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The University of Iowa women’s basketball team secured a hard-fought victory over Rhode Island, 69-62, on Thanksgiving Day, advancing to 7-0 on the season. The game featured three Hawkeyes scoring in double digits, with Addi O’Grady leading the way with 18 points. The first quarter saw Iowa take an early lead, but Rhode Island fought back in the second quarter to take a narrow lead into halftime. In a back-and-forth third quarter, the game remained tied at 49 going into the final period. Iowa then went on a 12-0 run in the fourth quarter, pulling away from Rhode Island and securing the win.
With this victory, coach Jan Jensen becomes the second coach in program history to start 7-0. The Hawkeyes are set to battle BYU in the Cancun Challenge on Friday. Fans can follow Iowa women’s basketball on social media for updates throughout the season. The team’s success in this game showcases their resilience and determination to continue their winning streak.
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