St. Thomas Celts' Steady Double-Double Forward Powering Undefeated Conference Run
Charles Gitonga, a junior forward for the St. Thomas (TX) Celts, is averaging 6.9 PPG and 6.5 RPG in the 2025-26 season, stepping up with 10 key points on finishes around the rim in a thrilling 71-69 road win over Texas Lutheran that kept his team 17-1 overall and 9-0 in SCAC[1][2]. After starting all 29 games as a sophomore on a dominant 26-3 squad, his reliable rebounding, interior scoring, and team-first intensity make him a glue-guy differentiator—no injury red flags, just consistent energy from his Cypress HS roots. Care because he's NBA draft-eligible in 2027 with upside; perfect fit for teams needing tough, versatile frontcourt depth[5][7].
