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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa women’s wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun claps during the Trailblazer Duals between No. 3 Iowa, No. 6 Sacred Heart, No. 13 Presbyterian, and No. 11 Lindenwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. Iowa women’s wrestling made history on Sunday, hosting the first women’s wrestling dual in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated Presbyterian, 44-1, Lindenwood, 43-0, and Sacred Heart, 40-4.

Iowa women’s wrestling notebook | Two Hawkeyes earn silver medals at North Central Collegiate Invitational

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter December 15, 2023

After nearly a month away from the mat, the Iowa women’s wrestling squad traveled to Naperville, Illinois on Dec. 10 for the North Central Collegiate Invitational. The tournament was hosted by local...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs toward the end zone for a touchdown after a punt return during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. DeJean’s touchdown on the punt return was 70 yards.

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean, Tory Taylor unanimous consensus All-America

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 14, 2023

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean and Tory Taylor are unanimous consensus All-Americans. They were each recognized as first-team All-America by Walter Camp, Football Writers Association of America,...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill passes the pall during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 10-0, after the first half. Hill totaled 120 passing yards and was sacked four times.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 15 of the Iowa football season

Pete Ruden and Matt McGowan December 13, 2023

Pete Ruden’s (24-15 for $2,175) Picks:  Tennessee -7.5 Iowa hasn’t played a team like Tennessee this season. Josh Heupel’s offense ranks second nationally in seconds per play, running one...

Michigan defensive end Derrick Moore sacks Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill to end the game during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0. Moore had one tackle.

Five things to watch for ahead of Iowa football’s bowl matchup against Tennessee

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 13, 2023

1. Defending top-tier offense  Giving up just 213 yards to Michigan last week in the Big Ten Championship game, Iowa’s defense extended its streak of letting up less than 400 opponent yards to...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson claps during warmup before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of college football bowl games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 13, 2023

No. 17 Iowa vs. No. 21 Tennessee  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (48-30): Iowa – My parents aren’t driving to Florida on their 25th anniversary for nothing.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (44-34):...

Fans cheer before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Tennessee in the 2024 Cheez It Citrus Bowl

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 13, 2023

On Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, the Iowa Hawkeyes will take on the Tennessee Volunteers in the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida. The Hawkeyes finished the season with a 10-3 overall record and are coming off...

Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga pushes Nebraska defensive back Omar Brown during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

Around the Big Ten: Bowl Game Edition

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor December 13, 2023

Matchups Las Vegas Bowl: Utah (8-4) vs. Northwestern (7-5) Allegiant Stadium - Las Vegas, Nevada Where/when to watch: Saturday, Dec. 23 at 6:30 p.m. on ABC | Line: Utah -7.5 | O/U: 42.5 These...

Iowa offensive lineman Daijon Parker stands on the sidelines during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Daijon Parker

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 13, 2023

The Daily Iowan: You’ve been here just a few months, how has it been? Daijon Parker: It's been great. I will say I enjoy being in the building every day being around my teammates and coaches....

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks on the sideline during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 10-0, after the first half (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football transitions into a future of ambiguity

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 13, 2023

The last time Iowa played against Tennessee was on Jan. 2, 2015, in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl: a contest that would serve as the climax of a season of disappointment, but also a final transition to...

Iowa’s Chloe Larsen runs 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.

Iowa track and field gears up for a quartet of consecutive indoor home meets

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter December 12, 2023

The Iowa track and field programs will begin their indoor competition season with four consecutive meets at the Hawkeye Indoor Track Facility. On Dec. 9, the Jimmy Grant Alumni Invitational kicked...

Iowa forward Owen Freeman dunks the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and North Florida at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ospreys, 103-78. Freeman scored 26 points and blocked 10 balls for Iowa.

Owen Freeman continues to be a bright spot for the Hawkeyes

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter December 12, 2023

There’s no doubt that Owen Freeman has been one of the bright spots for this Iowa men’s basketball team so far this season. However, the first-year is still far from reaching his true potential. The...

A fan dressed as Elvis cheers from the stands during a game against Northwestern University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

‘Elvis isn’t Dead’: Greg Suckow and his mother’s shared fascination of Elvis

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 12, 2023

Billed as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley’s lasting impact on the music industry will never be forgotten, despite dying almost 50 years ago. But some still refuse to believe the rockstar...