Iowa Lands Transfer Guard Ty'Reek Coleman

Former Illinois State player joins Hawkeyes with 3 years of eligibility remaining.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 3:06am

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Iowa basketball has landed a commitment from former Illinois State guard Ty'Reek Coleman, who will join the Hawkeyes with three years of NCAA eligibility remaining. As a freshman last season, the 6-foot-2 guard averaged 10.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 0.9 steals per game.

Why it matters

This is a significant addition for the Hawkeyes, who landed one of their top transfer portal targets over several competing programs. Coleman's arrival should help bolster Iowa's backcourt as they look to replace the production of departing senior point guard Bennett Stirtz.

The details

Coleman, a native of Aurora, Illinois, shot 50.4% from the field, 41.6% from 3-point range, and 70.2% from the free throw line in 35 games for Illinois State last season. He will join the Hawkeyes with three years of NCAA eligibility remaining.

  • Coleman played one season at Illinois State in 2025-26.

The players

Ty'Reek Coleman

A 6-foot-2, 175-pound guard who spent his freshman season at Illinois State before transferring to Iowa.

Bennett Stirtz

The departing senior point guard for Iowa, whose production Coleman will look to help replace.

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What they’re saying

“This is a significant addition for Ben McCollum and the Hawkeyes as they landed one of their top transfer portal targets over competing programs such as Kansas State, Nebraska, Utah State, DePaul, and Oklahoma State.”

— Scout Springgate, Author

What’s next

Coleman will join the Hawkeyes for the 2026-27 season and look to make an immediate impact in Iowa's backcourt.

The takeaway

The addition of Ty'Reek Coleman gives the Hawkeyes a talented and experienced guard who should help offset the loss of Bennett Stirtz. Iowa has landed a key transfer target as they look to build on their success and make a push in the Big Ten next season.