Sarah Okeke announces her commitment usc On Tuesday, he became the third five-star recruit to join the Trojans for next season, pushing him to No. 1 in ESPN’s 2026 class rankings. The Spanish prospect chose Lindsey Gottlieb’s team over Kentucky, Indiana and Texas.
The 6-foot-4 forward’s decision to play her final high school season at DME Academy in the United States has sparked discussion about whether she will pursue the college route or play professionally at the international level. He averaged 17 points and 7 rebounds while shooting nearly 70% from the field in DME, hoping to make it to the Chipotle Nationals on April 2-4 (ESPN).
“I chose USC because as soon as I stepped on campus, I felt at home,” Okeke told ESPN. “The coaching staff and players are exactly what I’m looking for, and I know they will push me to continue to grow on and off the court. I can’t wait to be a part of [of] And make an impact on this particular program.”
Okeke was the headliner of the 2025 FIBA U18 Women’s EuroBasket, where she was named MVP after averaging 13.8 points on 57% shooting and 7.1 rebounds. Her unique combination of length, agility and instincts makes her a strong presence in the paint, where she can finish well with either hand. Her style and fluidity is reminiscent of former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike.
Okeke joins star-studded USC class sc next 100 Number 1 recruit Saniyah Hall and Australian five-star Sitaya Phagan. all three will be involved juju watkins, jazzy davidson And kennedy smith Leading the Trojans back to the level of competition they enjoyed before Watkins’ injury.
Expect him to be versatile defensively and able to put immediate pressure on opponents offensively with his ability to rebound and get out quickly in transition.
