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The bracket is set.
Iowa WBB is a 6-seed and will face Murray State in the opening round on Saturday.
Here's what we know so far:
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Iowa WBB is a 6-seed and will face Murray State in the opening round on Saturday.
Here's what we know so far:
iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-wb...
Iowa WBB Receives 6-Seed, Will Play Murray State in NCAA Tournament
All the seed, opponent, schedule, and bracket info for Iowa WBB in the 2025 NCAA Tournament.
Iowa.rivals.com
March 17, 2025 at 12:58 AM
The bracket is set.
Iowa WBB is a 6-seed and will face Murray State in the opening round on Saturday.
Here's what we know so far:
iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-wb...
Iowa WBB is a 6-seed and will face Murray State in the opening round on Saturday.
Here's what we know so far:
iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-wb...
Iowa gets the 6-seed in the Spokane regional 4.
They'll face 11-seed Murray State in Norman, OK on Saturday.
Winner of that game will face the winner of 3-seed Oklahoma vs 14-seed Florida Gulf Coast.
They'll face 11-seed Murray State in Norman, OK on Saturday.
Winner of that game will face the winner of 3-seed Oklahoma vs 14-seed Florida Gulf Coast.
March 17, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Iowa gets the 6-seed in the Spokane regional 4.
They'll face 11-seed Murray State in Norman, OK on Saturday.
Winner of that game will face the winner of 3-seed Oklahoma vs 14-seed Florida Gulf Coast.
They'll face 11-seed Murray State in Norman, OK on Saturday.
Winner of that game will face the winner of 3-seed Oklahoma vs 14-seed Florida Gulf Coast.
Iowa WBB got the 11-seed in the 2025 Big Ten Tournament and... a rematch with the Wisconsin team they just beat 81-66 today.
Iowa-Wisconsin in the BTT is set for 7:30 PM CT on Wednesday, March 5. Peacock will air the game.
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Iowa-Wisconsin in the BTT is set for 7:30 PM CT on Wednesday, March 5. Peacock will air the game.
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Iowa Earns 11 Seed in Big Ten Tournament, Will Play Wisconsin on Wednesday
Breaking down Iowa's path in the 2025 Big Ten Tournament.
Iowa.rivals.com
March 3, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Iowa WBB got the 11-seed in the 2025 Big Ten Tournament and... a rematch with the Wisconsin team they just beat 81-66 today.
Iowa-Wisconsin in the BTT is set for 7:30 PM CT on Wednesday, March 5. Peacock will air the game.
iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-ea...
Iowa-Wisconsin in the BTT is set for 7:30 PM CT on Wednesday, March 5. Peacock will air the game.
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It's been a year to forget for both Iowa and Northwestern, but the winner of Friday's game (8 PM CT, FS1) will have the edge for one of the final spots in the Big Ten Tournament.
Preview of an injury-hit Wildcat team that's been clawing out wins anyway:
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Preview of an injury-hit Wildcat team that's been clawing out wins anyway:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
PREVIEW: Iowa MBB at Northwestern (2025)
Previewing Iowa MBB's game at Northwestern on Friday night.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 28, 2025 at 7:47 PM
It's been a year to forget for both Iowa and Northwestern, but the winner of Friday's game (8 PM CT, FS1) will have the edge for one of the final spots in the Big Ten Tournament.
Preview of an injury-hit Wildcat team that's been clawing out wins anyway:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Preview of an injury-hit Wildcat team that's been clawing out wins anyway:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Illinois enters Tuesday night's game (8 PM CT, FS1) against Iowa MBB in the midst of a 3-game losing streak -- can the Hawkeyes add to that misery?
Here's what to know about a talented but flawed Illinois squad:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Here's what to know about a talented but flawed Illinois squad:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
PREVIEW: Iowa MBB at Illinois (2025)
Previewing Iowa MBB's road trip to Illinois.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 25, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Illinois enters Tuesday night's game (8 PM CT, FS1) against Iowa MBB in the midst of a 3-game losing streak -- can the Hawkeyes add to that misery?
Here's what to know about a talented but flawed Illinois squad:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Here's what to know about a talented but flawed Illinois squad:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Iowa's game against UCLA was a key conference showdown against the #3 team in the nation.
But it was also a matchup of two former high school teammates in Lauren Betts and Addison O'Grady.
Inside the game within the game here:
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But it was also a matchup of two former high school teammates in Lauren Betts and Addison O'Grady.
Inside the game within the game here:
iowa.rivals.com/news/ucla-wi...
UCLA Wins the Battle of the Bigs Between Former Teammates
UCLA narrowly defeated Iowa in a game that featured a battle between former high school teammates.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 23, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Iowa's game against UCLA was a key conference showdown against the #3 team in the nation.
But it was also a matchup of two former high school teammates in Lauren Betts and Addison O'Grady.
Inside the game within the game here:
iowa.rivals.com/news/ucla-wi...
But it was also a matchup of two former high school teammates in Lauren Betts and Addison O'Grady.
Inside the game within the game here:
iowa.rivals.com/news/ucla-wi...
Fran McCaffery discussed Iowa's win over Washington, including Carter Kingsbury's big minutes, his matchup with Great Osobor, Payton Sandfort's leadership, banked-in 3s, the Sandfort/Mulvey/Kingsbury recruiting class, Thelwell's injury, and more.
WATCH:
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WATCH:
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WATCH: Fran McCaffery Talks Iowa Win Over Washington
Fran McCaffery discussed Iowa's win over Washington, including Carter Kingsbury's big minutes, and more.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 23, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Fran McCaffery discussed Iowa's win over Washington, including Carter Kingsbury's big minutes, his matchup with Great Osobor, Payton Sandfort's leadership, banked-in 3s, the Sandfort/Mulvey/Kingsbury recruiting class, Thelwell's injury, and more.
WATCH:
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WATCH:
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Riley Mulvey and Carter Kingsbury talked Iowa's win over Washington, including taking charges, banked-in 3s, reverse layups, playing heavy minutes, defending Washington's best player, the ability to stay ready, and more.
WATCH:
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WATCH:
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WATCH: Mulvey, Kingsbury Talk Iowa Win Over Washington
Riley Mulvey and Carter Kingsbury talked Iowa's win over Washington, including taking charges, banked-in 3s, and more.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 23, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Riley Mulvey and Carter Kingsbury talked Iowa's win over Washington, including taking charges, banked-in 3s, reverse layups, playing heavy minutes, defending Washington's best player, the ability to stay ready, and more.
WATCH:
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WATCH:
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Payton Sandfort talks banked-in 3s, Riley Mulvey's big game, the play of the bench, Carter Kingsbury's performance, being a leader and more.
WATCH:
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WATCH:
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WATCH: Payton Sandfort Talks Win Over Washington
Payton Sandfort talks banked-in 3s, Riley Mulvey's big game, the play of the bench, Kingsbury's performance, and more.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 23, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Payton Sandfort talks banked-in 3s, Riley Mulvey's big game, the play of the bench, Carter Kingsbury's performance, being a leader and more.
WATCH:
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WATCH:
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Iowa's best remaining shot at a win comes on Saturday afternoon, with a visit from Washington (3 PM CT, FS1).
Here's what to know about the 13-13 Huskies and their star player, Great Osobor, ahead of their meeting with the Hawkeyes:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Here's what to know about the 13-13 Huskies and their star player, Great Osobor, ahead of their meeting with the Hawkeyes:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
PREVIEW: Iowa MBB vs Washington (2025)
Previewing Iowa's Big Ten home game against Washington.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 22, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Iowa's best remaining shot at a win comes on Saturday afternoon, with a visit from Washington (3 PM CT, FS1).
Here's what to know about the 13-13 Huskies and their star player, Great Osobor, ahead of their meeting with the Hawkeyes:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
Here's what to know about the 13-13 Huskies and their star player, Great Osobor, ahead of their meeting with the Hawkeyes:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
#3 Iowa wrestling finished up the Big Ten dual meet season with an easy win, taking nine of ten weights against Northwestern and walloping the Wildcats 37-3.
RECAP:
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RECAP:
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No. 3 Iowa 37, Northwestern 3: Wildcat Walloping
Recapping #3 Iowa wrestling's big 37-3 win over Northwestern.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 17, 2025 at 5:05 AM
#3 Iowa wrestling finished up the Big Ten dual meet season with an easy win, taking nine of ten weights against Northwestern and walloping the Wildcats 37-3.
RECAP:
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RECAP:
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A surprisingly strong first half had Iowa in position to vie for a shocking road win at #25 Maryland.
Then the second half hit and things fell apart, much like they have in Iowa's other B1G road collapses this year.
RECAP of a familiar-feeling loss:
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Then the second half hit and things fell apart, much like they have in Iowa's other B1G road collapses this year.
RECAP of a familiar-feeling loss:
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No. 25 Maryland 101, Iowa 75: A Familiar Script
Recapping another blowout road loss for Iowa MBB.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 17, 2025 at 3:41 AM
A surprisingly strong first half had Iowa in position to vie for a shocking road win at #25 Maryland.
Then the second half hit and things fell apart, much like they have in Iowa's other B1G road collapses this year.
RECAP of a familiar-feeling loss:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-25-m...
Then the second half hit and things fell apart, much like they have in Iowa's other B1G road collapses this year.
RECAP of a familiar-feeling loss:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-25-m...
#3 Iowa wrestling made it 11 wins in a row over #6 Minnesota with a convincing 23-11 victory over the Gophers, featuring Hawkeye wins in six of the first seven matches to take total control of the dual.
FULL RECAP:
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FULL RECAP:
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No. 3 Iowa 23, No. 6 Minnesota 11: Border Brawled
Recapping #3 Iowa wrestling's 23-11 win over #6 Minnesota.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 15, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#3 Iowa wrestling made it 11 wins in a row over #6 Minnesota with a convincing 23-11 victory over the Gophers, featuring Hawkeye wins in six of the first seven matches to take total control of the dual.
FULL RECAP:
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FULL RECAP:
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Red-hot outside shooting and an undeniable (and unstoppable) Lucy Olsen powered Iowa to an impressive road win over Big Red, as Iowa topped Nebraska 81-66 to win its fifth straight game.
RECAP:
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RECAP:
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Iowa 81, Nebraska 66: How Was the Play, Lincoln?
Lucy Olsen (32 points) and Iowa got their revenge against Nebraska Monday night with an 81-66 win in Lincoln.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 11, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Red-hot outside shooting and an undeniable (and unstoppable) Lucy Olsen powered Iowa to an impressive road win over Big Red, as Iowa topped Nebraska 81-66 to win its fifth straight game.
RECAP:
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RECAP:
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#3 Iowa wrestling left it late, but big fireworks in the final two matches carried the Hawkeyes to a 16th straight win over #7 Nebraska on Friday night.
Recapping a night of ups, downs, upsets, comebacks, and more:
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Recapping a night of ups, downs, upsets, comebacks, and more:
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No. 3 Iowa 19, No. 7 Nebraska 16: Leaving it Late
Recapping #3 Iowa wrestling's dramatic late comeback win over #7 Nebraska.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 8, 2025 at 7:37 AM
#3 Iowa wrestling left it late, but big fireworks in the final two matches carried the Hawkeyes to a 16th straight win over #7 Nebraska on Friday night.
Recapping a night of ups, downs, upsets, comebacks, and more:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-3-io...
Recapping a night of ups, downs, upsets, comebacks, and more:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-3-io...
And now for something different: a Big Ten rematch.
There aren't many rematches on the slate for Iowa in the new 18-team Big Ten, but the Hawkeyes get a second crack at #21 Wisconsin on Saturday (12 PM CT, NBC).
PREVIEW:
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There aren't many rematches on the slate for Iowa in the new 18-team Big Ten, but the Hawkeyes get a second crack at #21 Wisconsin on Saturday (12 PM CT, NBC).
PREVIEW:
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PREVIEW: Iowa MBB vs No. 21 Wisconsin (2025)
Previewing Iowa's Big Ten rematch against #21 Wisconsin.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 8, 2025 at 5:13 AM
And now for something different: a Big Ten rematch.
There aren't many rematches on the slate for Iowa in the new 18-team Big Ten, but the Hawkeyes get a second crack at #21 Wisconsin on Saturday (12 PM CT, NBC).
PREVIEW:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
There aren't many rematches on the slate for Iowa in the new 18-team Big Ten, but the Hawkeyes get a second crack at #21 Wisconsin on Saturday (12 PM CT, NBC).
PREVIEW:
iowa.rivals.com/news/preview...
A litany of woes -- bad weather, mechanical issues, aviation rules, late-arriving planes, and more -- made Iowa's short trip to MSP anything but simple... but didn't stop the Hawkeyes from earning a 4th straight win.
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Travel Woes Can't Stop Iowa WBB From a Fourth Straight Big Ten Win
A litany of woes made Iowa's short trip to MSP anything but simple -- but didn't stop Iowa from a 4th straight win.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 7, 2025 at 6:56 AM
A litany of woes -- bad weather, mechanical issues, aviation rules, late-arriving planes, and more -- made Iowa's short trip to MSP anything but simple... but didn't stop the Hawkeyes from earning a 4th straight win.
iowa.rivals.com/news/travel-...
iowa.rivals.com/news/travel-...
Spoke with Iowa's latest football commit, Jacob Wallace, about his decision this evening.
The main reason he's excited to join the #Hawkeyes may come as a shock -- it's Phil Parker.
Premium:
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The main reason he's excited to join the #Hawkeyes may come as a shock -- it's Phil Parker.
Premium:
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Jacob Wallace Talks Commitment: "It's the Best Fit for Me"
2025 Maryland cornerback Jacob Wallace discusses his decision to commit to Iowa.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 3, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Spoke with Iowa's latest football commit, Jacob Wallace, about his decision this evening.
The main reason he's excited to join the #Hawkeyes may come as a shock -- it's Phil Parker.
Premium:
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The main reason he's excited to join the #Hawkeyes may come as a shock -- it's Phil Parker.
Premium:
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BREAKING:
Iowa has landed the commitment of 2025 defensive back out of Dematha High School in Hyattsville, Maryland, Jacob Wallace. The cornerback officially visited the #Hawkeyes over the weekend.
Details here: iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-...
Iowa has landed the commitment of 2025 defensive back out of Dematha High School in Hyattsville, Maryland, Jacob Wallace. The cornerback officially visited the #Hawkeyes over the weekend.
Details here: iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-...
COMMIT: Iowa Adds 2025 Maryland CB Jacob Wallace
Following a weekend official visit to campus, 2025 cornerback Jacob Wallace has committed to Iowa.
iowa.rivals.com
February 3, 2025 at 12:33 AM
BREAKING:
Iowa has landed the commitment of 2025 defensive back out of Dematha High School in Hyattsville, Maryland, Jacob Wallace. The cornerback officially visited the #Hawkeyes over the weekend.
Details here: iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-...
Iowa has landed the commitment of 2025 defensive back out of Dematha High School in Hyattsville, Maryland, Jacob Wallace. The cornerback officially visited the #Hawkeyes over the weekend.
Details here: iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-...
After being on the wrong side of a one-sided rout on Friday night, #2 Iowa wrestling delivered the beating on Sunday afternoon, stomping #25 Maryland en route to a dominating 34-9 win.
RECAP:
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RECAP:
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No. 2 Iowa 34, No. 25 Maryland 9: Bouncing Back
Recapping #2 Iowa wrestling's one-sided win over #25 Maryland.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 3, 2025 at 12:33 AM
After being on the wrong side of a one-sided rout on Friday night, #2 Iowa wrestling delivered the beating on Sunday afternoon, stomping #25 Maryland en route to a dominating 34-9 win.
RECAP:
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RECAP:
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The retirement of Caitlin Clark's iconic #22 jersey was about more than hanging a new banner or celebrating her records and awards -- it was a tribute to the connections she's made with fans and followers and immense impact she's already made.
COLUMN:
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COLUMN:
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Hawk Fans Bid Twenty-Two Adieu
Analyzing why Iowa fans paid so much money to attend Caitlin Clark's jersey retirement
iowa.rivals.com
February 2, 2025 at 11:20 PM
The retirement of Caitlin Clark's iconic #22 jersey was about more than hanging a new banner or celebrating her records and awards -- it was a tribute to the connections she's made with fans and followers and immense impact she's already made.
COLUMN:
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COLUMN:
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It was #1 Penn State wrestling versus #2 Iowa on Friday night...
...but PSU's dominant 30-8 win makes it clear that the current gap between the programs is much bigger than a single spot in the rankings.
Full recap:
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...but PSU's dominant 30-8 win makes it clear that the current gap between the programs is much bigger than a single spot in the rankings.
Full recap:
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No. 1 Penn State 30, No. 2 Iowa 8: The Widening Gap
Recapping a 30-8 beatdown by #1 Penn State wrestling over #2 Iowa.
Iowa.rivals.com
February 1, 2025 at 4:28 AM
It was #1 Penn State wrestling versus #2 Iowa on Friday night...
...but PSU's dominant 30-8 win makes it clear that the current gap between the programs is much bigger than a single spot in the rankings.
Full recap:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-1-pe...
...but PSU's dominant 30-8 win makes it clear that the current gap between the programs is much bigger than a single spot in the rankings.
Full recap:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-1-pe...
#2 Iowa wrestling faced its toughest challenge of the season against #4 Ohio State on Saturday -- and passed the test in impressive fashion, dispatching the Buckeyes 24-13.
Upsets, bonus points, and a nervy OT win powered the Iowa victory.
FULL RECAP:
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Upsets, bonus points, and a nervy OT win powered the Iowa victory.
FULL RECAP:
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No. 2 Iowa 24, No. 4 Ohio State 13: Passing the Test
The
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January 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM
#2 Iowa wrestling faced its toughest challenge of the season against #4 Ohio State on Saturday -- and passed the test in impressive fashion, dispatching the Buckeyes 24-13.
Upsets, bonus points, and a nervy OT win powered the Iowa victory.
FULL RECAP:
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Upsets, bonus points, and a nervy OT win powered the Iowa victory.
FULL RECAP:
iowa.rivals.com/news/no-2-io...
One persistent problem for Iowa MBB in the Big Ten this year? Slow starts. The Hawkeyes are consistently having to try to battle back from early deficits.
Took a closer look at some of the grim numbers -- and causes -- here.
PREMIUM:
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Took a closer look at some of the grim numbers -- and causes -- here.
PREMIUM:
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Iowa MBB and the Slow Start Problem
Taking a closer look at Iowa MBB's slow starts in Big Ten play.
Iowa.rivals.com
January 24, 2025 at 5:16 PM
One persistent problem for Iowa MBB in the Big Ten this year? Slow starts. The Hawkeyes are consistently having to try to battle back from early deficits.
Took a closer look at some of the grim numbers -- and causes -- here.
PREMIUM:
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Took a closer look at some of the grim numbers -- and causes -- here.
PREMIUM:
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The transfer portal is slowing down -- so let's take stock of Iowa's efforts in the portal so far and hand out some grades for what the Hawkeys have done thus far.
PREMIUM:
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PREMIUM:
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Iowa Football: 2025 Transfer Portal Grades
Grading Iowa's efforts in the transfer portal in 2025.
Iowa.rivals.com
January 18, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The transfer portal is slowing down -- so let's take stock of Iowa's efforts in the portal so far and hand out some grades for what the Hawkeys have done thus far.
PREMIUM:
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PREMIUM:
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