Hawkeyes Wait for NCAA Fate, Projected 8-9 Seed

0:00On March 15th, the Iowa Hawkeyes saw their big-ton tournament run end, with a third-round loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes last week in Chicago. That defeat means they no longer control their own path to the NCAA tournament and must now wait for Selection Sunday to learn their seating as an ANN at large team. Bracketology experts currently project the Hawkeyes around a number-8 or number-9 seed nationally, with a number-10 spot also possible-based. On their solid resume, while not the top tier, this positions them for a tournament bid without needing a conference title. Fans and players alike are buzzing about what comes next, from the toughness of their potential bracket to concerns over the team's limited death for. A deep run. Coach Ben McCollum and the squad face questions on shaking off the recent setback. Stargard Bennett Sturts will need to lead the charge if Iowa hopes to advance far, and the group has shown resilience by rebounding from tough.

1:00Losses earlier this season, McCollum's experience should help refocus them mentally. As Selection Sunday approaches, all eyes stay on the Hawkeyes to see if they turn this moment into March Momentum.