ST. LOUIS – Forward Sheek Pearson announced today he will transfer to Saint Louis University to continue his basketball career. He begins his four years of collegiate eligibility in the 2026-27 season.

A native of St. Charles, Mo., Pearson redshirted last season at Marquette University. A one-time top-50 prospect in ESPN's recruiting rankings, Pearson is the highest-rated recruit to sign with the program since Larry Hughes (1997-98). 

"We are really excited to add a player and person of Sheek Pearson's caliber to our program," SLU head coach Josh Schertz said. "He's not just talented, he's super competitive and extremely ambitious with the horsepower behind it in terms of his work ethic.

"Sheek is a fantastic rim protector who rebounds on both ends of the floor," Schertz said. "He's the rare archetype who can create vertical and horizontal spacing. Sheek's combination of humility, confidence and drive will allow him to reach his immense ceiling. It is a great day for Billiken basketball."

The 6-foot-11 Pearson prepped at John Burroughs School in St. Louis under former Billiken Darryl "Pee Wee" Lenard. Pearson helped lead the Bombers to a state tournament runner-up finish in 2023-24 and a district title game appearance in 2024-25, contributing to an impressive 69-19 team record over his career. 

As a senior, he averaged 16.6 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game while shooting 64.2 percent from the field. His performance earned him All-State and All-District honors, along with first-team All-Metro Conference recognition for the third consecutive year. He also led the program in blocked shots during each of his final two seasons.

In his junior year, he posted 13.2 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game, helping guide the team to a 27-5 record and a berth in the state title game.

Outside of high school competition, he competed on the AAU circuit with Brad Beal Elite, capturing the Peach Jam U16 championship in 2024 and the U17 title in 2025.