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Iowa Hawkeyes Host NCAA Tournament After Strong Season Despite Injury
The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team, led by coach Jan Jensen, is hosting the NCAA Tournament as a No. 2 seed. This follows a 26-6 season, overcoming the loss of a starting guard to injury.
The Iowa Hawkeyes, with a younger team, achieved a 26-6 record this season, tying for second in the Big Ten with a 15-3 record. Head coach Jan Jensen expressed surprise at the team's success, acknowledging their potential early in the season. Iowa closed the season strong, winning eight of their last nine games. This occurred after adjusting to the loss of starting guard Taylor McCabe due to a season-ending knee injury. Jensen emphasized the team's resilience and ability to focus on the present. She noted their willingness to support each other throughout the season.
Key Facts
- Iowa Hawkeyes are hosting the NCAA Tournament as a No. 2 seed.
- Jan Jensen is in her second season as head coach.
- The Hawkeyes finished the season with a 26-6 record.
- Iowa tied for second in the Big Ten with a 15-3 record.
- The team overcame the loss of starting guard Taylor McCabe.
- Iowa will face 15th seed Fairleigh Dickinson in the first round.
- Seventh seed Georgia will play 10th seed Virginia in another first-round game.
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- Winnipeg Free Press — Iowa back in a familiar spot - at home for the NCAA women's March Madness