SARASOTA, Fla. – New College of Florida Head Men's Basketball Coach Andrew Wingreen has announced the addition of six student-athletes who will join the Banyans for the 2026-27 season. The class features NCAA Division I experience, team captains, record holders, academic award recipients, degree holders, 4.0 student-athletes and players who have competed on nationally ranked teams.
The six newcomers are guard Ricardo Corvil (Kankakee Community College), forward Zachary Chambers (Southwestern Illinois College), guard Carson McCormick (Madison College), guard Dezmond McKinney (Bellarmine University/North Dakota State University), guard/forward Ashton Romney (Palm Beach State College) and guard Cyncier Harrison (Stetson University/Coker University).
"Talent gets attention, but character sustains success," Wingreen said. "Each of these young men brings a unique skill set that will help us on the court, but what excites me most is who they are as people. They are competitors, leaders and students who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence both academically and athletically. We were able to address important needs throughout our roster while adding individuals who fit our culture and vision.
"I believe this class has the talent to help us compete at a high level and the character to positively impact our campus and community. This group reflects New College's commitment to recruiting student-athletes who excel both on and off the court. Their leadership, academic achievement, competitive toughness and winning experience will strengthen our program as we continue building toward sustained success in Sarasota."
Ricardo Corvil, Guard, 6-4, Jr.-Tr., Broward, Fla. (Kankakee Community College/Somerset Preparatory Academy)
Corvil joins the Mighty Banyans after helping lead Kankakee Community College to a 22-10 record and an appearance in the NJCAA Region 4 Semifinals. The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 10.0 points and 8.0 rebounds per game while ranking among the NJCAA Division I leaders in offensive rebounds at 3.8 per contest.
A relentless presence on the glass, Corvil recorded multiple double-doubles during the season and finished among the top rebounders in NJCAA Region 4. Off the court, he maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA while earning his associate degree.
"Ricardo is an amazing athlete and a relentless competitor," Wingreen said. "He pursues the basketball with tenacity every possession and impacts winning in ways that don't always show up in the box score. He will bring toughness, energy and a competitive mentality to our program."
Why Corvil Chose NCF: "I chose NCF because it provides a great opportunity for me to continue growing both academically and athletically. The coaching staff, team culture and commitment to player development made it the right fit for me. I take pride in my work ethic, leadership and character both on and off the court, and I'm excited for the opportunity to contribute to the NCF program."
Zachary Chambers, Forward, 6-9, Jr.-Tr., Collinsville, Ill. (Southwestern Illinois College/Collinsville High School)
Chambers arrives at New College from NJCAA Division I program Southwestern Illinois College, where he appeared in all 30 games during the 2025-26 season.
The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 3.8 points and 2.3 rebounds per game while competing against some of the top junior college programs in the country. His size, length and defensive presence will add valuable depth to the Banyans' frontcourt.
In the classroom, Chambers excelled as a 4.0 student studying environmental studies and earned NJCAA Academic All-American honors in back-to-back years. He also earned his associate degree and was a Second Team All-Conference selection at Collinsville High School.
"Zachary gives us size, length and a tremendous presence around the basket," Wingreen said. "He is an outstanding rim protector and rebounder who continues to improve every day. Beyond his ability on the floor, he is a great teammate with a strong desire to become one of the best big men in the country."
Why Chambers Chose NCF: "I chose NCF because they not only showed genuine interest in my abilities as a basketball player, but also demonstrated that my academic future would be cared for as well. The combination of outstanding academics, a great basketball opportunity and some amazing beaches compared to Illinois made it an easy decision."
Carson McCormick, Guard, 6-0, Jr.-Tr., Janesville, Wis. (Madison College/Janesville Craig)
McCormick comes to Sarasota after a standout career at Madison College, where he helped lead the WolfPack to a 20-7 record during the 2025-26 season.
One of the premier shooters in junior college basketball, McCormick averaged 12.8 points per game while shooting 44.6 percent from three-point range. He knocked down 82 three-pointers on 184 attempts during the season and established Madison College records for three-pointers in both a season and a career.
McCormick helped lead Madison College to a national ranking for the first time in more than a decade, climbing as high as No. 10 in the country. He earned Rookie of the Year honors across all sports as a freshman, was named Team MVP as a sophomore, served as a team captain and earned his associate degree.
Prior to college, McCormick was a two-time team captain at Janesville Craig High School, where he joined the 1,000-point club, earned First Team All-Conference honors as a senior and Second Team All-Conference recognition as a junior. He also finished his prep career as the program's all-time leader in three-pointers made.
"Carson is one of the best shooters in the country," Wingreen said. "He has shot nearly 45 percent from three-point range over the past two seasons while making more than 80 three-pointers each year. His ability to stretch the floor and create spacing will have an immediate impact, and he brings a competitive toughness that fits perfectly within our program."
Why McCormick Chose NCF: "I chose New College of Florida because it felt like the best fit for me both academically and athletically," McCormick said. "I really connected with Coach Wingreen and felt confident in his vision for the program and my development as a player."
Dezmond McKinney, Guard, 6-0, Sr.-Tr., Raytown, Mo. (Bellarmine University/North Dakota State University/Raytown South High School)
McKinney brings NCAA Division I experience to the Banyans after competing at both Bellarmine University and North Dakota State University.
Over his collegiate career, the veteran guard appeared in 102 games, averaging 4.8 points per game while shooting 48.3 percent from the field and 89.3 percent from the free-throw line. He helped North Dakota State advance to multiple conference championship games before becoming a key contributor at Bellarmine, where he led the team in steals during the 2023-24 season and recorded career highs of 16 points, nine assists and five steals.
Prior to college, McKinney earned all-state and all-district honors at Raytown South High School, helping lead the Cardinals to a 25-3 record and a No. 1 ranking in the Kansas City metro area during his senior season. He also earned his bachelor's degree from Bellarmine University.
"Dez brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our program after playing Division I basketball at a high level," Wingreen said. "His leadership, maturity and understanding of what it takes to succeed will be tremendous assets to our team."
Why McKinney Chose NCF: "I chose New College because they recognized my potential to contribute significantly to the team, particularly in our pursuit of a conference championship."
Ashton Romney, Guard/Forward, 6-5, Jr.-Tr., Tucson, Ariz. (Palm Beach State College/Walden Grove High School)
Romney comes to New College after helping Palm Beach State College compile a 33-3 record and earn the No. 1 ranking in NJCAA Division II during the 2025-26 season. The Panthers held the nation's top ranking for 12 consecutive weeks, and Romney served as a starter on one of the premier junior college teams in the country. He averaged 3.4 points and 2.7 rebounds per game while establishing himself as an elite defender and versatile athlete.
Prior to college, Romney was a McDonald's All-American nominee, Region Offensive Player of the Year and a two-time First Team All-Region selection. He also holds the single-season scoring record at Walden Grove High School in Arizona.
Romney earned his associate degree from Palm Beach State College.
"Ashton is an elite defender and a gritty competitor," Wingreen said. "He comes from one of the top junior college programs in the country and understands what it takes to win at a high level."
Why Romney Chose NCF: "I chose NCF because the minute I got on campus it felt like home."
Cyncier Harrison, Guard, 5-11, Sr.-Tr., Greenville, Ga. (Stetson University/Coker University/New Faith Christian Academy)
Harrison joins New College with experience at both the NCAA Division I and Division II levels after competing at Stetson University and most recently at Coker University.
During his time at Stetson, Harrison appeared in 23 games, averaging 4.9 points per game while recording career highs of 15 points and 11 assists against Johnson University (Fla.). He was also a member of the Hatters' 2023-24 ASUN Championship team that advanced to the NCAA Tournament.
Prior to college, Harrison starred at New Faith Christian Academy in Georgia, where he averaged 18.6 points per game over two seasons and earned multiple Team Player of the Year honors. He was also a CISAA Second Team All-Conference selection at Providence Day School in North Carolina.
Off the court, Harrison earned his bachelor's degree in computer science and was an honor roll student during his prep career.
"Cyncier is someone I have known for several years dating back to our time recruiting him at Stetson," Wingreen said. "I am excited to welcome him to our program because he brings veteran leadership, valuable experience and a winning background."
Why Harrison Chose NCF: "I chose New College of Florida because it felt like the best place for me to spend my final year of eligibility. The coaching staff made me feel welcome from the start, and I really connected with their vision for the program and the culture they're building."
