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The Daily Iowan

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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Columbia’s 149-pound Richard Fedalen takes on Iowa’s 149-pound Caleb Rathjen during a meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestler Caleb Rathjen carves out spot in lineup

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter January 23, 2024

Iowa men’s wrestler Caleb Rathjen started the 2023-24 season on the sidelines, but he has since carved out his spot in the lineup after a strong showing in his recent matches. The 149-pounder overtook...

Iowa’s Adeline Kenlin performs on the bars during a gymnastics meet between No. 23 Iowa and No. 21 Washington at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa, on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024. Kenlin scored 9.850 on the bars. In the fourth meeting between Iowa and Washington, the Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 196.400-196.250.

GymHawks head coach Larissa Libby praises Adeline Kenlin for her growth

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter January 23, 2024

Fourth-year Adeline Kenlin came into the Iowa gymnastics program as a decorated athlete, already established at the national level. In her first year at West Branch High School, Kenlin represented the...

Iowa 191-pound Jaycee Foeller walks off the mat during the finals round of the NWCA National Duals between No. 2 Iowa and North Central College on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. Iowa defeated North Central College , 21-20. (Isabella Tisdale/The Daily Iowan)

After two transfers, Iowa women’s wrestler Jaycee Foeller has finally found a home

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter January 23, 2024

Despite success at McKendree University and Central Methodist University, Jaycee Foeller knew that it was time for a change. After exploring several options, she decided to transfer to the...

Iowa’s Maud Zeffou-Poaty jumps in the long jump during the Jimmy Grant Alumni Invitational at the Hawkeye Indoor Track Facility on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes hosted Western Illinois and Wisconsin, competing in events including the pentathlon, weight throwing, field events, and various running events at the indoor track. Zeffou-Poaty placed second with a jump of 5.75 meters.

First-year long jumper Maud Zeffou-Poaty takes a 4,000-mile leap of faith

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter January 23, 2024

First-year long jumper Maud Zeffou-Poaty initially tried track and field to occupy her time. As she improved, her dedication to the sport transformed her into a standout long jumper in France. “At...

Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder yells a play during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

‘The strongest bench we’ve had in a long time:’ How Iowa women’s basketball’s bench is a big factor to the team’s success

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter January 23, 2024

Lisa Bluder is no rookie in the world of coaching. The nearly 40-year coaching vet has been at the helm of the Hawkeyes for 23 seasons and, during this time, she has seen much success, including winning...

A double exposure image of a reporter live tweeting a quote from Athletic Director Beth Goetz during an introductory press conference at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024. Goetz is the first woman in the Big Ten conference to be hired into the roll of athletic director.

Photos: Beth Goetz press conference

Shaely Odean, Photojournalist January 23, 2024

Beth Goetz was introduced as the new Iowa Director of Athletics Chair at a press conference at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday. Goetz previously held the position in an interim role. Goetz is the first...

Iowa’s Bailey Libby hugs head coach Larissa Libby during a gymnastics meet between No. 23 Iowa and No. 21 Washington at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa, on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024. Libby scored 9.875 on the floor. In the fourth meeting between Iowa and Washington, the Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 196.400-196.250.

Iowa women’s gymnastics drops Big Ten opener to Minnesota

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter January 23, 2024

Iowa women's gymnastics  fell to No. 17 Minnesota, 196.850-196.150, in its Big Ten opener on Monday night at Maturi Pavillion in Minneapolis.  Bars The GymHawks opened the meet with a 49.025 on uneven...

Photo illustration by Lillie Hawker.

DCI agent in gambling probe allegedly conducted investigations without warrant

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor January 22, 2024

Special agent Brian Sanger of the Iowa Department of Public Safety’s Division of Criminal Investigations allegedly conducted his investigations into illegal student-athlete gambling without a warrant,...

Jan 6, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Houston Texans cornerback Desmond King II (25) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts running back Zack Moss (21) during the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Divisional Round

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter January 22, 2024

Thirteen former Hawkeyes came into the divisional round of the NFL playoffs with their respective teams, and just five will advance to the conference round. The Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans kicked...

December 16, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the basketball against Utah Jazz guard Ochai Agbaji (30) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Jan. 15-21

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter January 22, 2024

Though Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray returned from injury for the team’s two-game skid, his presence wasn’t enough as the Kings dropped both games for the week. The second-year star was...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs a young fan's shoe after a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 84-57.

State Farm donates $22,000 to Caitlin Clark Foundation for the basketball star’s 22nd birthday

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor January 22, 2024

One of the biggest superstars in college athletics is celebrating her golden birthday. Iowa women's basketball guard Caitlin Clark, who sports the No. 22, is now 22 years old. For her birthday,...

Iowa head coach Clarissa Chun and assistant coach Tonya Verbeek celebrate Iowa’s 130-pound Lilly Luft after her win during the Iowa Duals between NCAA-ranked No. 1 Iowa women’s wrestling, NAIA-ranked No. 1 Life University, and Missouri Valley at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Big Reds, 42-0, and the Running Eagles, 35-6.

Iowa women’s wrestler Lilly Luft stepping up in first year

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter January 21, 2024

Though the Iowa women’s wrestling squad had never taken the mat until last November, wrestling fans and media knew that the Hawkeyes posed one of the most intimidating lineups in the country.  Iowa...