Jalon Bailey brings WVU Tech fresh guard energy and local-winning pedigree
Jalon Bailey is a freshman guard for the West Virginia Tech Golden Bears in the 2025-26 season, and his profile points to a compact, competitive backcourt piece with hometown roots from Shady Spring, WV.[1][7] He arrives after being recognized as a Class AAA all-state performer in West Virginia, which suggests he knows how to play in pressure moments and bring a winning mindset, not just box-score noise.[15] At 5-foot-10, he looks like a quick, guard-first fit who can add pace, toughness, and local energy to a roster that values perimeter play.[1][10]
