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Rebeca Soares Committed to Iowa State Basketball

The 6-foot-2 prospect announced her commitment to the Cyclones on social media.

Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Basketball

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Rebeca Soares, a standout international prospect from Brazil, has announced her commitment to join the Iowa State Cyclones women's basketball program in Ames. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Rebeca Soares has committed to join the Iowa State women's basketball program. The 6-foot-2 player previously represented Brazil in the 2023 FIBA U16 Women's Americas Championships.

Why it matters

Her arrival adds significant international experience to the Iowa State roster as the program looks to continue its legacy of recruiting talented forwards.

Rebeca Soares stands 6-foot-2, a height profile that aligns with the program's history of recruiting versatile frontcourt players.

The players

Rebeca Soares

She is a 6-foot-2 basketball prospect who represented Brazil at the youth international level.

Stephanie Soares

A former Iowa State forward, she was selected No. 4 overall in the WNBA draft after a standout collegiate career.

The details

Soares, who played for Brazil in the 2023 FIBA U16 Women's Americas Championships, officially shared her decision to play in Ames via social media. She follows in the footsteps of former Cyclone standout Stephanie Soares.

Timeline

  1. Stephanie Soares played for the Cyclones during the 2022-23 season.

  2. Rebeca Soares played in the FIBA U16 Championships in 2023.

  3. Rebeca Soares announced her commitment to Iowa State on October 1, 2026.

Season Trajectory

This commitment strengthens the program's frontcourt depth following the successful tenure of Stephanie Soares during the 2022-23 season. Her addition positions the Cyclones to maintain a competitive presence in the conference standings.

The addition of a 6-foot-2 forward provides Iowa State with a clear rotation piece to replace the production vacated by prior frontcourt departures. Fans can monitor how her international experience translates to the collegiate speed and physical demand of the Big 12.

The takeaway

Soares represents a significant addition for Iowa State as the team builds its roster for future campaigns. Recruits with international experience often bring a versatile skill set that allows for immediate adjustment to collegiate defensive schemes.

Further reading

For more on the current roster and recruiting cycle, visit Basketball.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Des Moines Register.

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