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Iowa Lands Prized Transfer Guard Ty'Reek Coleman
The Illinois State standout will join the Hawkeyes' backcourt next season.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:55am
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The Hawkeyes' new transfer guard Ty'Reek Coleman will bring his dynamic scoring and playmaking abilities to Iowa's backcourt next season.Aurora TodayIowa has added the commitment of Illinois State transfer guard Ty'Reek Coleman to their roster. The 6-foot-2 guard from Aurora, Illinois averaged 10 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game as a freshman, shooting over 50% from the field and 41.6% from three-point range. Coleman chose Iowa after visiting several other programs and will have three years of eligibility remaining with the Hawkeyes.
Why it matters
With the departure of Iowa's leading scorer and first-team All-Big Ten point guard Bennett Stirtz, the Hawkeyes were in need of adding a talented lead guard to their backcourt. Coleman's scoring ability, shooting efficiency, and playmaking skills make him an ideal replacement to run the offense alongside returning guards Tate Sage and Isaia Howard.
The details
A three-star recruit out of Waubonsie Valley High School, Coleman was named IBCA First Team All-State, DuPage Valley Conference Player of the Year, and Chicago Tribune Region Player of the Year as a senior after averaging 20.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 2.3 steals per game. He chose Illinois State over offers from programs like Drake, Northern Iowa, Murray State, and Colorado State. As a freshman, Coleman started 19 of the Redbirds' 35 games, with season highs of 24 points and 33 minutes played.
- Coleman will join the Hawkeyes for the 2026-27 season.
- He has three years of eligibility remaining after his freshman campaign at Illinois State.
The players
Ty'Reek Coleman
A 6-foot-2 guard who spent his freshman season at Illinois State, averaging 10 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game while shooting over 50% from the field and 41.6% from three-point range.
Bennett Stirtz
Iowa's leading scorer and first-team All-Big Ten point guard who is departing the program, creating a need for the Hawkeyes to add a new lead guard.
What they’re saying
“Ty'Reek Coleman has picked up some significant attention in the portal after a strong freshman season.”
— KayserHoops
What’s next
Coleman will be expected to step in as a day-one starter for the Hawkeyes, taking on a large scoring and facilitating role in Iowa's backcourt alongside returning guards Tate Sage and Isaia Howard.
The takeaway
The addition of Ty'Reek Coleman gives Iowa a talented lead guard with scoring punch and playmaking ability to help replace the production of the departing Bennett Stirtz. Coleman's efficient shooting and all-around game should make him an immediate impact player for the Hawkeyes next season.
