On Friday, Iowa women's basketball announced the hire of LaSondra Barrett as the newest member of head coach Jan Jensen's staff, replacing Raina Harmon after she departed for the head coaching job at Florida Gulf Coast.

In Three Thoughts, we break down what it means for Iowa to hire a former standout player, an experienced recruiter, and a connection to the south.

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