The University of Northern Iowa men’s basketball program is adding two talented Iowa high school players to its future roster.
UNI head men’s basketball coach Kyle Green announced Wednesday that the Panthers have signed two student-athletes to the program’s 2027 recruiting class during the early signing period.
The incoming class features Des Moines Roosevelt guard Charlie King and Dowling Catholic forward Alfred Kolee of West Des Moines.
Charlie King – Des Moines Roosevelt High School
King, a 6-foot-6 guard, enters his senior season at Roosevelt High School. He is a two-time Iowa Class 4A All-State selection and has earned Iowa Alliance Conference Player of the Year honors in both 2025 and 2026.
King has helped lead Roosevelt to two conference championships and has earned first-team all-conference recognition three consecutive years. He is also a 1,000-point career scorer and holds the school’s all-time record for made three-pointers with 131.
Green described King as a versatile two-way player with outstanding scoring ability, toughness and defensive skills. He said keeping a high-level Iowa talent in the state is a significant addition to the Panthers’ program.
Alfred Kolee – Dowling Catholic High School
Kolee, a 6-foot-9 forward, joins UNI following a standout junior season at Dowling Catholic in West Des Moines.
During the 2025-26 season, Kolee averaged 10.2 points and 8.5 rebounds per game while helping the Maroons reach the Iowa Class 4A state tournament semifinals.
His performance earned him Second Team All-State honors, along with Second Team All-Substate and Second Team All-Central Iowa Metro League recognition.
Green said Kolee will bring size, athleticism, rim protection and defensive versatility to the Panthers’ frontcourt. He also praised Kolee’s work ethic, character and potential to develop into an outstanding player in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Both players will join the Panthers as part of the 2027 recruiting class and continue their basketball careers at UNI in Cedar Falls.
Source: University of Northern Iowa Athletics.
