Iowa State Women’s Basketball Roster Outlook for the Offseason

Iowa State women’s basketball coach Bill Fennelly is facing a significant roster overhaul as the offseason begins. Following the exit of five players into the transfer portal, Fennelly is uncertain about the team’s future composition.

Despite key departures like Nyamer Diew and Hannah Belanger, Iowa State is expected to retain a solid core of players including Emily Ryan, Arianna Jackson, Audi Crooks, and Addy Brown in their starting roles for the upcoming season.

Barring drastic changes in the transfer portal, the Cyclones may have Kelsey Joens or Aili Tanke stepping into the vacated starting spot left by Belanger. Tanke, an incoming freshman from Johnston, possesses elite shooting skills and versatility reminiscent of Iowa State star Ashley Joens.

With promising newcomers like Reagan Wilson and the potential emergence of bench players like Jalynn Bristow and Alisa Williams, Iowa State looks poised to build on its successful season.

Throughout the roster evaluations and potential lineup adjustments, Fennelly remains focused on celebrating the team’s achievements and navigating the uncertainty of the offseason changes.