Sat Mar 22 15:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Iowa’s Post-Clark Era Begins: Hawkeyes Face High-Scoring Murray State in NCAA Tournament
**Norman, OK –** The Iowa Hawkeyes, embarking on a new era after the departure of star Caitlin Clark and coach Lisa Bluder, tip off their NCAA Tournament run against a formidable opponent. The No. 6 seeded Hawkeyes will face the No. 11 seeded Murray State Racers on Saturday at 12 p.m. ET in the Lloyd Noble Center.
This matchup promises a high-scoring affair. Murray State boasts the nation’s highest scoring offense, averaging 87.9 points per game, fueled by a potent three-point shot and impressive free-throw accuracy. They enter the tournament on a ten-game winning streak and feature four players averaging double-digit points, led by All-Missouri Valley Conference first-teamer Katelyn Young (22.2 ppg).
Iowa, under new head coach Jan Jensen, finished the season strong, winning 10 of their last 13 games. The Hawkeyes’ offense will rely heavily on transfer Lucy Olsen, who leads the team with 18 points per game. Junior Hannah Stuelke provides additional offensive firepower, averaging 12.8 points and 7.9 rebounds. While Iowa’s championship appearances of the past two seasons are a thing of the past, the team hopes to make a strong showing in this new chapter.
The game will be a critical test for both teams, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting first-round matchup.
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