**Sammy Jackson Commits to Indiana Hoosiers: A Major Win for IU Basketball**
In a significant boost for Indiana University’s basketball program, Class of 2026 standout Sammy Jackson has announced his commitment to the Hoosiers. The 6-foot-7, 185-pound wing from Roman Catholic High School in Philadelphia is a four-star recruit, ranked No. 94 nationally according to the 247Sports Composite .
Jackson’s decision comes after narrowing his choices to four schools: Indiana, Texas, VCU, and St. Joe’s. He plans to make his official announcement on June 25, following visits to Indiana on June 13-14 and Texas on June 16-17 .
During his junior year, Jackson averaged 13.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.2 steals per game, leading Roman Catholic to the PIAA 6A championship game. He also made 51 three-pointers that season . On the Nike EYBL circuit with Team Final, he posted averages of 11.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 43.5% from beyond the arc .([insidethehall.com][2], [thedailyhoosier.com][3])
Jackson is the son of former Temple and NBA player Marc Jackson, bringing a strong basketball pedigree to Bloomington .([thedailyhoosier.com][3])
His commitment marks a significant achievement for new head coach Darian DeVries, who is looking to make an immediate impact in his first year at the helm. Jackson’s versatility and shooting ability make him a valuable addition to the Hoosiers’ roster, and his decision signals a promising start to DeVries’ tenure.([The Crimson Quarry][4])
For more insights into Jackson’s recruitment and what his commitment means for Indiana basketball, check out the following video:
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