Texas Christian University

David Punch

Texas Christian University

David Punch Jr. is a freshman forward at TCU, bringing an elite skill set and strong pedigree to the Horned Frogs. A composite four-star recruit, he was ranked No. 91 nationally and No. 5 in Texas by 247Sports. Punch made a name for himself at Harker Heights High School, earning TABC 6A All-State honors and back-to-back district MVP titles while leading his team to multiple championships. He also excelled on the Nike EYBL Circuit, competing for Dallas Dynamic Prep and Drive Nation. Known for his scoring, rebounding, and versatility, Punch is poised to make an impact at TCU.

Class:
Freshman

Position:
Foward

HT / WT:
6'7 / 245

Highlights

2024–25 (TCU, Freshman Season)

  • Appeared in all 32 games with 27 starts.

  • Averaged 6.5 points and 4.4 rebounds, ranking top 10 among Big 12 freshmen.

  • Scored a season-high 19 points vs. Colorado (2/5/25).

  • Recorded a season-high eight rebounds three times.

  • Posted five blocks vs. Alcorn (11/19/24) — most by a TCU freshman since 2018–19.

Made eight 3-pointers, including 3-for-3 vs. Colorado.

Prep Career (Harker Heights HS / EYBL)

  • Composite four-star recruit, ranked No. 91 nationally (247Sports), No. 100 (ESPN), No. 119 (Rivals).

  • Averaged 17.0 points and 11.7 rebounds as a senior; named TABC 6A All-State and 12-6A MVP.

  • Guided Harker Heights to three straight district championships.

  • Named 12-6A All-District Co-MVP as a junior.

  • Nike EYBL: averaged 14.8 points and 7.9 rebounds with Dallas Dynamic Prep.

Drive Nation: averaged 13.3 points and 9.0 rebounds per game.

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