Tarkus Ferguson
Tarkus Ferguson | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 27, 1997 United States |
| Occupation | Professional basketball player |
| Years active | 2020–present |
| Known for | Playing for Rayos de Hermosillo in the Circuito de Baloncesto de la Costa del Pacífico (CIBACOPA) |
Tarkus Ferguson (born July 27, 1997) is a professional basketball athlete from the United States currently playing for the Rayos de Hermosillo in the Circuito de Baloncesto de la Costa del Pacífico (CIBACOPA). He competed at the collegiate level with the UIC Flames.
Early life and high school career
Ferguson started his high school basketball journey at Belleville High School-West, participating in five games during his freshman year. He then transferred to Cahokia High School as a sophomore, where he averaged 8.2 points on a team that finished 23–9. Prior to his junior year, he returned to his original choice, Althoff Catholic High School in Belleville, Illinois. During his junior season, Ferguson led Althoff to a 65–53 win over Cahokia in the Class 3A Mascoutah Regional championship by scoring 21 points. In his final year, he propelled the team to an impressive 32–2 record and secured the Illinois Class 3A state title with a 62–37 victory against Providence Catholic High School. Though recruited as a wide receiver in football, Ferguson ultimately decided to concentrate on basketball and committed to UIC, drawn by coach Steve McClain's fast-paced playing style.
College career
In his freshman year, Ferguson posted averages of 11.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and led the conference with 5.4 assists per game, which earned him a place on the Horizon League All-Freshman Team. A foot injury limited his participation during much of his sophomore nonconference schedule; nonetheless, he maintained averages of 10.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game. On November 16, 2018, he achieved a personal best with 25 points in a thrilling 100–95 overtime victory over William & Mary. Later, on December 5, he recorded only the second triple-double in program history by tallying 14 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists in a 94–75 win against Illinois State.
As a junior, Ferguson led UIC across multiple statistical categories: scoring (15.5 points), rebounding (6.8), and assists (5.2) per contest. He notched 26 games with double-digit scoring and seven double-doubles throughout the season. His performance earned him Second Team All-Horizon League honors, and he matched his career-high of 25 points during a conference tournament semifinal victory over Wright State. In his senior campaign, Ferguson averaged 14.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and contributed 1.2 steals per game, securing Second Team All-Horizon League recognition for a second straight year.
Vevey Riviera (2020–2021)
Ferguson signed with Vevey Riviera of the Swiss Basketball League on September 1, 2020.
UBSC Graz (2021)
On June 27, 2021, he joined UBSC Graz competing in the Austrian Basketball Bundesliga.
Sioux Falls Skyforce (2021–2022)
The Sioux Falls Skyforce acquired Ferguson off waivers on December 1, 2021; however, he was released on January 28, 2022.
Salt Lake City Stars (2022)
He was picked up by the Salt Lake City Stars from the available player pool on March 17, 2022.
Rayos de Hermosillo (2022–2023)
Ferguson inked a deal with the Rayos de Hermosillo of the CIBACOPA on May 7, 2022.
Newfoundland Rogues (2024–present)
In November 2024, Ferguson earned a roster position with the Newfoundland Rogues and made his debut on November 19.