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Iowa Women's Hoops Rises to No. 6 Nationally
6 May
Summary
- Iowa women's basketball climbed to No. 6 nationally.
- The team retained core players and added new talent.
- ESPN's updated rankings reflect the team's strength.

The Iowa women's basketball team is now ranked No. 6 nationally in ESPN's updated 'way-too-early' top 25 rankings. This represents a three-spot jump from their previous standing. The advancement reflects the team's success in navigating the transfer portal this offseason.
Iowa successfully retained its key returning players, including Chit-Chat Wright, Taylor Stremlow, Journey Houston, Ava Heiden, and Layla Hays. The team also bolstered its roster with new additions through the transfer portal and a highly-touted recruit.
Notable transfers include Dani Carnegie and Jocelyn Faison from Georgia, and Amari Whiting from Oklahoma State. The Hawkeyes also signed five-star recruit McKenna Woliczko, contributing to their elevated national standing.