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Iowa Receives Stellar Injury News Prior to Michigan Matchup

Hannah Stuelke is back. With a Top 15 showdown on the horizon, the Iowa Hawkeyes now know they'll be at full strength. While this team would love to have Taylor McCabe on the court as well, they'll certainly settle for having one of the two.

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Iowa Playing Well After Caitlin Clark’s Departure

Caitlin Clark left Iowa after the 2023-24 season. Many thought Iowa would crumble after she left. The Hawkeyes finished 23-11 last season under first-year head coach Jan Jensen.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 22

Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz Isn't Thinking About Retirement

At the end of the day, everyone knows the Iowa Hawkeyes will have to eventually move on from head coach Kirk Ferentz. That's a mutual decision that will be made at one point in time, though that decision may not come until the end of the 2029 season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 21

Iowa's Two Keys to Victory vs. Michigan

The Iowa Hawkeyes have just three regular season games remaining and one just so happens to be against the No. 6 team in the nation. Michigan sits at 22-4 (13-2) while Iowa enters this one 21-5 (12-3).

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 21

Kirk Ferentz Discusses Iowa's Upcoming QB Battle

If the Iowa Hawkeyes want to succeed in 2026 (and beyond), it starts with having a solid starting quarterback. Currently, Iowa has a pair of players that could both easily start on the majority of top teams in the nation.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 21

Iowa Needs Decisive Road Win at Wisconsin

Coming off their biggest win of the Ben McCollum era, the Iowa Hawkeyes need to take care of business at No. 24 Wisconsin. Beating No. 9 Nebraska at home is one thing, but time and time again Iowa has struggled mightily on the road.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 21

Iowa Remains Undefeated With Sharpshooting Guard in Starting Lineup

On February 19, the Iowa Hawkeyes improved to 10-0 when sophomore guard Taylor Stremlow is in the starting lineup. Heading into their matchup against Purdue, the game notes included that statistic, which is something that can't be ignored.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 20

Iowa's Tournament Hopes Run Through Top 12 Schedule

While a Top 10 win should be more than enough to get the Iowa Hawkeyes into the NCAA Tournament, they still need to take care of business down the stretch.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 20

Iowa Inching Closer to Double-Bye in B1G Tournament

In the B1G women's basketball tournament, the Top 4 teams in the conference all receive a double bye. Currently, the Iowa Hawkeyes are No. 3 in the conference.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 20

Iowa Needs Hannah Stuelke to Return vs. Michigan

After winning their third straight, the Iowa Hawkeyes have some reflecting to do. Sure, Iowa defeated Purdue, 83-74, but they struggled in the second half which nearly erased a picture perfect first 20 minutes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 20

Journey Houston Delivers in First Career Iowa Start

Freshman guard Journey Houston committed to the Iowa Hawkeyes when she was just a sophomore in high school. On February 19, 2026, she made her first career start.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 20

Five-Star Forward Sets Official Iowa Visit

After earning McKenna Woliczko's commitment, it's clear second year head coach Jan Jensen was far from satisfied. Even though Woliczko is from the Class of 2026 while this recruit is in the Class of 2027, the story remains the same: The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball program continues to reach new heights.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 20

Dominant Trio Leads Iowa to Tenth Straight Win vs. Purdue

A strong first half left no doubt as the Iowa Hawkeyes took care of business against Purdue, 83-74. Iowa improved to 21-5 (12-3) even without Hannah Stuelke in the starting lineup.

Watch: Iowa at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 02/19/2026

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 19

Iowa Lines Up Nine Visits For June 5

In a world where spring football camp is right around the corner, the Iowa Hawkeyes are doing everything in their power to establish a strong Class of 2027.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 19

Iowa Pitching Staff Looks to Bounce Back vs. FAU

The Iowa Hawkeyes’ baseball program has long been known for its pitching prowess. That was still true last season, when the Hawkeyes put up a dominant campaign on the mound that unfortunately ended without a berth in the NCAA Tournament.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 19

Iowa Stuck Waiting For Tavion Banks Next Season Status

With Bennett Stirtz set to go to the NBA, the Iowa Hawkeyes know they have a huge void to fill. Currently, Tavion Banks is second on the team, averaging 10.7 points per game.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 19

Iowa's Two Keys to Victory vs. Purdue

Mackey Arena is in for a treat as the No. 13 Iowa Hawkeyes come to town to take on a sub-par Purdue squad. The Boilermakers are one game under .500 and are just 4-10 in conference play.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 19

Iowa HC Discusses Bennett Stirtz' Profound Impact on Program

Even though he's coming off a night where he shot just 36.36% from the field, Bennett Stirtz once again led the way for the Iowa Hawkeyes with his 25 points.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 19

Iowa formally apologizes to Nebraska HC Fred Hoiberg after incident

It's not often the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers play nice with each other. That makes what happened Tuesday night that much more interesting.

Darius Acuff Jr. may be the best CBB guard John Calipari has coached

Josh Hubbard's historic first half powers Miss State to needed win

Could shocking loss to Creighton be a wake-up call for No. 5 UConn?

UCLA HC Mick Cronin must treat his players with much more respect

Texas Tech dealt probable fatal blow to title hopes with JT Toppin injury

NCAA deserves to be under fire for chaos of its own making in CBB

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 18

Iowa Baseball Has Historic Night vs. UW-Platteville

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated UW-Platteville 34-5 on Feb. 17. No, you didn’t read that wrong. Iowa, in the earliest home opener in program history — something historic in its own right — completely demolished UW-Platteville en route to a school record 34 runs.