Class 4A: Top 10 Returning Rebounders

Tony Roe August 27, 2025 @ 12:30 PM

1.) 2028 [player_tooltip player_id='2523901' first='Halbert' last='Jackson'] (Cedar Rapids Washington) -- 9.5 rebounds per game   There are some rumors swirling that Jackson may have transferred across town to Kennedy, but no matter which Cedar Rapids school he's at, he'll be among the most dynamic players in the state. He's an elite athlete with the ability to score from anywhere on the floor, defend one through five, and pound the glass on both ends of the floor.   2.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='1765524' first='Evan' last='Jacobson'] (Waukee) -- 8.8   The future Texas A&M tight end uses his size, physicality, and athleticism to dominate the glass on both ends of the floor on a nightly basis. He's able to high point the ball and snatch rebounds over opposing players, and he makes good, strong contact on his box outs.   3.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='2617486' first='Charles' last='Crane'] (Dowling Catholic) -- 7.8   Crane is headed to play his college ball at the Naval Academy, where he'll give the Midshipmen a dynamic two-way interior player. He's a really good athlete with length, bounce, and some real talent as a scorer, rebounder, and rim protector.   4.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='2731853' first='Ty' last='Sanchez-Evans'] (Mason City) -- 7.7   Sanchez-Evans, a 6-3 forward, was a nightly threat to post a double-double for the Riverhawks as a junior, averaging 11.1 points with his 7.7 rebounds. He averaged more than 2 offensive rebounds a game, gaining valuable extra possessions for a Mason City team that struggled offensively.   5.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='2413554' first='Kyle' last='Smith'] (Marshalltown) -- 7.6   A 6-4 combo forward who can score inside and out, Smith led the Bobcats in scoring and rebounding last season. With his size and athleticism, he can provide some versatility on the defensive end of the floor and he does a great job controlling the defensive glass, helping limit second chances.   6.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='1765527' first='Julian' last='Manson'] (Iowa City West) -- 7.4   The future Iowa football player has been a really productive three-year varsity starter for the Trojans and will be asked to do a ton for them in his senior year after averaging 12.3 points, 2.2 assists, and 1.4 steals per game last season. He has a non-stop motor, a great second jump, and soft hands.   7.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='1978099' first='Colin' last='Rice'] (Waukee Northwest) -- 7.2   The Nebraska commit was arguably the most productive player in the state during his 17U summer, picking up a slew of high-major offers before ultimately choosing the Cornhuskers. A high IQ, long, bouncy, and incredibly skilled wing who impacts the game on both ends of the floor on nearly every possession, he's primed for a sensational senior year for what may be the best team in the state.   8.) 2027 [player_tooltip player_id='2204081' first='Charlie' last='King'] (Roosevelt) -- 7.2   A bouncy 6-3 off-ball guard who can do a little bit of everything on both ends of the floor, King led the Roughriders in scoring, rebounding, and steals as a sophomore.   9.) 2027 [player_tooltip player_id='2754694' first='Charles' last='Schaben'] (Lewis Central) -- 7.1   Schaben is a talented, athletic 6-5 wing who averaged nearly 3 offensive rebounds a game as a sophomore for the Titans, while ranking second on the team in scoring at 10.0 a contest.   10.) 2026 [player_tooltip player_id='2740205' first='Devin' last='Harper'] (Pleasant Valley) -- 7.1   Harper was a breakout for the Spartans as a junior, averaging 10.0 points and 7.1 rebounds a game, both team-highs. He's a long, bouncy, athletic combo forward with soft hands and a great second jump that he uses to corral rebounds.

1.) 2028 Halbert Jackson Halbert Jackson 6'3" | SF Cedar Rapids Washington | 2028 State IA (Cedar Rapids Washington) -- 9.5 rebounds per game