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Bennett Stirtz Opens Up About Iowa's Cy-Hawk Loss

At the end of the day, losing by four points to the No. 4 team in the nation isn't the end of the world. Even though Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum would tell you otherwise, this was a key loss for an Iowa team that had no business losing, 66-62, to Iowa State in the first place.

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Iowa vs. Iowa State Takeaways: Bennett Stirtz Needs Help

The Iowa Hawkeyes led No. 4 Iowa State by as many as 13 points. Sadly for Hawkeyes fans, that wasn't enough. They let a halftime lead disappear in no time as the Cyclones took over in the second half and left Ames with a 66-62 win.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 12

Ben McCollum Gets Blunt About Iowa's Loss to Iowa State

After listening to head coach Ben McCollum, it's clear he doesn't believe in moral victories. Sure, the Iowa Hawkeyes lost to the No. 4 team in the nation by two points, but that doesn't make the loss any better.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Iowa Falls Just Short of Major Upset vs. Iowa State

The Iowa Hawkeyes entered this season's Cy-Hawk rivalry game against the No. 4 Iowa State Cyclones as double-digit underdogs. Playing away from home, no less, it appeared prior to the tip that the black and gold would be lucky to make it out alive.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Three Numbers Stood Out in Iowa's Loss to Iowa State

The Iowa Hawkeyes travelled to Ames for a game that ultimately didn't go their way. For the first time this season, the Hawkeyes tasted defeat. No. 10 Iowa State got the best of them, 74-69.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Iowa Dominates PFF All-America Selections

Sadly for the Iowa Hawkeyes, this is a season that has a huge "what if?" attached to it. There's nothing wrong with an 8-4 record, but those four losses were by a combined 15 points.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Iowa HC Not Letting Iowa State Loss Shake Mindset

In the end, the No. 11 Iowa Hawkeyes weren't able to get past No. 10 Iowa State. Playing on the road made things tough, but the Hawkeyes had to battle through foul trouble and other little things like missed free throws.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Iowa Facing Lopsided Odds in Iowa State Rivalry Matchup

At 8-1, the Iowa Hawkeyes have taken on a completely new, terribly refreshing identity in the program's first year under head coach Ben McCollum. Gone are the days in which the team would struggle to contend, both inside and outside their grueling conference schedule.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Iowa's Chit-Chat Wright Revels in Career Night Despite Loss

While Chit-Chat Wright played a few minutes against Rutgers, this was her true Iowa Hawkeyes return. The transfer guard played 37 minutes which was by far her most of the season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Iowa Fans Point Blame After Iowa State Defeat

No matter what the final score read, the Iowa Hawkeyes erased a 17 point deficit against Iowa State. That wasn't good enough to get the job done, but head coach Jan Jensen's squad fought until the very end.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

Three Last Minute Iowa vs. Iowa State MBB Predictions

The final Cy-Hawk game of 2025 comes to a head as the 8-1 (1-1) Iowa Hawkeyes head to Ames to take on an Iowa State team that jumped to No. 4 in the rankings.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 11

One Major Stat Held Iowa Back vs. Iowa State

In the infancy of the Jan Jensen era in Iowa City, the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball program hasn't taken long to skyrocket back into relevancy following their change at the head coaching position.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / December 11

Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in Iowa State's win

Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in No. 10 Iowa State's win over No. 11 Iowa

The 10th-ranked Iowa State women held off a rally from No. 11 Iowa in a 74-69 win in the latest installment of the in-state rivalry on Wednesday night.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Total Apex Sports / December 10

Iowa State Women Secure Gritty Win Over Iowa Hawkeyes

The Iowa State women’s basketball team, riding a perfect 10-0 record into tonight, knocked off the Iowa Hawkeyes 74-69 to stay unbeaten and send the home crowd home smiling.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Three Takeaways from Iowa's Rivalry Loss to Iowa State

The Iowa Hawkeyes first true road test of the season went to Iowa State. In the latest edition of the Cy-Hawk rivalry, the Cyclones prevailed, 74-69. Plenty of things stood out in the contest, but most importantly it was the fight of the Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Iowa's Late Comeback Stalls in Loss to Iowa State

Going to Ames was no easy feat, and in the end the Iowa Hawkeyes suffered their first loss of the season. There's no doubt they'll still see a number attached to their name come next week, but in the end Iowa State prevailed, 74-69.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Iowa Makes Coaches Poll Ahead of Iowa State Matchup

After the Iowa Hawkeyes' loss to the Michigan State Spartans to a convincing, desperate final tune of 71-52, the team's previous ambitions for recognition in the AP Poll seemed to drown under the weight of that defeat.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Five Things To Watch During Iowa vs. Iowa State

Both teams will enter undefeated, but only one can leave Ames as the definitive winner of the Cy-Hawk rivalry. The No. 11 Iowa Hawkeyes will have to endure their toughest road test ahead of the season as they travel to play No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Key Metric Favors Iowa Over Iowa State

When it comes to strength of schedule, the Iowa Hawkeyes hold a clear advantage over Iowa State. Sure, head coach Jan Jensen's squad may be ranked one spot lower in the AP Top 25, but Iowa sitting at No.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Iowa's ReliaQuest Bowl Named Top Non-Playoff Matchup

The Iowa Hawkeyes are going bowling for the 12th consecutive season, excluding the unprecedented 2020 season. Iowa is pitted against an SEC opponent for the fifth year in a row now and is gearing up to face the No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Iowa Kicker Accepts 2026 Panini Senior Bowl Invite

When it comes to special teams, it's hard to find a team that does it better than the Iowa Hawkeyes. Kicker Drew Stevens found ways to rewrite the history books during his time with the team, and now he's set to be honored at one of the most prestigious games of the year.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Three Last Minute Iowa vs. Iowa State WBB Predictions

The 9-0 Iowa Hawkeyes already have a Top 25 win under their belt this season, but now they're looking for another. With two ranked opponents in their next 10 days, Iowa is looking to keep their undefeated season alive as they participate in this year's Cy-Hawk rivalry game.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 10

Iowa Back in Running for 2027 Iowa State Decommit

The Iowa Hawkeyes have reentered the recruiting competition for four-star offensive lineman Will Slagle following his unexpected decommitment from Iowa State just days after head coach Matt Campbell accepted the Penn State job.