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Four former Iowa women's basketball players are on WNBA rosters this season. Fans can look forward to watching them in action during the upcoming season openers.
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.
Apr 30, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) shoots the ball in the second half against the Dallas Wings at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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.
The four former Iowa women's basketball players on WNBA rosters this season include Caitlin Clark and others.
The WNBA regular season starts this weekend, with former Iowa players making their season debuts.
There are currently four players from Iowa on WNBA rosters.
Former Iowa women's basketball players are on various WNBA teams, including the Indiana Fever.
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Oct 8, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Aces center Megan Gustafson (17) against the Phoenix Mercury during game three of the 2025 WNBA Finals at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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. Fans can watch Gustafson and Portland on NBA TV.
Aug 19, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Kate Martin (20) celebrates a three point basket against the Phoenix Mercury in the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images
2026 season opener: Friday, May 8, vs the Seattle Storm at 9 p.m. CST
Martin has found a home in Golden State after spending her rookie season in Las Vegas. She's been a very productive role player who can start or come off the bench effectively, and will look to continue that in 2026. She and the Valkries' season opener can be seen on ION.
Jun 28, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Washington Mystics guard Lucy Olsen (33) during the game between the Dallas Wings and the Washington Mystics at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
2026 season opener: Friday, May 8, vs the Toronto Tempo at 6:30 p.m. CST
Olsen got great news on Wednesday when she found out she made the Mystics' regular-season roster. Olsen had a very successful offseason in Australia, where she played professionally to hone her craft. Fans can check out her improvement when the Mystics visit the Tempo on Friday, a game that can be seen on ION.
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