Iowa State women’s basketball standout Audi Crooks has announced she will enter the transfer portal, marking one of the most significant moves of the college basketball offseason. The decision was shared on Thursday, April 3, 2026, as Crooks confirmed she will explore new opportunities for her final year of eligibility.

Crooks, a 6-foot-3 junior from Algona, Iowa, emerged this season as one of the nation’s most dominant players. She finished second nationally in scoring, averaging 25.8 points and 7.7 rebounds per game while shooting an impressive 64.9% from the field. Her performance earned her second-team All-American honors and recognition on the Wooden Award All-America Team.

In a message to fans, Crooks expressed appreciation for her time at Iowa State, highlighting the strong connections she built within the community and with supporters. She described her decision as an opportunity to “take root again in new ground,” signaling a desire to grow further in her final collegiate season.

Her departure comes after Iowa State completed a 22-10 season and exited the NCAA tournament in the first round despite Crooks’ standout performances. With her production and experience, Crooks is now one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal as teams across the country look to add elite talent.