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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Ohio State players along with head coach Urban Meyer sing the school fight song at the end of the game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013. Ohio State extended their winning streak to 19 games. Ohio State defeated Iowa, 34-24. (The Daily Iowan/Tessa Hursh)

Barrett to start for Buckeyes

October 21, 2015

In this weekly segment, we keep you updated with everything big going on around the Big Ten. By Danny Payne [email protected] Iowa is in its bye week (we hope you’re enjoying a break from football),...

Iowa setter Loxley Keala dips the ball over the net during the Cy-Hawk Series in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Sept. 11, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones for the first time in 18 years, 3-1. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Volleyball running out of time

October 21, 2015

The Hawkeyes still have NCAA Tournament hopes, which while diminishing, remain alive. By Kyle Mann [email protected] Having started Big Ten play with eight-consecutive losses to fall to 10-11 overall...

Iowa forward Mallory Lefkowitz and Kent State midfielder Jessica Nesbitt run down the field at Grant Field on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes 7-1. (The Daily Iowan/Valerie Burke)

Mixed statistical bag for field hockey

October 21, 2015

The Iowa field-hockey team’s numbers in conference play. By Mario Williams [email protected] The Iowa field-hockey team has two conference games left in its regular schedule. The team is 9-7...

The Chicago Cubs bench watches during the ninth inning of Game 3 of the National League baseball championship series against the New York Mets Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Mets take commanding 3-0 lead

ANDREW SELIGMAN October 21, 2015

Associated Press CHICAGO — With their bats and their arms, the New York Mets are overpowering the Chicago Cubs. Now, they’re one win from their first World Series in 15 years.Daniel Murphy homered...

Pregame Podcast #11: The Gangs All Here!

Pregame Podcast #11: The Gang’s All Here!

October 20, 2015

  Check out this week's edition of the DI's Pregame Podcast below. … Because it's a bye week for Iowa football (isn't it nice to take a step back and relax for a week?) we decided to switch...

Iowa quarterback CJ Beathard runs with the ball during the Homecoming game against Illinois in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini 29-20. (The Daily Iowan/Valerie Burke)

Shrugging off football skeptics


October 20, 2015

Some doubters of the Iowa football team point to a weak schedule, but that’s not a fair argument. By Ryan Rodriguez [email protected] Coming off of a thrilling 40-10 win against Northwestern...

Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery gives an opening speech going into Big Ten media day in Chicago on Thursday October 15, 2015. McCaffery previously served as head coach of Lehigh University, UNC Greensboro, and Siena. (Daily Iowan/Jordan Gale)

Hawkeyes down with up-tempo rule


October 20, 2015

The basketball Hawks say a host of new rules won’t affect the way they play, and Big Ten coaches agree. By Ian Murphy [email protected] Take away five seconds from a day, and nothing much would...

A Hawkeye takes on an Ohio State player and goalie, Iowas womens field hockey team lost to Ohio State 3-1 on Sunday at Grant Field on October 18th, 2015. (The Daily Iowan/Anthony Vazquez)

Field hockey in troubled waters

Mario Williams, [email protected] October 20, 2015

The situation the Iowa field-hockey team is in is nothing short of disappointing. The Big Ten Tournament comes next month and while Iowa — 2-4 in conference play — might slide in, the Hawkeyes will...

Sophomore Michael Melchert and Senior Anthony Gregorio of Iowa move to the front of the pack after the start of their 6k race on Friday, Sep. 4, 2015 at the Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City, Iowa. (The Daily Iowan/Brooklynn Kascel)

Hawk harriers not harried

October 20, 2015

Some Iowa runners gained momentum following personal-best times in the Bradley meet. By Adam Hensley [email protected] Entering the final meet before the Big Ten Championships, the Iowa men’s...

Iowa player Dominic Patrick serves the ball during the Iowa-Chicago State match at the Hawkeye Indoor Tennis Complex and Recreation on Sunday, April 19, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars, 6-0. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Men’s tennis eyes Big Tens

October 20, 2015

By Blake Dowson [email protected] Nearing the end of the fall, Big Ten men’s tennis is gearing up for the conference singles and doubles tournament, which will take place Nov. 6-9.The competition...

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) works as Atlanta Falcons defensive end Adrian Clayborn (99) pursues during the first half of  an  NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Hawks in the NFL: Week 6

October 19, 2015

  Check out what former Hawkeyes are doing in the NFL in this weekly segment. By Charlie Green [email protected] Jonathan Babineaux, DT, Atlanta Falcons Babineux recorded one tackle...

Iowa defensive back Greg Mabin celebrates after receiving possession of a fumbled ball during the Iowa-Northwestern game on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015. Northwesterns offense had two fumbles and one interception throughout the game. The Hawkeyes beat the Wildcats, 40-10. (The Daily Iowan/Valerie Burke)

Payne: Best in the West riding high

October 19, 2015

The Iowa football team is 7-0 and the best team in its Big Ten division. By Danny Payne [email protected] EVANSTON, Illinois — Buckle up, Iowa fans, this is real. Your team is 7-0, and controls...

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