No. 1 Player in America Commits to Indiana Hoosiers Women’s Basketball Over Alabama and Tennessee…
No. 1 Player in America Commits to Indiana Hoosiers Women’s Basketball Over Alabama and Tennessee
In a major recruiting win for Indiana University, Ashlinn James—the No. 1 ranked women’s basketball player in America—has officially committed to the Hoosiers, choosing IU over powerhouse programs Alabama and Tennessee.
The 5-foot-10 point guard from Louisville, Kentucky, is widely regarded as a game-changer thanks to her elite court vision, scoring ability, and relentless defense. Her decision to join Indiana marks one of the most significant commitments in program history.
James made her announcement on Friday night via a social media post that quickly went viral among college basketball fans. “I’m excited to call Bloomington home,” she said. “Coach Moren and her staff made me feel like family from day one, and I believe in the vision they have for this program.”
Her commitment further solidifies head coach Teri Moren’s reputation as one of the top recruiters in the nation. The Hoosiers are already reloading their roster with key additions like Zania Socka-Nguemen from UCLA and Alabama transfer Chloe Spreen, and now, with James in the mix, Indiana is poised to make a serious run at the Big Ten title and beyond.
James’s decision also delivers a blow to both Alabama and Tennessee, two SEC programs that had heavily pursued the dynamic point guard throughout the recruiting cycle.
“She’s the kind of player that changes the trajectory of a program,” said one national analyst. “Indiana just became a national contender.”
Fans can expect James to make an immediate impact when she arrives on campus next season, and her arrival marks a new chapter in Indiana women’s basketball—a chapter that promises excitement, excellence, and the pursuit of championships.
