Ethan Petrik
@ethanpetrik.bsky.social
Iowa Hawkeyes Reporter for the Quad-City Times, Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier, Sioux City Journal & Lee Enterprises | Montana ‘Til I Die | /ˈpē-trik/
NEW | Iowa women's basketball head coach Jan Jensen has been named to the Naismith Coach of the Year Watch List.
The second-year head coach is first coach in program history to win 20 games in each of her first two seasons after the Hawkeyes 80-67 win over Nebraska on Monday.
The second-year head coach is first coach in program history to win 20 games in each of her first two seasons after the Hawkeyes 80-67 win over Nebraska on Monday.
February 18, 2026 at 6:55 PM
NEW | Iowa women's basketball head coach Jan Jensen has been named to the Naismith Coach of the Year Watch List.
The second-year head coach is first coach in program history to win 20 games in each of her first two seasons after the Hawkeyes 80-67 win over Nebraska on Monday.
The second-year head coach is first coach in program history to win 20 games in each of her first two seasons after the Hawkeyes 80-67 win over Nebraska on Monday.
Went ahead and deleted my post about McCollum’s comments on court storming.
It clearly led to confusion as it was worded poorly on my part.
McCollum was clearly commenting on his lack of familiarity with court-storming and not the act of storming the court itself.
It clearly led to confusion as it was worded poorly on my part.
McCollum was clearly commenting on his lack of familiarity with court-storming and not the act of storming the court itself.
February 18, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Went ahead and deleted my post about McCollum’s comments on court storming.
It clearly led to confusion as it was worded poorly on my part.
McCollum was clearly commenting on his lack of familiarity with court-storming and not the act of storming the court itself.
It clearly led to confusion as it was worded poorly on my part.
McCollum was clearly commenting on his lack of familiarity with court-storming and not the act of storming the court itself.
A belated final score graphic.
Stirtz scores 25, Koch adds 10.
Hawkeyes held Nebraska to 5-of-24 (20.8%) from three.
Stirtz scores 25, Koch adds 10.
Hawkeyes held Nebraska to 5-of-24 (20.8%) from three.
February 18, 2026 at 4:55 AM
A belated final score graphic.
Stirtz scores 25, Koch adds 10.
Hawkeyes held Nebraska to 5-of-24 (20.8%) from three.
Stirtz scores 25, Koch adds 10.
Hawkeyes held Nebraska to 5-of-24 (20.8%) from three.
Iowa HC Ben McCollum said Aaron White needs to be at every game moving forward.
“He might be our good luck charm.”
“He might be our good luck charm.”
February 18, 2026 at 4:38 AM
Iowa HC Ben McCollum said Aaron White needs to be at every game moving forward.
“He might be our good luck charm.”
“He might be our good luck charm.”
FINAL | Iowa 57, No. 9 Nebraska 52
Hawkeye nation has been waiting for this one for awhile. Ben McCollum delivers his first ranked win as HC and the fans respond by storming the court.
Hawkeye nation has been waiting for this one for awhile. Ben McCollum delivers his first ranked win as HC and the fans respond by storming the court.
February 18, 2026 at 4:19 AM
FINAL | Iowa 57, No. 9 Nebraska 52
Hawkeye nation has been waiting for this one for awhile. Ben McCollum delivers his first ranked win as HC and the fans respond by storming the court.
Hawkeye nation has been waiting for this one for awhile. Ben McCollum delivers his first ranked win as HC and the fans respond by storming the court.
Frager just got away with attempted murder on Stirtz.
Same missed called as the goaltend at Maryland.
Same missed called as the goaltend at Maryland.
February 18, 2026 at 3:52 AM
Frager just got away with attempted murder on Stirtz.
Same missed called as the goaltend at Maryland.
Same missed called as the goaltend at Maryland.
What do you think McCollum had to say to Jeffrey "High Knees" Anderson?
February 18, 2026 at 3:30 AM
What do you think McCollum had to say to Jeffrey "High Knees" Anderson?
HALF | Nebraska 28, Iowa 33
Iowa gives up a three-pointer to close the first half to take a little wind out of the sails, but, all in all, a really impressive half for the Hawkeyes.
Stirtz with 13 to lead all players. NO Huskers in double figures.
Iowa gives up a three-pointer to close the first half to take a little wind out of the sails, but, all in all, a really impressive half for the Hawkeyes.
Stirtz with 13 to lead all players. NO Huskers in double figures.
February 18, 2026 at 2:57 AM
HALF | Nebraska 28, Iowa 33
Iowa gives up a three-pointer to close the first half to take a little wind out of the sails, but, all in all, a really impressive half for the Hawkeyes.
Stirtz with 13 to lead all players. NO Huskers in double figures.
Iowa gives up a three-pointer to close the first half to take a little wind out of the sails, but, all in all, a really impressive half for the Hawkeyes.
Stirtz with 13 to lead all players. NO Huskers in double figures.
H1 1:33 | Nebraska 21, Iowa 30
The #Hawkeyes are doing every thing they need to get this win tonight.
They've shut down the Huskers three-point shooting (2-of-11) and are in the midst of a 13-2 run over the last four mintues.
The #Hawkeyes are doing every thing they need to get this win tonight.
They've shut down the Huskers three-point shooting (2-of-11) and are in the midst of a 13-2 run over the last four mintues.
February 18, 2026 at 2:53 AM
H1 1:33 | Nebraska 21, Iowa 30
The #Hawkeyes are doing every thing they need to get this win tonight.
They've shut down the Huskers three-point shooting (2-of-11) and are in the midst of a 13-2 run over the last four mintues.
The #Hawkeyes are doing every thing they need to get this win tonight.
They've shut down the Huskers three-point shooting (2-of-11) and are in the midst of a 13-2 run over the last four mintues.
Cooper Koch yelled “Great D” to Cam Manyawu as he helped him up from the floor.
February 18, 2026 at 2:37 AM
Cooper Koch yelled “Great D” to Cam Manyawu as he helped him up from the floor.
H1 15:16 | Nebraska 5, Iowa 5
Both teams have made two field goals and 1-of-3 from three.
You’ll take that start if you’re Iowa.
Both teams have made two field goals and 1-of-3 from three.
You’ll take that start if you’re Iowa.
February 18, 2026 at 2:16 AM
H1 15:16 | Nebraska 5, Iowa 5
Both teams have made two field goals and 1-of-3 from three.
You’ll take that start if you’re Iowa.
Both teams have made two field goals and 1-of-3 from three.
You’ll take that start if you’re Iowa.
Starters for No. 9 Nebraska (22-3, 11-3 Big Ten) at Iowa (18-7, 8-6 Big Ten) 👇
February 18, 2026 at 1:47 AM
Starters for No. 9 Nebraska (22-3, 11-3 Big Ten) at Iowa (18-7, 8-6 Big Ten) 👇
Reposted by Ethan Petrik
No surprises on the availability report for Iowa vs. Nebraska.
Peyton McCollum remains out for season after injuring his foot in practice. He's taking a redshirt this season.
Jarusevicius (1 GP) and Burt (0 GP) out for Nebraska as is Connor Essegian (7 GP).
Peyton McCollum remains out for season after injuring his foot in practice. He's taking a redshirt this season.
Jarusevicius (1 GP) and Burt (0 GP) out for Nebraska as is Connor Essegian (7 GP).
February 18, 2026 at 1:27 AM
No surprises on the availability report for Iowa vs. Nebraska.
Peyton McCollum remains out for season after injuring his foot in practice. He's taking a redshirt this season.
Jarusevicius (1 GP) and Burt (0 GP) out for Nebraska as is Connor Essegian (7 GP).
Peyton McCollum remains out for season after injuring his foot in practice. He's taking a redshirt this season.
Jarusevicius (1 GP) and Burt (0 GP) out for Nebraska as is Connor Essegian (7 GP).
NEW | Iowa's Ava Heiden was named to the Naismith Trophy Player of the Year late-Season Team on Tuesday.
The Sherwood, Oregon native averages 16.8 points per game and 7.3 rebounds per game while shooting 64 percent from the floor.
The Sherwood, Oregon native averages 16.8 points per game and 7.3 rebounds per game while shooting 64 percent from the floor.
February 17, 2026 at 6:02 PM
NEW | Iowa's Ava Heiden was named to the Naismith Trophy Player of the Year late-Season Team on Tuesday.
The Sherwood, Oregon native averages 16.8 points per game and 7.3 rebounds per game while shooting 64 percent from the floor.
The Sherwood, Oregon native averages 16.8 points per game and 7.3 rebounds per game while shooting 64 percent from the floor.
Over on Threads, CBS Sports apparently has no clue where Iowa is located.
February 16, 2026 at 11:38 PM
Over on Threads, CBS Sports apparently has no clue where Iowa is located.
Reposted by Ethan Petrik
Pretty good!
END Q3 | Iowa 69, Nebraska 49
The Future is NOW!
Iowa's sophomore core of Taylor Stremlow, Ava Heiden and Chit-Chat Wright have combined for 51 points today on 20-of-25 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from three-point range.
They also have 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
The Future is NOW!
Iowa's sophomore core of Taylor Stremlow, Ava Heiden and Chit-Chat Wright have combined for 51 points today on 20-of-25 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from three-point range.
They also have 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Pretty good!
FINAL | Iowa 80, Nebraska 67
The Huskers closed the gap a bit in the fourth quarter, but Iowa rolls to a 13-point win in Lincoln!
Heiden (27 & 11), Stremlow (17) and Chit-Chat Wright (14) starred for the #Hawkeyes in this one.
Journey Houston also put up 10 points.
The Huskers closed the gap a bit in the fourth quarter, but Iowa rolls to a 13-point win in Lincoln!
Heiden (27 & 11), Stremlow (17) and Chit-Chat Wright (14) starred for the #Hawkeyes in this one.
Journey Houston also put up 10 points.
February 16, 2026 at 7:06 PM
FINAL | Iowa 80, Nebraska 67
The Huskers closed the gap a bit in the fourth quarter, but Iowa rolls to a 13-point win in Lincoln!
Heiden (27 & 11), Stremlow (17) and Chit-Chat Wright (14) starred for the #Hawkeyes in this one.
Journey Houston also put up 10 points.
The Huskers closed the gap a bit in the fourth quarter, but Iowa rolls to a 13-point win in Lincoln!
Heiden (27 & 11), Stremlow (17) and Chit-Chat Wright (14) starred for the #Hawkeyes in this one.
Journey Houston also put up 10 points.
END Q3 | Iowa 69, Nebraska 49
The Future is NOW!
Iowa's sophomore core of Taylor Stremlow, Ava Heiden and Chit-Chat Wright have combined for 51 points today on 20-of-25 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from three-point range.
They also have 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
The Future is NOW!
Iowa's sophomore core of Taylor Stremlow, Ava Heiden and Chit-Chat Wright have combined for 51 points today on 20-of-25 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from three-point range.
They also have 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:39 PM
END Q3 | Iowa 69, Nebraska 49
The Future is NOW!
Iowa's sophomore core of Taylor Stremlow, Ava Heiden and Chit-Chat Wright have combined for 51 points today on 20-of-25 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from three-point range.
They also have 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
The Future is NOW!
Iowa's sophomore core of Taylor Stremlow, Ava Heiden and Chit-Chat Wright have combined for 51 points today on 20-of-25 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from three-point range.
They also have 12 rebounds and 10 assists.
Taylor Stremlow is absolutely out-classing Britt Prince right now.
February 16, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Taylor Stremlow is absolutely out-classing Britt Prince right now.
Q3 4:59 | Iowa 51, Nebraska 39
Huskers making a bit of a run here with an 8-0 run, but Iowa remains ahead by 12.
Would be a shame to sully such a dominant first half by letting Nebraska back in this one.
Gotta finish just as strong as you started.
Huskers making a bit of a run here with an 8-0 run, but Iowa remains ahead by 12.
Would be a shame to sully such a dominant first half by letting Nebraska back in this one.
Gotta finish just as strong as you started.
February 16, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Q3 4:59 | Iowa 51, Nebraska 39
Huskers making a bit of a run here with an 8-0 run, but Iowa remains ahead by 12.
Would be a shame to sully such a dominant first half by letting Nebraska back in this one.
Gotta finish just as strong as you started.
Huskers making a bit of a run here with an 8-0 run, but Iowa remains ahead by 12.
Would be a shame to sully such a dominant first half by letting Nebraska back in this one.
Gotta finish just as strong as you started.
HALF | Iowa 45, Nebraska 27
Taylor Stremlow was the story of the first quarter and Ava Heiden is the story of the second.
Heiden scores 14 points in the second quarter on 6-of-6 shooting and grabs 4 rebounds. She's up to 18 and 6 for the game.
The sophomores combined for 27.
Taylor Stremlow was the story of the first quarter and Ava Heiden is the story of the second.
Heiden scores 14 points in the second quarter on 6-of-6 shooting and grabs 4 rebounds. She's up to 18 and 6 for the game.
The sophomores combined for 27.
February 16, 2026 at 5:53 PM
HALF | Iowa 45, Nebraska 27
Taylor Stremlow was the story of the first quarter and Ava Heiden is the story of the second.
Heiden scores 14 points in the second quarter on 6-of-6 shooting and grabs 4 rebounds. She's up to 18 and 6 for the game.
The sophomores combined for 27.
Taylor Stremlow was the story of the first quarter and Ava Heiden is the story of the second.
Heiden scores 14 points in the second quarter on 6-of-6 shooting and grabs 4 rebounds. She's up to 18 and 6 for the game.
The sophomores combined for 27.
World's longest review.
February 16, 2026 at 5:47 PM
World's longest review.
Q2 4:59 | Iowa 35, Nebraska 20
The Hawkeyes are not shooting quite as well in the second half, but they're still north of 50% at 4-of-7.
The lead has been as large as 17.
Ava Heiden is up to 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead all players.
The Hawkeyes are not shooting quite as well in the second half, but they're still north of 50% at 4-of-7.
The lead has been as large as 17.
Ava Heiden is up to 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead all players.
February 16, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Q2 4:59 | Iowa 35, Nebraska 20
The Hawkeyes are not shooting quite as well in the second half, but they're still north of 50% at 4-of-7.
The lead has been as large as 17.
Ava Heiden is up to 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead all players.
The Hawkeyes are not shooting quite as well in the second half, but they're still north of 50% at 4-of-7.
The lead has been as large as 17.
Ava Heiden is up to 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead all players.
Once Taylor Stremlow's shot starts falling more consistently, she's going to be really tough.
Simply too inconsistent so far to start her career. We've seen the flashes though.
Simply too inconsistent so far to start her career. We've seen the flashes though.
February 16, 2026 at 5:27 PM