After three decades, the head coach of Iowa, Lisa Bluder, has announced her retirement and handed over the reins to her long-serving associate head coach, Jan Jensen. This transition signifies a new era for Iowa women’s basketball, while upholding the same winning strategy. With a friendship of almost forty years, Jan Jensen is well-equipped to assume her new role as head coach of the Hawkeyes.
In recent years, the Iowa women’s basketball program has achieved unprecedented success, including consecutive appearances in the national title game and gaining recognition nationwide with standout player Caitlin Clark. As the team expands its recruitment efforts beyond its traditional Midwest base, Jan Jensen is committed to preserving the program’s winning formula while introducing her own vision for the future.
Despite the inevitable challenges that accompany a coaching transition, Jan Jensen is confident in her ability to lead the team. Supported by the current coaching staff and a solid foundation of achievements, she is prepared to build upon the program’s legacy and propel Iowa women’s basketball to new heights.
Looking ahead to the future, supporters and fans of Iowa can anticipate a seamless transition and a steadfast dedication to excellence. Jan Jensen’s leadership and unwavering commitment to the program are certain to usher in an exciting new era for Iowa women’s basketball.