This week on the Fight for Iowa podcast, Gary Dolphin shares observations from a recent Iowa Men’s Basketball practice under new head coach Ben McCollum. With an early emphasis on defense and team chemistry, the Hawkeyes are taking shape ahead of the 2025–26 season.

Dolphin catches up with senior guard Bennett Stirtz, last seasons Missouri Valley Player of the Year who’s already turning heads in Iowa City and recently earned an invite to the prestigious Chris Paul Elite Guard Camp.

Also featured is Cooper Koch, one of only two returning players from last season, who talks about his health, development, and the energy Coach McCollum brings to practice.

And Coach Ben McCollum himself shares insights on the team’s progress and what fans can expect as the season approaches.

It’s an early look at a new era of Hawkeye Hoops.

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This week on the Fight for Iowa podcast, Gary Dolphin sits down with former Hawkeye star Kenyon Murray to reflect on a legacy that spans two generations of Iowa basketball. With sons Keegan and Kris Murray now making their mark in the NBA, Kenyon and his wife Michelle are focused on giving back through a cutting-edge new sports complex and the Murray Foundation. Learn how their vision will support youth development, education, and access to sports for families across Iowa — and how the NBA is helping amplify their impact through scholarship matching. It’s a story of legacy, family, and purpose.

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She was an All-Big Ten standout, a pro softball veteran, and now she’s back in Black and Gold. New Iowa Softball Head Coach Stacy May Johnson joins the Fight for Iowa podcast to talk about returning to Iowa City, reshaping the Hawkeye roster, and building a winning culture. In just six weeks on the job, May Johnson has brought in seven freshmen, seven sophomores and juniors, and several key transfers—including Mountain West Pitcher of the Year Serayah Neiss.

A disciple of Hall of Fame coach Gail Blevins, May Johnson brings a championship mindset from her successful run at Fresno State and a clear vision for the future of Hawkeye Softball.

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