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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 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...

Iowa guard Teagan Mallegni goes up for a shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Mallegni had 18 points and three rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

Iowa women’s basketball finds talent, offense in first-year Teagan Mallegni

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 12, 2024

Though the Iowa women’s basketball team lost many stars last season, it has the potential to increase it’s offensive firepower in 2024-25 with first-year Teagan Mallegni, one of several newcomers...

Iowa guard Lucy Olsen goes up for a 3-point shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Olsen had 19 points, seven assists, and four rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 91-73.

Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes power through Virginia Tech, look ahead to Toledo and Drake

Jack Birmingham and Colin Votzmeyer November 12, 2024

The Iowa women's basketball team is now 2-0 this season, further proving their place in the collegiate women's basketball world despite a new look. But two more tests this week, one with a risky rival,...

Iowa center Addison O'Grady and LSU forward Angel Reese fight for a spot in the lane during an NCAA Tournament Elite Eight game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 3 LSU at the Hilton Hotel in Albany, N.Y., on Monday, April 1, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 94-87.

Iowa women’s basketball dominates Virginia Tech, 71-52

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter November 10, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team clinched a dominating 71-52 win over Virginia Tech in the Ally Tipoff in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday. With the win, Iowa improves to 2-0 on the young season.  Fourth-year...

Iowa guard Lucy Olsen drives to the basket during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Olsen had 19 points, seven assists, and four rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 91-73.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs. Northern Illinois

Cody Blissett, Managing Visuals Editor November 7, 2024

The Iowa women's basketball team started off their regular season by defeating Northern Illinois 91-73 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 6. After a slow start, Iowa’s largest lead came in...

Iowa guard Kylie Feuerbach goes up for a shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Following the half the Hawkeyes lead the Huskies 45-34.

Iowa women’s basketball guard Kylie Feuerbach shines in opening night victory

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter November 6, 2024

Despite losing the services of Caitlin Clark, Gabbie Marshall, and Kate Martin in the offseason, the Iowa women’s basketball team has quickly adjusted their offense in 2024-25 around its most experienced...

Iowa guard Lucy Olsen goes up for a 3-point shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Following the half the Hawkeyes lead the Huskies 45-34.

Iowa women’s basketball kicks off 2024-25 campaign with 91-73 home victory over Northern Illinois

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 6, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team kicked off its 2024-25 campaign with a 91-73 victory over Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday. Iowa guard Lucy Olsen, in her first official...

Iowa guard Taylor McCabe goes up for a shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. McCabe had eight points and seven rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Two first-year guards impress in last week’s exhibition win, Sydney Affolter injury update

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 5, 2024

The long-awaited start to Iowa women’s basketball’s season is officially upon us.  The 110-55 exhibition win over Missouri Western has marinated for six days now, and still, the one-game sample...

Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke celebrates during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Stuelke had 18 points and five rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball exhibition game vs. Western Missouri State

Hannah Neuville and Cody Blissett October 30, 2024

Iowa defeated Missouri Western State, 110-55, during an exhibition game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday. The Hawkeyes had an early lead in the game, ending the first quarter at 33-14...