As of May 24, 2025, the Alabama Crimson Tide track and field program has made notable additions to its roster through the transfer portal. These moves are part of Head Coach Kalen DeBoer’s strategy to bolster the team’s depth and competitiveness for the upcoming season.([BVM Sports]
New Transfers to Alabama Track & Field
Alabama has secured two significant transfers:
1. **Isaiah Horton – Wide Receiver from Miami (FL):** Standing at 6-foot-4, Horton brings valuable experience to the Crimson Tide. After redshirting in 2022, he played in all 13 games in 2023, starting two, and contributed 13 receptions for 168 yards and a touchdown. In 2024, he continued to see increased playing time. Horton announced his decision to transfer to Alabama in December 2024, aiming to further his collegiate career with the Crimson Tide .
2. **Mario Craver – Wide Receiver from Mississippi State:** Craver, a former four-star recruit from Clay-Chalkville High School in Pinson, Alabama, enters the transfer portal after a freshman season at Mississippi State where he recorded 17 receptions for 368 yards and three touchdowns. His addition is expected to enhance Alabama’s receiving corps, providing depth and experience .([Roll ‘Bama Roll]
The NCAA has recently implemented changes to its transfer policies, allowing athletes to be immediately eligible to compete after transferring, regardless of the number of times they switch schools, provided they meet academic requirements . This decision has led to a surge in athletes entering the transfer portal, with Alabama’s track and field program strategically utilizing this avenue to strengthen its roster.
Under the leadership of Coach Kalen DeBoer and general manager Courtney Morgan, Alabama has distinguished itself by retaining all its scholarship athletes during the spring transfer portal period. This achievement contrasts with other SEC programs that experienced significant roster changes. The Crimson Tide’s ability to maintain roster stability is seen as a positive indicator for the team’s prospects in the upcoming season .
The additions of Horton and Craver are expected to provide immediate contributions to Alabama’s track and field program. Their experience and skill sets will be valuable assets as the Crimson Tide aims to enhance its performance in the upcoming season. With a strategic approach to the transfer portal and a commitment to retaining talent, Alabama is positioning itself for success in the competitive landscape of college track and field.([Roll ‘Bama Roll]
