Apr. 10—MORGANTOWN — Former Morgantown High School state champion and all-state selection Cam Danser enjoyed a breakout season in 2024-2025 for the WVU Tech Golden Bears men's basketball team.
After a role-building freshman season that he says showed "significant growth on and off the court ", Danser found his place among the lineup in Montgomery as a sophomore and impacted the team in a big way as one of the top outside shooters for the Golden Bears.
"As a freshman, I faced the challenge of adjusting to a new environment—learning a different system, building relationships with new teammates, and understanding my role within the team dynamic, " Cam said. "Once I found my rhythm, I capitalized on every opportunity presented to me."
Danser appeared in 27 games making 20 starts, doubling his playing time from his freshman season. He shot 40 % from the field, including 35 % from three-point range. Over half of his 90 made attempts came from long range, with 56 made triples. He averaged 9.7 points and 3.3 rebound, s playing 26 minutes per game.
"Entering my sophomore season, my primary goal was to contribute to my team's success in every possible way, " Danser said. "I was committed to securing victories, whether that meant guarding the opposing team's best player, shooting efficiently and confidently, diving for loose balls, or stepping up as a vocal leader on and off the court. My mindset was simple: put the team first and execute my role with maximum effort and intensity."
He scored 20 + points in four games, including a career-high 26 on December 2 against Kentucky Christian. On February 8, he scored 22 points in only 11 minutes of game time against Indiana University Columbus, shooting 7 of 12 from the field (6 /10 from three). In fact, in every game that he scored 20 or more, he made at least six three-pointers.
Even with the multiple 20-point games, Danser says he feels his breakout moment didn't come in any of those four performances.
"My breakthrough moment was undoubtedly our final home game against Rio Grande, " he said. "I finished with 16 points, having a complete game on both ends of the floor by playing aggressive defense, making key offensive plays, and sacrificing my body for the win. With many 20 — 25 point games, the complete games always stick out to me the most."
Now, after a breakout season, Danser has entered his name into the transfer portal with his sights set on playing at not only the Division I level but for a Power Five team.
"My decision to enter the transfer portal is rooted in a deep sense of purpose and passion, driven by a relentless work ethic and competitive spirit, " he said. "I know what it takes to succeed at the Power 5 level—the grit, the grind, and the unwavering commitment to growth. I'm ready to take on the challenge, push my limits, and bring everything I have to the court. The foundation of my preparation for the Power 5 level comes from the values instilled in me. I was taught from a young age that success is earned through hard work, discipline, and relentless dedication. I've applied those lessons to every aspect of my basketball journey, pushing myself to outwork the competition and stay committed to my dream. Every practice, trip to the park, every game, and every late-night session in the gym and off-season work has prepared me for this moment."
Although his options are open, there's one jersey Danser says he would enjoy donning the most on the hardwood.
"Since the closing of this year's season, I knew it was time to pursue the dream I've had since childhood—playing for WVU, " he said. "Growing up, I spent countless nights in the Coliseum watching the team, feeling the ...
