Four-star small forward officially signs with Florida basketball
CJ Ingram, a four-star small forward from Montverde Academy, officially signed with Florida basketball on Wednesday.
Ingram, who is the son of former Gators football player Cornelius Ingram, brings not only his high-ranking talents but also a deep familial connection to Florida basketball.
Ingram's high school performance and achievements at Montverde solidified his reputation as one of the top recruits in the nation. Ranked as the No. 5 small forward and the No. 4 overall recruit in the state of Florida, his commitment to the Gators was highly anticipated.
Florida basketball head coach Todd Golden and his staff did an excellent job in bringing Ingram to Gainesville. He joins an elite program and his all-around play and dedication to improving have made him one of the most-watched prospects in the 2025 class.
Ingram's commitment to Florida is not just about continuing a family tradition, but also about contributing to a team he has grown up supporting. While he respects and honors his father's legacy, Ingram is focused on carving out his own path and making his mark at Florida.
Recruiting Summary
Rated highly across the major recruiting platforms, Ingram secured a composite score of 97 from 247Sports, positioning him as the 22nd overall national recruit, the fifth-best small forward and the fourth-highest-ranked player in Florida. ESPN offers a slightly more conservative assessment, rating him 89 with placements as the 26th national prospect and seventh among small forwards. Rivals ranks him as the 59th national prospect and the 20th in his position group.
Ingram verbally committed to the University of Florida on Aug. 12, 2024.
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