Iowa Women’s Basketball 2023-24 Snapshot Profile: Kate Martin

Back for one final ride, graduate student Kate Martin is one of the foundational pieces of what Iowa hopes is a championship run.

It says a lot about the culture that coach Lisa Bluder has built here at Iowa that so many of her players are willing to come back and play for one final season. Seriously folks, as a semi-recent college grad, school stinks.

It’s tough for a college athlete to balance all of your school responsibilities alongside the rigorous schedule of a collegiate athlete.

Kate Martin did not have to come back for a sixth season in Iowa City. She was a three-year starter, accomplishing more than so much of the population in America. Yet, we are all glad that she’s back to help Iowa make another run at the championship.

For Martin, the stats don’t truly tell the entire story. She plays one of the most vital roles for the team, really being tasked with doing a bit of everything for the Hawkeyes. She’s known as the glue of the squad for a reason. She can shoot, rebound when needed, and keep the ball moving. She’s a player every coach loves to have. For one last time as a Hawkeye, here’s a look at Kate Martin.