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Yahoo
06-07-2025
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Trey Thompson comments on Iowa basketball commitment, reclassifying
In a massive recruiting win for Iowa basketball on Saturday, four-star forward Trey Thompson announced his commitment to the Hawkeyes. The 6-foot-8, 220-pound forward out of Greeneville, Tenn., chose the Hawkeyes over offers from some powerhouse programs, including Tennessee, Purdue, Kansas, Clemson and Vanderbilt. Advertisement Initially a 2026 recruit, Thompson announced he is reclassifying and will join the Hawkeyes this coming season. "To start, I want to take the time to thank God for always walking by my side and leading me down the right paths. I would also like to thank my family, friends, and coaches for always supporting me through my basketball endeavors. Extremely thankful for my parents for sacrificing so much for me to follow my dreams and passions. "With that being said, I have decided to re-classify up to the 2025 class and commit to the University of Iowa. Go Hawkeyes," Thompson wrote in his social media announcement. Thompson has averaged 21.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks per game on 56% shooting from the field, 45% from 3-point territory, and 81% from the free-throw line in his three varsity seasons from Greeneville High School, per his MaxPreps profile. Advertisement Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Scout on X: @SpringgateNews This article originally appeared on Hawkeyes Wire: Trey Thompson comments on Iowa basketball commitment, reclassifying
USA Today
05-07-2025
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- USA Today
Iowa basketball lands Trey Thompson, will reclassify to 2025 class
With Iowa basketball in its first offseason under new head coach Ben McCollum, the Hawkeyes received a significant impact to the team's immediate future on Saturday afternoon as 2026 four-star power forward recruit Trey Thompson announced his commitment to the Hawkeyes. The towering 6-foot-8, 220-pound native of Greeneville, Tenn., is listed as the No. 2 prospect in the state, No. 9 power forward, and No. 59 overall recruit in the 2026 recruiting class according to 247Sports. Adding to the excitement, Thompson will also be reclassifying to the 2025 class, making him eligible for the 2025-26 campaign. In his three seasons on the varsity squad at Greeneville High School, Thompson has averaged 21.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks per game on 56% shooting from the field, 45% from 3-point territory, and 81% from the free-throw line, per his MaxPreps profile. Thompson chose Iowa over a list of other premier college basketball programs, which included Tennessee, Purdue, Vanderbilt, and Clemson. The commitment is a major step in the right direction for the program, as recruits are now viewing the Hawkeyes' program as a much more desirable destination under the new leadership and infusion of talent to the roster. Here's a look at some of Thompson's recent highlights with the Tennessee Impact in the 2025 Adidas 3SSB: Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes, and opinions. Follow Scout on X: @SpringgateNews
Yahoo
03-07-2025
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Alabama Flips 4-Star QB From Big 12 Powerhouse
Alabama Flips 4-Star QB From Big 12 Powerhouse originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide have their Class of 2026 quarterback. Jett Thomalla changed his mind on Tuesday, ditching Matt Campbell and the Iowa State Cyclones. Advertisement 'BREAKING: Four-Star QB Jett Thomalla has Flipped his Commitment from Iowa State to Alabama, he tells me for @on3recruits,' On3's Hayes Fawcett wrote on X. 'The 6'4 210 QB from Omaha, NE had been Committed to the Cyclones since April. 'All glory to God, Roll tide!!' Thomalla is listed as the No. 16 overall passer in his class according to 247Sports' composite rankings. He's the top-rated prospect in Nebraska. 'Decorated prep signal caller with some peaks and valleys on the game tape, but one that has a chance to emerge as a winner on Saturdays,' 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins said of Thomalla in an April scouting report. 'More than capable of extending plays and creating opportunities when the pocket breaks down as he climbs away from pressure and keeps his eyes down field. Millard South quarterback Jett Thomalla (4)Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK 'Projects as a potential multi-year starter at the Power Four level. Likely to need a developmental year or two, but hard not to get excited about the size, velocity and resume.' Advertisement Thomalla was named MaxPreps' 2024 Nebraska Player of the Year. He led Millard South to a 12-1 record and Class A title, setting the state classification record in passing yards (3,663 yards), touchdown passes (47), and completions (250). Ryder Lyons (No. 5 passer in 247Sports' rankings), Landon Duckworth (No. 6), Bowe Bentley (No. 10), and Oscar Rios (No. 12) are other highly-touted signal-callers in Thomalla's class who have yet to sign. Related: Legendary Alabama QB Predicts New Starter Without Hesitation This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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Texas Receives Major News on Five-Star EDGE Previously Committed to Oregon
Texas Receives Major News on Five-Star EDGE Previously Committed to Oregon originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Texas is full steam ahead on the recruiting trail. The Longhorns are currently hosting several of the nations top recruits for a big recruiting weekend on the Forty Acres. Over the last two days, Texas added two new players to its 2026 recruiting class. Advertisement The latest came on Sunday when five-star EDGE Richard Wesley announced his commitment to Texas via social media. Wesley is ranked the No. 4 edge in the nation and No. 5 overall prospect in California for the 2026 cycle, according to On3's industry ranking. "This is for you mom. 10000% committed," Wesley said. In 2024, Wesley was named a MaxPreps Sophomore All-American. He compiled 44 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, nine sacks, and three forced fumbles for Sierra Canyon High School. The Chatsworth, California, native was originally committed to Oregon but announced his decommitment on May 27. Wesley then took an official visit to Texas on June 20 and committed to the Longhorns just two days later. Advertisement According to 247Sports, Wesley has an official visit scheduled with Ohio State in August. It's unclear if he will still choose to visit other schools after announcing his commitment. Texas now owns the No. 9 recruiting class for the 2026 cycle with 15 commitments per 247Sports. Wesley is currently the third-highest ranked player in the class behind five-star quarterback Dia Bell and five-star athlete Jermaine Bishop. Related: Texas Gets Major Recruiting News on Saturday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
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Nation's No. 1 LB Sends Texas, Steve Sarkisian Clear Message After Official Visit
Nation's No. 1 LB Sends Texas, Steve Sarkisian Clear Message After Official Visit originally appeared on Athlon Sports. There's undoubtedly a lot of pressure falling on the Texas Longhorns heading into the 2025 season, as ESPN BET currently ties them and the Ohio State Buckeyes for the highest odds (+500) to win the national championship. Advertisement Despite that, though, head coach Steve Sarkisian has made it very clear that he and the rest of the program are still focused on bringing in talented high school recruits who won't be able to help until further in the future. One name the Longhorns have been trying to land is class of 2026 linebacker Tyler Atkinson, who, in an article by On3's Steve Wiltfong, revealed what he thought of Texas after his official visit on Friday. 'Man, Texas has made my decision process really hard!' Atkinson said. 'My OV to Texas was eye-opening! This could be my last visit before I make the right choice, and I really feel it was a great decision to visit there... The biggest highlight this weekend was Coach Sark!" Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian speaks with quarterback Arch Manning (16)© Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images Hearing that kind of praise is certainly good news for Sarkisian, as On3 Industry Rankings place Atkinson as a five-star recruit, the No. 1 linebacker, the No. 1 player in Georgia and the No. 8 player in the nation. Advertisement Last season, Atkinson was named a MaxPreps Junior All-American after appearing in 13 games, racking up 166 tackles, 32 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, one interception and three pass deflections. The Longhorns have a good amount of competition, though, as he has also taken official visits with the Clemson Tigers (May 30), the Oregon Ducks (June 6), and the Georgia Bulldogs (June 13). If Texas can come out on top, though, Atkinson would be a key addition to their 2026 recruiting class, which already has 15 commitments, ranking No. 4 in the SEC and No. 10 in the nation, per On3. Related: North Carolina Reacts to Bill Belichick Announcement This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
