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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 pitcher Brody Brecht throws a warmup during a baseball game between Northwestern and Iowa at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City, Iowa. Friday, May 3, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 9-2.

Hawkeye pitcher Brody Brecht goes 38th to Rockies in MLB Draft

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 15, 2024

Former Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht was selected 38th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the MLB Draft Sunday night. Brecht becomes the Hawkeyes’ highest draft pick since 1990 and the sixth Iowa hurler...

Former Iowa basketball player Michael Reaves (11) sits for a team photo in 1986. (Contributed by Iowa Digital Archives)

What If? | Men’s basketball’s blown lead in the 1987 West Regional Final

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor July 9, 2024

The 1986-87 season was unfolding like a fairytale for the Iowa men’s basketball program. The Hawkeyes won a school record of 30 games and vaulted to the No. 1 ranking in the AP Poll for the first...

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) smiles in an interview after becoming the first rookie to have a triple-double Saturday, July 6, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark makes history as first-ever WNBA rookie to score triple-double

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor July 9, 2024

Caitlin Clark’s history-making habits have not stopped since her transition to the WNBA. On July 6, she became the first-ever WNBA rookie to record a triple-double. Clark posted a stat line of...

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) goes up for a shot over Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) on June 30, 2024, at Footprint Center in Phoenix.

Hawks in the WNBA | Aces heat up, Clark aids in come-from-behind win

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor July 2, 2024

Caitlin Clark provided yet another pair of solid stat lines in the Indiana Fever’s slate of games this past week, despite spotty shooting and nagging turnover struggles. To begin the week, the...

Iowa quarterback Ricky Stanzi practices on the sideline during Iowa's first home game against UNI on Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. Stanzi threw for 242 yards during the 17-16 win over the Panthers.

What If? | Ricky Stanzi’s fateful injury

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor July 2, 2024

Ahead of the 2009 season, expectations were high for Kirk Ferentz and the Iowa football team. His 2008 squad finished the year on a four-game winning streak to end the season 9-4, highlighted by...

A general view of construction of the Eiffel Tower Stadium, the venue for beach volleyball, in preparation for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games.

Hawkeyes set to represent UI, countries in upcoming Summer Olympics

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor July 2, 2024

Although Paris, France, sits worlds away from Iowa City, Iowa, a handful of Hawkeyes will represent the Black and Gold there in the upcoming Summer Olympics from July 26 to Aug. 11. Leading the...

Jun 23, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) drives to the basket against Chicago Sky guard Dana Evans (11) during the first half of a basketball game at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Former Iowa women’s basketball star Cailtin Clark named WNBA All-Star in rookie campaign

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor July 2, 2024

Former Iowa women's basketball star Caitlin Clark continues to rack up awards. On Tuesday, Clark was named a WNBA All-Star after a sensational start to her rookie campaign with the Indiana Fever, where...

Iowa guard Payton Sandfort backs down a defender during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 81-67.

Iowa men’s basketball’s newcomers look to flip the script after disappointing 2023-24 campaign

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor June 25, 2024

One could say the 2024-25 season is an important one for the Iowa men’s basketball program. The Hawkeyes suffered through a disappointing 2023-24 campaign. After missing the NCAA Tournament for...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles down at the WBCA Wade Trophy during the award news conference at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland, Ohio, on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark finding footing as well-rounded offensive threat

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor June 25, 2024

Caitlin Clark is finding her footing as not only a scoring weapon but a well-rounded offensive threat as she navigated a three-game stretch with the Indiana Fever this week. The first of the week’s...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Iowa football wide receiver Kaleb Brown arrested for OWI, fake ID charges

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor June 24, 2024

Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown was arrested in Iowa City early Sunday morning on charges of operating while intoxicated and possessing a fictitious ID, as first reported by 247 Sports. The possible punishments...

Iowa second-year javelin thrower Mike Stein preparing for Olympic Trials

Iowa second-year javelin thrower Mike Stein preparing for Olympic Trials

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor June 18, 2024

The 2024 Summer Olympics are right around the corner, and Hawkeye javelin thrower Mike Stein is in search of the opportunity of a lifetime. Athletes continue their rigorous training sessions with...

Jun 10, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts after her third foul against the Connecticut Sun in the second quarter at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Opinion | Women’s basketball fans will watch Team USA in Paris, but Clark’s absence still hurts

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor June 18, 2024

The dust has settled, and Caitlin Clark has officially been excluded from the Team USA women’s basketball squad in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics making two things clear. First and foremost, it...