
Bria Medina’s Iowa Debut: A New Chapter for the Hawkeyes
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.
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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.

After a Round of 32 loss in the 2025‑26 NCAA Tournament, the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball program is reshaping its lineup, retaining head coach Jan Jensen, and targeting a 20‑plus win season as a springboard toward deeper tournament runs.

After a Round of 32 exit, head coach Jan Jensen welcomes a revamped roster, including new transfers and a five‑star recruit, as the Hawkeyes aim to re‑establish themselves among the Big Ten elite.

Iowa will host UConn in 2027‑28 after a scheduled away game next season, reviving a rivalry that sees the Huskies leading 7‑4, while both teams bring back key players and high‑profile recruits.
With only six players initially pledged for the 2026‑27 season, Iowa turned to the NCAA transfer portal, keeping key starters and adding five new faces, including ESPN‑ranked No. 3 prospect Dani Carnegie, to rebuild a roster capable of a Final Four run.
Former Iowa guard Emely Rodriguez is set to join Syracuse, bringing an end to a injury‑marred season and raising questions about eligibility and the Hawkeyes’ transfer strategy.

Coach Jan Jensen announced that Iowa will not seek Emely Rodriguez's return despite her remaining in the NCAA transfer portal for a second consecutive year, citing injury, suspension and roster needs.

Coach Jan Jensen confirms Emely Rodriguez will not return after a second portal stint, citing injury and scholarship constraints.