Iowa women's basketball has made the final three for four-star 2027 center Khalia Hartwell, according to 247Sports' Dushawn London.
Hartwell, a product of Westside High School in Anderson, S.C., is set to visit Iowa on September 11. The South Carolina prospect will also visit Georgia on September 4 and Virginia Tech on September 18.
Hartwell is a highly touted prospect, ranked as the nation's No. 16 overall player and the No. 2 center by 247Sports. She is also the top player in South Carolina, according to Rivals.
The Hawkeyes offered Hartwell on September 30, 2025, and if they can secure her commitment, she would join blue-chip combo guard Jada Seubert as the second member of the Hawkeyes' 2027 recruiting class.
Hartwell's impressive high school career has earned her numerous accolades, including being named South Carolina's Gatorade Player of the Year. She averaged 12.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game last season.
The Hawkeyes will have to compete with Georgia and Virginia Tech for Hartwell's signature. Iowa's visit is scheduled for September 11, and it remains to be seen whether the team can make a strong enough impression to secure Hartwell's commitment.
Hartwell's recruitment is closely watched, with many considering her a top target for several programs. Her decision will likely have significant implications for the Hawkeyes' 2027 recruiting class.
If Iowa can secure Hartwell's commitment, it would be a significant boost to the program's rebuilding efforts. The Hawkeyes have been actively recruiting top prospects in recent years, and Hartwell's signature would be a major coup.
Hartwell is set to take official visits to each of her finalists, including Iowa, Georgia, and Virginia Tech. Her decision is expected in the coming weeks, and the Hawkeyes will be eagerly waiting to see if they can land the talented center.
Source: Yahoo Sports