Idaho Vandals Sign Prep Hoops Legend Kase Wynott

Former Washington State guard joins Vandals after standout high school career in Idaho

Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:08am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a basketball game or match, with overlapping planes of vibrant blue, orange, and green colors, conveying the dynamic energy of the sport.The signing of local basketball legend Kase Wynott represents a major recruiting victory for the Idaho Vandals as they look to build on their recent tournament success.Lewiston Today

The Idaho Vandals men's basketball program has signed Kase Wynott, a former Washington State guard who became a high school hoops legend in Idaho. Wynott, the all-time leading scorer in Idaho high school history, will return to his home state to play for the Vandals after spending his first two college seasons with the Cougars.

Why it matters

Wynott's signing is a major recruiting coup for the Vandals, who are looking to build on their recent success after winning the Big Sky Conference Tournament and earning their first NCAA Tournament berth in 36 years. The addition of the local star player could help the Vandals maintain their momentum and continue to attract top talent from within the state.

The details

Wynott, a 6-foot-6 guard, claimed 2024 Idaho Gatorade Player of the Year honors after a standout senior season at Lapwai High School, where he averaged a near triple-double with 36 points, 13.9 rebounds and 9.1 assists per game. He is the state's all-time high school scoring leader with 2,962 career points and holds the single-game scoring record with 68 points. After initially signing with Utah State, Wynott spent his first two college seasons at Washington State, appearing in 29 games for the Cougars.

  • Wynott signed with the Idaho Vandals on Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • Wynott was the 2024 Idaho Gatorade Player of the Year as a senior at Lapwai High School.

The players

Kase Wynott

A 6-foot-6 guard who is the all-time leading scorer in Idaho high school history, having scored 2,962 career points. Wynott spent his first two college seasons at Washington State before transferring to play for his home-state Idaho Vandals.

Alex Pribble

The head coach of the Idaho Vandals men's basketball team, who said the program prioritized recruiting Wynott when the coaching staff first arrived.

Titus Yearout

A senior guard for the Idaho Vandals who won two state championships alongside Wynott at Lapwai High School.

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What they’re saying

“Kase is coming home. He was a recruit we really prioritized when our staff first got here, so it's exciting to officially get him in a Vandal uniform.”

— Alex Pribble, Head Coach, Idaho Vandals

“We want the best players from Idaho to be in this program, and Kase is the all-time leading scorer from the state, so we're very excited. He can really score the ball, he's got a diverse skill set, and he's a competitor. He'll make an immediate impact next year.”

— Alex Pribble, Head Coach, Idaho Vandals

What’s next

Wynott will join the Idaho Vandals for the 2026-27 season, where he is expected to make an immediate impact and help the team build on its recent success.

The takeaway

The signing of local legend Kase Wynott is a major recruiting win for the Idaho Vandals, as they look to maintain their momentum after winning the Big Sky Conference Tournament and earning their first NCAA Tournament berth in over three decades. Wynott's homecoming could help the Vandals continue to attract top talent from within the state and solidify their status as a rising program in the region.