Hawkeyes Rejoice: 5-Star Addie Deal Commits, Boosting Iowa Women’s Basketball
After an impressive signing class in 2024, which included five talented players, the Hawkeyes are showing no signs of slowing down in their recruiting efforts. With the addition of Deal, Iowa now boasts an even stronger roster for the upcoming seasons.
Prior to Deal’s commitment, the Hawkeyes had already secured a commitment from guard Journey Houston, a highly regarded four-star recruit from Davenport North in Iowa. Houston is ranked No. 36 nationally and brings exceptional skills to Iowa’s backcourt.
However, Deal’s commitment takes Iowa’s recruiting success to another level. The 6-foot guard out of Mater Dei High School in California is considered one of the top prospects in the country. With offers from prestigious programs such as Stanford, Oregon, and LSU, her decision to choose Iowa speaks volumes about the program’s appeal and potential.
Deal’s talents are undeniable; she is ranked No. 12 nationally by ESPN and holds the distinction of being California’s top player. Despite suffering an injury during her sophomore season—a grade-three ankle sprain—Deal still showcased her abilities on both ends of the court. She averaged 15 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.7 steals per game before her injury sidelined her for part of the season.
For Hawkeye fans and followers on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram who have been eagerly awaiting news about top recruits joining their beloved team, this was cause for celebration! The excitement was palpable as fans expressed their elation at Deal’s decision to become part of Iowa basketball history.
This significant recruitment triumph positions Iowa as a force to be reckoned with on both the regional and national stages for years to come. It signals that Head Coach Lisa Bluder has successfully built a program that can attract elite talent across the country—an essential ingredient for sustained success at any level.
As Deal joins Houston and other talented recruits have already committed to donning black and gold next season, expectations continue to rise among Hawkeye fans. They eagerly anticipate seeing these young athletes take to the Carver-Hawkeye Arena floor under Coach Bluder’s guidance—the beginning of what could be transformative years for women’s basketball at Iowa.
In recent seasons, Coach Bluder has showcased her ability to develop young players into stars within collegiate basketball circles while fostering an environment conducive to growth both on and off-court.