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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

Sep 22, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) dribbles the ball chased by Connecticut Sun forward DeWanna Bonner (24) in the first quarterduring game one of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Caitlin Clark named to All-WNBA First Team

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 16, 2024

Iowa women’s basketball legend Caitlin Clark was named to the All-WNBA First Team on Wednesday, marking the first rookie guard to earn the honor since Diana Taurasi in 2004 and first rookie to receive...

Women’s wrestlers and media members interact during the second annual Iowa women’s wrestling media day at the Goschke Family Wrestling Training Center in Iowa City, on Oct. 15, 2024.

Iowa women’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes look ahead second season after historic first

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter October 15, 2024

Iowa women's wrestling is gearing up to start its second season in program history after a booming first campaign last year. Head coach Clarissa Chun made a name for the program in its inaugural...

Oct 13, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean (33) during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 6

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 15, 2024

Cornerback Cooper DeJean made his starting debut for the Philadelphia Eagles in Sunday’s contest against the Cleveland Browns. The rookie made the most of the opportunity, logging three solo tackles,...

Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester watches players warm up before a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Oct. 12. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 40-16.

Iowa football offensive coordinator Tim Lester leading offense with new style, improved effort

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 15, 2024

While the onus is often on his players to put in the extra work, get an extra rep, and rebuild the Iowa football offense, Tim Lester ensures the same applies to him. Coaches aren’t required to...

Iowa midfielder Milly Short hits the ball during a field hockey exhibition match between Iowa and Northwestern at Grant Field in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 3-1, at their first home game of the season.

Iowa field hockey third-year defender emerges as a leader

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter October 15, 2024

The 2023-24 season was a successful one for head coach Lisa Cellucci and the Iowa field hockey team, but important decisions needed to be addressed in the offseason. Cellucci and her coaching staff...

The Iowa women’s basketball team interact with each other during media day at Carver-Hawekeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 10. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Iowa women’s basketball moves into the season with new looks and leadership

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 15, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team is poised to enter the 2024-25 campaign anew after a legendary season that saw tremendous strides for both the school and the sport as a whole. In the 2023-24...

(Left) Iowa guard Taylor McCabe poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 10. (Right) Iowa guard Brock Harding poses for a portrait during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 7.

Point/Counterpoint | Who will be Iowa’s breakout basketball players this season?

Jake Olson and Jack Birmingham October 15, 2024

Brock Harding The Iowa men’s basketball team has many potential breakout candidates for this upcoming season. The popular choice would be to choose guard Josh Dix or center Owen Freeman, starters...

Iowa player Alex Wesneski waits for the ball after scoring a goal during a field hockey game between Iowa and St. Louis at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Billikens, 6-0. Wesneski scored two goals and played 26 minutes.

Iowa field hockey forward Alex Wesneski talks college career and recruiting

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter October 15, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What is the best part of living in Iowa City? Alex Wesneski: I would probably say just the community. I’m from the East Coast and not everyone is as nice on the East Coast. Everyone...

Washington safety Tristan Dunn is tackled by Iowa defensive back Zach Lutmer during a football game between Iowa and Washington at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Oct. 12. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 40-16.

Iowa football scouting report | Michigan State

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 15, 2024

Following a dominant win over Washington last weekend, the Iowa football team sits at 4-2 overall and 2-1 in Big Ten play at the halfway point of the season. Now, the Hawkeyes turn their attention...

The Hawkeye Histories gallery is seen in the University of Iowa main library on Aug. 26. The gallery showcases items from important moments in Iowa athletics history.

Iowa’s rich sporting history put on display at Main Library

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 15, 2024

Students, faculty, Iowa City residents, and Hawkeye fans alike have been privileged to witness some great Iowa college athletes throughout past years, including Caitlin Clark, Cooper DeJean, and Spencer...

The Iowa Women’s wrestling team poses for a portrait during Iowa Women’s Wrestling media day at the Gosche Family Wrestling Facility in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.  The team took questions and took photos with the media.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Women’s Wrestling Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Cody Blissett October 15, 2024

The Iowa Women's wrestling team hosted their second annual media day at the Feller Club room and the brand new Goschke Wrestling Training Center at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Oct. 15. Iowa head...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan warms up during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Sullivan threw one pass for 12 yards. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Iowa football notebook | Brendan Sullivan and Kirk Ferentz address red zone offense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 15, 2024

Iowa football’s Logan Jones was always told to play through the whistle, and such is what he did in the Hawkeyes’ win over Washington in Week 7, emulating the iconic scene from the 2009 movie,...