Iowa women's basketball prepares for 2026 season against Eastern Iowa

Iowa's women's basketball team begins its 2026 season with a game against Eastern Iowa on November 5 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Following a surprising loss in the NCAA tournament last season, the team has seen several key player departures, including seniors Hannah Stuelke and Kylie Feuerbach. Returning players like Chit Chat Wright and Ava Heiden are expected to play pivotal roles, while incoming transfers Dani Carnegie and Amari Whiting aim to strengthen the squad. The Hawkeyes will face a challenging road test against No. 2 UConn on November 8.

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