At the end of May, the basketball community buzzed with news that AJ Dybantsa, the leading high school basketball prospect for the Class of 2025, had announced a scholarship offer from the Utah Runnin’ Utes. Shortly after, he revealed plans to play his senior year at Utah Prep in Hurricane and also received a scholarship offer from BYU Cougars. His notoriety grew further when Dybantsa visited the BYU campus and indicated he would announce the final ten colleges he’s considering by month’s end.
Dybantsa, standing at 6-foot-9 and weighing 200 pounds, offered insights to Sam Lance from Zagsblog about his college experiences so far, emphasizing BYU and Auburn as standout visits. Even though BYU is three hours away from Utah Prep, Dybantsa appreciated the campus tour and facilities. His father Ace, who manages all college communications, ensures a structured visit schedule, intending to revisit his top choices before committing.
For BYU, securing Dybantsa would be a monumental win, adding momentum to their recent recruiting successes under Coach Kevin Young. Young has already attracted NBA prospects like Egor Demin and Kanon Catchings, suggesting a promising future if Dybantsa joins their ranks. As Dybantsa narrows down his options, programs like Kentucky, Alabama, USC, and Duke remain in the fray, keeping the basketball world attentively watching his final decision.