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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa wide receiver Xavier Nwankpa celebrates after completing a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Nwankpa had eight total tackles.

Iowa football safety Xavier Nwankpa reflects on sophomore season, one of growth amidst difficulty

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 31, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. – Almost one year ago Monday, Iowa safety Xavier Nwankpa had himself a game to remember. Starting in his first-ever college football contest during Iowa’s Music City Bowl matchup...

The Hawkeye Marching Band performs during a pep rally ahead of the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl with Iowa and Tennessee fans at Pointe Orlando in Florida on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. Both the Hawkeyes and Volunteers hosted spirit squads, marching bands, mascots, and more during the two hours of cheering and sunshine.

Photos: 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl Iowa and Tennessee pep rallies

Ayrton Breckenridge and Grace Smith December 31, 2023

Thousands of fans gathered at Pointe Orlando in Florida for a pep rally ahead of the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on Sunday. Both the Hawkeyes and Volunteers hosted spirit squads, marching bands, mascots,...

Iowa’s 197-pound Zach Glazier wrestles Columbia’s Jack Wehmeyer at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestling secures eight individual champions, team title at Soldier Salute

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter December 31, 2023

Eight Hawkeyes claimed individual titles at the second annual Soldier Salute at Xtream Arena over the weekend. Iowa tallied 251.50 total points to win the team title. Coming into the tournament,...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark laughs while receiving the AP Player of the Year award during a 2023 NCAA Final Four press conferences and open practices at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas on Thursday, March 30, 2023.

Photos: 2023 – Year in Photos

DI Visuals Staff December 31, 2023

The Daily Iowan reflects on the year 2023 with powerful photos and stories. These frames range from the moments that divide us and unite us in news, politics, sports, and everyday life. The images...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz answers a question during a press conference with head coaches at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. The teams match up at Camping World Stadium on Monday, Jan. 1, at noon CT. "My only request for our players, particularly the last ten days was if you have not made a decision,
compartmentalize that stuff," Ferentz said.

‘We’re in worse shape’: Kirk Ferentz criticizes current state of college football ahead of Cheez-It Citrus Bowl matchup against Tennessee.

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 31, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. — The No. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes and No. 21 Tennesee Volunteers football teams face off in less than 24 hours in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, and while both program's head coaches have their...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz listens to a question during a press conference with head coaches at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. The teams match up at Camping World Stadium on Monday, Jan. 1, at noon CT. "I guess that is my
biggest complaint and there is not a transparency when you talk about NIL, a lot of embellishment, a lot of stuff going on out there," Ferentz said.

Photos: 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl head coaches press conference

Grace Smith and Ayrton Breckenridge December 31, 2023

A press conference for the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl was held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando on Sunday. Iowa and Tennessee head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Josh Heupel met with members of the media ahead...

Iowa defensive back Koen Entringer speaks with members of the media after an Iowa football practice at Celebration High School in Celebration, Fla., on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. Iowa plays Tennessee in the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium on Monday, Jan. 1, at noon CT.

Iowa defensive back Koen Entringer relies on viral clip as fuel for upcoming Citrus Bowl matchup

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 30, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. — In football, there's rarely a time when a player receives praise on a play where they missed a tackle.  But after Iowa defensive back Koen Entringer whiffed on his initial attempt...

Iowa’s 130-pound Emily Frost grapples with Presbyterian’s 130-pound Cassia Zammit during the Trailblazer Duals between No. 3 Iowa, No. 6 Sacred Heart, No. 13 Presbyterian, and No. 11 Lindenwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. Iowa women’s wrestling made history on Sunday, hosting the first women’s wrestling dual in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated Presbyterian, 44-1, Lindenwood, 43-0, and Sacred Heart, 40-4.

Iowa women’s wrestling team rolls through Soldier Salute

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter December 30, 2023

After an extended break for the holidays, the Iowa women’s wrestling squad returned to action in the Soldier Salute on Dec. 29-30. The Hawkeyes didn’t have to travel very far, as the 11-team event...

Iowa fans wait for players to take the court before a women’s basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 94,71.

Photos: No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball vs. Minnesota

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor December 30, 2023

The No. 4 Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Minnesota, 94-71, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena during Alumni Day on Saturday, improving their record to 13-1. 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Nikki Hayley greeted...