After a brief stumble, the Iowa Hawkeyes seem to have found their footing again. Following a tough three-game losing streak, which started after losing starter Taylor McCabe for the season against Ohio State, Iowa struggled on both ends of the court. Unranked USC and Minnesota caught them off guard, and UCLA delivered a decisive blow.
However, the Hawkeyes have bounced back, thanks in large part to the impressive performances of center Ava Heiden and new starter Taylor Stremlow. Their resurgence couldn't come at a better time, with a chance to secure another Quad 1 win this weekend and impress a top recruit in the 2027 class.
Nation Williams, a standout prospect, is set to make an official visit to Iowa City as the Hawkeyes take on No. 6 Michigan. Williams, a five-star talent, brings an impressive resume that includes a Gold Medal and a Nevada Gatorade Player of the Year award.
Ranked by 247Sports as Nevada's No. 1 overall prospect and the top power forward in the 2027 class, Williams is also considered the No. 10 overall prospect nationally. Rivals echoes this high praise, listing her as Nevada's No. 1 prospect and the No. 3 power forward, ranking her 13th overall in the class.
Williams could potentially follow in the footsteps of McKenna Woliczko, another five-star recruit who committed to Iowa in the 2026 class. The game against Michigan will also see several other prospects in attendance, making it a pivotal moment for the Hawkeyes' recruiting efforts.