NCAA Sends Parting Message to Bennett Stirtz After March Madness Loss
Summary
The Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team reached the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament but lost to Illinois with a score of 71-59. Iowa's star player Bennett Stirtz scored 24 points in the game, marking his last collegiate appearance as he now aims for a professional career. The NCAA recognized Stirtz's contributions by sending a farewell message, highlighting his impact in the tournament.Key Facts
- The Iowa Hawkeyes reached the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament.
- Iowa lost to Illinois with a final score of 71-59.
- Bennett Stirtz scored a team-high 24 points against Illinois.
- Stirtz averaged 19.7 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per game this season.
- This was head coach Ben McCollum's first season with Iowa.
- Stirtz and McCollum previously worked together at Northwest Missouri State.
- The NCAA sent a parting message to Stirtz as he plans to pursue a professional career.
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