<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0MqjKD_0vktvm6000" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0MqjKD_0vktvm6000" width="1200" height="630" >The University of Iowa's seventh-ranked field hockey team is set to face Rutgers on September 27 and Villanova on September 29. The match against Rutgers is their first conference game at home, while Iowa is currently on a 5-game winning streak against them. Villanova, with a 5-3 season record, only recently faced a ranked opponent. Iowa boasts strong statistics, ranking second in the nation in shutouts per game and third in save percentage.<ul><li>Iowa is 11-3-1 all-time against Rutgers, winning the last five encounters.</li><li>Mia Magnotta ranks 3rd in the Big Ten in save percentage (.759) and saves per game (3.67).</li></ul>Yes, ButWhile Iowa's current form is promising, their competition, particularly Villanova and Rutgers, show resilience against ranked teams, challenging the notion of an easy win.State of Play<ul><li>Iowa has consistently ranked in the top 10 nationally for 86 consecutive polls as of this week.</li><li>The team has eight shutouts, including three against ranked opponents.</li></ul>Post these matches, up-and-coming games against Penn State and Maryland will further test Iowa's championship aspirations, indicating potential challenges ahead.Bottom LineIowa's field hockey team shows remarkable potential, but they must maintain focus and adaptability against stiff competition to solidify their season goals.</div></body>

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Iowa Field Hockey Faces Rutgers and Villanova in Upcoming Games

The University of Iowa's seventh-ranked field hockey team is set to face Rutgers on September 27 and Villanova on September 29. The match against Rutgers is their first conference game at home, while Iowa is currently on a 5-game winning streak against them. Villanova, with a 5-3 season record, only recently faced a ranked opponent. Iowa boasts strong statistics, ranking second in the nation in shutouts per game and third in save percentage.