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2025-26 Men's Basketball Roster

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21 EJ Bryson

  • Height 6-4
  • Weight 175
  • Class Junior
  • Hometown San Juan Capistrano, Calif.
  • High School JSerra Catholic HS / Santiago Canyon

Biography

2025-26 Season Analysis
EJ Bryson serves as a primary ball-handling guard and steady presence in the backcourt, averaging 9.0 points, 2.9 assists, and 29.4 minutes per game while starting 18 contests. He shoulders a heavy workload, frequently initiating the offense, attacking downhill, and setting the tone defensively while shooting 75.0% from the free-throw line.

His season-defining moment comes with a buzzer-beating game-winner to lift APU past No. 22 Point Loma, sealing a statement 75–73 victory and showcasing his poise in the biggest moments. Bryson also delivers key scoring performances throughout the year, including 22 points at Concordia Irvine and 21 against Cal State San Marcos, reinforcing his role as a trusted playmaker and clutch shot-maker during a demanding schedule

Prior to APU

EJ joins the Cougars as a transfer from Santiago Canyon College, where he developed into a prolific scorer. Before college, he was a key piece for the JSerra Catholic Lions in the Trinity League under Head Coach Keith Wilkinson.

His basketball resume includes:

  • College Honors: A standout at Santiago Canyon College, where he was named the OEC Offensive Player of the Year and earned First Team All-Conference honors after averaging over 16 points per game.

  • High School: A four-year varsity player at JSerra, earning All-Trinity League Team honors.

  • Club Experience: Played for Ocean City under Coach John Folleta.

Personal

Born on April 16, 2004, to Everett and Christina Bryson. EJ has a creative side off the court.

  • Hobbies: Photography and spending time with family.

Statistics

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