Amir Jenkins, a high-profile four-star point guard from Worcester Academy in Massachusetts, has officially committed to West Virginia for the **2025 season**, after reclassifying from the 2026 class. Announced July 1 on X (formerly Twitter), Jenkins confirmed to Rivals and others that he’ll be joining the Mountaineers this fall ([wdtv.com][1]). Previously committed for 2026, he’s chosen to graduate early, skip his senior year of high school, and enroll at WVU in time for this upcoming season—a move that gives immediate roster impact to new head coach Ross Hodge .
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**📊 Background & Rankings**
* **Class & Ranking**
* Originally a 2026 recruit, now reclassified to 2025.
* Ranked around **No. 81–99** nationally in the 2026 class and \~No. 14 at his position by 247Sports before reclassifying ([fanrecap.com][2]).
* **Physical Profile**
* Listed between **6′2″ to 6′3″**, 170–180 lb guard ([si.com][3]).
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**🏆 High School Accolades & Play Style**
* **State Champion & Player of the Year**
In 2023–24, Jenkins earned **MaxPreps Player of the Year** honors after leading North Worcester High School (and later Worcester Academy) to a flawless 24‑0 season and a Division I state title. He averaged 13.6 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts, and 2.6 stls per game ([wvsportsnow.com][4]).
* **AAU & Camp Shine**
As a standout for Boston Amateur Basketball Club in the 3SSB circuit, Jenkins averaged 14.1 pts and 4 asts per game this summer ([fanrecap.com][2]). He also competed at the prestigious NBPA Top 100 Camp — reinforcing his status as a high-major-level prospect ([yardbarker.com][5]).
* **Point‑Guard Skills & Two‑Way Game**
Scouts praise Jenkins as a “playmaking lead guard and tone-setter on both ends” with a dynamic first step, open‑court vision, and half‑court craftiness ([wvsportsnow.com][4]). He’s known for aggressive defense—quick to stay in front of ball handlers, strong instincts, and intense competitiveness .
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**📌 Reclassification Boosts WVU Roster Immediately**
Jenkins’s move to reclassify isn’t just symbolic—it gives WVU a mature, experienced lead guard in Ross Hodge’s **very first season**. Hodge inherited a roster in flux and has already added two 2025 freshmen: wing Jayden Forsythe and forward DJ Thomas ([si.com][3]). Entering the 2025–26 season, Jenkins will likely slot in as point guard alongside experienced transfers like Jasper Floyd and returning players, complementing the team both on the court and in the locker room ([yardbarker.com][5]).
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**🎯 Why WVU Was the Choice**
* **“Felt like home” factor**
After an official visit on June 26 and committing by July 1, Jenkins emphasized the strong connection he felt with the coaching staff. “I chose West Virginia because it felt like home. I like Coach Ross… I’m ready to play in college” ([wvsportsnow.com][4]).
* **High-Major attention**
Even as of late June, Jenkins held over 20 DI offers—including Arizona State, Boston College, Creighton, Georgia, Maryland, Oklahoma State, Providence, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest, Xavier, Mississippi State, and Maryland ([wvsportsnow.com][4]). But WVU’s vision for his immediate impact and role stood out.
* **Fit in system**
Hodge’s defensive mindset aligns with Jenkins’s grit and competitiveness. According to 247Sports’s Adam Finklestein, Jenkins is the kind of guard Hodge can build around—someone quick, energetic, defensively tenacious, and with leadership ability ([wvsportsnow.com][4]).
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**🚀 What Jenkins Brings to Morgantown**
| Trait | Description |
| ————————— | ————————————————————————– |
| **Immediate playmaking** | Spearheads WVU’s offense with court vision and ability to penetrate. |
| **Speed & tempo creator** | Pushes fast breaks and sets rhythm in transition. |
| **Two-way tenacity** | On-ball defender with energy and commitment to stopping elite guards. |
| **Leadership & experience** | A state champ and camp standout, ready to contribute right away. |
| **Big 12 readiness** | Blend of length, competitiveness, and IQ suited for a physical conference. |
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**📅 Timeline & Next Steps**
* **June 26, 2025**: Official visit to WVU, met coaching staff and locker room ([reddit.com][6], [wvsportsnow.com][4], [reddit.com][7]).
* **July 1, 2025**: Publicly committed and confirmed reclassification ([wdtv.com][1]).
* **Fall 2025**: Enrolls in school, attends fall camp, competes for PG minutes.
* **2025–26 Season**: Bumps WVU’s backcourt depth; can start or play major backup minutes.
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**🔍 Bigger Picture: Ross Hodge’s Build**
Hodge is in the early stages of molding his roster. After bringing in Forsythe and DJ Thomas as 2025 signees, Jenkins’s addition gives immediate guard depth with promise. Combined with portal transfers like Jasper Floyd, the Mountaineers look to blend experience and youth in a skilled backcourt. For WVU fans, the arrival of Jenkins signals early momentum—a top-tier recruit willing to skip his senior prep year to suit up for Morgantown.
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**🧭 Season Outlook**
* **On-Court**: Expect Jenkins to challenge for the starting point guard spot. His mix of pace, defense, and vision may help ignite WVU’s scoring and tempo.
* **Off-Court**: Freshman leadership and a tournament pedigree add to locker room culture.
* **Long-Term**: If Jenkins grows into his role, he could form the core of Hodge’s program with multiple seasons ahead.