The Iowa Hawkeyes (13-7, 3-6 Big Ten) will welcome the Northwestern Wildcats (7-11, 0-7 Big Ten) to Carver-Hawkeye Arena on January 28, looking to keep their momentum alive in Big Ten action.
Breaks within conference play are rare but crucial, often providing teams with the opportunity to recharge and refocus. For the Hawkeyes, their recent time off came at just the right moment to spark a potential push up the standings.
After halting a tough five-game skid with a commanding win over Washington last Wednesday, Iowa now has one final opportunity to build some steam heading into a critical stretch of the season.
The Wildcats, meanwhile, arrive in Iowa City on a six-game losing streak and are still searching for their first conference victory of the year.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Iowa vs Northwestern NCAAW game, plus plenty more.
Iowa vs Northwestern: Date and tip-off time
The Hawkeyes and Wildcats will tip off in a highly anticipated NCAA Women's game on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.
| Date | Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Carver-Hawkeye Arena |
| Location | Iowa City, Iowa |
How to watch Iowa vs Northwestern on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Hawkeyes and the Wildcats on:
- TV Channel: Big Ten Network
- Streaming service: Fubo
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How to listen to Iowa vs Northwestern play-by-play commentary on radio
Fans wanting to listen to the action live can do so via SiriusXM.
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Iowa Hawkeyes team news & key performers
Aside from Lucy Olsen's unfortunate knee injury, which ruled her out of the Cancun Challenge, Hannah Stuelke's concussion marks Iowa’s first major in-season setback.
Olsen has been a standout for the Hawkeyes, putting up 15.8 points per game while grabbing 3.4 rebounds. Meanwhile, O’Grady has stepped up recently, averaging 11.0 points and 4.1 rebounds over her last 10 appearances.
Northwestern Wildcats team news & key performers
On the Wildcats' side, Caileigh Walsh has been a consistent contributor, averaging 11.2 points per game. Casey Harter, meanwhile, has found her rhythm from beyond the arc, sinking 1.2 three-pointers per game over the last 10 matchups.