21 overall in 1998. He played in all eight of San Antonio's 2021 Summer League games, including. Known in college for his sharp three-point shooting, he signed a two-way contract. [9] In his sophomore season opener, Wieskamp hyperextended his elbow and had a shooting slump to start the season. After reaching for the stars and going with upside and potential over immediate impact with their first round pick of Josh Primo, the San Antonio . Its nice to see a fellow Iowan make some shots when the other one isnt, McDermott said of Wieskamps scrimmage performance. The terms were not announced. Meet Joe Wieskamp | Iowa | Big Ten Basketball | The Journey Big Ten Network 331K subscribers Subscribe 322 32K views 4 years ago #IowaHawkeyes #TheJourney #JoeWieskamp Fran McCaffery and Iowa. Im fascinated with guys who can make baskets. August 23, JWieskamp21 In the meantime, Makenzie had already established herself as a consistent team player for the Hawkeye. The 6-foot-7, 204-pound wing player (with 4% body fat)who earned second-team all-Big Ten Conference honors last season is now a pro basketball player at the highest level. ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Joe_Wieskamp&oldid=1149725181. My parents, my little brother and my fianc are out here, and my fiances family is coming out tomorrow, he said. Outstanding shooter with deep range. Verified. Wieskamp is a professional basketball player who plays for the Toronto Raptors in the National Basketball Association (NBA). After struggling with his shot during Summer League and much of the preseason, Wieskamp found a rhythm in Wednesdays Silver & Black scrimmage, sinking some confidence-building 3s. I sat out there and watched him at the free throw line hit about 19 [jump shots] in a row and I dont think any of them hit the rim. [3] Wieskamp scored a school-record 50 points in a win over Burlington High School to become Muscatine's all-time leading scorer. Getting to know the Spurs' 2021 Draft picks. [1] Wieskamp played basketball for Muscatine High School in his hometown of Muscatine, Iowa. Wieskamp left high school as the Iowa Class 4A career scoring leader, with 2,376 points. Steve Kerr, Manu Ginobili, Robert Horry, Bruce Bowen, Brent Barry, Matt Bonner, Danny Green, Patty Mills, Davis Bertans, Bryn Forbes and so many others all heard him exhort them to do it from time to time. Popovich isnt around at the moment to share that speech with Joe Wieskamp, but the rookie forward has heard variations of it already from Spurs assistant coach Mitch Johnson and a few of his more experienced teammates. While Joe was in middle school, he was laying his foot on baseball, football and basketball. [29] On November 3, Wieskamp was named to the opening night roster for the Wisconsin Herd. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. He quit football after breaking his thumb and eventually decided to focus solely on basketball. 41 posts. Data Provided By They started dating in March 2019. Started all 97 games of Iowas games over the last three seasons. They can close out quicker, so you have to get it off quicker.. [30], On January 7, 2023, Wieskamp signed a 10-day contract with the Toronto Raptors. The 23-year-old small forward spent most of his formative years playing basketball in their backyard with his three brothers. Joe Wieskamp was projected as a late-2 nd round draft pick by most NBA analysts prior to his incendiary performance at the combine in which he notched the fourth-best numbers in the max vertical . the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Click here for more local sports stories. Makenzie has two sisters, Macy and Megan, and a brother Matt. [34], "Going places: Iowa recruit Wieskamp blossoms into elite talent", "Meet Joe Wieskamp: Muscatine's young hoops star set to join Hawkeyes in '18", "Wieskamp named MAC Player of the Year, 1 of 3 Muskies honors", "Hawkeye commit scores 50, breaks two school records", "Meet The Des Moines Register's All-Iowa boys' basketball team", "Muskies' Wieskamp is 2018 Iowa Mr. Basketball", "Wieskamp scores 24, No. [1], As a junior, Wieskamp averaged 30.4 points and 10.2 rebounds per game and was recognized as MAC Player of the Year. Joe and Makenzie Meyer were engaged at Wilson's Ciderhouse & Venue in October 2020. With leading scorer Devin Vassell playing just seven minutes before leaving the game late in the first half with a tight right hamstring, Wieskamp had his best game of summer league against the Bulls, finishing with 11 points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 26 minutes as a starter. Memphis Grizzlies forward Romeo Weems (0) goes to the basket as San Antonio Spurs guard Joe Wieskamp (15) looks on in the first half during an NBA summer league basketball game Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, in Salt Lake City. UIW community mourns nursing student after fatal shooting on I-35, Large sinkhole on the west side prompts road closure, Eerie cloud formation seen over San Antonio, Congratulations! Wieskamp sank 46.2 percent of his 3-point shots (73 of 158) last season a Iowa, the best percentage for any power conference player with at least 80 attempts. Joe Wieskamp married wife Makenzie Meyer on July 30, 2022. Before joining the NBA, Wieskamp played college basketball for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Muscatine in Muscatine, Iowa, Draft: [15] At the close of the regular season, Wieskamp was named to the Third Team All-Big Ten by the coaches and media. My dad is a physical therapist, so if I ever needed anything, he was right there helping me. Posted four point-rebound double-doubles. As the duo grew closer, they realized they shared many commonalities beyond their deep love for the game. Mackenzie is a very attractive young lady. Both of them were aspiring athletes and exceptional players in their own right, with one playing on a men's team and the other on a women's team. Do you have a sports website? However, I may have misunderstood. Join Facebook to connect with Joe Wieskamp and others you may know. Hes also an older rookie because (he stayed in) school. [20], On July 29, 2021, Wieskamp was drafted with the 41st overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft by the San Antonio Spurs. His dad Steve is a local businessman who owns a therapy service, Muscatine Physical Therapy. [7], Wieskamp committed to play college basketball for Iowa on June 9, 2015, before his sophomore year. Muscatine-native Joe Wieskamp and Makenzie Meyer, from Mason City, Iowa, found love on the court, and have been dating for more than a year. [16] He averaged 14.0 points and 6.1 rebounds per game and led the Big Ten in free throw shooting at 85.6 percent. If he can get it off, with his balance and seeing the rim and everything (at 6-foot-6), I think its a good shot.. Meyer also reflected on all the memories she had created with Joe in the past year. "My mindset the whole time was, Im ready to do this thing. I went out in pregame warm-ups just to watch him, and I never go out in pregame warm-ups. Most college couples spend their date nights going to dinner or the movies, but not this college couple. In these cases, the average was taken. You are using an out of date browser. If anyone was doubting that the 6-foot-7 sharpshooter would get drafted-- Wieskamp proved them wrong over the past few. Wonder who would win a game of 21 between her and Joe. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. She uploaded a lovely one-anniversary post on March 4, 2020, with a picture of the two at the basketball court as she kissed him on his cheeks. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? You must log in or register to reply here. Im ready to take the next step,'"Wieskamp told the Register recently. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. www.graphicformationfilms.comMusicbed SyncID:MB01JOQZBN9XWTLMB01Y9BKUISTA02MB01CDWYZAT4ACMMB01GC12VZ5CPWLMB01CHMA3KB2G9N 242 following. 43 overall in the 2007 draft.). It was a lavish outdoor wedding on July 30. Played quarterback and was a talented baseball player in middle school before focusing on basketball. Joe Wieskampmet his girlfriend Makenzie for the first time while playing at Iowa University. Find out more. 12 overall pick. He played college basketball for the Iowa Hawkeyes before being drafted 41st overall in the 2021 NBA draft by the San Antonio Spurs. 1999 Fortunately for the Spurs, Wieskamp, 21, is eager to comply. What hes also learning is that the Spurs want him to forget about fitting in and just let em fly. Seriously, can we get a pic of the blonde at the scorers table? (Adam Haluska went No. One day while playing football in school as a quarterback, Joe broke his finger, and that was a turning point in his career. Wieskamp averaged 14.8 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. We present them here for purely educational purposes. One of five finalists for the 2020-21 Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year Award. His athleticism especially stood out at the NBA Combine in late June, when he soared 42 inches in the max-vertical jump tied for the fourth-highest mark of all 50-plus players who tested in Chicago. Pretty sure that the Mr. When she is on, she can make it from deep. In his sophomore season, he averaged 21.6 points and 10 rebounds per game and was named first-team all-state. So, screw it. Similarly, in May, they went on a holiday trip to Hawaii. 17 Iowa rout Nebraska 9672", "Big Ten Unveils Men's Basketball Postseason Honors on BTN", "Joe Wieskamp named third-team all-Big Ten", "No. One draft prospect is 6-foot-6 guard Joe Wieskamp. Fortunately for the Spurs, Wieskamp, 21, is eager to comply. The marksman was a competent two-way player in college but will struggle to defend bigger players in the. Joe Wieskamp was drafted by San Antonio Spurs, 2nd round (11th pick, 41st overall), 2021 NBA Draft. At 23 years old, Joe Wieskamp height is 1.98 m and Weight 95 kg. Joe Wieskamp is on Twitter at JWieskamp21. He became the first Iowa Class 4A player to average 30 points since Jeff Horner in 2002. Dana and his grandmother work in the facility as an assistant to therapists. His athleticism especially stood out at the NBA Combine in late June, when he soared 42 inches in the max-vertical jumptied for the fourth-highest mark of all 50-plus players who tested in Chicago. For years, thats the advice Spurs coach Gregg Popovich has offered sharpshooters struggling to regain their shooting touch. That experience of playing in Austin will be great. (41-41, 9th place in NBA Eastern Conference). Similarly, Joe's teammates from the Spurs also gathered at the venue to bestow their love and blessings on the married couple. Derrick White ties the knot, Spurs news: New Chief Impact Officer & partnership, roster addition, a Coyote fanatic and more, How have the Spurs fared in recent NBA Drafts? Feb 17, 2020. They interviewed her for the story, which I don't think they would do if it was Joe's girlfriend. [12] On December 9, he had 23 points in a 7252 win over Minnesota. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS [14] He set a new career-high with 30 points on February 8, in a 9672 win over Nebraska. wiesy10, Position: Ranked third in the Big Ten in three-pointers made (73). On ExpressNews.com: San Antonio Spurs Tre Jones finding his voice in Vegas. The Muscatine native shot 46.2% from 3-point range as a junior. [4] He was voted Iowa Gatorade Player of the Year. It's also available for football, hockey and baseball. As Spurs rookie Joe Wieskamp makes the challenging transition from college to the NBA, he's leaning on fiance and fellow Iowa alumnus Makenzie Meyer for support. 2020-21 CoSIDA Academic All-District First Team selection. The Spurs waived Samanic, the 19th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, Monday. He had previously missed time with the 905 while dealing with the issue, but it appears. Joe Wieskamp 2021 NBA Draft Profile College Career. PERSONAL Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. [6] He repeated as Iowa Gatorade Player of the Year and was named Iowa Mr. Basketball. On April 14, Wieskamp declared for the 2021 NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility. Two years after, they got hitched. He doesnt want to shoot a bad shot. Angel Reese disrespects The President and First Lady, Nashville school shooter was hunting pastor who was counselling her, SIAP: very small: Angel Reese reveals LSU players REFUSED to let First Lady Jill Biden visit locker room, (NEW STORY) 2024 Three-Star Recruit Receives Dual Football Offer, 2nd Annual HawkswithHeart Public Football Signing Event. #27. Joe Wieskamp, a 6'7 guard out of Iowa, has the potential to be a spot-up shooting weapon, and maybe a bit more than that. Wieskamp shot 49.5% from three-point range in Big Ten games in 2020-21, the best mark in the conference. Photo Dump from Joe and Makenzie's big day from the Celebration Farm in Iowa City, Iowa ( Source : instagram ). I havent been shooting it as well as I am used to, but I am going to keep firing. She has just been a huge support for me that makes this transition so much easier.. This page was last edited on 14 April 2023, at 02:05. That determination and a strong preparation for the pros has paid off. Became the state of Iowas all-time high school scoring leader as a senior in 2017-18. Last year's No. As they made their way down the aisle towards the altar, the newlyweds paused for a passionate kiss in the hallway, much to the delight of their guests. Its all about learning, all about growing. College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com, Scores from any date in BAA/NBA or ABA history, Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball, Basketball-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREE. A week later, they went on a short vacation to Puerto Morelos, Q.R., Mexico, where they stayed at a five-star hotel, Dreams Sapphire Resort & Spa and relished their moments. 2018-19 All-Big Ten Freshman Team choice. Joe and Makenzie on a date in July 2020 ( Source : instagram ). Throughout his junior season of college basketball, Joe Wieskamp knew that it would be his last at the University of Iowa. "I feel like thats the mindset you have to have.". Wieskamp is averaging 2.1 points on 40% shooting from 3-point range in 17 games with San Antonio. Or write about sports? Attractive young lady who can really stroke it from long range. Wieskamp and Meyer Wedding Video ( Source : youtube ). And I had my dog, so I cant complain.. On a Friday or Saturday night, instead of at the movies or out to dinner, you might find Joe and Makenzie working out or practicing on the court. In his freshman season, he averaged 18.6 points per game, which made him the top scoring freshman in Iowa. 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