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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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Iowa running back Tyler Goodson hurdles MTSU's Gregory Grate, Jr. during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Goodson, Sargent named preseason Doak Walker Award candidates

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 15, 2020

Iowa running backs Tyler Goodson and Mekhi Sargent have been named preseason candidates for the 2020 Doak Walker Award, which is presented to the nation's top college running back. Goodson became...

Iowa Head Coach Dave DiIanni speaks to the team during the Iowa versus Ohio State game at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, October 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 2-1 in double overtime.

Iowa soccer program using Alumnae Committee to connect current and former players

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter July 14, 2020

When head coach Dave DiIanni arrived at Iowa six years ago after coaching at Grand Valley State for 11 years, he noticed that something was missing in terms of the connection between the Iowa soccer...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan punts the ball during the game against Purdue on Saturday, October 19, 2019.

Eight Hawkeye football players earn Phil Steele preseason recognition

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 14, 2020

Four Iowa football players were named on the Phil Steele All-American teams released Tuesday. Eight total players received preseason recognition from Steele. Senior kicker Keith Duncan was named...

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren addresses reporters regarding the cancellation of the 2020 Big Ten men's basketball tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Interactive: COVID-19 testing data from Big Ten athletic departments

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 13, 2020

The Big Ten Conference took a major step in preparing for the fall athletic schedule by announcing on July 9 that if sports can be played in the fall based on medical advice, it will move to conference-only...

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Opinion | NCAA Football video games can still make a comeback

Austin Hanson and Isaac Goffin July 13, 2020

On April 30, the NCAA announced that new legislation on name, image, and likeness compensation for collegiate athletes was on the way. With the announcement came a glimmer of hope for starved fans...

Fans storm the field during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19, ending Minnesota's undefeated season.

Year in review: The top contests of 2019-20 at each Iowa athletic facility

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter July 13, 2020

After spring sports were canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is still uncertainty surrounding whether Iowa will be back in action in the fall. Before sports were canceled, it was a...

Iowa offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs cheers during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Strong start expected from Tristan Wirfs, high-powered Tampa Bay offense

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 12, 2020

There are players that stand out wherever they go — and Tristan Wirfs is one of them. The Mount Vernon, Iowa, native was a starter on the offensive line for the past three seasons for the Hawkeyes....

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Iowa's Broderick Binns takes down Penn State's Justin Brown during their game on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010 in Kinnick Stadium.

Broderick Binns named Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for UI Athletics

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 10, 2020

Broderick Binns, a former Iowa football player who has been on the Hawkeye staff the past six seasons, has been named Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for UI Athletics, Athletics...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Twitter reactions: Big Ten’s decision leads to cancellation of 2020 Cy-Hawk football game

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 9, 2020

The Iowa-Iowa State football game has been played every year since 1977, but that streak appears to be over. The Big Ten announced Thursday that if it is able to participate in fall sports, it will...

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren addresses reporters regarding the cancellation of the 2020 Big Ten men's basketball tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren calls moving to conference-only fall seasons the ‘next logical step’

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 9, 2020

Kevin Warren officially took over as the Commissioner of the Big Ten Conference Jan. 1, 2020, after Jim Delaney retired. It's been a hectic first year on the job. Warren has been forced to guide...

Kinnick Stadium is seen fom the north end zone at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Big Ten announces conference-only schedules for fall sports

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 9, 2020

The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday that if it is able to participate in fall sports based on medical advice, it will move to conference-only schedules in those sports due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The...

A relief of former Iowa lineman Duke Slater is seen outside the north end zone of Kinnick Stadium on Sunday, July 5, 2020.

Kinnick-Slater Stadium: A not-so-new name proposal

Isaac Goffin and Chris Werner July 7, 2020

An ongoing review of the Iowa football program has led to a tumultuous summer for the Hawkeyes. Former players have spoken out with allegations of racism and bullying within the program, leading...