CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois men’s basketball coach Scott Nagy announced the signing of Jaheem Webber Monday afternoon, marking the first official signing for Nagy and his staff.

Webber, a 6-foot-10 center out of Normal, Illinois, helped lead Normal Community High School to a runner-up finish in the state tournament. The big man helped the Ironmen to a 32-6 finish in Class 4A, which includes the largest high schools in Illinois.

“We’re thrilled to have Jaheem as a Saluki. He played on a really good high school team and has great size and hands,” Nagy said. “He has a unique combination of height and athleticism and we’re anxious to get him on campus and get to work.”

A three-star prospect by multiple recruiting services, Webber averaged 10.6 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.2 blocks as a senior. He was named Second Team All-State by both the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association and the media.

Webber averaged 14 points and nine rebounds as a junior on his way to AP All-State honorable mention honors. His play last season also earned him recognition on the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Third Team All-State and he added Champaign New Gazette All-State Honorable Mention accolades as well.