EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Men's Basketball announced the signing of guard Steven Clay for the 2025-26 season.
 
"Steven is a talented and experienced guard that gives us versatility both on both sides of the ball, as well as his veteran leadership," USI Head Coach Stan Gouard. "He has played for some great coaches throughout his college career, so he has an understanding of what it takes to compete at the highest level.  We are thrilled to have him join our USI family."   
 
Clay is transferring to USI after spending last season at Morehead State University. He appeared in 22 games last year for the MSU Eagles, averaging 6.0 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. The senior guard scored a season-high 16 points versus Kentucky Christian University.
 
Clay started his career at the University of Illinois-Chicago, averaging 3.9 points and 1.4 rebounds in 58 games over two seasons. He scored a UIC two-year best 4.5 points during his sophomore campaign. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin native scored a UIC two-year best 18 points against Middle Tennessee State University in 2023-24.
 
Prior to his collegiate career, Clay was a three-star recruit and the number six player in the state of Wisconsin. He led Menomonee Falls High School to a 25-4 record and an appearance in the WIAA Division I State semifinals as a senior, averaging 19.3 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.
 
The USI Screaming Eagles are a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and will be NCAA Tournament eligible in 2025-26 following the completion of the accelerated transition from Division II. USI has reached the OVC Championship in two of the first three seasons of Division I action.