2026 Top-150 recruit Jaidyn Coon commits to Creighton

Jaidyn Coon, a three-star shooting guard in the 2026 class, has committed to Creighton, he told On3.

The 6-foot-6 junior out of Storm Lake High (IA) chose Greg McDermott and the Bluejays over offers from Iowa, Drake, Illinois, Iowa State, Nebraska, and TCU.

Coon is the No. 135 overall recruit in the 2026 cycle, according to the On3’s Top-150 Rankings. He’s also the No. 30 shooting guard prospect and the No. 2 player in Iowa.

Coon on his commitment to Creighton

Jaidyn Coon went in-depth on his commitment to Creighton with On3.

“Coach McDermott, Coach Vanderloo and I have developed a close relationship over the past several months,” he said. “They constantly have been checking in on me and making me feel like a priority. It’s also close to home which is a huge bonus. But, over time, I really could see myself playing for them.”

What led to his trust in coach McDermott and the staff?

“I’d have to say the fact they were always checking in or even coming to my games. They checked in with not only me but my family too. The coaches seemed to care about me as a person and not just who I am as an athlete and that’s super important to me.”

In his own words, what type of player is Creighton getting in Coon?

“I’m a get-out-and-go type of player. Get the ball and run. I’m also quick on my feet on defense and I can defend 1-4 positions pretty well. I also like more of an organized offense which I feel Creighton does that very well.”

He has a message for Creighton fans.

“I’m just a small town kid who has dreamt of playing college basketball one day and I get to live out my dream wearing a Bluejay uniform.”