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Iowa State Falls Out of Top 25; UConn Enters

1/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Iowa State University women's basketball has dropped out of the Associated Press Top 25 after five straight losses.
The Cyclones started 14-0 and are now 14-5 overall with a 2-5 Big 12 record.
The University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn) enter the Top 10 for the first time in two years after a six-game win streak, with South Carolina Gamecocks and UCLA Bruins next.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, the NCAA introduced a formal ranking system for women's basketball, significantly boosting the sport's visibility. That year, the University of Connecticut Huskies claimed their first national championship, marking a pivotal moment in women's college basketball. The recent fluctuations in rankings, such as Iowa State University's drop from the Top 25, reflect the ongoing competitive landscape established since then.

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Story summary

Iowa State University women's basketball has dropped out of the Associated Press Top 25 after five straight losses.
The Cyclones started 14-0 and are now 14-5 overall with a 2-5 Big 12 record.
The University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn) enter the Top 10 for the first time in two years after a six-game win streak, with South Carolina Gamecocks and UCLA Bruins next.

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