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Cowgirls Land Top Transfer Audi Crooks, Aiming High
29 May
Summary
- Audi Crooks, a prolific scorer, transferred to Oklahoma State from Iowa State.
- Coach Hoyt believes Crooks' low-post skills complement the team's fast-paced, shooting style.
- Oklahoma State aims for the Sweet 16 with Crooks, adding several other high-profile transfers.
The Oklahoma State Cowgirls have made a significant acquisition by bringing in former Iowa State center Audi Crooks from the transfer portal. Crooks is recognized as one of the nation's top scorers, having averaged 25.8 points and 7.7 rebounds last season with the Cyclones, accumulating 2,256 career points. Her arrival is anticipated to elevate Oklahoma State's national profile and enhance their prospects in the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Jacie Hoyt expressed confidence in Crooks' fit, believing her low-post abilities will complement the team's preferred fast-paced, perimeter-oriented offense. Hoyt highlighted that surrounding Crooks with shooters would draw defenses away, preventing double-teams and allowing for more open looks.
The Cowgirls have bolstered their roster with several other notable transfers, including Liv McGill from Florida, who averaged over 20 points per game. Other additions include Top 100 transfers Ellie Brueggemann, Yuting Deng, and Nene Ndiaye, as well as Division II Player of the Year Talexa Weeter. This influx of talent aims to support Crooks and elevate the team beyond early NCAA Tournament exits. With a strong supporting cast, Oklahoma State, which was ranked in the Top 25 last season, is targeting a Sweet 16 appearance in the upcoming tournament.
