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The Iowa Hawkeyes enter their third year under head coach Jan Jensen, revamping the roster and counting on key players to step into larger roles after a guard exodus.
The Hawkeyes are reshaping their roster with a mix of proven performers and rising stars, aiming to return to the NCAA Tournament with renewed vigor.
The Iowa women's basketball team finished second in the Big Ten last season, and sophomore guard Journey Houston is poised to become a pivotal piece of the offense. Coach LaSondra Barrett's praise of Houston's work ethic, physical transformation, and emerging versatility underscores the excitement surrounding the Hawkeyes' future.
After finishing second in the Big Ten, Iowa is banking on Houston’s expanded skill set and a promising partnership with forward Ava Heiden to contend next season.
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.
Media will get a glimpse of Iowa's practice on Tuesday as the Hawkeyes work on offensive and defensive sets, explore new lineup possibilities, and reflect on the motivation that drove the 2023 squad after a near‑miss in the NCAA tournament.
McKenna Woliczko, a five-star forward, is poised to become a cornerstone of Iowa Women's Basketball. Coach Jan Jensen praises her fundamentals and defensive instincts, while team additions aim to maximize her impact without immediate scoring pressure.
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.
After a breakout season that earned First Team All‑Big Ten honors, Ava Heiden is using the offseason to refine her free throws, footwork and post moves while staying focused on the Hawkeyes’ collective goals.
Summer workouts mark the beginning of a strategic overhaul for Iowa women's basketball, as the team integrates a four‑out system, welcomes fresh talent, and braces for a demanding slate of games.
A seasoned lineup, high‑ranking preseason polls and a stifling defense position Michigan as a leading contender for the conference title.
Transfer Dani Carnegie, a former Georgia standout, has been selected for the USA 3×3 National Team that will compete in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Nations League Americas Conference in Ñuñoa, Chile. Coach Jan Jensen praises her adaptability while the roster blends new talent and returning players.
Ava Heiden, Iowa’s double‑major senior, announced she will stay with the Hawkeyes for three additional years, citing the NCAA’s new five‑year eligibility window and her desire to finish her finance and risk management degree while competing for a championship.
The 2026‑27 Big Ten women's basketball schedule is set, and Illinois is poised to face a slate of marquee opponents. From JuJu Watkins' USC to Minnesota's rising Gophers, the Illini's path blends tradition with new storylines.
With a blend of returning veterans and fresh talent, the Hawkeyes are using summer workouts to fine‑tune a ‘four‑out, one‑in’ system and discover unexpected contributors before the fall campaign.
With five veterans and six newcomers, the Hawkeyes open summer practice on June 16, focusing on chemistry, a new "four‑out, one‑in" offense, and the potential for surprise standouts.
The Wolverines announce a full slate of opponents, highlighting a strong home roster, a challenging road trip, and a returning core aimed at the program's best Big Ten finish yet.
The Wolverines reveal a challenging slate of conference opponents, highlighted by marquee matchups against top‑ranked Iowa and Ohio State, while aiming to capitalize on a returning core and a historic home schedule.
Vanderbilt and Iowa will meet on Nov. 15 in Sioux City, featuring high‑ranked rosters, key players and a schedule that promises early momentum for both programs.
Vanderbilt and Iowa, each entering the 2026‑27 season with top‑10 rankings and deep tournament pedigrees, will meet on November 15 in Sioux City, Iowa, in a game that could set the tone for their national ambitions.
The Commodores and Hawkeyes will meet on Nov. 15 at the Tyson Events Center, featuring star players and high preseason expectations.
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.
The Iowa women's basketball team is shifting back to a 4‑out, 1‑in offense after a season that saw a high‑low scheme flourish, but the departure of Hannah Stuelke and the arrival of transfers Dani Carnegie and Amari Whiting signal a new chapter.