The University of Iowa men’s basketball team has signed Drew Thelwell for the 2024-25 season, securing the guard with one year of eligibility remaining after his four seasons at Morehead State University. Thelwell, who averaged 7.1 points, 3.0 assists, and 0.8 steals in 114 career games at Morehead State, will graduate with a degree in sports management in May. His achievements include scoring 810 career points, recording 339 assists, and helping the Eagles to two Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) regular season titles and two postseason appearances.

By the Numbers
  • Thelwell averaged 7.1 points, 3.0 assists, and 0.8 steals in 114 career games at Morehead State.
  • He scored 810 career points and had 339 assists, shooting 43 percent from the floor and 34.8 percent from 3-point range.
State of Play
  • Thelwell will join an Iowa program that won 19 games and advanced to the NIT Second Round during the 2023-24 season.
  • He concluded his Morehead State career with 91 career victories – the most in program history, and helped the Eagles to two Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) regular season titles and two postseason appearances.
What's Next

Thelwell's addition to the Iowa team brings a player with a strong track record and a year of eligibility remaining, which could contribute to the team's performance in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Drew Thelwell's signing brings a talented and experienced player to the University of Iowa men’s basketball team for the 2024-25 season, potentially strengthening the team's performance with his impressive skills and achievements from his time at Morehead State University.