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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

The Daily Iowan

Hawkeye basketball players walk down the court during an Iowa women’s basketball open practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, July 29, 2022.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball practice

Daniel McGregor-Huyer, Photojournalist July 29, 2022

The Iowa women’s basketball team held an open practice for the media on Friday.

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during a First Round NCAA women’s basketball tournament game against No. 2 Iowa and No. 15 Illinois State in sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, March 18, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 98-58.

‘We never want to feel the way we did last year ever again’: Iowa women’s basketball using last season’s early exit to fuel the fire

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor July 29, 2022

The Iowa women’s basketball team doesn’t have to look far for a source of motivation this summer.  The feeling the Hawkeyes had exiting the Carver-Hawkeye Arena floor after a second-round NCAA...

Iowa defender Connor Russell and Utah forward Benjamin Tardif go for the puck during a hockey match between the Iowa Heartlanders and the Utah Grizzlies at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Feb. 9, 2022. The Grizzlies beat the Heartlanders, 5-4, in overtime.

Iowa Heartlanders bring back defenseman Connor Russell

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 28, 2022

Iowa Heartlanders head coach Derek Damon's message to defenseman Connor Russell this offseason was one the blueliner described as intriguing. The words: We’re going to win a Kelly Cup. That...

Rutgers punter Adam Korsak sits on the set of Big Ten Network during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 27, 2022. Korsak received questions throughout the day on what it means to be one of three starting punters from Australia in the Big Ten. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Rutgers’ Adam Korsak among new wave of Australian punters in the Big Ten

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor July 27, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Tory Taylor isn't the Big Ten's only punter from down under. The 6-foot-4, 230-pound Hawkeye is one of many athletes that have benefitted from the services Prokick Australia provides. Prokick...

Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. catches a pass during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at Maryland Stadium on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 51-14. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Transfer wide receivers Charlie Jones, Tyrone Tracy to fill holes in Purdue offense in 2022

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor July 27, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Purdue football’s receiving corps is going to look a lot different in 2022 than it did in 2021. The Boilermakers lost their top two receiving options during the offseason. David Bell...

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day speaks with media during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 27, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Photos: 2022 Big Ten Media Days – day two

Jerod Ringwald, Managing editor July 27, 2022

The Big Ten Conference hosted its 50th annual Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday. Players and coaches from Purdue, Illinois, Michigan State, Rutgers, Penn State,...

Big Ten coordinator of football officials Bill Carollo speaks with media during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Big Ten Coordinator of Football Officials discusses national official shortage in youth and high school sports

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor July 27, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Big Ten Coordinator of Football Officials Bill Carollo talked about the national official shortage in youth and high school sports on July 26 at Big Ten Football Media Days. While...

Iowa Heartlanders watch Cole Stallard shoot a free shot in a hockey game between the Iowa Heartlanders and Utah Grizzlies at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022. The Grizzlies defeated the Heartlanders, 4-3, to sweep the series.

Forwards Cole Stallard, Josh Koepplinger returning to Iowa Heartlanders

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 26, 2022

Forwards Cole Stallard and Josh Koepplinger played small but valuable roles for the Iowa Heartlanders in 2021-22 after joining the franchise midseason. Now, they are seeking to continue their contributions...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson shushes the Iowa State student section after scoring a touchdown during a football game between No. 10 Iowa and No. 9 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | Former Iowa football running back Tyler Goodson could break onto Packers’ 53-man roster

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter July 26, 2022

Former Iowa running back Tyler Goodson is currently fighting an uphill battle as he tries to make an NFL roster. The Suwanee, Georgia, product announced he would enter the 2022 NFL Draft via Twitter...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta interacts with a media team during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Reporters stopped LaPorta to ask if LaPorta watched other Iowa sports. LaPorta said he watches a lot of Iowa women’s basketball because of Caitlin Clark, saying Clark would beat him one on one. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Sam LaPorta’s expectations high for Iowa football tight ends

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor July 26, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — The University of Iowa has been referred to by another name by football pundits and fans alike: Tight End University.  George Kittle, a former Hawkeye and starting tight end for...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at the main podium during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz weighs in on name, image, and likeness, NCAA transfer rules

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor July 26, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — As the longest-tenured head coach in the Power Five, Kirk Ferentz is often referred to as “the dean of college football.” And the now-24-year head coach of Iowa is concerned with...

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