Maryland Basketball: Breaking down newcomers on 2020-21 roster

Maryland Basketball 2020 Newcomers: The Walk-Ons

If you follow Maryland Basketball, you know that the guys on their bench unit wind up being some of the most lovable players on the roster. ‘The South Pole’ was popularized through the efforts of walk-on Andrew Terrell and has since produced some beloved names.

While the Terrapin walk-ons almost never receive significant playing time, they play an invaluable role as part of the scout team that mimics opponents in practice. Here’s a look at some of the newcomers who might wind up becoming fan favorites.

Jade Brahmbhatt

Brahmbhatt is a rising junior who is technically a transfer, but he joins the Terrapins as a preferred walk-on. He played 2 minutes in the last two seasons at Pacific University. The 5’11” guard is returning to his hometown school after attending Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School. He will wear number 22 for the Terps.

Aidan McCool

Aidan McCool is a native of South Carolina who attended Bishop England High School. He averaged 14.4 points per game in his high school career and became a part of his alma mater’s 1,000-point club in his senior season. The 6’3″ shooting guard will wear number 20.

Connor Odom

Odom hails from Annapolis, Maryland. He attended both Archbishop Spalding and Oak Hill Academy during his high school years. His father, Ryan Odom, is the head coach at UMBC who upset the top-seeded Virginia Cavaliers in the 2018 NCAA Tournament.

Odom considered playing for his father at UMBC but ultimately decided Maryland was a better fit for him. He will wear number 14.