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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa guard Taylor Stremlow poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The players took photos and answered questions from the media. (Isabella Tisdale/ The Daily Iowan)

Iowa women’s basketball finds energy with Taylor Stremlow

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter December 3, 2024

 Iowa women’s basketball has yet another source of energy to boost the team — this time in the form of first-year guard Taylor Stremlow. While the first-year guard is a new name on the Hawkeyes’...

Teagan Mallegni drives in 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.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs. Washington State

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor November 25, 2024

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...

Iowa players help Hannah Stuelke get up during an Iowa women’s basketball game against Drake at the Knapp Center on Nov. 17 in Des Moines. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 86-73, with standout performances on both teams.

Iowa women’s basketball puts on defensive clinic in 72-43 home victory over Washington State

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 24, 2024

Iowa women’s basketball put on a defensive clinic, holding Washington State to 27 percent shooting and 20 turnovers in the 72-43 home victory on Sunday. Such a defensive effort inside Carver-Hawkeye...

Iowa’s Lucy Olsen makes a three point attempt during an Iowa women’s basketball game against Drake at the Knapp Center on Nov. 17 in Des Moines. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 86-73, with standout performances on both teams.

Iowa women’s basketball team quiets Kansas, 71-58, in Sioux Falls

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 20, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team tamed Kansas for the 71-58 victory in Sioux Falls on Wednesday.  Forward Hannah Stuelke notched a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds along with four assists,...

Iowa’s Lucy Olsen looks to pass during an Iowa women’s basketball game against Drake at the Knapp Center on Nov. 17 in Des Moines. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 86-73, with standout performances on both teams.

Iowa women’s basketball surpasses Drake, readies for Kansas and Washington State

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 19, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team has continued its case for a ranking in the AP Poll with a still-undefeated record; although unsuccessful, the Hawkeyes will look to continue the hot streak this...

Iowa guard Sydney Affolter drives to the basket guarded by Toledo’s Destiny Robinson during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Iowa women’s basketball fourth-year guard Sydney Affolter stepping into a big role for the Hawkeyes

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 19, 2024

 Prior to the 2024-25 season, the Iowa women’s basketball team received tough news.  A nagging pain in senior guard Sydney Affolter’s knee forced her to undergo a surgical scope of the knee,...

Iowa’s Addison O’Grady and Drake’s Anna Miller jump for the ball during an Iowa women’s basketball game against Drake at the Knapp Center on Nov. 17 in Des Moines. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 86-73, with standout performances on both teams.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs. Drake

Jessy Lane, Photojournalist November 17, 2024

The Iowa women's basketball team defeated Drake at the Knapp Center in Des Moines on Sunday. Drake celebrated the 50th anniversary of its women's basketball program. The game remained close throughout,...

Iowa forward Addison O'Grady gets the jump ball during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

Iowa women’s basketball creates points, opportunities with Addison O’Grady

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 17, 2024

Iowa women’s basketball is in an unfamiliar era without the sharpshooting talent of Caitlin Clark, but it has managed to find new opportunities to put points on the board closer to the hoop, thanks...

Iowa forward Addison O'Grady and assistant coach Randi Henderson exchange words following a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 91-73.

Iowa women’s basketball tops Drake, 86-73

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 17, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team ventured across the state to Des Moines on Sunday to take on in-state rival Drake. In the toughest competition of the season so far, the Hawkeyes managed to outlast...

Iowa guard Taylor McCabe gestures after hitting a three-point shot during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Whether she’s in the starting lineup or coming in off the bench, Taylor McCabe’s presence is felt on the floor

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter November 13, 2024

Two weeks ago, third-year Iowa women's basketball guard Taylor McCabe enjoyed the pleasure of going through introductions as a member of the Hawkeyes' starting lineup for the first time.  She remained...

Iowa forward Ava Heiden puts up a contested layup during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs. Toledo

Talan Nelson, Photojournalist November 13, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Toledo Rockets, 94-57, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday. Scoring for the Hawkeyes was led by Hannah Stuelke and Lucy Olsen with 15 and 14 points, respectively. Iowa...

Iowa guard Sydney Affolter celebrates during the NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The Gamecocks defeated the Hawkeyes, 87-75.

Iowa women’s basketball locks down, topples Toledo in 94-57 win

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 13, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team showcased defensive versatility and shooting prowess in a 94-57 home win over Toledo on Wednesday. The Hawkeyes set a dominant tone early on that enabled a strong...