Iowa officially retired the jersey number 22 of former star Caitlin Clark on Sunday. The two-time national player-of-the-year is college basketball’s all-time leading scorer and led the Hawkeyes to back-to-back trips to the NCAA title game.

Clark finished her first season in the WNBA by being names rookie of the year and leading the Indiana Fever to the players for the first time since 2016.

While Clark and many of her teammates have moved on she feels the culture of the program remains the same.

Clark says the future of the program is bright.

Two teams looking to bounce back from shocking losses collide Monday night when third ranked Iowa State visits number 11 Kansas. The Cyclones had their 29-game home court win streak snapped with an 80-61 loss to Kansas State. The Cyclones dominated the Jayhawks 74-57 in the first meeting in mid-January.

That’s ISU coach T.J. Otzelberger who says the Cyclones need to compete better on the glass and execute better in the half court. The Cyclones had 18 turnovers in the loss to K-State.

Iowa State had only four bench points and Saturday and Otzelberger says they will need more help Monday night.

The Cyclones did not play in Allen Fieldhouse last season. Cyclone junior guard Tamin Lipsey.

Lipsey says the loss on Saturday will provided added motivation

The Cyclones are 7-3 in the Big 12 and 17-4 overall. Kansas is 6-4 in the leasgue race after an 81-70 loss at Baylor. It was a game the Jayhawks led by 19 points at halftime.

Hawkeye Ten Conference 

St. Albert – 53 vs Atlantic – 43

Harlan – 73 vs Creston – 36

Shenandoah – 66 vs Denison-Schleswig – 35

Lewis Central – 43 vs Kuemper Catholic – 34

Western Iowa Conference 

Riverside – 64 vs Logan-Magnolia – 27

Missouri Valley – 41 vs AHSTW – 39

Treynor – 60 vs IKM-Manning – 26 

Corner Conference 

Griswold – 53 vs Essex – 26

Fremont-Mills – 44 vs Sidney – 24

Stanton – 58 vs East Mills – 37

Rolling Valley Conference 

Boyer Valley – 48 vs Glidden-Ralston – 37

CAM – 52 vs Paton-Churdan – 27

Woodbine – 65 vs Ar-We-Va – 17

Pride of Iowa Conference 

Martensdale-St. Marys – 63 vs Nodaway Valley – 49

Southwest Valley – 40 vs Wayne – 37

Lenox – 65 vs East Union – 24

Mount Ayr – 70 vs Southeast Warren – 22

Hawkeye Ten Conference 

St. Albert – 86 vs Atlantic – 60

Creston – 48 vs Harlan – 46

Denison-Schleswig – 54 vs Shenandoah – 47

Kuemper Catholic – 80 vs Lewis Central – 56

Western Iowa Conference 

AHSTW – 72 vs Missouri Valley – 41

Audubon – 65 vs Tri-Center – 57

Logan-Magnolia – 54 vs Riverside – 47

Treynor – 65 vs IKM-Manning – 36 

Rolling Valley Conference 

Exira-EHK – 62 vs West Harrison – 32

CAM – 60 vs Paton-Churdan – 52

Glidden-Ralston – 54 vs Boyer Valley – 41

Woodbine – 100 vs Ar-We-Va – 72

Corner Conference 

Griswold – 68 vs Essex – 46

Sidney – 89 vs Fremont-Mills – 52

East Mills – 49 vs Stanton – 44

Pride of Iowa Conference 

Southwest Valley – 63 vs Wayne – 35

Martensdale-St. Marys – 53 vs Nodaway Valley – 25

Lenox – 68 vs East Union – 47

Southeast Warren – 61 vs Mount Ayr – 60

The Griswold Tigers girls basketball team kicked off the first game of a double-header against the Essex Trojans with a 53-26 victory. Defensively, the Tigers brought their A-game forcing numerous turnovers. Offensively, it was a team effort as nine Tigers found the scoresheet.  After getting out to an early lead, Griswold never trailed on the way to their sixth win of the season.

On a night dedicated to seniors, head coach Aaron Houser went with an all-senior starting lineup that did not disappoint. The Tigers started the game on a 5-0 run to take an early lead. Brenna Tye led the charge with two field goals in the opening quarter as all five senior starters chipped in. By the end of the first frame, Griswold had established a 10 point cushion. As Griswold continued to build their lead in the second quarter, it was the defense continued to shine. The Tigers allowed just two points in the first quarter and only four in the second. Throughout the game, Griswold’s high-pressure defense forced Essex into numerous turnovers, especially off of inbounds. By the end of the first half, Griswold was in full control of the game. Abby Gohlinhorst knocked down three field goals in the first half to help the Tigers to a 24-6 lead at the break.

The second half continued to see the Tigers distribute the ball. Four Tigers chipped in two field goals, including Abby Gohlinghorst, who finished the game with 10 points. Addison Adams also downed a pair of long balls to bring her total to 10. All in all, six Tigers finished the night with at least six points. Although the Trojans’ offense was more productive in the second half, Griswold kept their lead steady as they captured a solid 53-26 win. Head coach Aaron Houser was extremely proud of the seniors and the effort they put forth.

Regardless of who was on the floor, the Griswold defense locked down Essex and Houser credited the whole team.

Heading into the home stretch of the season, Houser said his team is continuing to improve and that he wants them to continue to compete as the postseason nears.

The Tigers will be back in action on Tuesday when they head on the road to face Sidney.

CLASS 1A REGIONAL AT CENTRAL DECATUR

1. Eddysville-Blakesburg-Freemont – 254.4

2. Creston – 123 points

6. Atlantic – 87 points

8. Martensdale-St. Marys – 78 points

Atlantic State Qualifiers: Cadence Kinzie (115), Leiah Thomas (155), Haley Armstrong (235)

Creston State qualifiers: Alainah Galanakis (120), Karlie Kruse (125), Evy Marlin (135), Grace Keeler (140)

CLASS 1A REGIONAL AT RED OAK 

1.  Logan-Magnolia/Woodbine – 201.5

2. SWAT – 173

3. Riverside – 171.5

4. Clarinda – 159.5

5. Missouri Valley – 132

6. Red Oak – 129

8. Treynor – 75

9. Carroll – 72

10. Audubon – 65

11. Kuemper Catholic – 42

13. Southwest Valley – 37

14. Harlan – 27

SWAT State Qualifiers: Jazz Christensen (100), Destiny Fry (120), Bailey Lillard (145), Ellen Gerlock (190)

Riverside State Qualifiers: Jersey Hilgenberg (100), Hailey Harvey (110), Veronica Schechinger (120), Molly Allen (125),

Audubon State Qualifiers: Jordan Mulford (105), Macy Rasmussen (115)

Harlan State Qualifiers: Ellexis Stephens (125)

Clarinda State Qualiers: Kambry Gordon (110), Kylar Downey  (135),

In game two of a senior night double-header, the Griswold Tigers boys basketball defeated the Essex Trojans 68-46 to complete a Friday night sweep. While the offense was efficient, the defense clogged lanes and caused turnovers throughout the game. Outside of outstanding individual effort, the Tigers shut down Essex en route to their third straight win.

Again, it was an all-senior starting line-up that got off to a hot start for Griswold. The offense was hot out of the as Griswold downed four three-pointers in the first quarter. In what was a team effort on offense overall, Zane Johnson led the Tigers in the early going, draining a pair of threes in the opening quarter while finishing the half with 12 points. Besides the offensive efficiency, the Griswold defense played an excellent first half. Playing a zone defense, the Tigers forced numerous turnovers by clogging the passing lanes and poking balls free. This helped fuel their solid offensive start and allowed them to use their speed in transition. Griswold even finished both quarters in stylish fashion. Although neither were buzzer beaters, the Tigers closed out each of the first two quarters by scoring with under a second. It was all around half for the Tigers as they went into the locker room with a commanding 40-17 lead.

The Tiger continued to press the pace, outscoring Essex 19-9 in the third quarter. Bode Wyman knocked down a pair of threes and 10 points in the frame that contributed to his team-leading 17 points and a 33 point lead. Although Wyman led the way in the half, Griswold’s game was still much more balanced than the Trojans’, and it was likely the difference in the game. 10 Tigers found their way onto the scoresheet by the end of the night, with four of them scoring over nine points. On the flip side, Essex’s Isiah Sholes put forth a phenomenal individual effort. Sholes accounted for 31 of the Trojans’ 46 points. He was especially active in the second half, knocking down six field goals while draining a pair of threes on back-to-back possessions. Although Sholes’ effort was able to trim the deficit, it would be nowhere near enough as Griswold closed out their third consecutive win. Head coach Ryan Lockwood was very proud of the effort the seniors gave not just tonight, but throughout the whole season.

He was also very pleased with his team’s rounded defensive effort.

With the postseason just weeks away, Lockwood wants to continue to see a high compete level from his group.

The win moves Griswold to 8-10 on the year. They will be back in action on Tuesday when they visit Sidney for a matchup with the Cowboys.

The Drake and UNI women collide in Missouri Valley Conference play in Des Moines Saturday. The recent history of this series has featured close games. The last five meetings have featured an overtime game and four others decided by an average of three points.

That’s Drake coach Allison Pohlman. The game will feature a pair of outstanding point guards. Drake’s Katie Dinnebier leads the Valley in scoring at 20.4 points per game while UNI’s Maya McDermott is second at 19.4 points per game.

The Bulldogs are 6-3 in the league race. UNI is 5-4 in the Valley after an 81-45 loss at Missouri State. Panther coach Tony Warren.

Warren says it is up to the Panthers to bounce back.

The Iowa Hawkeye women have a tough chore on Sunday when they host second ranked USC. It will be part of a day that will feature the retirement of the number 22 jersey of former star Caitlin Clark.

That’s Iowa coach Jan Jensen. Clark finished her career as college basketball’s all-time leading scorer and led the Hawkeyes to back-to-back trips to the national championship game.

The Hawkeyes are 14-7 overall and 4-6 in the Big Ten. USC is 19-1 overall and 9-0 in the Big Ten.

AT SHENANDOAH

Atlantic – 47 vs Shenandoah – 36 

Atlantic – 64 vs St. Albert – 18

Atlantic – 72 vs Southwest Iowa – 10 

St. Albert – 47 vs Shenandoah – 36 

St. Albert – 54 vs Southwest Iowa – 24 

Shenandoah – 60 vs Southwest Iowa – 18

Atlantic winners — Evan Sorensen (3), Keaton Schroeder (3), Collin Harris (3), Braxton Hass (3), Landon Hagen (3), Carter Hadley (3), Kalvin Hayes (3), Jayden Harter (3), Donovan Hedrington (2), D’artagnan Hansen, Dreven Smith (2), Travin Thomas, Callan Kluever 

St. Albert winners — Andrew Beckman (3), Andrew Tamayo (2), Cohen Hamilton, Aiden Gaul (2), Brody Estell (2), Bennett Johnsen (2), Brody Pellett (2), Joey Mazzella (2), Ryan McColloch, Sam Raymond, Cole Noon, Jayden Beckman, Micah Hutchinson

Shenandoah winners — Jayden Dickerson, (3) Landon Fuller (3), Cole Scamman (3), Lukus Major (2), Jacob McGargill (3), Stephen Perkins (2), Tyler Babe (2), Jaxsen Simmert, Davin Holste, Treyton Reefling, Hayden Dukes 

Southwest Iowa winners — Paxton Campbell, Landon Roof (2), Evan Lang, Nash Moreland (2), Tate Hanna, Blake Schaaf, Flynt Bell

AT LEWIS CENTRAL

Lewis Central – 57 vs Creston – 21

Lewis Central – 49 vs Harlan – 26 

Lewis Central – 46 vs Carroll – 26 

Creston – 49 vs Harlan – 30 

Winterset – 55 vs Creston – 17 

Harlan – 39 vs Underwood – 22 

Winterset – 63 vs Underwood – 8 

Carroll 60 vs Underwood – 23 

Harlan winners — Brody Bendorf (3), Nathan Sandquist (3), Jesse Jens (3), Jaden Stephens (2), Brody McKinley (2), Austin Spray, Coy Obrecht, Chayton Snethen, Spencer Fink

Creston winners — Weston Trapp (3), Brodrick Phelps (2), Ben James (2), Jackson Pettegrew (2), Gunner Martwick, Colt Key, Jayden Myers, Thomas Mikkelsen, Lane Travis (100th career win), Colby Brammer, Kylen Parsons

Lewis Central winners — Paxton Blanchard (3), Joseph Monge (3), Zander Manz (3), Weston Porter (3), Carter Schorsch (3), Mandius Volentine (3), Owen Duffek (2), Alex Graeve (2), Kolton Valentine (2), Derrick Gregory (2), Isaac Bates

Underwood winners — Lucas Bose (3), Ryan Fletcher (2), Dane DeVault (2), Sam Taylor, Charlie Myers

AT NODAWAY VALLEY 

Nodaway Valley – 47 vs Southeast Warren/Melcher-Dallas – 30

Nodaway Valley – 65 vs Southwest Valley – 17

Southeast Warren/Melcher-Dallas – 69 vs Southwest Valley – 12 

Nodaway Valley winners — Ashton Honnold (2), Trent Warner (2), Josh Nelson (2), Ty Strode (2), Keyin Steeve (2 — 100th career win), Jett Christensen (2), Eli Harris (2), Matthew Nelson (2), Caleb Christensen (2), Kasen Hansen, Couper Mitchell 

Southwest Valley winners — Ian Forsythe (2), Brody Sparks, Cameron Becker, Degan Farwell 

Coon Rapids-Bayard – 44 vs BGM – 24

Coon Rapids-Bayard – 43 vs Baxter – 5

Coon Rapids-Bayard – 42 vs HLV Victor – 18 

Coon Rapids Bayard winners — Ezra Cortez (3), Caden Cook (3), Ethan Bauer (3), Treynor Cose (3), Jacob Meshek (2), Tyler Mohr (3), Braydon Reineke (2), Johnny Cortez (2), Owen Reineke