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2026 Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame Spotlight: Amy Herrig Tanny

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Why is being inducted into the University of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame meaningful to you?
It represents a chapter of my life that required tremendous dedication, discipline, and sacrifice. It reminds me that the relationships, lessons, and experiences I gained as a student-athlete at Iowa have stayed with me throughout my life.

Who were your mentors at Iowa, and what did you learn from them?
I was fortunate to have several mentors during my time at Iowa, especially my position coach, athletic trainer, and the upperclassmen. My position coach challenged me to become a better athlete and  taught me how to look at the game differently, and my athletic trainer's unwavering support helped me navigate both the physical and mental demands of being a student-athlete. Lastly, the upperclassmen took me under their wing and guided me through the transition from high school to college.

What achievement from your time as a Hawkeye makes you most proud?
While I had many to choose from, the most memorable was the last game of my senior year. I played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena and scored 42 points (a Carver-Hawkeye record) and made my first (and only) 3-pointer of my career and was carried off the court by my teammates.

What was the toughest stretch of your athletic career, and how did you work through it?
At the end of my freshman year I had a tibia/ fibula fracture that took me out from playing for six weeks. I had worked my way into a starting position and we were ranked fourth in the nation, so it was hard mentally to have to sit out. I was able to come back for the NCAA Tournament to play again and went to the Sweet 16.

Is there a particular moment in competition at Iowa that still stands out to you today?
Winning the Big Ten Conference and the Big Ten Tournament, as well, was amazing. Competing in the NCAA Tournament each year as well was a big honor and being able to

Beyond your sport, what’s a favorite memory from your time in Iowa City?
Getting to know my sixth-floor Slater Hall roommates who are still my friends today. Having the balance between being a normal student and student-athlete was important to me.

Where has life taken you since your days at Iowa, and what are you passionate about today?
I was lucky enough to play in the WNBA for four seasons while getting my MBA in the off season as well as playing overseas in Italy. I am now a vice president at Holmes Murphy, which is an insurance broker based out of Waukee, Iowa. My passion is supporting and following my three kids as they navigate their way through high school and into college while playing basketball as well.

How did being a Hawkeye student-athlete shape the person you became?
Being a student-athlete shaped me in countless ways and laid the foundation for the person I am today. It taught me that success doesn't happen overnight—it comes from hard work, dedication, discipline, and a willingness to keep showing up, even when things are difficult. I learned how to persevere through challenges, how to be accountable to a team, and how to be a leader. These traits stayed throughout my life, my career, and as a wife and mother.

Do you still have any treasured mementos or keepsakes from your Iowa days?
My senior year the team called me “Basketball Barbie” and I have a Barbie doll that looked a lot like me with my uniform and basketball.

Who do you share this honor with?
My family, including my husband, kids, and parents for always supporting me. They gave me the opportunity to stand in front of everyone today.

Hall of Fame Spotlights

Amy Herrig Tanny, Women’s Basketball (1995-99)
Associated Press honorable mention All-American (1999). First-team All-Big Ten selection (1999). Big Ten Freshman of the Year (1995). Averaged 18.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game as a senior, while shooting 50 percent (185-of-370) from the floor. Scored 1,319 career points and had 789 career rebounds. Ranked second in the Big Ten games in scoring as senior. Started every game of her Hawkeye career. Finished her career as all-time leading single game scorer at Carver-Hawkeye Arena with 42 points and 25 rebounds. Led the team to three Big Ten regular season titles and two Big Ten Tournament championships. Recipient of the Robert F. Ray Faculty Representative Award (1999). Selected to the Big Ten All-Star Tour in Sicily (1996). Three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection (1997, 1998, 1999). Won a Gold Medal as a member of the U.S. Pan American team (1999) and United States World University Games team (1997). Member of the National Olympics Festival team (1995) and U.S. Select Team (1996). Selected in fourth round of the 1999 WNBA Draft by the Sacramento Monarchs (No. 38 overall). Continued her career in the WNBA playing an additional three seasons for the Utah Starzz (Las Vegas Aces franchise).