After a hard push by Iowa women's basketball, in-state 2026 five-star shooting guard prospect Jenica Lewis announced on Thursday night her commitment to Notre Dame . Lewis chose the Irish over fellow finalists Iowa, Oregon , and TCU.

Lewis had long been one of the Hawkeyes ' most sought-after prospects in the 2026 class and she took an official visit to Iowa City on Oct. 25 late in the process. While the Hawkeyes hoped to add the Johnston, Iowa, native as their second 2026 commit alongside fellow five-star McKenna Woliczko , Iowa instead finishes as one of the four finalists.

"From every moment, every game, every dream - it all fits. Committed to Notre Dame," Lewis wrote in her X announcement.

Lewis is the nation's No. 22 overall recruit, the No. 4 shooting guard, and the No.

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