Quietly efficient redshirt freshman forward with high-upside defensive edge
Bearden is a 6-7 Ball State forward who redshirted in 2024-25 and entered the 2025-26 season as a redshirt freshman, bringing a sturdy 185-pound frame, high-motor defense, and a reputation from Sunnyslope as a First Team All-State and Defensive Player of the Year performer in 2023. In the 2025-26 season, he has flashed efficient, low-usage production in limited minutes, scoring 2.0 points per game on 56.3% shooting while providing activity without forcing shots. If your team wants length, toughness, and a player who can grow into a dependable two-way connector, he fits the mold.
