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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson talks to Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara after a call against Iowa during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Washington

Brad Schultz and Colin Votzmeyer October 12, 2024

Offense: A- Cade McNamara had a rough outing last weekend against Ohio State, turning the ball over three times and throwing only 98 yards. But he responded with a respectable outing against Washington,...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson and Iowa wide receiver Dayton Howard celebrate a touchdown during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Column | After what could’ve been a shot to the face, Iowa football delivers its signature win of 2024

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 12, 2024

After getting pelted in the face by Hawkeye Drew Stevens’ first-quarter kickoff, the unfortunate Iowa fan had some wise words to say.  “That ball is going a lot faster than you really think...

Holy Cross guard Mary-Elizabeth Donnelly shoots the ball during an NCAA Tournament First Round game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 16 Holy Cross at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, March 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Crusaders, 91-65.

Iowa women’s basketball lands commitment from 2025 four-star center Layla Hays

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 12, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team landed a big commitment on Saturday, as center Layla Hays became the first recruiting commit for new head coach Jan Jensen.  Hays made her announcement via a joint...

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton is tackled by Washington defensive back Ephesians Prysock during a football game between Iowa and Washington at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.

Iowa football demolishes Washington, 40-16, behind strong running game and timely defense

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 12, 2024

Following a disappointing loss to Ohio State last weekend, the Iowa football team bounced back with a 40-16 victory over Washington in their Big Ten home opener on Saturday in front of a capacity crowd...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara walks off the field after fumbling the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Cade McNamara passed for 98 yards and had 14 completions. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Live updates | Iowa football returns to Kinnick Stadium, welcomes improving Washington

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 12, 2024

IOWA CITY — The Iowa football team is back in action at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, this time hosting an improving Washington offense that is coming off of a win against ranked Michigan. The...

Alyssa Mahrt celebrates with her teammates after scoring the winning goal during the Iowa women’s soccer game against Wisconsin at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Thursday Oct. 10. The Hawkeyes fell short and lost 2-1.

Photos: Iowa soccer vs. Wisconsin

Jessy Lane, Photojournalist October 11, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes women’s soccer team lost to the Wisconsin Badgers, 2-1, at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Thursday. Maggie Johnston, a graduate student, scored Iowa’s only...

Kid captain Jackson Casteel participates in the Swarm during Kids Day at Kinnick on Aug. 10, 2024. Casteel was diagnosed at six weeks with hondrodysplasia Punctata X-Linked Recessive Type 1.

Iowa football Kid Captain Jackson Casteel brings the party with him

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

While Jackson Casteel is non-verbal, the 7-year-old boy still makes his voice heard — and that voice is uniquely his. The boy from Panora, Iowa, has an augmented and alternative communication, or...

Inés Garcia Prado (34) and Theresa Ricci (27) celebrate the Hoosier's game winning goal during a field hockey game between No. 12 Iowa and Indiana at Grant Field in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. The Hoosiers defeated the Hawkeyes 2-1 in double overtime.

Photos: No. 12 Iowa field hockey vs. Indiana

Wyatt Goodale, Photojournalist October 11, 2024

The Indiana Hoosiers defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 2-1 in double overtime at Grant Field in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. Iowa's record now stands at 6-5 while Indiana's rose to 6-6. Next Iowa...

Defenseman Maggie Johnston listens to the head referee before an Iowa Soccer match on Thursday Sept, 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 2-1.

Iowa women’s soccer notebook | Badgers stun No. 9 Iowa soccer, handing over first loss of season

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter October 11, 2024

After holding a 1-0 lead for much of Thursday’s contest with Wisconsin in Iowa City, No. 9 Iowa soccer ultimately dropped its conference matchup, 2-1 — delivering the Hawkeyes their first loss...

Iowa fans celebrate after a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Where and when to watch Iowa football battle Washington on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

The Iowa football will host Washington for its Big Ten home opener on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes aim for their second conference win against the Huskies, who upset then-No. 10 Michigan...

Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka embraces teammates during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Egbuka received 71 yards, averaging 7.9 per carry, and had three touchdowns. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 7 of the college football season

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 11, 2024

Power Rankings Ohio State — Who else would be number one right now? Oregon — Oregon could steal the top spot with a win over OSU this weekend.  Penn State — We knew they’d be good,...