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Iowa’s basketball program is entering the 2026‑27 season with renewed optimism, driven by a strong Elite Eight finish, strategic offseason additions and a roster poised for both offensive balance and defensive improvement.
Coach Ben McCollum’s second season brings a blend of experienced returnees and promising newcomers, reshaping the Hawkeyes’ lineup for a deeper, more versatile campaign.
Trevin Jirak’s versatile play and Cooper Koch’s emerging impact highlight Iowa’s promising frontcourt during a July 15 workout.
During a July 15 practice, Iowa’s frontcourt prospects showcased versatile skills, drawing praise from Coach Ben McCollum and signaling a stronger rotation for the upcoming season.
Andrew McKeever, a 7‑foot‑3 transfer from Saint Mary’s, is reshaping Iowa’s interior game and emerging as a vocal leader for the Hawkeyes.
Coach Ben McCollum sounds optimistic about the Hawkeyes' prospects, highlighting improved shooting, added length and a deep bench as the team prepares for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Coach Ben McCollum discusses the Hawkeyes' progress, key players like Cooper Koch and Ethan Harris, and the team's focus on closing out games.
After an Elite Eight finish, Iowa must replace key departures and lean on a new generation of players who can shift the team’s trajectory.
After reaching the Elite Eight, Iowa’s men’s basketball program is poised for a pivotal season, with new transfers, a towering center and developing wings all eyeing a larger role under Coach Ben McCollum.
Ten players from the recent Elite Eight squad return, highlighting a strategic approach that blends development, culture and long‑term vision.
A look at how Iowa’s Elite Eight core stays together, the coaching philosophy behind the moves, and what it means for the program’s future.
Transfer Andrew McKeever, the tallest player in Iowa history, is adjusting to a new system under Coach Ben McCollum while the Hawkeyes aim to climb the Big Ten standings.
The NCAA's recent decision to allow athletes five years of eligibility reshapes the future for Iowa's basketball program, giving key players additional time to contribute.
The Hawkeyes are using the break between seasons to address shooting, defense, and playmaking, with several roster members pinpointing precise areas for growth.
From three‑point breakthroughs to defensive upgrades, Iowa’s roster is shaping its identity before the next season begins.
Coach Ben McCollum outlines the key storylines shaping Iowa basketball this summer, from new player arrivals to strength conditioning and the upcoming 2027 recruiting class.
Coach Ben McCollum's second season at Iowa brings four fresh additions and a focus on maturation as the program eyes a strong 2027 recruiting class.
The Athletic's preseason rankings place Iowa at No. 14, highlighting coach Ben McCollum's track record, key player departures and new transfers as the Hawkeyes aim for a deep tournament run.
As Iowa’s student‑athletes return to campus in June, sophomore center Trevin Jirak is shaping his offseason around conditioning, skill development and a clear set of goals aimed at strengthening the team’s frontcourt for the upcoming season.
With the Hawkeyes’ offseason program on the horizon, Jirak outlines his focus as the team pauses before resuming training in June
After guiding Iowa to the Elite Eight and securing a 24‑win season, Ben McCollum has signed a contract extension through 2032, signaling a long‑term vision for the Hawkeyes.
Ben McCollum’s contract extension through 2032 reflects a strategic alignment between his vision and the University of Iowa’s basketball ambitions, even as the team navigates the loss of key players and embraces new talent.
In a recent interview, Iowa men's basketball coach Ben McCollum discussed the excitement and pressures of an Elite Eight run, the need to stay grounded, and the plan to rebuild around new talent while retaining core players.