The No. 20 Iowa women’s basketball team is looking to achieve a perfect run at the WBCA Showcase as they prepare to face Miami on Saturday, November 22. The matchup is set to take place at 7 p.m. CT inside the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Kissimmee, Florida, and will be broadcast on ESPN+.
Iowa (5-0) began its Florida excursion with a hard-fought 57-52 victory against No. 10 Baylor. Despite losing starting point guard Chit-Chat Wright to injury early in the third quarter, the teams’ resilience shone through, with significant contributions from players like Taylor Stremlow and Ava Heiden that propelled the Hawkeyes to victory.
On the other hand, Miami (4-0) secured their own win earlier in the day, defeating Davidson 66-58, powered by a standout performance from Gal Raviv, a transfer from Quinnipiac who scored 22 points.
The two teams last clashed in the second round of the 2015 NCAA Tournament, adding an interesting historical backdrop to this upcoming game. Fans eager to catch the action can tune in to ESPN+ for live coverage.
The matchup not only highlights the competitive spirit of both teams but also sets the stage for an exciting game that is sure to have implications for both programs as the season progresses.