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During July, the Iowa women's basketball program is deep in the grind of roster construction, scouting prospects and making strategic commitments ahead of the 2029 recruiting cycle.
The Eastern Michigan University women's basketball team received a WBCA Academic Top‑25 Special Mention for the 2025‑26 season, reflecting a 3.585 cumulative GPA and multiple player recognitions.
The Hawkeyes are preparing for a competitive season after a productive offseason, highlighted by a new offensive philosophy and key player development.
Former Iowa women's basketball standout Megan Gustafson married David DiLeo on July 18, 2025, in Tiffin, Iowa, with longtime coach Lisa Bluder officiating. The ceremony featured a first dance to Riley Clemmons’ “Miracle,” and was attended by agent Ticha Penicheiro and the couple’s Instagram‑famous corgi, Pancake. Gustafson is currently enjoying her best WNBA season with the Portland Fire, while DiLeo prepares for a stint overseas in Turkey.
Portland Fire forward Megan Gustafson married David DiLeo on July 18, 2025, in Tiffin, Iowa, in a ceremony attended by family, friends, and figures from the Iowa basketball community.
McKenna Woliczko, the highly touted freshman guard, steps onto the University of Iowa campus with excitement and nerves, facing homesickness and luggage mishaps while finding comfort in local spots. She focuses on her 3‑point shot and rebounding, while Coach Jan Jensen praises the team's unselfish chemistry and depth. With a blend of new recruits and returning players, the Hawkeyes are poised for a fun, intriguing March Madness run.
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.
A look at the key storylines surrounding Iowa’s women’s basketball program as it prepares for the upcoming campaign.
Coach Jan Jensen's Iowa program is chasing the top-ranked 2029 prospect, Kristen Winston, in a recruiting battle that could redefine the team's trajectory.
Coach Jan Jensen’s staff has offered Kristen Winston, the nation’s top‑ranked 2029 prospect, a scholarship, placing Iowa among the elite programs courting the Birmingham guard.
Transfer player Bria Medina brings a prolific scoring record and a selfless mindset to Iowa women's basketball, aiming to help the Hawkeyes achieve another sold‑out season.
A packed arena in Phoenix witnessed a playoff‑like showdown as the Mercury fell 92‑89 to the Fever, a result that tightens the race for the postseason.
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.
The Iowa women's basketball program is pivoting from a post‑centric approach to a guard‑driven system, integrating fresh talent while leveraging existing chemistry and leadership.
The Hawkeyes welcomed reporters for their second open practice, offering a rare glimpse into the team's chemistry, player development, and strategic outlook.
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.
After a early exit from the Sweet 16, the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team is reshaping its roster, adding challenging opponents and eyeing a multi‑team event this Thanksgiving.
After a Sweet 16 exit, the Hawkeyes are reshaping their roster, booking tough non‑conference matchups and banking on sold‑out home games to fuel a 2026 resurgence.
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.
Iowa’s women’s basketball team is poised to break into the top five with commitments from elite recruits Mya Wilson and Jada Seubert.