On April 17th, Stanford just added another big piece to their SAC 2026 recruiting class, signing 6'10 forward Drew Anderson. From Rancho Santa Margarita, California, he's the fifth commit, joining Elias Obinaya, Aziz Olajuwon, Julius Price, and Isaiah Rogers, building what looks like a powerhouse group under coach. Kyle Smith, rated a four-star prospect by 247 Sports and ESPN, Anderson ranks as a top 25 player in California. As a senior, he dropped 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds per game, powering Santa Margarita Catholic to back-to-back Trinity League titles, and a 28-win, sixth-loss season that landed them top five in the state.
His high school dominance earned him co-player of the year in the Trinity League, alongside national top 10 recruit Christian Collins, plus two-time, first-team all-league nods, all Southern California, and all Orange County honors. Coaches rave about his toughness, leadership, and team-first vibe that sets him apart. Kyle Smith called Anderson an immediate fan favorite with inside-outside scoring and rebounding chops, someone they've chased since day one who picked, Stanford over top programs. His Santa Margarita coach highlighted his unmatched growth and culture impact, predicting he'll thrive in Palo Alto.
This move caps a strong haul for Stanford Hoops, setting the stage for some serious contention down the line as these young guns hit campus.