Excitement fills Texas Tech Red Raiders as Red Raiders men’s Basketball star Josiah Moseley announces, I’m not going anywhere. He Re-Commits with Red Raiders for the 2025-26 season after making the bold decision. Head Coach Grant McCasland has promised to make him
BREAKING NEWS: Texas Tech Star Josiah Moseley Re-Commits for 2025-26 Season, Says “I’m Not Going Anywhere”
Lubbock, TX – In a moment that sent shockwaves of excitement across Red Raider Nation, Texas Tech men’s basketball standout Josiah Moseley has officially announced his decision to re-commit to the Red Raiders for the 2025-26 season. Moseley, one of the most electrifying young talents in college basketball, made the declaration Monday morning with just five words that lit up social media: “I’m not going anywhere.”
The announcement comes after weeks of speculation about Moseley’s future, with rumors swirling about possible transfers to other high-profile programs or even a leap to the NBA. But instead of following the path many anticipated, Moseley has chosen loyalty — and Red Raider fans couldn’t be happier.
“I believe in what we’re building here,” Moseley said in a statement. “Coach McCasland and this team are family. I’m staying to finish what we started.”
Head Coach Grant McCasland, who took over the program with a mission to rebuild and restore pride in Red Raider basketball, could hardly contain his excitement following Moseley’s announcement.
“Josiah is the heart of this team,” McCasland said. “His leadership, his fight, his work ethic — they set the tone for everyone in that locker room. We made a promise to Josiah when he first committed: we’d build around him, help him grow, and make him a key figure in our rise. That promise hasn’t changed. In fact, it’s only stronger now.”
Moseley, a 6’7” forward known for his explosiveness, basketball IQ, and two-way dominance, averaged 17.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game last season. His performances drew national attention, with many analysts projecting him as a potential first-round pick if he declared for the NBA Draft. But instead, he’s decided to remain in Lubbock for at least one more year, with one goal in mind: a championship.
“I’m here to win,” Moseley added. “We’ve got unfinished business. The work isn’t done.”
Red Raider fans responded immediately to the news, flooding social media with celebratory messages, graphics, and heartfelt gratitude. The hashtag #MoseleyReturns began trending on X (formerly Twitter) just minutes after the announcement.
Athletic Director Kirby Hocutt praised Moseley’s decision as “a defining moment for the program.”
“What Josiah just did speaks volumes,” Hocutt said. “In today’s era of constant movement and personal branding, he chose team, loyalty, and legacy. That means everything to Texas Tech.”
Moseley’s return solidifies Texas Tech’s core heading into the 2025-26 campaign. The team is expected to return several key starters and is welcoming a top-15 recruiting class, with scouts now projecting the Red Raiders as early favorites to contend for a Big 12 title — and perhaps more.
“This is a championship-level move,” said ESPN analyst Seth Greenberg. “Texas Tech just got a major boost. Moseley could’ve gone anywhere, but he’s betting on himself and his team. That’s rare — and powerful.”
Inside the locker room, teammates echoed the sentiment. “He’s our guy,” said sophomore guard Elijah Price. “He stayed when he didn’t have to. That tells us we’re building something real.”
The Red Raiders are scheduled to begin preseason training in late August, and with Moseley back in the fold, excitement around the program has reached a fever pitch. Season ticket sales are already seeing a surge, and Red Raider Arena is expected to be packed to the rafters this fall.
For now, fans can breathe easy — Josiah Moseley is staying in scarlet and black. And with him, Texas Tech’s hopes of a deep tournament run burn brighter than ever.
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