Former Iowa Hawkeyes coaches, Lisa Bluder and Jan Jensen, recently witnessed a fierce battle on the court, not from the sidelines, but from the stands. Their former players, Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever), Kate Martin (Las Vegas Aces), and Megan Gustafson (Las Vegas Aces) all suited up for their respective WNBA teams, creating a mini Hawkeyes reunion.

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The Las Vegas Aces dominated the Indiana Fever in a 99-80 blowout, with the bench seeing significant playing time in the final quarter due to the comfortable lead. Despite the lopsided score, the game offered a unique opportunity for Bluder and Jensen to see their former players compete at the highest level.

Clark, the Indiana rookie, displayed her well-rounded skillset with 8 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 assists. However, she also struggled with turnovers, committing 6 in 29 minutes of play.

Martin, a veteran presence for the Aces, contributed 12 points, 7 rebounds, and a block in a solid 22-minute performance. Gustafson, on the other hand, saw limited action with 1 rebound and 3 fouls in just 8 minutes on the court.

This reunion on the court serves as a testament to the talent pipeline Bluder helped build during her tenure at Iowa. All three players were instrumental in the Hawkeyes’ success, and they continue to thrive in the professional ranks.

Here’s a breakdown of the former Hawkeyes’ performances:

Caitlin Clark (Indiana): 8 PTS, 5 REB, 7 AST, 6 TO in 29 MIN
Kate Martin (Las Vegas): 12 PTS, 7 REB, 1 AST, 1 BLK in 22 MIN
Megan Gustafson (Las Vegas): 1 REB, 3 F in 8 MIN

While the win went to the Aces, the true story lies in the reunion of these former Hawkeyes and the pride their coaches must feel in seeing their students excel at the professional level.