Iowa State basketball earned a significant recruiting victory on Saturday, as the four-star small forward Jack Kohnen announced his commitment to the Cyclones. His decision strengthens an already impressive 2027 recruiting class.
Jack Kohnen is a 6-foot-6 wing from Slinger High School in Wisconsin. He is considered one of the top prospects in the nation. According to Rivals, Kohnen ranks No. 31 overall in the 2027 class.
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The talented forward selected Iowa State over several strong programs. His list of finalists included Iowa and Nebraska. He also received scholarship offers from Wisconsin, Notre Dame, Indiana, and Wake Forest. Those programs pushed hard for his commitment throughout the recruiting process.
Kohnen is coming off an outstanding junior season at Slinger High School. He averaged 20.6 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game. His all-around production helped elevate his national profile. He proved he can impact games in multiple ways.
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His leadership also played a major role in team success. Kohnen helped guide Slinger to its first state tournament appearance since 1977. That historic achievement further highlighted his value as a prospect.
The commitment gives head coach T.J. Otzelberger another highly regarded player for the future. Iowa State has built a reputation for identifying and developing versatile talent. Kohnen fits that model perfectly with his size, skill set, and basketball IQ.
Kohnen joins fellow Wisconsin native Donovan Davis in the Cyclones’ 2027 class. Davis is a four-star forward and Rivals’ No. 32 overall prospect. Both players also competed for Team Herro on the grassroots circuit.
The class becomes even stronger alongside four-star shooting guard Josiah Harrington. Harrington ranks No. 49 nationally and committed earlier in the recruiting cycle.
With Kohnen now on board, Iowa State basketball continues to build one of the nation’s top 2027 recruiting classes. The Cyclones have assembled a talented foundation for future success and remain a rising force on the recruiting trail.
