How many former Iowa women's basketball players are on WNBA rosters?
With the WNBA's regular season starting up soon, here's a look at how many former Hawks are in the league.
After a long offseason break, which featured some very tenous negotiations, the WNBA's regular season is right around the corner. On Wednesday, the final roster cuts were made, leaving each team with its set roster for the season openers this weekend. For Iowa women's basketball fans, there will be plenty of different opportunities to watch some former Hawks in action.
In total, there are four different former Hawkeyes on WNBA rosters this season. Here's a look at each one and when to check out their 2026 season debut. Caitlin Clark: Indiana Fever 2026 season opener : Saturday, May 9, vs Dallas Wings at noon CST Clark is the most prominent and well-known former Hawk in the WNBA currently.
The 2024 Rookie of the Year was limited to just 13 games last season, but she looks healthy and poised for a monster bounce-back campaign. The Fever open their season on Saturday against the Wings , a game that can be seen on ABC. Megan Gustafson: Portland Fire 2026 season opener : Saturday, May 9, vs the Chicago Sky at 8 p.
m. CST The longest-tenured Hawkeye in the WNBA finds herself on one of the newest teams the league has to offer. The Fire are one of two new teams joining the WNBA this season, and they'll play their first regular-season game ever on Saturday night.