The Iowa women’s basketball team defeated Washington State, 72-43, on Sunday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. Despite the fall break, 14,996 fans were in attendance for the tip-off at 3:00 p.m.
The Hawkeyes played a strong game, allowing every available player to record minutes against the Cougars. Notably, Hawkeye senior Lucy Olsen recorded a season-high eight rebounds throughout the game. Hawkeye’s defense played a vital role in the game, holding Washington State to a season-low in points. This game added another tally to the Hawkeyes 6-0 win streak this season going into Cancun.
Iowa will play Rhode Island at the Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya on the Yucatan Peninsula in Cancun, Mexico, on Thursday.
Players warmup during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 72-43.