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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

Iowa forward Keegan Murray shoots a 3-pointer during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Portland State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. Murray scored 23 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings 85-51.

Iowa men’s basketball downs Western Illinois, 92-71

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter December 30, 2021

Iowa men’s basketball defeated Western Illinois, 92-71, Wednesday night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Sophomore forward Keegan Murray, who registered his third double-double of the season, propelled the...

Iowa defensive back Kaevon Merriweather celebrates his swing with defensive back Dane Belton during an event at Topgolf before the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. Merriweather had one interception in the 2021 season.

Watch: Iowa football team visits Topgolf during Citrus Bowl outing

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 30, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. — Members of the Iowa football team showed off their golf skills, or lack thereof, during a Citrus Bowl-sponsored outing to Topgolf on Wednesday night. The Hawkeyes spent a couple...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor swings a club during an event at Topgolf before the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. A reporter asked Taylor how he was golfing. “Not very well for myself,” Taylor said. “Kinda hitting them everywhere…”

Photos: 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl Topgolf event

Grace Smith and Jerod Ringwald December 29, 2021

The 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl hosted a Topgolf event for both Iowa and Kentucky in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. Iowa and Kentucky attended an event at Topgolf before the 2022 Vrbo Citrus...

Iowa defensive coordinator Phil Parker speaks during a press conference for the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. The Iowa defense held opponents to 19.2 points per game during the season, but let up 28.7 points per game during the last three games. Parker spoke about preparing for Kentucky’s offense. “I think theres first of all, when you look at Kentucky, they are a well-coached team,” Parker said. “I look at their offensive line, how well-coached they are up front.There are some All-American guys.”

Iowa football notebook | Levis a more polished QB, Ince could bounce back in Citrus Bowl

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 29, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. — Between a trip to SeaWorld, attending an Orlando Magic game, and spending time in the Sunshine State’s 80-degree climate, the Hawkeyes have had plenty of time away from the football...

Kentucky running back La’Vell Wright first bumps wide receiver Trey Dennis during a Kentucky practice before the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl matchup against Iowa at Celebration High School in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. The Wildcats rushed for 2,473 yards during the season. In comparison, Iowa rushed for 1,558 yards and lost leading running back Tyler Goodson to the NFL draft process.

Photos: Kentucky 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl open practice

Jerod Ringwald and Grace Smith December 29, 2021

The No. 22 Kentucky Wildcats hosted an open practice on Wednesday, Dec. 29, at Celebration High School in Orlando, Fla. ahead of its matchup with No. 15 Iowa in the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl.  The Wildcats...

A member of the Iowa spirit squad carries an Iowa flag before a basketball game between Iowa and Southeastern Louisiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lions 93-62.

Iowa women’s basketball game against Illinois postponed

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor December 29, 2021

The Iowa women’s basketball team’s game against Illinois on Jan. 2 has been postponed because of positive COVID-19 tests within the Illini program, according to a release from Hawkeye Athletics. This...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin laughs after a question during a press conference for the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. Kelly-Martin was named the starting running back after running back Tyler Goodson opted out to declare for the NFL draft. Kelly-Martin recorded 190 yards during the season.

Kelly-Martin, Williams to fill in at running back for Iowa football in Citrus Bowl

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor December 29, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. — Iowa football’s rushing attack will look different than it did during the regular season in this Saturday’s Vrbo Citrus Bowl. Running back Tyler Goodson will not be with the...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz answers questions during a press conference for the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. Ferentz discussed the quarterback situation for Saturday’s game. “I think we have pretty much made our mind up on what we are going to do on Saturday.” Ferentz did not specify a starter.

Iowa’s Citrus Bowl quarterback decision has been made, but not announced

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 29, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. — Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz said at a press conference on Wednesday morning that the Hawkeyes have decided who will start at quarterback against Kentucky in the Citrus...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz answers questions during a press conference for the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. Ferentz discussed the quarterback situation for Saturday’s game. “I think we have pretty much made our mind up on what we are going to do on Saturday.” Ferentz did not specify a starter.

Photos: 2022 Citrus Bowl player-coordinator press conference

Grace Smith and Jerod Ringwald December 29, 2021

A player-coordinator press conference for the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl was held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021. Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz, running...

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren speaks at the beginning of Big Ten Basketball Media Days at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021. During his speech, Warren addressed women and men’s sports and his goal to continue to work toward equality.

Big Ten Conference updates COVID-19-related forfeiture rules

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor December 28, 2021

The Big Ten Conference updated its COVID-19-related forfeiture policy Tuesday. Per a league release, competitions that are canceled because of COVID-19 won’t automatically be considered forfeits....

The main floor is seen during Xtream Arenas opening media tour in Coralville on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020.

Jim Barnes named head coach of Iowa volleyball

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter December 28, 2021

Iowa Athletics named Jim Barnes head coach of the University of Iowa Volleyball team Tuesday. Barnes has 24 years of head coaching experience and has amassed a 455-345 career record. Barnes has...

Iowa forward Jack Billings shoots the puck during a hockey match between the Iowa Heartlanders and the Toledo Walleye at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa, on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. The Walleye defeated the Heartlanders 5-2.

Iowa Heartlanders win physical matchup with Kansas City Mavericks, 3-2

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter December 28, 2021

The Iowa Heartlanders defeated the Kansas City Mavericks, 3-2, at Xtream Arena in Coralville Monday night. Iowa’s Jack Billings scored the contest's decisive goal with 9:54 on the game clock in...

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