#15 Iowa women defeat #25 Washington 65-56

Hawkeyes win at home behind strong performances from Wright and Stuelke

Feb. 12, 2026 at 4:47am

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The 15th-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team defeated the 25th-ranked Washington Huskies 65-56 on Wednesday night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Sophomore Chit-Chat Wright led Iowa with 21 points, while senior Hannah Stuelke recorded her seventh double-double of the season with 14 points and 16 rebounds. Iowa used a strong second quarter to build a lead and held off a late Washington comeback attempt in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win over a ranked opponent boosts Iowa's resume as they look to secure a high seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Hawkeyes have now won 10 of their last 13 games and remain in contention for the Big Ten title.

The details

Iowa jumped out to a 25-19 lead after the first quarter, with Wright scoring six points. The Hawkeyes then went on an 11-0 run in the second quarter to build a 36-30 halftime advantage. Iowa maintained its lead throughout the second half, withstanding a late Washington rally to win 65-56.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 12, 2026 inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

The players

Chit-Chat Wright

A sophomore guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes who led the team with 21 points, 5 three-pointers, and 4 assists.

Hannah Stuelke

A senior forward for the Iowa Hawkeyes who recorded her seventh double-double of the season with 14 points and 16 rebounds.

Ava Heiden

A sophomore player for the Iowa Hawkeyes who scored 7 points in the third quarter to help the team build its lead.

Kylie Feuerbach

A senior player for the Iowa Hawkeyes who hit a key three-pointer in the final minute to seal the victory.

Washington Huskies

The 25th-ranked women's basketball team that lost to Iowa 65-56 on the road.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This win over a ranked opponent boosts Iowa's NCAA Tournament resume and keeps them in contention for the Big Ten title. The Hawkeyes' balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for Washington to overcome.