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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 Desmond King talks to media after Iowas West Des Moines open practice at the Valley High School Football Stadium on Saturday, April 11, 2015. The Hawkeyes will host their Spring Game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 1 pm. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

[UPDATED] The Daily Iowan’s Saturday Exams: Iowa-Pittsburgh

September 19, 2015

  Football reporters Danny Payne and Charlie Green list four things Iowa must do in order to beat Pittsburgh. … Contain Tyler Boyd Boyd will probably be the best player on the field...

Running in the family

Running in the family

Ryan Rodriguez, [email protected] September 18, 2015

The loss of Hawkeye standout tight end Jake Duzey to off-season knee surgery has been a story line for the Iowa football program this season. His absence has left the Hawks without one of their most consistent...

Iowa running back Jordan Canzeri gets tackled by Pitt defenders during the game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014. Canzeri ran had eight carries for 23-yards on the game. Iowa defeated Pitt, 24-20. (The Daily Iowan/Tessa Hursh)

Familiarity breeds respect

September 18, 2015

Former Michigan State defensive coordinator Pat Narduzzi is now the head coach at Pitt. By Danny Payne   |  [email protected] Iowa’s familiarity with Pittsburgh exists on numerous levels....

Iowa midfielder Karly Stuenkel kicks the ball UNI players celebrate a goal during the game on Tuesday, September 1. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 2-1 in overtime. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

Soccer hits the Big Ten road

September 18, 2015

The Hawkeyes will take on Michigan State and Michigan this weekend. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] The nonconference season is over, and now the real fun starts for the Iowa soccer...

The Iowa team celebrates a point 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 tries to follow huge weekend

September 18, 2015

The Hawkeyes have four matches this weekend and an outside shot to crack the top 25. By Kyle Mann [email protected] After a monumental performance last weekend, the Hawkeye volleyball team has a...

Iowa defensive back Desmond King runs with the ball in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 31-14.

Returning to being special 

Jordan Hansen, [email protected] September 18, 2015

Through two games, it’s been easy to see Iowa’s improvement on special teams from a season ago. Head coach Kirk Ferentz renewed his focus on special teams to make it a top off-season priority. “We...

Iowa midfielder Pommeline Korstanje fights Indiana back Sydney Supica for the ball during a game against Indiana at Grant Field on Friday, Sept. 26, 2014. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 4-1. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock)

For field hockey, Knight & day

September 18, 2015

No. 16 Iowa will host Rutgers in its first Big Ten match. By Mario Williams [email protected] The 4-3 Iowa field-hockey team is set today for its biggest challenge yet, 4-1 Rutgers. The Hawkeyes...

Iowa quarterback C.J. Beathard throws a pass during the game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014. Beathard threw for 98-yards on the game. Iowa defeated Pitt, 24-20. (The Daily Iowan/Tessa Hursh)

By The Numbers: Iowa vs. Pitt

Jordan Hansen, [email protected] September 18, 2015

For whatever reason, Iowa and Pittsburgh play extremely entertaining games that usually end in roaring comebacks. This year’s edition will happen under the lights. Here’s a look at a couple statistics...

Running back Derrick Mitchell, Jr. runs with the ball during the spring game on Saturday, April 25th, 2015. The Iowa offense and defense competed against each other in front of fans in Kinnick Stadium. The offense outscored the defense, 29-28. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

Point/Counterpoint
: Will Iowa finish its nonconference schedule ‬4-0?

September 18, 2015

Two DI staffers debate if Iowa will remain undefeated heading into the Big Ten schedule. Yes The Hawkeye football team will finish their nonconference schedule with a 4-0  record. Why? The Hawkeyes...

Looking at Pitt, mulling Iowa State game

Looking at Pitt, mulling Iowa State game

September 18, 2015

https://soundcloud.com/annyayne/pregame-podcast-6-flyin-high The following is an excerpt from the DI’s Pregame Podcast. A new episode can be found on our Soundcloud page every Wednesday. On special...

FILE - Fans hold up cards to their faces during the card stunt before the Iowa/Northwestern game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014. The card stunt was in dedication to veterans. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 48-7. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock, file)

Behind Enemy Lines: Iowa-Pittsburgh

September 18, 2015

The following is an edited version of an interview between DI Pregame Editor Danny Payne and Panther Digest Publisher Nate Barnes. Payne: How’s life after James Conner been? Barnes: It’s been...

Iowa golfer Carson Schaake tees off during the Hawkeye-Great River Entertainment Invitational on Saturday, April 28, 2015. Iowa State won the meet, and Iowa came in second. (The Daily Iowan/John Theulen)

Finding the beat in the swing

September 18, 2015

Some players prefer coaches, others don’t, in forming their golf swing. By Rod Engblom [email protected] Golf is a game of inches, and hitting a golf ball isn’t as easy as it looks. If...

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