Trae Rideau

Walters State let’s do it ! #committed

What a season…This 25–26 group handled adversity all year -TRUE WINNERS. If you’re not recruiting our guys, you’re missing out on culture/program changers. I appreciate everyone who supports @MBBWaltersState. 🔴🔵🤘🏽 #GUTH 32–2 Record | TCCAA Region 7 Champs | NJCAA Elite 8 |

We caught up with Head Coach Jerry Nichols of Walters State following their win over Midland College. With four players in double figures — led by Jamar Livingston (19), Taquez Butler (17), Carter Webb (17), and Brian Carter (12) — Coach Nichols broke down what opened up offensively and how their balance created winning basketball. Put some respect on their name. Walters State continues to prove they belong on this stage. Coach Nichols also shared the message in the locker room as his group moves to 2–0 at the national tournament and prepares for the Elite 8.

WALTERS STATE CONTINUES THEIR RUN⛹️‍♂️⛹️‍♂️⛹️‍♂️ @WaltersStSports put in the WORK in the second half and will MOVE ON‼️🗣️ 📺: ESPN+

MBB Quarterfinals 3/7 @TCCAAsports / Region 7 Tournament Final (1) Walters St. 94 (9) Volunteer St. 63 @WaltersStSports @MBBWaltersState @VSCCPioneers @VSCCPioneersMBB

Congratulations to the Senators of @MBBWaltersState for earning the James Cigliano Trophy by winning the @TCCAAsports Regular Season with a record of 19-1. @WaltersStSports

Last game out the guys had a dunk party and moved to a 23-1 record. Big-time week ahead of us. Enjoy some of the visuals & sounds!!! 🔴🔵🤘🏽#WaltersUp #GUTH

#14 @MBBWaltersState protected home court yesterday against Jackson State😤 Finished 9-1 (17-1) in conference play, Round 2 starts Saturday vs Southwest #GUTH 🔵🔴 @WaltersStSports @CoachNicholsj @JUCOadvocate @TheNielsenFile @JucoRecruiting @NJCAABasketball

@MBBWaltersState #16 keeps rolling in 2026‼️ Gave Columbia State their first conference loss 87-59 last night ‼️ 16 3’s made 😤😤😤 @CoachNicholsj @TheNielsenFile @JUCOadvocate @NJCAABasketball @WaltersStSports

Mid season highlights @CA_Hoop @teammookiebetts @AndrewForce8

Final highlight & we back at it.. Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #5 Carter Webb 6-3 Fr. | Murfreesboro, TN “CWebb” is one of the smoothest players in the country. He can ISO score on all 3 levels & shoot the blood out of the basketball. Player Comparison: Devin Booker

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #20 Jaceion Coffey @Jaceioncoffey20 6-7 RFr. | Pulaski, TN “JC” is a big time shooter with great positional size at the forward spot. He is elite in pick & pop situation & has a great feel to make reads. Player Comparison: Cam Johnson

We’re back.. Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #2 Trae Rideau 6-0 Fr. | Clarksville, TN “Trae” is an HM athlete that’s a menace defensively. A PG that gets everyone involved & he lives in paint with his speed. Crazy finisher at the rim Player Comparison: Nate Robinson

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #11 Caiden Bauldwin 6-5 Fr. | Cleveland, TN “Caiden” is a skilled & versatile guard. He is a very good slasher & can defend multiple positions. A playmaker with high level athleticism that makes reads. Player Comparison: Alex Caruso

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #23 Tyrese Stovall 6-8 F | Cleveland, TN “Rese” is an extremely active/athletic forward. His skill & knowledge in pick & roll actions are special. He has elite touch, speed, with power around the rim. Player Comparison: Derek Lively

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #0 Taquez “King” Butler 6-4 CG | Memphis, TN “King” is a 3 level scorer that makes his teammates better. He is an elite playmaker, big-time shooter, & ISO monster. Super unselfish, speedy, & shifty!! Player Comparison: Dejounte Murray

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #12 Brian Carter Jr. 6-6 Soph | Memphis, TN “BJ” is a swish army knife that does everything on the court. He is a physical downhill point-forward that defends at an elite level. Elite playmaker with skill!! Player Comparison: Jalen Suggs

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #4 Jaquavious Wallace 6-5 Soph | Decatur, GA “Quay” is a strong versatile guard that scores in a variety of ways. He impacts games with his toughness & ability to defend at a high level. Player Comparison: Marcus Smart

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #15 Jayden Nesbitt 6-9 Soph | Hunstville, AL “J-Nes” is versatile & has a great combination of touch & skill. He changes games defensively because he can switch 1-5. Elite timing & shot blocking ability. Player Comparison: Daniel Gafford

Midseason Highlights🎞️🔴🔵🏀🤘🏽 #GUTH #3 Malaki Brooks @MaliBrooks11 6-1 Soph | Union City, TN “Mali” is a PG that’s electric. He’s an ISO scorer that set guys up. You need a scoring PG with speed, he’s HIM!!! 42%-3’s (21/49), 51 Ast so far. Player Comparison: Rob Dillingham