Bradley Braves Secure Transfer Forward Xander Alarie, Adding Size and Scoring

Context The Braves have been active in the NCAA transfer portal, adding two frontcourt players in consecutive days. With the new signings, Bradley’s roster stands at 13, including walk‑on Gus Rugaard, leaving three scholarships open. Coach Brian Wardle said the team is comfortable with the current number and may use a scholarship for a high‑school point guard willing to redshirt.

Key Facts Alarie signed on Wednesday, a day after Joshua Ibukunoluwa committed to Bradley. At Northeastern during the 2025-26 season, he posted 10.3 points and 7.4 rebounds per game, starting all 11 games he played and reaching double figures in five of them. Wardle described Alarie as a skilled, high‑IQ forward who can score inside and out, labeling him a "real matchup problem" for opposing teams.

What It Means Alarie’s size (6‑foot‑8, 235 pounds) and versatility give Bradley an inside‑out option at the four spot, complementing Ibukunoluwa’s potential as a lob threat and rebounder. The duo adds depth to a frontcourt that now has three scholarship vacancies, allowing flexibility for future recruiting. The Braves will look to integrate Alarie’s perimeter shooting and post play into their system as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Watch how Alarie’s scoring and rebounding translate to Bradley’s conference play and whether the remaining scholarships are used to pursue a point guard.