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Top recruit McKenna Woliczko navigates homesickness, new teammates and a demanding training regimen at the University of Iowa, while the women’s basketball program eyes a deep March Madness run.
Maddux Borcherding-Johnson, a 6‑foot‑3, 292‑pound defensive lineman, is poised to capitalize on a wide‑open Iowa defensive line in 2026.
Houston’s modest 5.4 points and 5.1 rebounds per game masked a pivotal presence on the floor, and her focused offseason work could reshape the team’s dynamics heading into her sophomore season.
After a second‑round loss, Iowa’s roster is reshaping its identity, blending veteran leadership with fresh talent, and drawing inspiration from Caitlin Clark’s relentless work ethic.
A demanding early schedule pits Iowa against top‑15 programs, highlighting transfers, fan enthusiasm, and a venue steeped in Hawkeye tradition.
Iowa’s women’s basketball team has mapped out a high‑stakes non‑conference slate that includes games against Vanderbilt in Sioux City, a showdown with UConn, and a series of transfers from Georgia that could reshape the roster.