A Strategic Mix of Experience and Potential
Iowa State women's basketball head coach Bill Fennelly revealed the 2026‑27 signing class, a nine‑player cohort that will shape the Cyclones' upcoming campaign.
The group comprises seniors Mya Babbitt, Ashleigh Connor and Gift Ezekiel, junior Reggi Spotts, sophomores Alex‑Anne Bessette and Emilija "Mills" Dakic, and freshmen Macy Comito and Tjaša Turnšek.
Babbitt arrives after a record‑setting season at Kent State, where she earned All‑MAC honors and topped the conference in 3‑point makes.
Bessette brings a decorated résumé, having collected three All‑Canadian nods and an AmeriCup silver medal, underscoring her impact on the Canadian circuit.
Connor, a former Atlantic 10 standout, led La Salle in both scoring and assists, a testament to her all‑around skill set.
Ezekiel impressed with a 59.6 percent field‑goal percentage at Florida, placing her among the nation’s most efficient big men.
Spotts, the lone Iowa native in the transfer class, capped her junior‑college career at NIACC by guiding the team to a national championship and earning NJCAA Division II First‑Team All‑America honors.
Turnšek, heralded as one of Slovenia’s brightest prospects, recently captured MVP honors in the WABA U17 League Championship, signaling strong international promise.
Comito, who spearheaded Carlisle to a 26‑1 record in her senior season, signed with the Cyclones in November 2025, adding a local star to the roster.
Harvey, who previously contributed to the Huskies’ 2026 NCAA Tournament run, rounds out the class with proven tournament experience.
Dakic, a 2024 U18 FIBA Asia Cup gold medalist and Australian U19 World Cup participant, adds global experience that could prove pivotal in upcoming contests.
Coach Fennelly expressed enthusiasm for the new talent, praising the staff’s diligent work in assembling a roster that blends proven production with future upside.
The incoming class not only bolsters depth but also injects a variety of skill sets — from sharpshooting and interior efficiency to playmaking and defensive versatility — positioning Iowa State for a competitive season.