If the first women’s college basketball Sunday of February was a sign of what’s to come, then buckle up folks. The show is just getting started. Here’s a closer look at some of the top results of the day.
🚨 Iowa downs No. 4 USC in a 76-69 thrillerÂ
Iowa pulled off a massive 76-69 upset over No. 4 USC in front of a packed Hawkeye arena handing the Trojans just their second loss of the season. The thrilling upset was the perfect lead-up to Iowa legend Caitlin Clark’s jersey retirement ceremony following the game — an occasion which the entire arena and both teams stuck around for.
To the rafters. @CaitlinClark22 x #Hawkeyes pic.twitter.com/o9Mx2ZoMwP
— Iowa Women’s Basketball (@IowaWBB) February 2, 2025
Led by Lucy Olsen’s 28 points and 10 rebounds, the Hawkeyes never looked back after taking an early 18-4 lead in the first quarter. Despite USC’s best efforts to get in rhythm, including a 27-point performance from Juju Watkins, they couldn’t overcome their 18 turnovers.
The Trojans struggled early, shooting just 35.4% from the field in the first half, while Iowa capitalized on their mistakes by getting out in transition and controlling the tempo. USC mounted a comeback in the second half, but Iowa held firm with…
