EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball announced the signing of guard Amaree Brown for the 2025-26 season.
“We’re excited to welcome Amaree to our basketball family,” said USI Head Coach Stan Gouard. “He brings a high-level work ethic and competitive edge from his time at Oklahoma Panhandle.
“We believe his length, athleticism, and toughness will make an immediate impact and help elevate our program,” concluded Gouard.
Brown is transferring to USI after spending two seasons at Oklahoma Panhandle State University. He appeared in 53 games, making 46 starts, for the Aggies the last two seasons, averaging 14.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game.
In 2024-25, Brown averaged a two-year best 17.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. He posted a career-high 34 points versus the University of North Texas Dallas and a season-high eight rebounds on three different occasions.
Brown opened his collegiate career in 2023-24 by posting 11.0 points and 3.5 rebounds per contest. He dropped in a season-best 26 points against Southwestern Christian College, while grabbing a career-best 10 rebounds versus UNT Dallas.
Before starting his collegiate career, Brown lettered in basketball at Wells Community Academy (Chicago, Illinois). The 6-5 guard helped the Wells Academy to the Chicago city and regional championships.
The USI Screaming Eagles are a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and will be NCAA Tournament eligible in 2025-26 following the completion of the accelerated transition from Division II. USI has reached the OVC Championship in two of the first three seasons of Division I action.
