The Nebraska Cornhuskers women’s basketball team is preparing to confront the No. 15 Iowa Hawkeyes on Monday, February 16, 2026, in a pivotal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska. Tip-off is set for 11 a.m. (CT) as the Huskers aim to split their season series with the Hawkeyes. This showdown comes after the two teams faced each other on New Year’s Day, where Iowa secured an 86-76 victory.
Currently, Nebraska boasts a season record of 16-9, with a 5-9 mark in the Big Ten conference, while Iowa stands at 19-6 and 10-3 in the conference. Tickets for the game are available through Huskers.com or by calling the dedicated ticket hotline. Fans can catch the action live on FOX and through the Huskers Radio Network.
Amidst their struggles in February, where they have opened the month with four losses against top-ranked teams, including a recent setback against Minnesota, the Huskers are vying for their first victory this month. In those recent games, Nebraska has encountered tough opposition, facing mostly ranked teams, which has complicated their efforts for a win. However, players like Britt Prince, who leads the team with an impressive scoring average of 17.4 points per game and was recently recognized on the Nancy Lieberman Award Midseason Top 10, are showing their potential to turn things around.
Prince’s stellar performance includes shooting 55.4% from the field and an astonishing 93.7% from the free-throw line, making her a key player to watch during the upcoming match. Junior Jessica Petrie and sophomore Amiah Hargrove have also shone this season, contributing significantly on both ends of the court with consistent scoring and rebounding.
In contrast, the Hawkeyes recently halted a three-game losing streak with a win over Washington. Iowa features standout players such as Hannah Stuelke and Ava Heiden, both of whom are instrumental in their inside game strategy. Their prior game against Nebraska showcased their ability to dominate the court, and they will certainly look to maintain that momentum.
Historically, the series between Nebraska and Iowa has been competitive, with Iowa holding a slight edge. However, Nebraska has had its moments of triumph, including several recent victories that break previous losing streaks against their rivals.
As the Huskers prepare for this crucial matchup, the atmosphere is expected to be electric. Both teams eye the postseason, and a win for Nebraska could provide the spark needed for a late-season surge. Each game is an opportunity to rally and rebuild momentum, and the upcoming face-off promises to be a compelling chapter in this storied rivalry.