Iowa State Star Audi Crooks Enters Transfer Portal as Top Prospect
Audi Crooks announced on Instagram Thursday that she will enter the NCAA transfer portal. She expressed gratitude for her time at Iowa State and said she is ready for a fresh start.
She also named WNBA star A’ja Wilson as her ideal courtside guest. The remark underscored Crooks’ respect for established professionals.
Season and statistics
The 6-foot-3 center is a native of Algona, Iowa. She finished the season as one of the nation’s top scorers.
Crooks averaged 25.8 points per game, ranking second nationally. She also posted a 64.9 percent field-goal rate, good for second in the country.
Her scoring strength came largely in the paint. That production included a 37-point performance in Iowa State’s NCAA first-round loss to Syracuse, a 72-63 defeat.
Tournament history
The Cyclones exited the NCAA Tournament in the first round this season. It marked Iowa State’s third straight early March Madness departure.
Crooks did not reach the tournament’s second weekend during her time with the program. The loss to Syracuse continued that streak.
Transfer impact
Iowa State Star Audi Crooks Enters Transfer Portal as Top Prospect, immediately becoming one of the most sought-after players. Her combination of scoring and efficiency lifts her draft board profile.
Her decision adds to roster turnover at Iowa State. At least 10 players plan to leave the program this offseason.
- Notable departures already named include Jada Williams.
- Addy Brown is also expected to find a new school.
The women’s transfer portal opens on Monday, April 6, the day after the national championship game. Filmogaz.com will continue to track Crooks’ recruitment and other portal moves.
