Rather be saved by criticism than ruined by praise. This group needs to keep working and keep that chip. Ranking don't matter this early, let them earn it.
I don’t think it’s that Iowa is being “disrespected”, they are just such a great “unknown entity” at this point. With the combined losses of their long-time head coach, LB, the best women’s bb player of all time, CC, and tourney tested starters KM, GM, and MD, plus the addition of many new faces…they just need to prove themselves. It’s really that simple. If they continue growing and learning how to play at a high level with all of these new pieces to the puzzle, the rankings will follow. Once Big-10 play begins, the real story will unfold as to how good this team really is. So…don’t panic..just STAY TUNED!!
Lucy and Hannah are both listed on the preseason watch lists for the Naismith and Wooden awards. I don't think they're on them when the later lists come out, but still, a team with 2 of the top 50 players in the country is probably deserving of a top 25 ranking
Nice. I gave you some flack last year for underestimating Iowa, but I think you've got them about right this year. Top 25, probably in the 24-25 range. They've got a nice mix of a core group of upperclassmen: Stuelke, Olsen, Affolter, Feuerbach, McCabe, and O'Grady, and then a group of 4 top 100 freshmen that look like they'll have some potential once they develop over the course of the whole season. I'd love to see them finish top 16 so they can host the first two games of the tournament again, but that might be a bit of a stretch. There are a number of really solid teams in the Big Ten this year
I don’t mind Iowa being the first one out as I think it puts them in a fair position. However, I don’t think teams like Oregon, Nebraska, and Alabama should be any higher if at the same level as Iowa at all. I also think TCU should be in there too.
Iowa's underclassman from last year definitely have a lot of talent and some of the most experience. Adding Olsen to that, can supercharge it to the point where they can still be a top team throughout the year (not a title contender, but an easy Sweet 16 caliber team). I think a lot of the omission has to obviously do with no CC or K-Mart, but I think the bigger factor is Jan Jensen being the new HC is making people want Iowa to "prove it" longer than other teams might.
I don’t mind if they’re not top 25 yet, they have an improved defense, out rebounded VT 46-29, unselfish play with 15-6 assists, they will be ranked before conference play.
They’re definitely being disrespected. They played in a title game last season and it’s crazy that they’re not even ranked in the Top 25. I would be pissed if I was an Iowa Fan
If they are being disrespected so are 40 other teams. Marketing shouldn't have anything to do with rank. I do think that are good enough to crack the top 25 eventually but they got to beat the tough teams. I also think they was overshadowed by Clark last year, they was a lot better than what the got credit for. The narrative of Clark did it alone has to wear out before they are respected properly. Not saying they are being disrespected by not being in the top 25 today but maybe they will be overlooked until they beat somebody everybody know is good. Iowa St game going to be a hood one.
That's my point I'm a Hawkeye fan but everyone trying to act like this is equal to beating the Virginia Tech team that had Georgia Amoore and Liz Kitley 😂😂
Absolutely not being disrespected. They lost three starters to graduation and have six freshmen on the team. Their starting center, a senior, has played very little in her first three years but Addison will be a force this year. They stand a good chance of being ranked if they continue to win. I think they are a good team with a great coach and far better defensively than last year's squad. They also will be a much better rebounding team.
I don't care that they r not ranked they r were they were two years ago learning how 2 play as a TEAM. They will go as far as the freshman will get them that is what 22 had to learn and then the nation. Team
It looks like they are the top vote getter after the top 25, so 26th. That's about right. VA Tech is just not that good this year. Let Iowa get a couple more wins, and they will be a Top 25, maybe even a Top 20 team. Lucy Olsen reminds me of Paige Bueckers, in that they both play under control, have great body control, and almost look like they are playing in slow motion. Iowa always does great player development, so look for this team to get better.
I think they need to earn a ranking. They didn’t shoot well against VT. Hannah need to shoot mid range shots, not take everything to the basket every time. She’s playing a new position so it may take time for her to find her game. Tegen didn’t show much last game. I think they will ultimately be ranked but they need to earn it
I'm sorry I love Iowa but they're acting we beat the Virginia Tech team that had Georgia Amoore and Liz Kitley. Like I'm a Hawkeye fan but I just don't see how beating a team full of basically Freshmen and Sophomores in a 2nd game with a new coach is all that impressive people can get mad at me if they want 🤷🤷
Disrespected ?? Give me a break I'm an Iowa fan but come on all we've beaten is Northern Illinois and A Virginia Tech that's legit in a rebuild mode with that being their 2nd game with a new Coach. And yes I know we got a New Coach but our New Coach has been in the same system for years and the majority of the main players other than Lucy Olsen are hella familiar with her . I'm sorry I just don't see the win over Virginia Tech as impressive as people are trying to make it out to be 🤷🤷
You're also aware Virginia Tech just came off a 99 point win, while shooting 62%? They would score 47 less points, and shoot 35% against Iowa. Maybe none of us need to talk about rankings, but you seem to be trying to bash the team you're a fan of. O'Grady shooting 9-9 deserves a mention as well.
@@leoncarlson4537 umm no I'm just stating facts I'm not saying you but a lot of people are pretty much acting like this this was the same as beating last years Hokies with Liz Kitley and Georgia Amoore 😂😂
Rather be saved by criticism than ruined by praise. This group needs to keep working and keep that chip. Ranking don't matter this early, let them earn it.
I don’t think it’s that Iowa is being “disrespected”, they are just such a great “unknown entity” at this point. With the combined losses of their long-time head coach, LB, the best women’s bb player of all time, CC, and tourney tested starters KM, GM, and MD, plus the addition of many new faces…they just need to prove themselves. It’s really that simple. If they continue growing and learning how to play at a high level with all of these new pieces to the puzzle, the rankings will follow. Once Big-10 play begins, the real story will unfold as to how good this team really is. So…don’t panic..just STAY TUNED!!
Lucy and Hannah are both listed on the preseason watch lists for the Naismith and Wooden awards. I don't think they're on them when the later lists come out, but still, a team with 2 of the top 50 players in the country is probably deserving of a top 25 ranking
Aw stop no they are not on that list
Nice. I gave you some flack last year for underestimating Iowa, but I think you've got them about right this year. Top 25, probably in the 24-25 range.
They've got a nice mix of a core group of upperclassmen: Stuelke, Olsen, Affolter, Feuerbach, McCabe, and O'Grady, and then a group of 4 top 100 freshmen that look like they'll have some potential once they develop over the course of the whole season. I'd love to see them finish top 16 so they can host the first two games of the tournament again, but that might be a bit of a stretch. There are a number of really solid teams in the Big Ten this year
I admittedly underestimated Iowa. I learned my lesson lol
I don’t mind Iowa being the first one out as I think it puts them in a fair position. However, I don’t think teams like Oregon, Nebraska, and Alabama should be any higher if at the same level as Iowa at all. I also think TCU should be in there too.
Iowa's underclassman from last year definitely have a lot of talent and some of the most experience. Adding Olsen to that, can supercharge it to the point where they can still be a top team throughout the year (not a title contender, but an easy Sweet 16 caliber team).
I think a lot of the omission has to obviously do with no CC or K-Mart, but I think the bigger factor is Jan Jensen being the new HC is making people want Iowa to "prove it" longer than other teams might.
I genuinely didn't know Iowa was unranked in the Women's AP Poll until I watched the VT game; They definitely be in the Top 25 for sure
It was strange for sure…
I don’t mind if they’re not top 25 yet, they have an improved defense, out rebounded VT 46-29, unselfish play with 15-6 assists, they will be ranked before conference play.
Of course they will be dismissed, but that’s a great plus for the ladies
They’re definitely being disrespected. They played in a title game last season and it’s crazy that they’re not even ranked in the Top 25. I would be pissed if I was an Iowa Fan
You've absolutely right.
Thanks for watching!
Rather amazed at the umber of 'cupcake' games by the top teams this year.
They deserve to be in the top 25
The Top 25 CWB Poll needs Iowa a lot more than Iowa needs them, at least at this point in the season.
They played in the NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME! That's an automatic ranking the following season for most teams.
Most teams don’t lose Caitlin Clark
Yes they are! Soon, the Hawks will be in the top 20.
If they are being disrespected so are 40 other teams. Marketing shouldn't have anything to do with rank. I do think that are good enough to crack the top 25 eventually but they got to beat the tough teams. I also think they was overshadowed by Clark last year, they was a lot better than what the got credit for. The narrative of Clark did it alone has to wear out before they are respected properly. Not saying they are being disrespected by not being in the top 25 today but maybe they will be overlooked until they beat somebody everybody know is good. Iowa St game going to be a hood one.
That's my point I'm a Hawkeye fan but everyone trying to act like this is equal to beating the Virginia Tech team that had Georgia Amoore and Liz Kitley 😂😂
Man they play them Iowa girls crazy they should definitely be ranked even without Caitlin clark Lucy Olsen been balling out
Absolutely not being disrespected. They lost three starters to graduation and have six freshmen on the team. Their starting center, a senior, has played very little in her first three years but Addison will be a force this year. They stand a good chance of being ranked if they continue to win. I think they are a good team with a great coach and far better defensively than last year's squad. They also will be a much better rebounding team.
they are selling out because of the team and fan base wouldn't matter if they are never ranked all year the fans will still come to watch them play
That is a joke. They should've been ranked in The Preseason Polls. Stulke and Olsen are All-Conference talents
They should be in the top 25 about 17 to 13!!!
Yep...they win next game by alot they better tank them..but this early it doesnt matter too much.. Just keep winning
I would have had them ranked in Indiana spot on initial top 25
I don't care that they r not ranked they r were they were two years ago learning how 2 play as a TEAM. They will go as far as the freshman will get them that is what 22 had to learn and then the nation. Team
It looks like they are the top vote getter after the top 25, so 26th. That's about right. VA Tech is just not that good this year. Let Iowa get a couple more wins, and they will be a Top 25, maybe even a Top 20 team. Lucy Olsen reminds me of Paige Bueckers, in that they both play under control, have great body control, and almost look like they are playing in slow motion. Iowa always does great player development, so look for this team to get better.
I think they need to earn a ranking. They didn’t shoot well against VT. Hannah need to shoot mid range shots, not take everything to the basket every time. She’s playing a new position so it may take time for her to find her game. Tegen didn’t show much last game. I think they will ultimately be ranked but they need to earn it
I'm sorry I love Iowa but they're acting we beat the Virginia Tech team that had Georgia Amoore and Liz Kitley. Like I'm a Hawkeye fan but I just don't see how beating a team full of basically Freshmen and Sophomores in a 2nd game with a new coach is all that impressive people can get mad at me if they want 🤷🤷
Ratings at this point means nothing.
Well said!
Thank you!
Iowa is a fun team to watch even without cc.
ZZZZZZ without Clark.
Yes they are being disrespected guessing they won’t be ranked unless they beat Tennessee
Iowa should be ranked
Iowa is okay. There are other unranked teams that I prefer.
Disrespected ?? Give me a break I'm an Iowa fan but come on all we've beaten is Northern Illinois and A Virginia Tech that's legit in a rebuild mode with that being their 2nd game with a new Coach. And yes I know we got a New Coach but our New Coach has been in the same system for years and the majority of the main players other than Lucy Olsen are hella familiar with her . I'm sorry I just don't see the win over Virginia Tech as impressive as people are trying to make it out to be 🤷🤷
That's reysist
You're also aware Virginia Tech just came off a 99 point win, while shooting 62%? They would score 47 less points, and shoot 35% against Iowa. Maybe none of us need to talk about rankings, but you seem to be trying to bash the team you're a fan of. O'Grady shooting 9-9 deserves a mention as well.
@@leoncarlson4537 umm no I'm just stating facts I'm not saying you but a lot of people are pretty much acting like this this was the same as beating last years Hokies with Liz Kitley and Georgia Amoore 😂😂
We don't need to be rank lady keep your hears up play IOWA BASKETBALL & will be just fine
Go Hawks.
Virginia tech is predicted to finish at the bottom of the ACC Iowa is good but not a top 25 maybe top 35-40
There a awful three point shooting team it will show up when playing a good team.
They wasn’t good when Clark was there and they ain’t 💩 now!!!
Get a clue. Bad teams don't make it to the finals twice.
If iowa wanted some respect..but was scared to play SC in Charlotte,NC instead wanted to play VA tech lmao 😂
Nah, they are not that good, there are over 30 teams better than them, lucy and stuelke are ok, not great