High Point transfer Zack Austin commits to Pitt following official visit

PITTSBURGH — On Tuesday evening, Pitt earned its first transfer commitment of the offseason, as High Point transfer Zack Austin committed to the Panthers.

“I am really excited to play in front of the zoo, honestly,” Austin told Pittsburgh Sports Now. “They really showed me mad love since I went on the visit. Even when I was there, I talked to the leader of the Zoo. They were bringing that energy. It’s going to be a fun place to play at.”

Austin, a 6-foot-7 wing out of Winston Salem, North Carolina, committed to Pitt after his recent official visit. He spent this past weekend in Pittsburgh, touring the Pitt facilities with the entire coaching staff. Specifically, Austin told PSN that he was recruited by the Capel brothers: Jeff (HC) and Jason (Assistant).

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