2026 In-State Wing Max Olejasz Commits to WVU Basketball

Months after a successful visit and a lifetime of being a fan, in-state wing Max Olejasz is ready to commit to stay home and join the WVU basketball program.

Olejasz announced his commitment by posting a graphic on social media on Thursday, March 26th.

West Virginia hosted 6-foot-7 Olejasz on a visit in December. Olejasz, who attends Wheeling Central Catholic High School, broke down his recruitment and visit to Morgantown in a conversation with WV Sports Now.

Olejasz identifies as a “versatile” player, playing the post in high school while going out wide and playing the wing in AAU. He was named First Team All-Conference, First Team All-Area, WVSSAC All Tournament and Second Team All State last season as a junior. He also plays football as a wide receiver in high school.

As for his visit, Olejasz attended WVU’s 86-51 win over Mississippi Valley Stateon Dec. 22, 2025, and visited the entire day. On top of his visit to morgantown, he said he talks to assistant coach Johnny Estelle on a regular basis and has spoken with head coach Ross Hodge “numerous times.”

Being an in-state player, Olejasz said he is familiar with the program’s history.

“I have grown up watching WVU and going to games so I would say I have a vast knowledge of them,” Olejasz told WV Sports Now.

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