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Iowa's Ava Heiden Earns Major Weekly Award

With three straight 20 plus point double-doubles, the Jersey Mikes Naismith Women's College Player of the Week had to be Ava Heiden. The Iowa Hawkeyes finished the week 3-0 and topped it off with a dominating win over No.

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Iowa's AP Top 25 Ranking Raises Eyebrows With Michigan Still Ahead

The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team's 2025-26 NCAA season has had several distinct chapters. The Hawkeyes began the year with a perfect 9-0 record.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 23

Jan Jensen Pushes for Iowa Guard to Make B1G All-Team

The Iowa Hawkeyes took care of business against No. 6 Michigan, 62-44, on an emotional senior day. Iowa is an extremely young team, but they have a group of talented seniors who helped get this team to where they currently are.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 23

Iowa Unsurprisingly Re-Enters Top 10 in Latest AP Poll

The Iowa Hawkeyes entered the week ranked No. 13 but a trio of wins left AP voters no choice but to put them back in the Top 10. Iowa, at one point, was ranked No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 23

Iowa Remains Bubble Team After Wisconsin Loss

With just four games remaining, the Iowa Hawkeyes have their work cut out for them. They currently sit at 19-8 (9-7) but are tasked with playing a pair of Top 10 teams to end the year.

College Basketball News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 22

Three Last Minute Iowa vs. Wisconsin Predictions

The Iowa Hawkeyes may head to Madison as underdogs, but that doesn't mean they're going to walk into Wisconsin and surrender. Coming off a Top 10 win, the first ranked win of the Ben McCollum era, Iowa knows this is their chance to make an impact down the stretch.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 22

Immediate Takeaways From Iowa's Biggest Win of the Season

The Iowa Hawkeyes knew No. 6 Michigan would be one of their toughest tests of the season, but they didn't expect to pull away as they did in the fourth quarter.

Watch: Michigan at Iowa | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 02/22/2026

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 22

Iowa vs. Wisconsin Has Massive March Madness Implications

The Iowa Hawkeyes are coming off their best win of the Ben McCollum as they look to carry that momentum into Madison. Currently, Wisconsin is ranked No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 22

Numerous Key Visitors In Attendance For Iowa's Top 15 Showdown

While the Iowa Hawkeyes only have one official visit this weekend, there are plenty of high schoolers making their way to Iowa City. Carver is set for yet another sold-out game as the No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / February 22

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.

Caitlin Clark News / Beyond Women's Sports / February 22

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.