Lapwai Standout Kase Wynott Transfers to Idaho

The former Washington State player is returning to his home state to join the Vandals basketball program.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:52pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the silhouette of a basketball player in motion, broken down into overlapping geometric shapes in shades of navy, green, and orange, conceptually representing a shift in a player's career path.Wynott's transfer from Washington State to Idaho represents a new chapter in his basketball journey, as he returns to his home state to compete in a different conference.Lapwai Today

Kase Wynott, a standout basketball player from Lapwai High School, has announced that he is transferring from Washington State University to the University of Idaho. Wynott shared the news of his commitment to the Vandals on his Instagram account, posting photos of himself in both Cougars and Vandals uniforms.

Why it matters

Wynott's transfer back to his home state of Idaho is notable, as he was a key part of the Washington State men's basketball team for the past two seasons. His decision to join the Vandals program represents a homecoming for the talented player and provides a boost to the Idaho basketball team as they look to build on their recent successes.

The details

In his Instagram post, Wynott expressed his excitement to be joining the Vandals, writing 'Let's do it @vandalhoops #committed'. The 6'5" guard was a standout player at Lapwai High School before moving on to Washington State, where he averaged over 10 points per game in his two seasons with the Cougars.

  • Wynott announced his transfer commitment on April 17, 2026.

The players

Kase Wynott

A 6'5" guard who played the past two seasons at Washington State University and is now transferring to the University of Idaho.

Washington State University

The NCAA Division I university where Wynott played basketball for the past two seasons before deciding to transfer.

University of Idaho

The NCAA Division I university that Wynott has committed to play for after leaving Washington State.

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What’s next

Wynott will join the Idaho Vandals basketball program for the 2026-27 season and will look to make an immediate impact as a key player for the team.

The takeaway

Kase Wynott's decision to transfer back to his home state and join the Idaho Vandals basketball program represents an exciting homecoming for the talented player and provides a boost to the Vandals as they aim to build on their recent successes.