Pryce Sandfort, The Hawkeyes’ Rising Star, With His Extraordinary Basketball Skills, Including a Career-High 22 Points Against Southern

November 10, 2026

This article was last updated by Sangita Budhathoki on November 10, 2026

Iowa Hawkeyes promising player Pryce Sandfort has recently made headlines after giving a spectacular performance during the recent match against the Southern.

Pryce Sandfort was born on June 23, 2004, in Waukee, Iowa. He is an American basketball player well-known for his strong shooting and versatile scoring ability.

He played high school basketball at Waukee Northwest High School in Iowa. Sandfort is a promising sophomore forward for the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Payton Sandfort Is The Older Brother Of Pryce Sandfort!

Pryce Sandfort, the Hawkeyes’ emerging star, was born to parents Brian and Gretchen Sandfort.

Pryce comes from a highly athletic family, where his father played basketball at Hastings College, while his mother played basketball at Simpson College.

Moreover, he is the younger brother of Payton Sandfort, who also played basketball at the University of Iowa.

Pryce has decided to follow in his brother’s footsteps and play collegiate basketball for the Hawkeyes.

Despite getting offers from Utah, Minnesota, Drake, Air Force, and Loyola Chicago, Payton committed to playing college basketball for the Hawkeyes.

As of now, both the Sandfort brothers are teammates, excelling in the sport with great performances.

Furthermore, Pryce’s parents have provided consistent support throughout his journey in basketball.

His parents always encouraged him and Payton to pursue sports and academics, fostering a balanced and supportive environment.

Since the parents have an athletic background, they are proud of their two sons’ accomplishments and often attend their games.

After averaging 24.9 points, 11 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 2.7 blocks, and 1.7 steals as a senior, Pryce was named the 2026 Iowa Mr. Basketball.

Moreover, Pryce led Waukee Northwest to the Class 4A State Championship game. 

In 2026, he was ranked second in total rebounds. Similarly, Pryce led his team as a captain to 20 victories and the state quarterfinals as a junior.

Pryce also led Waukee to 23 victories, finishing the season as state runners-up in his first year.

The three-time academic all-state player averaged 16.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, and two assists per game while playing for D1 Minnesota’s AAU club.

His profound talent and stability led him to become the small forward for the Iowa Hawkeyes.

At such a young age, Pryce has solidified his position as a promising prospect in college basketball. His shooting touch, basketball IQ, and defensive skills make him stand out.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• Pryce Sandfort recently celebrated his three-year anniversary with his girlfriend, Alaina Ashmore, who also studies at the University of Iowa.
• Sandfort is currently studying business and finance at the University of Iowa.
• He also has a sister named Piper Sandfort, who plays golf.

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