Freshman-to-sophomore breakout forward with two-way impact at Saint Leo
Jaylan McElroy enters 2025-26 as a proven **two-way forward** after earning 2024-25 Sunshine State Conference Freshman of the Year honors and averaging 12.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.2 blocks in 28 games with 23 starts[5][2]. His value goes beyond scoring: he repeatedly delivered big defensive moments, including four blocks, three steals and a 22-point, 12-rebound double-double in a win over No. 8 Florida Southern[4]. At 6-foot-7 with length, physicality and high activity, he looks like a strong fit for teams needing frontcourt versatility, defensive disruption and a reliable secondary scorer[2][5].
