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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa City High Running Back Jamari Newson scores a touchdown during the Iowa City High vs. Davenport Central football game at Iowa City High on Friday, Aug. 28, 2020. The Little Hawks defeated the Blue Devils 35-14. Due to COVID-19, Iowa City High players were asked wear masks and fans were not allowed to attend. Davenport Central’s players were not required to wear masks. Davenport Central saw some fans turn out to their section of the stadium and City High fans gathered outside of school property along the fence. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

Running game leads Iowa City High to victory against Davenport Central

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor August 28, 2020

Iowa City High was efficient in both its passing and running games Friday night, but the ground game led the Little Hawks to victory. Senior quarterback Raph Hamilton strategically led the Little...

Iowa players run onto 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.

Big Ten football season could begin as soon as January

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 25, 2020

The Big Ten postponed all fall sports in the conference on Aug. 11 due to COVID-19, saying that competing in the spring instead would be a possibility. For Big Ten football, a season starting as soon...

University of Iowa athletic director Gary Barta discusses former Iowa basketball player Megan Gustafson's career during the retirement ceremony for her number 10 jersey following the Iowa women's basketball game against Michigan State University on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 at Caver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 74-57.

Iowa AD Gary Barta supported fall football season

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 24, 2020

In his first media conference since the Big Ten announced on Aug. 11 that fall sports in the conference were postponed due to ongoing concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Iowa Athletic Director...

Foam fingers sit on seats during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | There are no fall sports in the Big Ten, but there are plenty of stories to tell

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 23, 2020

I was in my hometown of Marion, Iowa, on Aug. 10, trying to keep track of the Big Ten and the chaos surrounding the conference’s impending decision to postpone fall sports. It was a confusing...

 Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin catches a touchdown pass during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Former Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin transfers to Nebraska as a walk-on

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 20, 2020

Former Michigan and Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin is joining the third Big Ten football program of his college career. The former four-star recruit has transferred to Nebraska and will join the...

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks at a press conference on Monday, June 15 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Barta addressed recent action within the Iowa Athletic Department, including the separation agreement with Chris Doyle, as well as plans for the future.

Iowa AD Gary Barta anticipates $100 million in lost revenue following postponement of fall sports

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 17, 2020

In a letter sent to Iowa football season ticket holders on Monday, athletic director Gary Barta said the athletic department anticipates approximately $100 million in lost revenue and an overall budget...

Iowa players celebrate a touchdown during the Holiday Bowl game between Iowa and USC at SDCCU Stadium on Friday, December 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans 49-24.

Iowa football parents asking for transparency from Big Ten

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 14, 2020

The Big Ten announced Tuesday that all fall sports in the conference had been postponed due to concerns with the COVID-19 pandemic, and that playing these seasons in the spring instead was a possibility....

Iowa tight end George Kittle holds up the ball after scoring a touchdown during the Iowa-Nebraska game at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015. Kittle scored the first touchdown of the game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 28-20, to finish off a perfect regular season.

Former Hawkeye George Kittle agrees to record-breaking contract extension

Robert Read, Pregame Editor August 13, 2020

George Kittle has been considered underpaid in recent seasons since becoming one of the NFL's best playmakers. He isn't underpaid anymore. The former Iowa tight end has agreed to a five-year, $75...

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at a press conference July 30. Ferentz discussed the findings of the external review of the Iowa football program.

Kirk Ferentz: ‘Disappointment’s the word’ after Big Ten’s decision to postpone fall sports

Isaac Goffin, Asst. Sports Editor August 11, 2020

Sorry was the word from reporters. Disappointment was the word from Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz at a press conference shortly after the Big Ten’s decision to delay fall sports. “Disappointment’s...

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

Big Ten postpones fall 2020 sports

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor August 11, 2020

The Big Ten Conference announced on Tuesday that it is postponing all fall sports for the 2020 season due to concerns from the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision includes regular-season competitions...