Iowa hosts Purdue and UCLA in a Friday double dual, looking to rebound after an 181-119 loss to No. 24 Minnesota. The Hawkeyes bring a mix of proven sprint talent, school-record relays and a diving squad strengthened by strong preseason results.

By the Numbers
  • Iowa is 5-17 all-time against Purdue; the teams first met in 1980.
  • UCLA beat Iowa 179-101 in their first meeting, a quad meet last season.
  • Iowa recorded five event wins against Minnesota, including two by Emilie Mosner.
  • The 2025-26 Hawkeyes finished 5-3 and placed third at the Hawkeye Invitational with 1,059 points.
Yes, But

Iowa’s recent loss highlights the challenge ahead, and it has yet to defeat either opponent in the series history provided. Still, the Hawkeyes showed individual-event strength against Minnesota, while divers and returning record holders offer reasons for optimism.

State of Play
  • The double dual is Friday at Iowa’s Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.
  • The meet will stream on the IowaSwimDive YouTube channel; live updates are available on X and MeetMobile.
  • Iowa’s 2026-27 roster includes 18 returners and eight newcomers.
What’s Next

Iowa will test its depth against two programs with winning records over the Hawkeyes in prior meetings. Fans can follow the meet online through the team’s stream, X updates or MeetMobile.

Bottom Line

The Hawkeyes have momentum to build from in their individual and diving performances, but Friday’s double dual is a chance to turn those strengths into a stronger team result.