Last Updated on February 24, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Walter Peggs Jr. is an American college basketball player known for his versatility as a guard.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Walter Peggs Jr.
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: Information not publicly available
- Hometown: Jackson, Tennessee, USA
- Height: 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
- Weight: 200 pounds (91 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 5 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Guard
- Jersey Number: 35
- High School: Madison Academic Magnet High School (Jackson, Tennessee)
- College:
- Columbia State Community College (2021–2022)
- Tennessee Tech University (2022–2023)
- Spring Hill College (2023–present)
- NBA Draft: Not applicable; currently a college player
- Teams Played For:
- Columbia State Chargers
- Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- Spring Hill Badgers
- Championship Rings: None
High School Achievements:
- Averaged 23.2 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 2.7 steals per game as a senior
- Finalist for the 2021 TSSAA Class A Mr. Basketball Award
- Earned TSSAA Class A All-State honors
- Led Madison to the Region 7A title in 2021 and to back-to-back District 14A championships
- Named the 2021 District 14A MVP and Tournament MVP
- Selected as a West Tennessee Boys BCAT All-Star
College Career:
- Columbia State Community College (2021–2022):
- Appeared in 27 games, averaging 4.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game
- Shot 41.9% from the floor, 34.1% from beyond the arc, and 60.0% from the free-throw line
- Tennessee Tech University (2022–2023):
- Joined the Golden Eagles as a walk-on
- Played in 8 games, averaging 3.3 points and 1.4 rebounds per game
- Shot 50% from the floor, 46.2% from three-point range, and 40% from the charity stripe
- Spring Hill College (2023–present):
- Transferred to Spring Hill College and currently plays for the Badgers
Personal Life:
- Parents: Walter and Sherida Peggs
- Siblings: Solomon, Sherreda Jr., Cinque, and Malcom
- Children: None
- Major: Sports Management
Peggs Jr. has demonstrated consistent growth throughout his basketball career, contributing significantly at each level of play. His journey reflects dedication and adaptability, making him a valuable asset to his current team at Spring Hill College.
