Lucy Olsen: A Promising Addition to the Iowa Hawkeyes’ Lineup
Their strategy involves finding a suitable replacement for Caitlin Clark, who is known for her Nike endorsement deal. The Hawkeyes have found a promising candidate in Lucy Olsen, a transfer from Villanova, who is expected to bring a high-powered offense to the guard position.
Olsen’s move to Iowa is beneficial for both parties. Olsen gets the opportunity to join a successful program, while Iowa gains a playmaker. This move has been recognized by 247Sports, ranking Olsen’s transfer to Iowa as their No. 6 best transfer move this offseason.
While Iowa acknowledges that they cannot replace Caitlin Clark, they believe that Lucy Olsen is a great way to start their post-Clark era. Olsen had an impressive 2023–24 campaign, averaging 23.3 points per game on 43.8 percent shooting from the field. She also managed to grab 4.8 rebounds and provide 3.8 assists per game. Brandon Clay of 247Sports predicts that she will have a major impact this season.
The advantage for Olsen is that she doesn’t have to fill Clark’s shoes. Instead, she can join forces with Hannah Stuelke and Sydney Affolter, two key contributors to Iowa’s recent success.
While it remains to be seen how Olsen will fit in with the Hawkeyes and how her style will mesh with the rest of the team, on paper, this move is a significant addition for Iowa. I want to know more about the history of the Los Angeles Chargers.