Kerr Kriisa Transfers to Cincinnati for Final NCAA Season

CINCINNATI, Ohio — Former Kentucky guard Kerr Kriisa announced he will transfer to the Cincinnati Bearcats for the upcoming NCAA basketball season. This change marks the fourth different school for Kriisa during his college career.

The decision comes after a challenging season at Kentucky, where an injury limited his playtime to just nine games. Kriisa suffered a broken foot in a matchup against Gonzaga on December 5, which sidelined him for the rest of the year, leading him to seek a medical redshirt.

During his brief tenure at Kentucky, Kriisa averaged 4.4 points, 3.8 assists, and 2.4 rebounds while shooting 27.9% from the field. He was known for his ability to push the pace and create opportunities for his teammates. Despite the injury setback, Kriisa continued to maintain a positive presence on the bench, cheering on his teammates and offering support.

“To Coach Mark Pope and the UK coaching staff – it has been an absolute dream to play for the University of Kentucky,” Kriisa expressed via social media. “Thank you for your continued support.”

His career began at Arizona, where he was recognized as a key contributor for three seasons before transferring to West Virginia for the 2023-24 season. After a year with the Mountaineers, he transitioned to Kentucky, where he had hoped to conclude his NCAA journey.

“To my teammates — I am so thankful for the relationships we’ve formed during my time at Kentucky,” Kriisa wrote. “I will keep those friendships for a lifetime. To BBN (Big Blue Nation) — your unending support of me and my team has been amazing.”

Kriisa’s most notable performance came during a game against Bucknell, where he posted six points, 12 assists, four rebounds, and one block. He now aims to secure a significant role in Cincinnati’s backcourt, hoping to bounce back from his injury and demonstrate his playmaking skills.

Cincinnati is looking for fresh talent as they prepare for the next season, and Kriisa’s experience could prove invaluable. His career averages across his five years in collegiate programs stand at 9.3 points, 4.6 assists, and 2.3 rebounds in 108 games played.