Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats coaching staff continue their aggressive recruiting efforts by officially extending an offer to four-star prospect Josh Irving, a standout in the 2026 recruiting class.
Irving, a 6-foot-10 center from Pasadena High School in California, has rapidly gained national attention for his size, mobility, and growing offensive arsenal. Ranked among the top 100 players in his class, Irving brings a mix of length, athleticism, and upside that has drawn interest from top programs across the country.
The offer from Kentucky underscores the coaching staff’s continued emphasis on adding elite frontcourt talent, particularly those who can stretch the floor, protect the rim, and develop into multi-level contributors at the next level. Pope and his staff have made it clear that they are prioritizing long-term player development while competing for top-tier talent in each cycle.
Irving’s recruitment is expected to heat up significantly with Kentucky now officially in the mix. While he’s yet to announce a decision timeline, the Wildcats’ early involvement positions them as a major player moving forward.
As the 2026 recruiting picture begins to take shape, Kentucky’s pursuit of rising stars like Irving signals their commitment to building a dominant foundation for the future.
