Former Hokie basketball player JT Thompson officially a member of UNC Charlotte

Former Virginia Tech forward JT Thompson is officially a member of the UNC Charlotte men's basketball team. Thompson got his medical clearance to play a sixth year, now with the 49ers.

His new school announced the transfer in a press release, saying Thompson is already enrolled in summer courses.

Charlotte head coach Alan Major said Thompson quote, "Has experience, leadership skills and toughness and has competed at a high level."


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Thompson missed the last two season after tearing first his left, then his right ACL.