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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

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton carries the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Moulton carried the ball for 50 yards and two touchdowns.

Five things to watch ahead of No. 25 Iowa’s season-opener against Illinois State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 29, 2024

1. Offense without Kirk Ferentz  For the first time in his 26 years at the helm in Iowa, Kirk Ferentz will not be roaming the sidelines, and that absence coincides with the maiden voyage of a new...

Iowa forward Kenzie Roling chase the ball during a women's soccer game between Iowa and Rutgers at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Oct. 1, 2023.

Iowa women’s soccer notebook | Hawkeyes tie No. 12 Texas, follow up with decisive 3-0 win against Florida Gulf Coast

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter August 29, 2024

The No. 25 Iowa women’s soccer team traveled down south to face No. 12 Texas in a highly anticipated top-25 matchup. Both the Hawkeyes and Longhorns won their respective conference championships in 2023,...

Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa runs the ball to the end zone after an interception during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022. Nwankpa’s interception return went for 52 yards and a touchdown. The Hawkeyes became the 2022 TransPerfect  Music City Bowl champions after defeating the Wildcats, 21-0.

Iowa third-year defensive back Xavier Nwankpa maturing into key role on Hawkeye defense

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor August 29, 2024

Growing up, Xavier Nwankpa was known for his competitiveness in gym class. “He always ruled the school when it came to P.E. classes,” his mother, Amy Erickson, recalls.  Despite his competitive...

Iowa running back LeShun Daniels, Jr. runs with the ball during the Iowa-Illinois State game in Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes will face the red birds on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

Iowa football scouting report | Illinois State

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor August 29, 2024

After months of waiting, fans will be thrilled to know the 2024 Iowa football season is finally here. In a matter of hours, the Hawkeyes will take the field to AC/DC’s “Back in Black” in front...

Las Vegas center Megan Gustafson and Minnesota forward Alanna Smith run for a loose ball during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Las Vegas Aces at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. The Lynx defeated the Aces, 87-74. The teams faced off a two days prior in Las Vegas, where the Lynx won, 98-87.

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark back to dominating the league post-Olympic break

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter August 29, 2024

The WNBA is back in action after Team USA’s gold medal quest in the 2024 Paris Olympics — a successful journey that didn’t include Caitlin Clark. After a whole month off from play, the monster...

Indiana guard Caitlin Clark shoots the ball over Minnesota forward Bridget Carleton during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Indiana Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024. The Lynx defeated the Fever, 90-80.

Caitlin Clark once again makes history as Fever continue scorching playoff run

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 28, 2024

Caitlin Clark continued to make history as the Indiana Fever stoked the flame of its post-Olympics hot streak in an 84-80 win over the Connecticut Sun Tuesday night. Sitting at 15-16, Indiana occupies...

Indiana guard Caitlin Clark grabs a rebound during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Indiana Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024. The Lynx defeated the Fever, 90-80.

How Caitlin Clark went from stadium stands to selling them out

Jami Martin-Trainor, Executive Editor August 27, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS — The number 23 now lives in the rafters of Minneapolis’ Target Center indefinitely. After the Minnesota Lynx took on the Indiana Fever Saturday and came out on top, 90-80, the...

Spencer Lee answers questions from the media during a press conference held in the Goschke Family Wrestling Training Center on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

Former Hawkeye wrestling great Spencer Lee concludes Olympic journey, unsatisfied with silver

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor August 27, 2024

The Olympic journey of former Hawkeye wrestling great Spencer Lee has come to a close — but not quite how he had hoped. Competing at 57 kilograms, Lee’s journey to the Olympics began with a...

Iowa midfield Dionne van Aalsum attempts a goal up the field during a field hockey match between No. 1 Iowa and Michigan State at Grand Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023. The Hawkeyes will face Miami University at Grant Field on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.

Iowa field hockey will feature a younger roster in 2024-25

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter August 27, 2024

Following an NCAA Tournament berth a season ago, the Iowa field hockey team is poised for another successful season under the leadership of Lisa Cellucci, who is entering her 11th year as head coach. Like...

Portrait of Aleksandra Stojanovic

Iowa volleyball’s Serbian addition readies for season start

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter August 27, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team ventured abroad this offseason, adding Serbian middle hitter Aleksandra Stojanovic to its 2024 recruiting class. Stojanovic is one of two international members on the roster,...

Iowa football players and coaches walk onto the field before the Big Ten championship football game between No.18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 26-0.

Point/Counterpoint | What will Iowa football’s record be this year?

Colin Votzmeyer and Brad Schultz August 27, 2024

10-2 Based on last season’s 10-2 finish against many odds, this season should be defined by a lack of excuses. That is, there is no reason this team shouldn’t finish 10-2 again. The Hawkeyes...

Iowa head coach Dave Dilanni teaches the team a drill during an Iowa Women’s Soccer open practice at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Friday, May 10, 2024. Iowa women’s soccer claimed the Big Ten title last year, the second in program history.

Q&A | Iowa women’s soccer Coach Dave DiIanni addresses team improvements and expectations for the 2024 season

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter August 27, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What players have stood out to you most in pre-season training? Dave Dilanni: We have an interesting mix. [We are] incredibly old with very experienced players who have [played...