Iowa basketball showcases new court at Carver-Hawkeye Arena

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Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Iowa basketball showcases new court at Carver-Hawkeye Arena
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Iowa basketball shared a first look at the installation of a new playing surface in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on June 5, 2026. The new maple wood court will replace the aging parquet floor that has been in use since the arena opened in 1983. Iowa Athletics purchased the court previously used in the NCAA Tournament's South Region and aims to keep the overall look similar, incorporating new design elements. A significant feature, the "22" decal commemorating Caitlin Clark's record-setting 3-pointer, will be retained in its original location. The first official game on the new court is anticipated in early November as both men's and women's basketball seasons approach.

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  • Iowa shared an update on the new court installation on June 5, 2026.
  • The parquet floor has been in use since the arena's opening in 1983.
  • The new court will feature a retained '22' decal honoring Caitlin Clark.
  • First official game on the new surface expected in early November.
  • Upgrades are aimed at enhancing the basketball experience at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
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As Iowa basketball ushers in a new playing surface within Carver-Hawkeye Arena, the Hawkeyes sahred a first look at the progress.

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