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Mayville Native Ben Jacobson Leaves Northern Iowa After 25 Years to Join Utah State

Jacobson departs UNI after leading the Panthers to 5 NCAA Tournament appearances and becoming the winningest coach in Missouri Valley Conference history.

Mullins' Miracle: How does his shot for UConn measure up to other famous ones in March Madness?

A last-second 3-pointer by UConn freshman Braylon Mullins has entered the pantheon of legendary March Madness moments.

Iowa's Former Five-Star Guard Addie Deal to Enter Transfer Portal

The highly touted freshman is leaving the Hawkeyes after one season.

Utah State Hires Northern Iowa's Ben Jacobson as New Head Coach

Jacobson replaces Jerrod Calhoun, who left for Cincinnati after two seasons with the Aggies.

Mid-Prairie Senior Earns All-Region Basketball Honor

Jovi Evans recognized for standout season by Iowa Basketball Coaches Association

Utah State Hires Longtime Northern Iowa Coach Ben Jacobson

The Aggies are bringing in their seventh head coach in 13 years.

Clarinda and Essex Cheerleaders Shine at IBCA All-Star Game

Local squads showcase their skills at prestigious basketball showcase

McCollum Dismisses Rumors of Leaving Iowa After Elite Eight Run

The Hawkeyes' head coach says he has no plans to depart after a successful first season in Iowa City.

Iowa's Stirtz makes pitch to prospective players

Outgoing star urges recruits to join Hawkeyes' rising program

Iowa's Stirtz Pitches Recruits After Elite Eight Loss

Hawkeyes star guard rallies support for program despite NCAA tournament defeat.

Iowa's McCollum Credits 2025-26 Team for March Madness Foundation

Head coach Ben McCollum sees the Elite Eight run as a starting point for future success.

Iowa Coach Praises Nebraska's 'Class Program' After Sweet 16 Matchup

Ben McCollum acknowledges the rivalry between the two programs but says there's 'not a lot of bad blood'.

Iowa Coach Ben McCollum Delivers Blunt Take on Officiating Frustrations

McCollum's no-nonsense response after Elite Eight loss shows his approach to building a winning program.

Top High School Hoopers Set for 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Game

The prestigious annual event will showcase the nation's elite female basketball talent on ESPN networks.

Timberwolves' Conley Calls for Better Handling of Pressure

Veteran point guard discusses team's struggles after tough loss

Iowa Coach Ben McCollum Embraces Big Ten Lifestyle

Hawkeyes head coach adjusts to new conference perks and expectations

Illinois Defeats Iowa in Elite Eight Thriller, Advances to Final Four

Illini overcome Hawkeyes' upset bid to reach first Final Four since 2005

Dike-New Hartford Superintendent Inducted into Officials Hall of Fame

Justin Stockdale reflects on nearly 30-year career as a standout basketball and baseball official in Iowa.

Illinois Advances to Elite Eight, Beats Houston 65-55

Illini to Face Iowa in Regional Final After Gritty Defensive Battle

Iowa basketball pulls off March Madness upset, reaches first Elite 8 in 39 years

Ninth-seeded Hawkeyes beat No. 4 Nebraska to become highest remaining seed in tournament

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