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Trophies are seen before finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.
Iowa No.11 285-pound Ben Kueter walks out to face Northwestern 285-pound Dirk Morley during a mens wrestling dual between the No.3 Iowa Hawkeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 16. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 37-3 in a dominating performance, winning nine out of ten matches. Kueter defeated Morley 20-4.
The Iowa women’s wrestling cheers during a Iowa Duals II at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2024. Iowa defeated Augustana College and no. 4 Grand Valley State, 44-1 and 35-7, respectively.
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Football
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson celebrates during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Jackson had seven total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.
Iowa football’s Nick Jackson embraces versatility and mental acuity as NFL Draft prospect.
Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.
Iowa football hires Omar Young as new runnings backs coach
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks along the sidelines during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)
Iowa football lands commitment from three-star wide receiver Brody Schaffer
Photo courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics.
Iowa football hires former Wake Forest offensive coordinator Warren Ruggiero as senior offensive analyst
Ladell Betts rushes against Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium Saturday afternoon on Nov. 24, 2001.
Iowa football running backs coach Ladell Betts taking same position with New York Giants
Wrestling
A referee holds up Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanans hand after defeating Penn State No. 4 Josh Barr during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.
How Iowa men’s wrestling helped Stephen Buchanan find his love for wrestling, capture national title
A referee holds up Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanans hand after defeating Penn State No. 4 Josh Barr during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.
Iowa men’s wrestling leaves 2025 NCAA Championships with one champion and two runner-ups
A referee holds up Iowa No. 11 174-pound Patrick Kennedys hand during Session four of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, March. 21, 2025. Session four ended with Penn State in the lead 135.5, Nebraska second 101.5, Oklahoma State in third 91.0, and Iowa in fourth 73.5.
Iowa’s Patrick Kennedy leaves 2025 NCAA Championships with first medal
Iowa 180-pound No. 1 Kylie Welker celebrates after winning a title match during session four of the National College Women’s Wrestling Championship at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The Hawkeyes scored 201.5 team points, securing their second consecutive NCWWC National Championship.
Iowa women’s wrestler Kylie Welker named USA Wrestling Athlete of the Week following second-straight national title
Iowa 180-pound No. 1 Kylie Welker wrestles McKendree University Lydia Krauss during session two of the National College Women’s Wrestling Championship at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Friday, March 7, 2025. 2025 marks the last year before Iowa transitions to the NCAA tournament with it’s first year sanctioned being 2026.
Iowa Women’s Wrestling Progress Report | Hawkeyes finish 2024-25 season with an undefeated duals record, while claiming second straight national title
Men's Basketball
Newly hired Iowa Men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum speaks at a press conference at Carver Hawkeye area on March 25, 2025. McCollum is an Iowa City native and held previous coaching jobs at Northwest Missouri State and Drake. His coaching record is 426–95. Wyatt Goodale Daily Iowan.
Ben McCollum bringing “impose your will” philosophy to Iowa City
Fran McCaffery looks up and smiles during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 83-68.
Inside Iowa men’s basketball’s wild coaching search
Newly hired Iowa Men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum speaks at a press conference at Carver Hawkeye area on March 25, 2025. McCollum is an Iowa City native and held previous coaching jobs at Northwest Missouri State and Drake. His coaching record is 426–95. Wyatt Goodale Daily Iowan.
Ben McCollum embraces Iowa roots in his goal of growing fan attendance
Jan 14, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray (24) goes up for a dunk past Brooklyn Nets point guard Ben Simmons (10) during the first half at Moda Center.
Hawks in the NBA | March 17-23
Mar 19, 2025; Wichita, KS, USA; Drake Bulldogs head coach Ben McCollum watches his team during a practice session at Intrust Bank Arena.
Drake point guard Bennett Stirtz to follow new Iowa men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum and play for the Hawkeyes
Women's Basketball
Iowa head coach Jan Jensen hugs iowa guard Sydney Affolter following a NCAA Tournament Second Round game between the No. 6 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., on Monday, March 24, 2025. The Sooners defeated the Hawkeyes 96-62. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)
Hawkeyes prove they are still on the map after successful 2024-25 campaign
Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke prepares to block Oklahoma center Raegan Beers during a NCAA Tournament Second Round game between the No. 6 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., on Monday, March 24, 2025. The Sooners defeated the Hawkeyes 96-62. Beers had 11 points, 13 rebounds, and two steals.
Photos: 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament – Second Round: No. 6 Iowa vs. No. 3 Oklahoma
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen goes up for a shot during a NCAA Tournament Second Round game between the No. 6 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., on Monday, March 24, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)
Lucy Olsen reflects on season with Iowa women’s basketball after loss to Oklahoma
Iowa guard Sydney Affolter dribbles the ball during a NCAA Tournament Second Round game between the No. 6 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., on Monday, March 24, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)
Iowa women’s basketball falls in round of 32 to Oklahoma in 96-62 blowout
Players participate in the game hangman during a day of press conferences and interviews ahead of the NCAA Tournament Second Round game between the No. 6 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Tipoff is set for 3:00 p.m. CT.
Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes prepare for Oklahoma in second round of NCAA tournament
Iowa Heartlanders
Iowa forward Zach White carries the puck up the ice during a hockey match between Iowa and Wheeling at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. The Nailers defeated the Heartlanders, 6-4.
Zach White: The Iowa Heartlanders’ determined, unselfish forward
Iowa Heartlanders notebook | Franchise emphasizing defense in search of first road win
Iowa Heartlanders defenseman Kevin McKernan providing veteran presence
Iowa Heartlanders down Cincinnati Cyclones in overtime thriller
Photos: Iowa Heartlanders hockey vs. Cincinnati Cyclones
Swimming
University of Iowa swimmers await the start of the Hawkeye Invitational Meet at the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Iowa competed against Kansas, Nebraska, Northern Iowa, San Diego State, Arkansas, Colorado State, Illinois, and Iowa State. Iowa finished fifth overall with 879 points and three champions.
From reinstating to rebuilding | How the Iowa women’s swimming and diving team carries on a legacy
Iowa’s Olivia Swalley talks introduction to swimming, importance of swim caps
Four Iowa divers qualify for NCAA Zone Diving Championships
Iowa women’s swim and dive team secures second place, shatters records at Hawkeye Invitational
Photos: 2023 Swim and Dive Hawkeye Invitational
Women's Gymnastics
Iowa Emily Erb flips during a floor routine during a gymnastics meet between Illinois and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ilini 196.200-194.975. Juk scored a 9.750 on the balance beam.
Iowa women’s gymnastics flies high with boost from Emily Erb
Iowa first-year gymnast Auriéle Tran continues stellar freshman campaign against Iowa State
Iowa gymnastics demolishes in-state rival Iowa State at home
Q&A | Iowa gymnast Karina Muñoz
Iowa women’s gymnastics boasts Olympic talent with two Paris competitors on roster
Pregame
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Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill passes the pall during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 10-0, after the first half. Hill totaled 120 passing yards and was sacked four times.
Michigan defensive end Derrick Moore sacks Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill to end the game during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0. Moore had one tackle.
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