When it comes to making waves on the recruiting trail, nothing beats a solid postseason run. Iowa's head coach, Ben McCollum, has taken the Hawkeyes from the bottom of the pack to a powerhouse, thanks to his unwavering commitment to recruiting a specific type of player.
During Iowa's impressive NCAA Tournament journey, McCollum was asked how the program's recent success might influence its appeal to prospects and transfers. His response was straightforward: if you're tough, Iowa's the place for you.
Apparently, that message hit home for one promising recruit. Shortly after Iowa's tournament exit, Donovan Davis, a top 50 forward prospect, lined up an official visit to Iowa City.
Iowa's been lucky to have players like Bennett Stirtz, Cam Manyawu, Kael Combs, Isaia Howard, Tate Sage, and Tavion Banks join the team under McCollum's leadership. However, with Stirtz and Banks moving on, the team is on the hunt for fresh talent.
Enter Donovan Davis, a standout from neighboring Wisconsin. Davis, a six-foot-seven forward from Kaukauna, is not just any recruit. He's been turning heads as one of Wisconsin's top prospects, and now he's set to visit Iowa City in April.
Davis has been on Iowa's radar since last June when the program extended an offer. As he prepares for his senior year, Davis is ranked as a four-star prospect by 247Sports. He's Wisconsin's No. 2 overall prospect, the No. 7 power forward in the nation, and ranks 42nd overall in the 2027 class.
Whether it's Iowa's recent success or McCollum's clear vision for the type of player he wants, landing Davis could give the Hawkeyes a significant edge in the 2027 recruiting class.