jalen Weaver. The trio forms a strong foundation for Colorado’s recruiting class, and the Buffaloes are poised to make a deep run in the Pac-12.
Hardaway’s commitment to Colorado is also a surprise to many, as he had been considered a lock to attend Tennessee. However, it’s clear that the Buffaloes’ coaching staff made a strong impression on Hardaway, and he’s excited to join the program.
“I’m thrilled to be a part of the Colorado Buffaloes family, and I’m looking forward to getting to work with my new teammates,” Hardaway said. “It’s going to be a great ride, and I’m excited to see what the future holds.”