**Caitlin Clark Breaks Records, Leads Iowa to Victory** Iowa Hawkeyes basketball star Caitlin Clark has made history by becoming the first Iowa women's basketball player to be named First Team All-Big Ten in four years. She also earned the prestigious Big Ten Tournament MVP award. The 22-year-old Clark has continued to shatter records throughout the season. In a recent game against UConn, she scored 20 points in the second half, leading Iowa to a 60-57 victory with just 7½ minutes remaining. Clark's impressive performance extends her record-breaking season. She recently became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer in basketball, surpassing both male and female players. "Caitlin Clark is an exceptional athlete who represents Iowa Hawkeyes basketball with pride," said head coach Lisa Bluder. "Her dedication, skill, and determination have had an immeasurable impact on our program." Clark's journey began in West Des Moines, Iowa, where she attended Dowling Catholic High School. She committed to the University of Iowa in 2019 and has quickly become one of the most decorated players in college basketball history. With her ongoing success, Clark continues to inspire countless young athletes and fans across the country. Her name will forever be etched in the annals of Iowa Hawkeyes basketball history and beyond.
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**Caitlin Clark Breaks Records, Leads Iowa to Victory** Iowa Hawkeyes basketball star Caitlin Clark has made history by becoming the first Iowa women's basketball player to be named First Team All-Big Ten in four years. She also earned the prestigious Big Ten Tournament MVP award. The 22-year-old Clark has continued to shatter records throughout the season. In a recent game against UConn, she scored 20 points in the second half, leading Iowa to a 60-57 victory with just 7½ minutes remaining. Clark's impressive performance extends her record-breaking season. She recently became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer in basketball, surpassing both male and female players. "Caitlin Clark is an exceptional athlete who represents Iowa Hawkeyes basketball with pride," said head coach Lisa Bluder. "Her dedication, skill, and determination have had an immeasurable impact on our program." Clark's journey began in West Des Moines, Iowa, where she attended Dowling Catholic High School. She committed to the University of Iowa in 2019 and has quickly become one of the most decorated players in college basketball history. With her ongoing success, Clark continues to inspire countless young athletes and fans across the country. Her name will forever be etched in the annals of Iowa Hawkeyes basketball history and beyond.
**Hawkeyes to Host Kansas State in NIT First Round** Iowa City, Iowa - The Iowa Hawkeyes will host Kansas State in the first round of the National Invitation Tournament (NIT) on Tuesday, March 19th, at 8:00 p.m. Tickets for the game are now on sale through the UI Athletics Ticket Office located at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes earned an NIT bid after finishing the regular season with a 19-13 record. They lost to Indiana in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals. Kansas State finished the season with a 17-14 record and lost to TCU in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals. The winner of the Iowa-Kansas State game will advance to the second round of the NIT, which will be played on March 21st. For more information on tickets and game schedules, visit the official website of the Iowa Hawkeyes.
**Fran McCaffrey's Salary Soars to Top 10 in Big Ten** University of Iowa men's basketball coach Fran McCaffrey has signed a new contract that significantly increases his compensation. McCaffrey's total pay now ranks ninth among head coaches in the Big Ten Conference. The new contract, which runs through the 2029 season, will pay McCaffrey a base salary of $5.1 million per year. This is a substantial increase from his previous contract, which paid him $838,506 annually. McCaffrey's salary increase is a reflection of his success at Iowa. Since taking over the program in 2010, McCaffrey has led the Hawkeyes to five NCAA Tournament appearances, including two Sweet Sixteen runs. McCaffrey's new salary puts him among the highest-paid coaches in the Big Ten. Only Michigan State's Tom Izzo ($7.5 million), Purdue's Matt Painter ($7.0 million), Wisconsin's Greg Gard ($6.0 million), and Indiana's Mike Woodson ($5.5 million) make more than McCaffrey. The Iowa athletic department has not released the full details of McCaffrey's contract. However, it is believed to include performance bonuses and incentives based on NCAA Tournament success. McCaffrey's new contract is a sign of confidence from the Iowa athletic department in his ability to lead the men's basketball program to continued success. The Hawkeyes are expected to compete for a Big Ten title and make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament under McCaffrey's leadership.
**Hawkeyes Advance in NIT with Victory** The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated No. 15 seed Brown 92-88 in the first round of the NIT on Wednesday night. Kris Murray led the way for Iowa with 26 points, followed by Filip Rebraca's 23 points and Connor McCaffery's 18 points. The Hawkeyes will now face the winner of No. 3 seed UConn, who will play their first-round game later on Wednesday. The game will be televised on ESPN shortly after the conclusion of the UConn-Brown matchup. Iowa's full 2023-24 NIT schedule, including game times and TV listings, can be found on ESPN.
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