Drake has signed guards Evan Abbott and Brant Wassenaar for the 2027-28 season, adding two high-scoring prospects with Iowa and South Dakota ties. Abbott is a state champion from Ankeny, while Wassenaar brings size, playmaking and a strong winning record from Sioux Falls Christian.

By the Numbers
  • Abbott averaged 18.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 2.2 steals as a junior, shooting 53% from the field and 37% from 3-point range.
  • Wassenaar averaged 23 points, 7.4 rebounds and 5.1 assists last season; his career record is 71-4.
  • Both players are 6-foot-5 or taller: Abbott is 6-foot-6, and Wassenaar is 6-foot-5.
Yes, But

Both recruits have impressive prep résumés, but their college impact remains to be seen; they are scheduled to join Drake for the 2027-28 season.

Bottom Line

Drake is investing in versatile, productive guards with proven success—and adding a local prospect in Abbott alongside Wassenaar, a former teammate of current Bulldog Griffen Goodbary.