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The Missouri Valley Conference's Board of Directors has approved a comprehensive restructuring of its basketball championships, moving the women's event to St. Louis and adopting a ten‑team bracket for both genders beginning in 2027. The changes aim to boost visibility, deepen fan involvement and secure new sponsorship opportunities, while honoring the legacy of previous host venues.
The Missouri Valley Conference announces a new 10‑team, single‑week tournament under the Arch Madness brand, bringing together men’s and women’s basketball in St. Louis beginning in 2027.
The Missouri Valley Conference reveals a major realignment of its basketball championships, moving the women's event to St. Louis and adopting a unified 10‑team structure that promises broader exposure and deeper fan engagement.
From a Division II standout to a projected first‑round pick, Bennett Stirtz embodies Iowa’s new basketball renaissance.
As USA TODAY marks the nation’s 250th anniversary, Iowa’s top female basketball players are highlighted for their historic scoring feats, community impact, and lasting influence on the game.
Keller Daugherty, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from Lee's Summit High School, has pledged to Iowa, climbing to four‑star status and reshaping the program's future.
A standout senior from Iowa, Bennett Stirtz is projected as a first‑round selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, with ESPN linking him to the Detroit Pistons who seek a sharpshooting playmaker to complement their All‑NBA point guard.
The 2026 All‑Iowa teams spotlight 11 elite players and highlight state champions across three classes, showcasing record‑breaking goal scorers, playmakers and goalkeepers.
The Hawkeyes have locked in a demanding slate of games, blending early home contests with a rugged Big Ten road slate, while Coach McCollum emphasizes strategic scheduling to peak in March.
Iowa is set to replace departing star Bennett Stirtz with top Florida point guard Cayden Daughtry, a five‑star recruit whose scoring and playmaking could reshape the Hawkeyes' backcourt under coach Ben McCollum.
After more than three decades across college basketball, Jeff Rutter has been appointed assistant coach at Bellarmine University, bringing a proven track record of tournament appearances, player development and academic excellence.
Iowa is courting five-star point guard Cayden Daughtry, a top 2027 recruit, to succeed departing star Bennett Stirtz, with a campus visit scheduled for Sept. 11.
Keller Daugherty, a 2027 three‑star hybrid player from Lee's Summit, Missouri, announced his commitment to the University of Iowa after an official visit, ending his recruitment early and becoming the first pledge in Iowa's upcoming class.
Six‑foot‑10 forward Keller Daugherty pledged to Iowa, bringing a versatile skill set and a top‑153 national ranking to the Hawkeyes’ 2027 class.
Missouri forward Keller Daugherty pledged to the University of Iowa, becoming the first commitment in the Hawkeyes' 2027 class and bringing a versatile skill set to the program.
South Dakota State University opens its 2026 football season against Northwestern on September 5. After a 9‑5 record in 2025 and a quarterback injury, the Jackrabbits aim to rebuild and contend in the FCS.
The university announced Hurley's appointment, highlighting his playing pedigree, coaching experience, and the timing of his start during the Bulldogs' summer training phase.
The Bulldogs announced the hiring of Dylan Hurley, a graduate assistant with a distinguished playing and coaching background, as they intensify summer training ahead of the upcoming season.
Iowa will host promising forward Keller Daugherty for a two‑day visit, a key step in his recruitment that could influence both his future and the Hawkeyes’ roster plans.
Northwestern’s revamped roster mixes three returning players with eight transfers, two freshmen and a walk‑on, creating a season that could swing from an NCAA Tournament bid to the bottom of the Big Ten standings.
Northwestern’s men’s basketball program is reshaping its roster with eight incoming transfers, two freshmen and a walk‑on, targeting a balanced ceiling and floor as it seeks a bubble spot in the expanded NCAA field.
Coach Eric Henderson announced the addition of five new athletes, including four transfers and a top high‑school prospect, ahead of the 2026‑27 basketball season.
Bennett Stirtz gave up significant NIL money to join the University of Iowa, a decision that unlocked recruiting opportunities and helped the team reach the Elite Eight, while positioning him as a top NBA draft prospect.
Bennett Stirtz gave up significant NIL money to join Iowa, prioritizing team success and helping the Hawkeyes reach their first Elite Eight in nearly 40 years while positioning himself as a first‑round NBA prospect.