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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Wisconsin’s Antonio Troyer and Illinois Jesus Garcia face off during Fight Night, hosted by Iowa Boxing Club, at the Iowa Memorial Union at the University of Iowa on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. Over 150 people flocked to the ballroom, watching numerous schools including Iowa State, Wisconsin, and Illinois, as well as other boxing organizations, fight.

Photos: Iowa Boxing Club hosts Fight Night

Grace Smith, Photojournalist December 2, 2023

The University of Iowa's Boxing Club hosted Fight Night at the Iowa Memorial Union on Saturday. Over 150 people flocked to the ballroom, watching numerous schools including Iowa State, Wisconsin, and Illinois,...

Zoee Moore rides a scooter thorugh a group of Michigan fans before a football game between No.18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

Photos: Iowa vs. Michigan Big Ten pregame

Cody Blissett and Emily Nyberg December 2, 2023

Football fans gathered in Indianapolis before the Big Ten championship football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan on Saturday. Before the game, The Hawkeye’s record sits at 10-2 and the...

Iowa guard Kate Martin celebrates after blocking a shot during a basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Bowling Green at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. Martin scored 17 points for Iowa, blocked four shots, and had three assists during the contest. The Hawkeyes defeated the Falcons, 99-65.

Photos: No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball vs. Bowling Green

Grace Smith and Ayrton Breckenridge December 2, 2023

No. 4 Iowa defeated Bowling Green, 99-65, in the first meeting between the Hawkeyes and the Falcons in sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday. 72 of Iowa's 99 points were scored in the paint compared...

Iowa guard Kate Martin celebrates after blocking a shot during a basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Bowling Green at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball beats Bowling Green, 99-65, with strength on both ends of floor

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor December 2, 2023

The No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball team beat the Bowling Green Falcons, 99-65, in a strong effort on both ends of the floor inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday. The Hawkeyes got nearly a full...

University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz speaks with members of the media during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Goetz answered questions from the media about the statement.

University of Iowa begins search for new full-time athletic director with creation of search committee

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 1, 2023

The University of Iowa signaled the beginning of a nationwide search for a new athletic director with the creation of a search committee, it was announced on Thursday.  Former deputy athletic director...

Iowa men’s wrestling head coach Tom Brands signals for stalling during a Cy-Hawk men’s wrestling dual between No. 4 Iowa and No. 8 Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 18-14.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes head to The Palestra to battle Penn Quakers

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 30, 2023

Iowa men’s wrestling will continue its season at a historical site on Friday. The No. 4 Hawkeyes will take on the Penn Quakers at 6 p.m. in The Palestra, the oldest major college arena still in...

Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth walks off the field after the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth sports a loud look and a calm demeanor

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth is comfortable in his own skin, or more aptly put, hair.  The 6-foot-3, 310-pounder from Colerain, Ohio, stands out in a crowd not just due to the size of his...

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy stiff arms Iowa's Kaveon Merriweather during the Big Ten Championship game between No. 13 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. McCarthy rushed for 23 yards on four carries.The Wolverines became Big Ten Champions after defeating the Hawkeyes, 42-3.

Sharing the spotlight: Just like Iowa, Michigan football has emerged atop its division amidst plenty of distraction

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

Looking at the numbers alone, Michigan football’s undefeated regular season looked like a cakewalk. Having won each game by an average of 27 points, the Wolverines appeared to have a red carpet rolled...

The venue for Big Ten Media Days is seen at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Iowa fans’ guide to Indianapolis ahead of Big Ten Championship

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter November 30, 2023

The Iowa football team will head to Indianapolis, Indiana, for the second time in three years to face off against the Michigan Wolverines in the Big Ten Championship.  Known by many as “The Crossroads...

Iowa offensive lineman Tyler Elsbury celebrates after a turnover 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.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 14 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

No. 2 Michigan @ No. 16 Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (45-27): Michigan – Charles Woodson would pick Iowa. He knows what good defense is. Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (42-30): Michigan...