BREAKING: NCAA Ends Omar Silverio's Collegiate Career

A big loss for West Virginia basketball.

Thursday evening, WVU men's head basketball coach Josh Eilert announced that the NCAA has denied Omar Silverio's appeal for a waiver request.

"I know Omar is disappointed that he won't be able to compete this season as a Mountaineer and that his collegiate career is over," Eilert said. "He is a wonderful person, and I know he will be successful in whatever career path he chooses. All of us enjoyed our time with him, and we wish him well."

Silverio began his career at Rhode Island but averaged just 7.8 minutes per game before transferring to Hofstra. During his first two years in the program, Silverio averaged between 10-15 minutes per game, but became a big piece of the Pride's offense this year averaging 10.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game while shooting 37% from the field and 35% from three-point range.

After the 21-22 season, Silverio transferred to Manhattan, but left after head coach Steve Masiello was fired just two weeks before the season. He announced his commitment to West Virginia in early March, reuniting with Jose Perez.

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