Hawkeyes Share Big Ten Title After 95 64 Win
Iowa defeats Northwestern 95 64 at the Iowa Field House to tie Michigan State and Purdue for the conference crown. Fans rush the court as William Mayfield and Kirk Sper an spark the celebration and Matthews cuts down his net.
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Hawkeyes seniors Brunner Horner leave lasting mark
Iowa's Brunner and Horner have fueled a pivotal era, delivering MVP type seasons, school records in rebounds and assists, and leading the Hawkeyes toward the Big Ten tourney and NCAA run. Coach Alford credits their character and leadership for keeping the team steady through adversity.
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Brunner and Horner Lead Hawkeyes Toward Big Ten Title Chance
Iowa hosts Penn State as seniors Greg Brunner and Doug Horner anchor a bid for a share of the Big Ten title with two home wins. Brunner and Horner, central figures for Carver-Hawkeye, vow to finish strong and pursue a Sweet 16 run.
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Missouri Valley Conference tournament schedule reads week of games
The Missouri Valley Conference tournament at Lachs Center in St. Louis lists first round matchups with seedings: Drake vs Indiana State, Evansville vs Illinois State, Wichita State facing the Drake/Indiana State winner, Creighton vs Bradley, Southern Illinois vs Evansville/Illinois, Missouri State vs Northern Iowa, followed by Saturday semifinals and Sunday final.
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McDermott declares UNI NCAA berth likely after nonconference wins
Northern Iowa coach Greg McDermott says the Panthers have earned an NCAA tournament spot based on the season body of work, regardless of the Missouri Valley Conference tournament result. UNI sits 22-8 with notable wins over LSU and Bucknell and a high RPI as they head into quarterfinals in St. Louis.
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Stout, Jacobson Lead MVC First Team Honors
Stout and Jacobson of Northern Iowa were named to the MVC first team. Paul Miller of Wichita State earned Player of the Year as Northern Iowa led with two first-team selections. Second team picks included Mathies Creighton Moss Indiana State OBryant Bradley Sommerville Tolliver with Coleman receiving honorable mention.
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Iowa players shine as VandeVenter and Smith earn honors
Iowa forward Krista VandeVenter earns honorable mention as the Hawkeyes’ guard Megan Smith leads in scoring and steals. Smith, a 5-6 guard, posted a season high 46 points against Louisiana Tech and ranks among NCAA leaders. Iowa earns Big Ten tournament seeding fifth and faces Michigan State in Indianapolis. Foster names Brader as coach of the year.
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