Despite losing key players like Caitlin Clark and Kate Martin, many doubted the Iowa Hawkeyes women’s college basketball team would have a successful season after two Final Four appearances.
Under the leadership of Jan Jensen, the Hawkeyes are proving their doubters wrong and showing that they are still a force to be reckoned with in women’s college basketball.
Starting the season unranked, Iowa has quickly climbed the polls with an impressive 8-0 record, now sitting at No. 17 in the latest AP Top 25 rankings.
Their strong start has caught the attention of the college basketball world, with ESPN recognizing Iowa as one of the biggest surprises of the season so far.
ESPN acknowledges that TCU and Iowa were underrated teams at the beginning of the season. Iowa’s success, despite losing key players and their head coach, has been impressive. Under Jan Jensen’s guidance, the Hawkeyes have managed to maintain a perfect record. Their upcoming games against Tennessee, Iowa State, and Michigan State will provide further insight into their capabilities.
Impressively, Iowa has achieved their success without Lucy Olsen, their leading scorer, who has been sidelined with an injury. Fortunately, Olsen is expected to return soon for the team’s upcoming challenges.
This week, Iowa faces tough opponents in Tennessee, Iowa State, and Michigan State, showcasing their strength as a team.
Don’t miss Iowa’s next game on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. CT on FOX as they take on the Tennessee Volunteers in the Champions Classic at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
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