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Iowa Men's Basketball Lands Commitment From Four-Star Wing Jaidyn Coon
The four-star wing is Iowa’s second 2026 commitment and joins a young recruiting class after reopening his recruitment from Creighton.
- On Thursday, April 2, 2026, 2026 Mr. Basketball Jaidyn Coon announced his commitment to Iowa basketball. The four-star prospect from Storm Lake High School becomes the second member of the Hawkeyes' 2026 recruiting class.
- Coon originally committed to Creighton but reopened his recruitment after Bluejays head coach Greg McDermott announced his retirement plans. The 6-foot-7 wing also held offers from Nebraska and Illinois before choosing Iowa.
- During his senior season at Storm Lake High School, Coon averaged 22 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.7 steals per game. He shot 53.2% from the field and 64.1% from the free throw line.
- Iowa head coach Ben McCollum secured the commitment, adding Coon to a young core alongside fellow four-star recruit Ethan Harris. The Hawkeyes have now landed the state's Mr. Basketball winner in each of the last two years.
- These additions provide optimism for the program's future as the Hawkeyes build a young nucleus around promising prospects. Coon and Harris represent key pieces for Iowa's competitive outlook in coming seasons.
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