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Iowa Faces New Projected Opponent in NCAA Tournament
The Hawkeyes' first-round matchup could be against California Baptist Lancers instead of Green Bay Phoenix.
Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:34pm
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The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team has a new projected first-round opponent in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Previously expected to face the Green Bay Phoenix, Iowa is now projected to take on the California Baptist Lancers in the opening round. The Hawkeyes, who are likely to be a No. 2 seed, are coming off a blowout loss to UCLA in the Big Ten Championship game.
Why it matters
The change in projected opponent means Iowa will have to prepare for an entirely different team, the California Baptist Lancers, who are currently projected as a No. 15 seed. This could impact the Hawkeyes' game planning and strategy as they look to advance deep into the tournament.
The details
The Lancers were previously projected as a No. 14 seed, but their seeding is still uncertain as their conference tournament is taking place this weekend. If Iowa secures a first-round victory, they could face either No. 7 Oregon or No. 10 South Dakota State in the Round of 32, potentially setting up a Big Ten rematch against the Ducks.
- The official NCAA Tournament bracket will be revealed on March 15.
- The Lancers are set to face Tarleton State in the WAC Tournament semifinals this weekend.
The players
Jan Jensen
The head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team.
Ava Heiden
The starting center for the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Berry Wallace
A forward for the Illinois women's basketball team, who played against Ava Heiden and the Hawkeyes on February 26, 2026.
What’s next
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The takeaway
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