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Zach Anderson is a 6.7, 205 pound forward for the George Mason Patriots, having transferred from Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) ahead of the 2024-25 season. Born on June 3, 2002, in Orlando, Florida, Anderson played his high school basketball at Apopka High School.
2024-25 Season Performance
In his senior season at George Mason, Anderson appeared in 36 games, starting 29, and averaged 21.6 minutes per game. His season statistics include:
Points per game: 5.3
Rebounds per game: 3.5
Assists per game: 0.9
Field Goal Percentage: 39.7%
Three-Point Percentage: 40.0%
Free Throw Percentage: 70.0%
Anderson's proficiency from beyond the arc, with a 40% three-point shooting percentage, highlights his ability to stretch the floor and contribute as a perimeter threat.
Postseason Contributions
During the 2024-25 postseason, Anderson elevated his performance:
NIT First Round vs. Samford: Scored 19 points on 6-of-8 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three-point range, and secured 10 rebounds.
NIT Second Round vs. Bradley: Added 11 points and 5 rebounds.
These performances underscore his capability to impact games significantly when called upon.
Career at Florida Gulf Coast University
Before joining George Mason, Anderson spent four seasons at FGCU. In his final season there, he averaged 12.8 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, demonstrating his scoring and rebounding abilities.
Role and Impact
At George Mason, Anderson served as a versatile forward, contributing both offensively and defensively. His experience and skill set provided depth to the Patriots' roster, and his ability to perform in high-stakes games added value to the team's postseason aspirations.
2016-2017: Apopka, FL / Apopka High School
2017-2018: Apopka, FL / Apopka High School
2018-2019: Apopka, FL / Apopka High School: 22-4 record, a No.1 ranking in the state of Florida
2019: E1T1 travel team
2019-2020: Apopka, FL / Apopka High School: 15ppg, 9rpg
2020-2021: Florida Gulf Coast University (NCAA): 18 games: 2.8ppg, 4.2rpg
2021-2022: Florida Gulf Coast University (NCAA): 32 games: 4.9ppg, 3.3rpg, then moved to Eltham Wildcats (Australia-NBL One): 1 game: 0pts
2022-2023: Florida Gulf Coast University (NCAA, starting five): 29 games: 11.7ppg, 6.7rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 52.7%, 3PT: 37.3%, FT: 72.7%
2023-2024: Florida Gulf Coast University (NCAA, starting five): 31 games: 12.9ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.9apg, FGP: 49.7%, 3PT: 45.8%, FT: 69.0%
2024-2025: George Mason University (NCAA, starting five): 36 games: 5.3ppg, 3.5rpg, FGP: 39.1%, 3PT: 40.0%, FT: 70.0%
Awards/Achievements
HS district champion -2018
HS District 9A-3 semifinals -2019
HS Ranked as the 23rd player in the state of Florida (floridahoops.com) -2020
HS Class 7A All-Florida Second Team -2020
HS all-conference first team -2019, 20
A-Sun Tournament Semifinals -2021
All-A-Sun Third Team -2024
NIT Sweet 16 -2025
Atlantic 10 Tournament Finalist -2025
Atlantic 10 Regular Season Co-Champion -2025