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The Daily Iowan

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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Forward Maya Hansen celebrates a improvable goal during an Iowa Soccer match on Sept, 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 2-1.

Iowa women’s soccer making major strides on offense

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter October 1, 2024

The Iowa women’s soccer team experienced a breakthrough season in 2023, winning the Big Ten tournament as an eighth seed and securing the program’s fourth-ever trip to the NCAA tournament. Iowa...

Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) reacts after a first down against the Detroit Lions during the second half of the NFC Championship football game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 4

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 1, 2024

Former Hawkeye football defenders have proved Iowa is a defensive powerhouse across the fourth week of NFL action. Jewell, a Carolina Panthers linebacker, continues to show he’s one of the better...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey lunges for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Lachey had seven catches 89 yards. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes Luke Lachey, Kaleb Johnson take different perspectives of a homecoming

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2024

When Iowa football’s Luke Lachey walks onto the field at Ohio Stadium, he’ll be sure to soak in the more than 100,000 fans in attendance. While a majority of the crowd will be rooting against the...

Iowa teammates celebrating after a tennis meet at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreational Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, April 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes swept Penn State, 4-0.

Iowa tennis kicks off season at ITA All-American Championships

Zoe Smith, Sports Reporter September 30, 2024

The Iowa women’s tennis team kicked off its season at the ITA All-American Championships in North Carolina over the last week.  Four athletes from Iowa competed: Fourth-years Marisa Schmidt and...

Fans high-five players after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sept. 21. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Reviewing the Iowa football season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 29, 2024

Through the first four games of the 2024 season, the Iowa football team sits at 3-1. Iowa cruised past Illinois State to open the season on Aug 31, but suffered a devastating 20-19 home loss at the...

Iowa midfielder Dionne van Aalsum sends shot during a field hockey match between Iowa and Delaware at Grant Field on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Hens, 1-0.

Three takeaways from Iowa field hockey’s weekend split against Rutgers and Villanova

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter September 29, 2024

After suffering a 3-2 overtime defeat to Rutgers on Friday, the Iowa field hockey team bounced back with a 2-0 shutout victory against Villanova on Sunday afternoon.  Here are three takeaways from...

Iowa middle hitter Gracie Gibson signals to the Iowa defense during a volleyball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Drake Bulldogs in the third and final game of the Kwik Star Klassic Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 21,2024. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. Gibson scored 13 points for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa volleyball earns hard-fought 3-2 win over Maryland.

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 29, 2024

Following a victory at Rutgers, the Iowa volleyball team continued their east coast road trip with a matchup against Maryland on Saturday.  The Hawkeyes earned a hard-fought, 3-2 victory, improving...

Tournament finalists Brandon Capper and Herve Cantrell face off in the final round of the University of Iowa Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 25 tournament held in the Kinnick Stadium Ted Pacha Family Club on Sept. 28. Each of the two made it through five rounds of competition to make it to the final matchup.

Photos: Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 25

Ethan McLaughlin, Photojournalist September 28, 2024

Participants, sponsors, and attendees filled the Ted Pacha Family Club in Kinnick Stadium for the Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 25, presented by South Slope and Rival Warz on Saturday. The...

Iowa’s Brayden Burnett warms up during a practice outside the Hawkeye Indoor Track Facility in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023.

Iowa cross country country programs earn solid finishes at Gans Creek Classic

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter September 27, 2024

The Iowa cross country runners traveled to Columbia, Missouri, for the Gans Creek Classic on Friday morning. The Hawkeye women placed 12th, while the men came in 13th.  Three third-years set new...

Forward Maya Hansen celebrates a improvable goal during an Iowa Soccer match on Thursday Sept, 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 2-1.

Photos: Iowa Soccer vs. Penn State

Talan Nelson, Photojournalist September 27, 2024

The Iowa women’s soccer team defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions 2-1 on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes fell behind 1-0 after a quick Amelia White goal in the 1st minute of the game. Sofia...

Iowa midfielder Sofia Bush dribbles the ball during a soccer game between Iowa and Nebraska at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 2-0.

No. 18 Iowa soccer scores two early in first to bring home 2-1 win over No. 15 Penn State

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 27, 2024

In a tale of two top-20 teams, the No. 18 Hawkeyes hosted a fierce No. 15 Penn State squad and won, 2-1, behind strong offensive play on Thursday. The Nittany Lions came into this highly anticipated...

Iowa middle hitter Gracie Gibson signals to the Iowa defense during a volleyball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Drake Bulldogs in the third and final game of the Kwik Star Klassic Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 21,2024. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. Gibson scored 13 points for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa volleyball kicks off Big Ten campaign with 3-2 triumph over Rutgers

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 27, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team traveled east for their first Big Ten competition of the 2024-25 season, facing off against Rutgers in a fast-paced showdown at Jersey Mike’s Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey.  Despite...