Texas A&M
Scout Report
Standing at 6-10 with a national ranking of #60, this West Coast big man has already locked up his college destination while still developing his imposing presence in the paint.
Background
Hailing from Pasadena, California, Josh Irving has been making waves at Pasadena High School as one of the premier centers on the West Coast. His development through the California prep basketball circuit has caught the attention of major college programs nationwide, establishing him as a coveted big man recruit in a loaded 2026 class.
Playing Style
Irving brings the classic center skill set with his 6-10 frame, using his size advantage to control the paint on both ends of the floor. He shows solid fundamentals around the basket with soft hands and good positioning for rebounds and put-backs. His defensive presence alters shots in the lane, though he's still developing his lateral mobility against quicker opponents. Irving's post moves are developing nicely, and he shows flashes of extending his range, suggesting room for growth as he continues to add strength and refine his footwork.
Recruitment
With 14 Division I offers from powerhouse programs including Kansas, Kentucky, Louisville, and USC, Irving generated serious interest from top-tier programs. He ultimately committed to Texas A&M, choosing the Aggies over a loaded offer sheet that demonstrates his high-major potential. His ceiling projects as a solid conference-level center with the frame and fundamentals to contribute immediately.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Texas A&M
COLLEGE
Pasadena
PREP SCHOOL
Compton Magic
AAU
Career Highlights
Bucky McMillan and the Aggies land a MASSIVE commitment from Pasadena (CA) Big Man Josh Irving
Welcome to Aggieland, Josh Irving - Consensus 4-star prospect, National top-40 player
Welcome to Aggieland, Josh Irving - 4-star, No. 51 player in the class of 2026, Top 5 Center
Offers
14
Texas A&M
Committed
Chose Texas A&M over 13 other offers
San Diego State
SMU
Kansas
Louisville
KentuckySocial Activity
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2026 fast-rising big man Josh Irving talks recent Kentucky offer and recruitment https://t.co/e76QT7ExLm
Josh Irving checking in at #40! The crockpot is simmering!!! @Josh_Irving21 🏁🏁🏁 @TeamCPSA ONLY THING THAT MATTERS IS DEVELOPMENT!!!!
After an impressive run on the PRO16 circuit—capped by a 17U championship—6'11" big man Josh Irving’s (@Josh_Irving21) stock has skyrocketed. Draftstack's Pablo Cong (@ScoutPCong) dives in, check it out at the link in the replies below! ⬇️ https://t.co/B6JBx5DeeM
The most prolific dunkers in PRO16 across all age groups: https://t.co/UMOWUbQ9dD