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11/11/2026 12:00:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BUFFALO, N.Y. – The University at Buffalo men's basketball Head Coach George Halcovage III announced his incoming class on Wednesday. The Bulls signed two incoming freshmen to their class in David Lunn III (Albuquerque, N.M.) and Stetson Merritt Jr. (Troy, N.Y.).
David Lunn III // Guard/Wing // CATS/Volcano Vista // Albuquerque, N.M.
Lunn, a New Mexico native, attended Volcano Vista High School in Albuquerque before attending CATS Academy in Boston. At Volcano Vista, he was named New Mexico Gatorade and MaxPreps Player of the Year as he led them to three consecutive 5A New Mexico State Championship titles. Last season at Volcano Vista, he averaged 20.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists. Lunn shot 54.4% from the field as he scored 23 points in the state championship game.
Stetson Merritt Jr. // Guard // New Hampton // Troy, N.Y.
Merritt will return to the State of New York as he attended Troy High School before going to New Hampton School. While at Troy, he ranked among the top-25 players in New York for points per game, averaging 22.0 ppg in the 2023-24 season. He led all players in Class AA in points per game. A true scorer, he surpassed the 1,000-point mark as a sophomore. In 2024-25, he was named to the Times Union Large School First Team, as well as Colonial Council Co-MVP. Last year Merritt earned All-NEPSAC AAA Honorable Mention.
"We are excited to officially welcome David, Stet and their families to Buffalo Basketball," exclaimed Halcovage. "Both are versatile guards that come from winning pedigrees who will strengthen our program in 2027-28!
"David's toughness, physicality and competitive fire will bring immediate energy on both ends of the floor.
"Stet's creativity, scoring ability and feel for the game will be an exciting addition to our backcourt.
"We look forward to them joining us next year and can't wait to coach these outstanding young men!"
The Bulls are back in action on Sunday, Nov. 15th at 5:30 p.m. as they host the Canisius Golden Griffins.
For all the latest on UB men's basketball, follow the team on Twitter/X and Instagram at @UBuffaloMBB and like the UB Men's Basketball Facebook page.
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David Lunn III // Guard/Wing // CATS/Volcano Vista // Albuquerque, N.M.
Lunn, a New Mexico native, attended Volcano Vista High School in Albuquerque before attending CATS Academy in Boston. At Volcano Vista, he was named New Mexico Gatorade and MaxPreps Player of the Year as he led them to three consecutive 5A New Mexico State Championship titles. Last season at Volcano Vista, he averaged 20.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists. Lunn shot 54.4% from the field as he scored 23 points in the state championship game.
Stetson Merritt Jr. // Guard // New Hampton // Troy, N.Y.
Merritt will return to the State of New York as he attended Troy High School before going to New Hampton School. While at Troy, he ranked among the top-25 players in New York for points per game, averaging 22.0 ppg in the 2023-24 season. He led all players in Class AA in points per game. A true scorer, he surpassed the 1,000-point mark as a sophomore. In 2024-25, he was named to the Times Union Large School First Team, as well as Colonial Council Co-MVP. Last year Merritt earned All-NEPSAC AAA Honorable Mention.
"We are excited to officially welcome David, Stet and their families to Buffalo Basketball," exclaimed Halcovage. "Both are versatile guards that come from winning pedigrees who will strengthen our program in 2027-28!
"David's toughness, physicality and competitive fire will bring immediate energy on both ends of the floor.
"Stet's creativity, scoring ability and feel for the game will be an exciting addition to our backcourt.
"We look forward to them joining us next year and can't wait to coach these outstanding young men!"
The Bulls are back in action on Sunday, Nov. 15th at 5:30 p.m. as they host the Canisius Golden Griffins.
For all the latest on UB men's basketball, follow the team on Twitter/X and Instagram at @UBuffaloMBB and like the UB Men's Basketball Facebook page.
Click here for ticket information.
Click here for information on the Bulls Championship Fund and how you can help UB Athletics.
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