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Podcast: Locked On Hawkeyes - Daily Podcast On Iowa Hawkeyes Football & Basketball
Episode: SLUMP BUSTER: Iowa Hawkeyes DEFEND Ben McCollum Era With Bennett Stirtz’s Monster Win Over Nebraska
Description: Iowa Hawkeyes snap losing streak with a gritty 57-52 win over Nebraska—Ben McCollum secures his first signature victory. Can the Hawkeyes leverage this defensive resurgence for an NCAA tournament push?Trent Condon spotlights Bennett Stirtz’s relentless defense and clutch shooting, Cooper Koch’s versatile impact, and Tavion Banks’ intensity on the boards. The episode unpacks Iowa’s statistical turnaround, including their remarkable free throw accuracy and dominance on the glass. Key topics include the implications for the Hawkeyes’ NCAA resume, Big Ten tournament positioning, and how defensive efficiency is becoming the team’s calling card. Packed arena e...