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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

Maryland head coach Michael Locksley speaks at a press conference during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media. Locksley led the Terrapins to a 8-5 record for the 2023 season.

Michael Locksley, Brian Ferentz, and Grandma’s chocolate chip cookie recipe

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 26, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- For Maryland head coach Michael Locksley, expanding the room is never something to shy away from. Whether that’s hiring more minority head coaches such as Michigan’s Sherrone Moore,...

Minnesota Running Back Darius Taylor speaks with media during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media.

Big Ten Football Media Days Notebook | Washington seeks unity, Maryland dreams big, Minnesota collaborates offensively

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 25, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- As a former Pac-12 school, Washington touched down at Lucas Oil Stadium as an unfamiliar foe, but the Huskies might also question their reflection as they arrive in Indianapolis as...

Jul 9, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; The WNBA logo on the court at Crypto.com Arena.

WNBA finalizes new media rights contract worth $2.2 billion total

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

The WNBA has finalized a new, 11-year, media rights contract worth $2.2 billion, The Athletic reported Wednesday. Starting in 2026, the agreement aligns the league’s broadcasting rights to the Walt...

Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan prepares to throw the ball during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Sullivan caught 12 completions on 19 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa’s Brendan Sullivan’s competitive spirit and determination leave indelible mark

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – Quarterback Brendan Sullivan left Northwestern behind for Big Ten foe Iowa this offseason, but he didn’t leave any bad blood or resentment with the Wildcats. Rather, Sullivan’s...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks with media during day two of Big Ten Football Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Iowa, UCLA, USC, Michigan State, Nebraska, and Penn State answered questions from the media.

Big Ten Football Media Days Notebook | Kirk Ferentz optimistic with Iowa’s options at receiver, offensive line, cornerback

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – The black and blue inside Lucas Oil Stadium received a splash of gold Wednesday when Kirk Ferentz, his tie, and the Iowa Hawkeyes strolled in for Big Ten Football Media Days. Ferentz,...

Big Ten comissioner Tony Pettiti speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Pettiti recognized Iowa Women’s Basketball for their achievements throughout the season during the press conference.

Big Ten Football Media Day Notebook | Tony Petitti talks conference expansion, new replay review center

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 23, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- In what has become an annual summer tradition, local and national media members unite at Lucas Oil Stadium for Big Ten Football Media Days. This time around, plenty of extra seats lined...

Rylee Pierson and Andrew Carter play each other on the new EA Sports College Football 25 video game at the McDonald Hughes Center in Tuscaloosa.

“Back in the Game”: An Iowa football fan guide to EA Sports College Football 25

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 23, 2024

After 11 years of eager waiting, Iowa football fans can finally celebrate the anticipated return of the EA Sports College Football series to the market. The series was placed on hiatus following...

Oct, 1986; Unknown location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Hayden Fry on the sidelines during the 1986 season

What If? | Iowa football’s disappointing loss in the 1986 Rose Bowl

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 23, 2024

1985 was a milestone year for the Iowa football program under seven-year head coach Hayden Fry. The Hawkeyes climbed to No. 1 in the AP Poll for just the second time in team history after a dominating...

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark continues record-breaking season in first All-Star Game nod

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark continues record-breaking season in first All-Star Game nod

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor July 23, 2024

Caitlin Clark’s assisting ways have set her a handful of WNBA records — despite it being just her first year — heading into the league’s three-week break for the 2024 Summer Olympics. In...

Iowa’s Austin West runs in the men’s 60-meter hurdles prelim during the Hawkeye Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building in Iowa City on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. West qualified for the finals after running 8.04 seconds. The Hawkeye Invitational hosted Ball State, Bradley, Indian Hills, Iowa, Iowa Central, Missouri, Northern Iowa, Western Illinois, Wis.-River Falls, and unattached individuals.

Hawkeye multi-event athlete Austin West embraces coaching role in fellow West High hurdler’s journey to state title

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor July 23, 2024

His two feet planted on the rough track, the legs above them warm but not fully regenerated after a grueling long jump competition, the last two years culminated in this moment.  A series of hurdles...

Iowa quarteback Brad Banks drops back for a pass during the spring game at Kinnick Stadium on April 20, 2002.

What If? | Iowa football’s painful loss to Iowa State in 2002

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 16, 2024

The 2001 season marked a turning point for the Iowa Hawkeye football program under head coach Kirk Ferentz. Iowa had only won four combined games during Ferentz’s first two seasons. The Hawkeyes...

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) shakes hands with Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) during team introductions on Friday, July 12, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Phoenix Mercury, 95-86.

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark furthers Rookie of the Year potential with all-around efforts

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor July 16, 2024

Caitlin Clark made it even harder to argue against her running for the WNBA’s Rookie of the Year award as she posted arguably her best week of stats yet. That effort began with a bang on July...