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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa 180-pound Kylie Welker wrestles North Central’s Brittyn Corbishley during the 2024 NCC Open Tournament at the North Central College Recreation Center in Naperville, Ill, on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. Iowa finished second place just behind North Central with a team score of 148.5 points. Welker finished in first place.

Iowa women’s wrestler Kylie Welker shines in tournament debut

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter December 22, 2024

Iowa women’s wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun knew the roster she would bring to the North Central College Open on Dec. 15 would be lighter than previous competitions.  With finals week right...

Payton Sandfort looks to dribble past Jah Short during the Holiday Hoopla matchup between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the New Orleans Privateers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 15 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes claimed victory, 104-57.

Iowa men’s basketball survives track meet, beats Utah 95-88

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 21, 2024

It was a game that featured lead changes, scoring runs, sloppy defense, and the pace of a track meet, but the Iowa men's basketball team found a way to cross the finish line on top, securing an 95-88 victory...

Taylor Stremlow reacts to a three-pointer during the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series, a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 75-69.

Iowa women’s basketball overcomes Northern Iowa’s comeback attempt, secures 92-86 home victory

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter December 20, 2024

The No. 22 Iowa women’s basketball team overcame in-state rival Northern Iowa’s second-half comeback attempt to secure a 92-86 home victory on Friday. Lucy Olsen logs 21 points, seven assists, and...

Lucy Olsen passes the ball during the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series, a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 75-69.

No. 22 Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes ready for Northern Iowa after nail-biting loss to undefeated Michigan State

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter December 20, 2024

After a close 68-66 defeat at the hands of an unbeaten Michigan State squad, the No. 22 Iowa women’s basketball team is poised to return to the court to take on Northern Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates after victory over No. 2 Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 86-85. Clark recorded 34 points, nine defensive rebounds, and nine assists.

Iowa to retire Caitlin Clark’s jersey number on Feb. 2, 2025

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 18, 2024

Caitlin Clark's No. 22 is already on the court, but soon it will hang from the rafters. The Iowa Athletics Department announced plans Wednesday to retire Clark's number during a ceremony on Feb. 2...

Iowa fans celebrate as a field goal is made to win the game in the last six seconds during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Missouri

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

The Iowa football team will close out its season against Missouri in the Music City Bowl, returning to Nashville for the first time since 2022 when it shut out Kentucky, 21-0. The Hawkeyes are 6-7...

An official separates the Hawkeyes and Huskers for the coin toss before a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

On The Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of bowl games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

Music City Bowl: Iowa vs. No. 19 Missouri  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (41-25): Iowa – Almost went to Mizzou. Please prove me right, Hawkeyes.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (43-23): Missouri...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves tackles Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide to bowl season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden December 17, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (13-22-1, $1,200) Picks:  Missouri -3 This game is quite a toss-up with the most explosive options for both teams opting out. Missouri will be without star receiver Luther Burden...

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.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s matchup against Missouri

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

1. Carrying the burden  Missouri will be without one of its top offensive weapons in wide receiver Luther Burden III, who opted out of the bowl game in preparation for the NFL draft. A likely first-round...

Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Around the Big Ten | Power rankings, matchups ahead of bowl games, postseason

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor December 17, 2024

Power Rankings Oregon — I don’t see the Ducks losing until Georgia finds ’em. Ohio State — The Buckeyes beat Penn State ... Penn State — Beat the teams you should, lose to those...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz observes players during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa football will bridge to balance this offseason

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

​The NFL began unrestricted free agency in 1993. Once a player’s contract expires, they are free to sign with any team they choose. Nearly 30 years later, the NCAA finds itself in a similar situation...

Stanford No. 23 133-pound Tyler Knox wrestles Iowa No. 7 Drake Ayala during No. 2 Iowa’s first home dual against No. 20 Stanford at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tree, 32-9. Ayala was defeated by Stanford No. 23 Tyler Knox.

Opinion | Big Ten Conference remains premier men’s wrestling destination

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter December 17, 2024

It’s been 17 years since the last time a Big Ten wrestling program was not crowned champion at the NCAA national championships. The last non-Big Ten team to win that coveted title was the Big...