Wooga Poplar College

Last Modified Oct 13, 2024 16:26 GMT
Wooga Poplar College
Source: @callmewooga

Wooga "Nisine Hamir" Poplar, a Philadelphia native who recently transferred to Villanova Wildcats after three seasons with Miami Hurricanes, boasts a dynamic presence on the court. Born on January 5, 2003, he emerged from Math, Civics, and Sciences Charter School with a genuine passion for the game. Majoring in sociology with a minor in sports administration, Poplar embodies versatility. Beyond basketball, he finds solace in dirt bike riding and idolizes LeBron James.

Wooga Poplar College Career

Wooga Poplar embarked on his college basketball career in September 2021, debuting against Canisius. He demonstrated his potential throughout the season, averaging 2.3 points and 1.4 rebounds in 8.6 minutes per game across 37 appearances, starting in 34. His standout performance included a season-high 12 points in 18 minutes against Florida Atlantic on November 16, 2021. Unfortunately, his NCAA Tournament journey in 2023 was halted by a tailbone injury.

How much did Wooga Poplar average in College?

Wooga Poplar averaged 7.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game during his three-year college basketball career, playing for the Miami Hurricanes.

Where did Wooga Poplar go to School?

Wooga Poplar excelled at Math, Civics, and Sciences Charter School (MCSCS), where his basketball talent flourished. He was recognized as a four-star recruit by 247Sports and Rivals and ranked among Pennsylvania's top prospects. Poplar's three-time all-state selections underscored his consistent excellence and made him a standout player in high school.

FAQ's On Wooga Poplar

A. Wooga Poplar was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on January 5, 2003.

A. Wooga Poplar stands at 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 195 pounds.

A. Wooga Poplar is majoring in sociology with a minor in sports administration.

A. Wooga Poplar attended Philadelphia's Math, Civics, and Sciences Charter School (MCSCS).

A. Wooga Poplar plays as a guard for the Miami Hurricanes men's basketball team.

Related Stories

WATCH: Fight almost breaks out as Villanova’s Wooga Poplar swings his arm towards Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber WATCH: Fight almost breaks out as Villanova’s Wooga Poplar swings his arm towards Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber
WATCH: Fight almost breaks out as Villanova’s Wooga Poplar swings his arm towards Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber
Rutgers transfer Kiyomi McMiller takes to Wall Street to announce transfer portal decision Rutgers transfer Kiyomi McMiller takes to Wall Street to announce transfer portal decision
Rutgers transfer Kiyomi McMiller takes to Wall Street to announce transfer portal decision
Jon Scheyer hypes up Cooper Flagg with clear message following NBA draft decision: "The accolades speak for itself" Jon Scheyer hypes up Cooper Flagg with clear message following NBA draft decision: "The accolades speak for itself"
Jon Scheyer hypes up Cooper Flagg with clear message following NBA draft decision: "The accolades speak for itself" 
5-star Shelton Henderson ditching Jon Scheyer’s Duke for Miami satisfies fans: “Good move for the kid” 5-star Shelton Henderson ditching Jon Scheyer’s Duke for Miami satisfies fans: “Good move for the kid”
5-star Shelton Henderson ditching Jon Scheyer’s Duke for Miami satisfies fans: “Good move for the kid”
Days after visiting Dawn Staley, Madina Okot commits to South Carolina Days after visiting Dawn Staley, Madina Okot commits to South Carolina
Days after visiting Dawn Staley, Madina Okot commits to South Carolina
1d
Stephen A. points out Cooper Flagg's shortcoming with sympathy as Duke star declares for 2025 NBA Draft Stephen A. points out Cooper Flagg's shortcoming with sympathy as Duke star declares for 2025 NBA Draft
Stephen A. points out Cooper Flagg's shortcoming with sympathy as Duke star declares for 2025 NBA Draft
Jaeden Zackery transfer portal: Top 5 landing spots for Clemson guard feat. Duke Jaeden Zackery transfer portal: Top 5 landing spots for Clemson guard feat. Duke
Jaeden Zackery transfer portal: Top 5 landing spots for Clemson guard feat. Duke
Shakeel Moore possible transfer portal: Top 5 landing spots for Kansas guard ft. NC State Shakeel Moore possible transfer portal: Top 5 landing spots for Kansas guard ft. NC State
Shakeel Moore possible transfer portal: Top 5 landing spots for Kansas guard ft. NC State
1d
KK Arnold’s snap with Kelsey Plum from her Dawg class program excites UConn fans: “She’s a game changer” KK Arnold’s snap with Kelsey Plum from her Dawg class program excites UConn fans: “She’s a game changer”
KK Arnold’s snap with Kelsey Plum from her Dawg class program excites UConn fans: “She’s a game changer”
"They were treating me like I was some criminal": Keith Urgo makes his feelings known on NCAA's "aggressive" approach to Fordham investigation "They were treating me like I was some criminal": Keith Urgo makes his feelings known on NCAA's "aggressive" approach to Fordham investigation
"They were treating me like I was some criminal": Keith Urgo makes his feelings known on NCAA's "aggressive" approach to Fordham investigation 
19h
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications