2026 Recruiting: Sara Okeke

[Topdawg]

At UConn, she will have to compete for time against Jana, Yanna, Olivia, Ice, and Gandy. UConn will have to figure out if they need another big or would be better off adding a reliable outside threat.

SC already added a big, and Kitts and Watkins would be coming back so new players are unlikely to start over those already on the team.

 

[IndyMark]

At UConn, she will have to compete for time against Jana, Yanna, Olivia, Ice, and Gandy. UConn will have to figure out if they need another big or would be better off adding a reliable outside threat.

SC already added a big, and Kitts and Watkins would be coming back so new players are unlikely to start over those already on the team.

I am not sure if another player is needed for this class. UCONN has Morgan Cheli coming back next year, hopefully Ice will be available next season. Gandy should be seeing minutes next year along with Patterson. Olivia will see minutes next year. Tough decision whether to add another player or hold off for the 2027 class.

 

[OldVet]

I am not sure if another player is needed for this class. UCONN has Morgan Cheli coming back next year, hopefully Ice will be available next season. Gandy should be seeing minutes next year along with Patterson. Olivia will see minutes next year. Tough decision whether to add another player or hold off for the 2027 class.

It never hurts to add talent. Maybe I'm overvaluing Sara Okeke, but when you have the opportunity to get a player with her demonstrated skill set and potential you usually take.

 

[dtbtbtb]

I was wondering why UConn is interested in Sara O. when you have Olivia coming in, Jana, Ice, Yanna and Gandy who will most probably be competing for 1 stating spot as the small ball is Geno preferred type of game...

 

[temery]

Don't post rumors.

 

[OldVet]

I was wondering why UConn is interested in Sara O. when you have Olivia coming in, Jana, Ice, Yanna and Gandy who will most probably be competing for 1 stating spot as the small ball is Geno preferred type of game...

While exact real-time rankings can fluctuate based on specific update cycles, her standing across major scouting platforms places her as an elite, five-star talent:

ESPN HoopGurlz: As of the most recent 2026 recruiting updates, Okeke is generally viewed as a top-tier recruit within the top 10 to 15 nationally. She is a critical piece in the national team rankings, with programs like UConn, South Carolina, and LSU vying for her commitment.
247Sports Composite: She has been ranked as high as No. 11 nationally and the No. 2 Center in her class.
Prep Girls Hoops: She has been ranked as the No. 6 prospect nationally and holds the No. 1 spot in Florida

I would wager that Geno would take one of those.