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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Rutgers quarterback Evan Simon lunges away from Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins to avoid a safety during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J., on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 27-10. Higgins had five total tackles.

Live updates | No. 22 Iowa football returns to Kinnick Stadium, hosts Rutgers

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 11, 2023

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The No. 22 Iowa football team is back in action at Kinnick Stadium to host Rutgers with kickoff set for 2:40 p.m. The Hawkeyes, now 7-2 overall, are coming off of a 10-7 win...

Iowa midfielder Josie Durr goes for a header during a women's soccer game between Iowa and Rutgers at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Iowa women’s soccer beats Bucknell, 2-0, in overtime thriller of NCAA Tournament first round

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 10, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team hosted its first NCAA Tournament match on Friday night at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City, Iowa — defeating Bucknell, 2-0, in an overtime thriller of a first round...

Iowa midfielder, Dionne van Aalsum is seen during a field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern on Friday Oct. 06, 2023. The Wildcats defeated Iowa, 2-0.

No. 8 Iowa field hockey ends season short with loss to No. 10 Louisville in double overtime

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter November 10, 2023

On Friday afternoon, the No. 8 Iowa field hockey ended its season short as it fell to No. 10 Louisville, 2-1, at Lakeside Field in Evanston, Illinois.  The initial 15 minutes of play saw both teams...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during the Ally Tipoff, a basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 8 Virginia Tech at Spectrum Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.

Caitlin Clark, Virginia Tech guard Georgia Amoore go shot-for-shot in Hawkeyes’ 80-76 win

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 9, 2023

Caitlin Clark’s offensive output has not lost a step since last season, drilling 44 points in the No. 3 Hawkeyes’ 80-76 win over No. 8 Virginia Tech in the Ally Tipoff on Thursday. Clark’s...

Suspended Iowa football player Noah Shannon stands in a huddle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

NCAA adjusts wagering reinstatement guidelines for student-athletes, ending Noah Shannon’s Hawkeye career

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 8, 2023

Several Iowa athletes received disappointing news on Wednesday, including defensive lineman Noah Shannon. After delaying the decision two weeks, the NCAA Division I Council Coordination Committee...

At-Large Iowa City City Council member Laura Bergus addresses her supporters after results project her victory during her watch party at The Green House in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. (Jordan Barry/ The Daily Iowan)

Laura Bergus beats 8-year Iowa City City Council District A incumbent Pauline Taylor

Isabelle Foland and Roxy Ekberg November 7, 2023

The leaves of the many plants in downtown Iowa City cocktail lounge The Green House shook with the cheers and applause of Iowa City City Councilor Laura Bergus’ supporters at her general election...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a three-pointer during a home opener basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. Clark had a double-double during the game, with 28 points and 10 assists. The Hawkeyes defeated the Knights, 102-46.

Iowa women’s basketball dominates Fairleigh Dickinson behind double-double from Caitlin Clark

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter November 6, 2023

Behind a double-double from star Caitlin Clark, the Iowa women’s basketball team is off to a hot start with a dominant win over Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday. Following...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens waves to fans after kicking a game-winning field goal in the fourth quarter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Stevens secured the win with 14 seconds left in the game, kicking a 52-yard field goal. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens nails game-winning field goal with confidence after first miss

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

With three minutes remaining in the first quarter, Drew Stevens missed the 53-yard field goal to give the Hawkeyes an early lead. With 14 seconds left in the game, the Iowa football placekicker had...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson runs with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Live updates | Northwestern hosts Iowa football in contest at Wrigley Field

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

The Iowa football team will look for a bounce-back performance today as the Northwestern Wildcats host the Hawkeyes on Wrigley Field, kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. The 6-2 Hawkeyes — after falling...

Iowa Democratic Party call for resignation of UI student org leaders after Israel-Hamas war statement

Iowa Democratic Party call for resignation of UI student org leaders after Israel-Hamas war statement

Natalie Miller, Politics Reporter November 1, 2023

The Iowa Democratic Party requested the resignations of three student representatives who lead the University Democrats at Iowa student organization on Wednesday after they drafted and signed a letter...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz walks off the field after coaching offensive players during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz ‘in last season’ with Iowa football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 30, 2023

University of Iowa Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that "this is his last season with the program.” Ferentz will remain...

Iowa midfielder Hailey Rydberg passes the ball during a soccer game between Iowa and Michigan State at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. Michigan State defeated Iowa, 2-1.

Iowa women’s soccer upsets top seed Michigan State in first round of Big Ten Tournament

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter October 29, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team pulled off a stunning upset in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten Tournament, beating top-seeded No. 12 Michigan State, 2-1, on Sunday in East Lansing, Michigan. Iowa...