Overview
- Nate Ament, ranked No. 4 in ESPN's class of 2025, announced his commitment to the University of Tennessee on April 20, 2025.
- The 6-foot-10 wing from Manassas, Virginia, selected Tennessee over Duke, Kentucky, Arkansas, Louisville, and others, citing trust in the coaching staff and program fit.
- Ament is Tennessee's highest-ranked recruit ever and is projected to be a one-and-done player with NBA lottery potential, drawing comparisons to Kevin Durant from Coach Rick Barnes.
- He helped lead Highland High School to a VISAA Division 1 Championship, earning McDonald's All-American honors and Virginia Gatorade Player of the Year.
- Ament's commitment positions Tennessee as a contender for the SEC title and potentially their first Final Four appearance in program history.