PORTLAND, Ore. – University of Portland men's basketball has signed big man Cyprian Hyde (Oceanside, Calif./Vista HS) to a National Letter of Intent, head coach Shantay Legans announced on Thursday.
Hyde (6-10, 220) provides versatility from the post position with his size and athleticism. An elite shot blocker with three-point shooting range, Hyde was named the Vista High School Defensive Player of the Year last season. He finished the season averaging 16.5 points, 11.5 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game. Hyde has competed with Gamepoint on the club circuit since seventh grade.
"The Portland coaching staff has believed in me since my freshman year," Hyde said of his decision to commit to the Pilots.