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Iowa Hoops: Reflecting on the McCollum proof of concept after his first season with the Hawks
Ben McCollum’s first season was an unquestioned success after leading the Iowa Hawkeyes (24-13, 10-10) to the Elite 8 for the first time since 1987, Dr. Tom Davis’ first season in Iowa City. But it didn’t always feel that way. There was the January swoon where the Hawks struggled through illness and amassed 3 straight […]
Hawks run ends with 71-59 loss to Illinois
Well folks. It was a helluva run in Ben McCollum’s first season. But the magic ran out against a familiar foe with the Iowa Hawkeyes (24-13) losing to the Illinois Fighting Illini (28-8), 71-59, after the offense dried up in the second half. Bennett Stirtz led the Hawks with 24 points on 8/17 shooting and […]
Iowa Hoops: previewing Hawks/Illini, how to watch, & fan discussion
The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (24-12, 10-10) are facing down the 3-seeded Illinois Fighting Illini (27-8, 15-5) after they took down the hometown Houston Cougars. The Hawks are looking to advance to their first Final Four since 1980 while Illinois hasn’t been there since 2005. These team’s first matchup was an Illinois used an early 13-0 […]
VAMOS: HAWKS BEAT NEBRASKA TO GO TO ELITE 8
The Iowa Hawkeyes (24-12) are heading to the Elite 8 after a 9-0 run with under 5:00 left to get their first lead of the game and keep it against the rival Nebraska Cornhuskers, winning 77-71. It’s the first time they’ve made the Elite 8 since the 1987 team in Tom Davis’ first season. They’re […]
Iowa Hoops: how to watch Hawks in Sweet 16 vs Nebraska, Stats, and Fan Discussion
What a year this week has been. Since the Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12, 10-10) punched their ticket into the Sweet 16 against Nebraska (28-6, 15-5), it’s been a whirlwind. Going from decided underdogs in the Round of 32 to functional pick ‘ems was a whiplash I didn’t expect this time of year. Such is the value […]
Iowa Fans Expect Hawkeyes to Advance to Elite Eight
It is game day in Houston and for the first time in 27 years, the Hawkeyes are playing in the Sweet 16 with a chance for a trip to the Elite Eight on the line. As fate would have it, Iowa is facing off with our neighbors to the west with the Nebraska Cornhuskers doubling […]
Iowa Hoops: Previewing the Hawkeyes Sweet 16 Matchup vs Big Ten Rival, Nebraska
The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12, 10-10) are set to take on the 4-seeded Nebraska Cornhuskers (28-6, 15-5) in Houston, TX for the first slot in the Elite 8. After the ups and downs of college basketball, it’s genuinely hilarious and a little bit frustrating for the biggest basketball game either of these programs have played […]
Ben McCollum Has Led the Iowa Hawkeyes to the Promised Land in Year One
For the first time since 1999, the Iowa men’s basketball team is in the Sweet Sixteen. Despite entering the NCAA Tournament having lost seven of its last ten games, the Hawkeyes managed to upset both #8 seed Clemon and #1 seed Florida, the defending national champion. The architect of these victories was first-year head coach […]
Re-Live Iowa’s Thrilling Upset of #1 Florida: The Best Social Media Reactions
The internet lost its mind when Alvaro Folgueiras buried a corner three to knock off the defending champs. Here's how social media reacted to Iowa's biggest March Madness win in 27 years.
Women’s Basketball: Iowa’s season ends in heartbreaking fashion to Virginia in OT
For the second game in a row, Virginia guard Kymora Johnson scored 28 points as she led her No. 10 seed Virginia Cavaliers to victory over the No. 2 seed Iowa Hawkeyes in a 83-75 win in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. It’s a gut wrenching loss in many ways for the Hawkeyes, who end the season with […]
Will Iowa’s NCAA Tournament Run End vs Nebraska in the Sweet 16?
Iowa is in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999 and faces Nebraska on Thursday night in Houston. What do you expect from the Hawkeyes?
NCAA Tournament, 2nd Round: Iowa vs. Virginia – How to watch, Fan Discussion
One last time in Carver-Hawkeye Arena this season for the No. 2 seed Iowa Women’s Basketball squad. one last opportunity to play in front of the home crowd for the program’s three seniors. On the line? A spot in the Sweet 16. The opponent? The No. 10 seed Virginia Cavaliers, who will be playing their […]
Folgueiras Sends Iowa To The Sweet 16, Hawkeyes to Face Nebraska
Iowa 73, Florida 72. Alvaro Folgueiras hit the shot of a lifetime to knock off the defending champs. Now the Hawkeyes face Nebraska in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999.
HAWKS BEAT FLORIDA 73-72 FOR FIRST SWEET 16 SINCE 1999
The Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12) took down the defending champion Florida Gators (27-8), 73-72, on an Alvaro Folgueiras 3 with 4.5 seconds remaining. The Hawks were the tougher team from the jump as they built a 10 point lead in the first half and led for 26:20. All of this came with another inefficient night from […]
Women’s Basketball: Can the Hawkeyes put together a complete game to advance to the Sweet 16?
There’s no question that Ava Heiden did her part on Saturday in No. 2 seed Iowa’s closer than expected 58-48 win over No. 15 seed Fairleigh Dickinson. Her career-high 29 points were at times literally the only offense her team was able to produce. Hannah Stuelke did her part as well, adding 13 points and […]
Iowa Hoops: previewing Hawks/Gators, how to watch, & fan discussion
The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (22-12, 10-10) take on the 1-seeded, and defending national champions, Florida Gators (27-7, 16-2) this evening in Tampa, FL. It’s the first chance Iowa’s got of getting to the Sweet 16 since 2021 and it is a slim one. Team Rankings gives the Hawks about a 20% chance while KenPom has […]
Hawks beat Clemson, 67-61, in first NCAA Tournament win since 2021
The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (22-12) defeated the #8 Clemson Tigers (24-11) 67-61 to notch their first NCAA Tournament since 2021. It was a slog of a game, as neither team exceeded 41% shooting in the game. Bennett Stirtz led the Hawks with 16 points on 4/17 shooting in an uncharacteristically inefficient game. Kael Combs (15 […]
Iowa Hoops: how to watch Hawks against Clemson in NCAA Tournament, Stats, and Fan Discussion
The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) are back in the NCAA Tournament and take on the Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6). The Tigers finished tied for fourth in the ACC, which sent 8 teams to the NCAA Tournament. For the Hawkeyes, the stakes are clear: Iowa’s seeking their first NCAA Tournament win since 2021. They’ve made […]
NCAA Tournament Day Two: How to Watch Every First Round Game on Friday
Day Two of the NCAA Tournament brings 14 first-round games, highlighted by the 9-seed Hawkeyes tipping off against Clemson at 5:50 PM CT on TNT. Here's your full Friday schedule.
Previewing the Hawkeyes matchup against Clemson
The Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) have their dancing shoes again! After missing out on the NCAA Tournament in each of the last two seasons, Ben McCollum and company have them back and facing a stout matchup in the 8-seeded Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6). The Tigers started their conference season on an absolute tear – they […]
NCAA Tournament Day One: Your Complete Guide to Thursday’s First Round Action
The NCAA Tournament tips off today with 16 first-round games. Here's your complete Day 1 schedule, the best games to watch, and a reminder that Iowa's date with Clemson comes tomorrow.
Hawkeye Women Expected to Make NCAA Tournament Run, Men Not So Much
Happy March Madness to all those who celebrate! The NCAA Tournament is officially here with action kicking off on Thursday, March 19th for the men and Friday, March 20th for the women. This year marks the first time since 2023 where both the Iowa men and women are dancing. While both teams are in the […]
Big Ten’s NCAA Tournament Odds Round Up
The Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) are back in the NCAA Tournament & take on the Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6) in Tampa, FL at 5:50 PM on Friday. FanDuel has the odds at Iowa -2.5 with an over/under of 129.5. The Hawks are -146 favorites despite being the 9 seed. You can get Clemson at +122 […]
Iowa Basketball: How far will the Hawkeyes go in the NCAA Tournament?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Iowa fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Folks, it’s that time of year again. The bracket is out. The matchups are set. And […]
Women’s Basketball: Iowa earns 2 seed in NCAA Tournament, will host Farleigh Dickinson in Iowa City
Fresh off a second-place finish in a loaded Big Ten Conference, and a run to the Big Ten Tournament championship game (which we will NOT ever talk about again), the Iowa Women’s Basketball team has earned a No. 2 seed (and No. 5 overall!) in the NCAA Tournament. They will once again host the first […]
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