kansas assistant coach Curtis Townsend No. 1 recruit in attendance Tuesday night Tyron StokesA source told Rivals this was the first home game at Rainier Beach High School (WA).
Stokes, a 6-foot-7 small forward, put up impressive numbers: 27 points, 14 rebounds, 7 assists, 8 steals, 2 blocks, and a win over Bishop Blanchet (Washington State).
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Kansas State is one of three finalists selected for five-star standings, joins kentucky and oregon. Vanderbilt Now has joined in, offering Stokes a chance on Tuesday night. The Commodores are off to a strong start to the season, going 9-0 and ranked No. 15 in the AP poll.
Stokes, a Louisville native, began his senior year at Notre Dame Prep in California before recently transferring to Rainier Beach, Washington.
What Stokes is looking for in school
In a previous interview with Rivals, Tyron Stokes discussed what he wants out of a college program.
“I want to play for people off the pitch who really appreciate me,” Stokes said previously. “I was looking for someone to talk to about how things were going and not just talk about basketball all the time. I was looking for a home, a place where I felt comfortable.”
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Stokes Scouting Report
“The first look you take at Tyran Stokes is that he possesses optimal position size, explosive athleticism, and the ability to create advantages on multiple levels of the field. So while he’s still developing into an alpha player, you’ll see that he has the framework to work right away. Looking at the 2026 class at this moment, you’ll quickly see the star power that’s been lacking in the 2025 cycle. As a result, a lot of players are going to need to continue to develop all aspects of their game.
…Stokes is no exception, as he must continue to work hard to reach his highest high-end potential. We’ve hit the balance point to help with more consistent movement. In addition, it is also important for him to find a stable motivation. However, given his fun sense and his natural tools, a few different paths for him are obvious. ” – Rival Jamie Shaw