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Jan Jensen speaks to media personnel after being named the new Iowa women’s basketball head coach

Jan Jensen to Put Own Stamp on Iowa Basketball

The biggest move in Jan Jensen’s coaching career could have been miles away from her home. Instead, it’s 20 feet or so down the hallway at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

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Jan Jensen speaks to media personnel after being named the new Iowa women’s basketball head coach
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Jan Jensen to Put Own Stamp on Iowa Basketball

The biggest move in Jan Jensen’s coaching career could have been miles away from her home. Instead, it’s 20 feet or so down the hallway at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

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