La Salle Guard Ashleigh Connor Commits to Iowa State Women's Basketball

The 5-foot-11 guard from Pittsburgh will have one season of eligibility remaining with the Cyclones.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:58pm

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Ashleigh Connor, a 5-foot-11 guard from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has announced her commitment to play for the Iowa State women's basketball team. Connor spent the last two seasons at La Salle, where she averaged 13.5 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. She will have one season of eligibility remaining with the Cyclones.

Why it matters

Connor's addition to the Iowa State roster provides the Cyclones with another experienced ball-handler and scoring threat as they look to build on their recent success. Her ability to run the point and knock down shots from the perimeter should complement the team's existing roster well.

The details

Connor started her college career at Saint Louis, where she redshirted her first year and then played 18 games the following season. She then transferred to La Salle, where she spent the last two seasons. During her final year at La Salle, Connor averaged a career-high 16.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game, shooting 44% from the field and 34% from 3-point range.

  • Connor announced her commitment to Iowa State on April 17, 2026.
  • She spent the last two seasons at La Salle.

The players

Ashleigh Connor

A 5-foot-11 guard from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania who has one season of eligibility remaining after playing at Saint Louis and La Salle.

Iowa State

The women's basketball team that Ashleigh Connor has committed to play for in her final season of college eligibility.

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The takeaway

Ashleigh Connor's decision to transfer to Iowa State for her final season of college basketball gives the Cyclones an experienced and talented guard who can contribute in multiple ways. Her scoring ability, playmaking skills, and defensive presence should help Iowa State continue to improve and compete at a high level in the Big 12 conference.