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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 defensive back Michael Ojemudia breaks up a pass to Allen Lazard in the end zone during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime.

Young Hawkeye cornerbacks ready to prove worth

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor August 23, 2018

Cornerback has been a strong suit for Hawkeye football in recent years, always having someone locking down one side of the field and making life easier for the rest of the defense. But this year, there...

Iowa golfer Kristin Glesne stands for a portrait at the Hoak Practice Facility at the Finkbine Gold Course on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa women’s golf reaches pivotal point

Michael Whalen, Sports Reporter August 21, 2018

This could be the year that Iowa women’s golf starts to make its jump to success. The team is full of old faces, with the addition of some new young talent to round out the roster. The 2017-18 season...

Iowa's Sarah Kurtz is introduced before a softball game between Iowa and Purdue on Sunday, May 6, 2018. The Boilermakers spoiled the Hawkeyes' senior day, 6-0. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye softball eyes revival under Gillispie’s helm

James Geerdes, Sports Reporter August 21, 2018

When new Hawkeye softball head coach Renee Gillispie walked on to campus in June to take over her duties, there was plenty of work to be done. The Hawkeyes had not seen a glimmer of a winning softball...

Iowa Volleyball head coach Bond Shymansky speaks to the media at Iowa Volleyball Media Day at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, August 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes kick off their 2018 season on August 25 against Southern Methodist University at the LUV Invitational in Nashville, Tennessee, and open at home on September 9 against Eastern Illinois. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

‘True Mental Toughness’ for Hawkeye volleyball

Lauren Jimmerson, Sports Reporter August 21, 2018

Iowa volleyball head coach Bond Shymansky and the 2018 squad are focused on the same mission as they amp up for the fall season. The team will begin the season striving for “True Mental Toughness”...

Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin takes the handoff during the game between Iowa and North Texas at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday Sept. 16, 2017. Iowa won 31-14. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye football narrowing down starting positions

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor August 21, 2018

Starting positions are starting to line up for Hawkeye football with the season kicking off in just 10 days. While some starters (such as quarterback) are obviously clear, a few are still up for grabs. Iowa...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook (5) dunks the ball over Wisconsin's Ethan Happ (22) during the NCAA men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes are going into the game with a conference record of 1-7. Iowa went on to defeat Wisconsin 85-67. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Big Ten schedule set for Hawkeye basketball

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor August 21, 2018

Just a few days after Iowa released its nonconference slate of games for 2018, the Big Ten announced its schedule for the 2018-19 season. For the first time in conference history, the Big Ten schedule...

Iowa tight end Noah Fant scores a touchdown during the game between Iowa and North Texas at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017. The Hawkeyes went on to defeat the Mean Green 31-14. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa tight end Noah Fant named AP first-team All-American

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor August 21, 2018

Iowa tight end Noah Fant earned another accolade Aug. 21 when he was named a first-team All-American by the Associated Press. Fant, a junior, led all Football Bowl Subdivision tight ends in 2017 with...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin evades Nebraska defensive back Marquel Dismuke during the Iowa/Nebraska football game in Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 56-14. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football names Kelly-Martin as starting running back

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor August 21, 2018

Offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz said on Tuesday during Iowa's coordinator availability that running back Ivory Kelly-Martin will be Iowa's starter when the Hawkeyes kick things off against Northern...

Iowa offensive players throw around a football in the University of Iowa Indoor Practice Facility during Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 10, 2018. Iowa will open the 2018 football season at home against Northern Illinois on Saturday, September 1.

Hawkeye football hosts Big Ten Network

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor August 21, 2018

The Big Ten Network travelled to Iowa City on Monday - despite the rain - and came to Iowa football's practice, giving Hawkeye fans a glimpse of day-to-day operations. Iowa linebacker Amani Jones gave...

Quarterback Nate Stanley poses for a portrait during Iowa Football media day on Aug. 10.

Nate Stanley gives Iowa football a voice for its offense

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor August 21, 2018

With one year under his belt as the starting quarterback, Nate Stanley has grown into his role as a vital leader of the Hawkeye offense. Stanley’s progression from fighting for a backup position to...

Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl drives for a layup against Alabama State in Carver-Hawkeye on Nov. 12, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hornets, 92-58.

Previewing Iowa basketball’s non-conference schedule

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley August 21, 2018

Nov. 4, Carver-Hawkeye, Guilford (2017-18 record: 15-12) The Quakers don’t necessarily make opponents quake in their boots, but a balanced scoring offense works in their favor. Last season, Guilford...