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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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Iowa wrestler Sam Stoll walks off the mat after losing his match to Michigan wrestler Adam Coon at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 19-17.
 (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

UI wrestler Sam Stoll injured after gunshot wound

Adam Hensley, [email protected] June 19, 2018
Sam Stoll, a member of the University of Iowa wrestling program, was shot in the knee early on the morning of June 19.
Landon Donovan of the United States celebrates after scoring against Mexico in the second half during 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying at Columbus Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013. Donovan is encouraging Americans to root for Mexico in the World Cup, after the U.S. failed to qualify. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS)

Ronaldo and Mexico headline World Cup’s first weekend

Jordan Zuniga, [email protected] June 19, 2018

Before the start of each World Cup, there is a ridiculous amount of hype surrounding the tournament. It seems as if it would be impossible to live up to that hype, yet every tournament does, and...

Iowa's Cole McDonald delivers a pitch during Iowa's Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State on Thursday, May 24, 2018. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 2-0. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Predicting Iowa baseball’s Friday night pitcher

Adam Hensley and Pete Ruden June 19, 2018

Cole McDonald After the 2018 MLB Draft took five Hawkeyes from head coach Rick Heller’s 2018 squad, including its two best hitters, there’s a need for replacements more than just at the plate. Iowa...

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) tries to drive past Indiana Pacers' Paul George (13) in the second half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series, Monday, April 17, 2017, in Cleveland. The Cavaliers won 117-111. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers – complete chaos

Adam Hensley, [email protected] June 19, 2018

I love chaos. OK, let me rephrase that. I love NBA chaos. So, when news broke that Spurs’ All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard wanted to be traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, I sat back and opened Twitter,...

Iowa center Megan Gustafson huddles with teammates before shooting free throws after drawing a foul while making a basket during an Iowa/Purdue women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 76-70. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Women’s basketball loses Martin for 2018-19

June 18, 2018

By Adam Hensley [email protected] The Iowa women’s basketball team will be without one of its incoming freshmen for the 2018-19 season. Hawkeye Kate Martin will redshirt the season after...

Hawkeye infielder, Sophomore Lorenzo Elion, leisurely runs home during the eight run streak of the third inning during Men's Baseball at Duane Banks Fields on Wednesday Apr. 25, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 12-4. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Baseball Hawkeyes start their summer leagues

Adam Hensley, [email protected] June 18, 2018

With the regular season over, Hawkeye baseball players turn their attention to the summer leagues, playing across the country. Here’s a rundown of how the top Hawkeyes have been doing recently. Ben...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a touchdown pass during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Stanley’s potential shines entering Year 2

Pete Ruden, [email protected] June 15, 2018

Perhaps there was no better Nate Stanley last season than the one who showed off a special No. 4 jersey covered in black with a hint of charcoal gray and included splashes of the famous Iowa gold with...

An Iowa football helmet on the sideline during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

UI athletics announces Hall Class of 2018

Adam Hensley, [email protected] June 15, 2018

On June 14, the Iowa Athletics Department announced the 2018 Hall of Fame Class. The recipients are Kineke Alexander, Jared DeVries, Chris Hatcher, Sarah Lynch, Alexis Maday, Jeff McGinness, Bob...

Landon Donovan of the United States celebrates after scoring against Mexico in the second half during 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying at Columbus Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013. Donovan is encouraging Americans to root for Mexico in the World Cup, after the U.S. failed to qualify. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS)

Who to watch: World Cup 2018

Jordan Zuniga, [email protected] June 15, 2018

Every four years, 32 countries select their 23 best soccer players and head for the world’s biggest sporting event: the FIFA World Cup. It’s by far the most-watched sporting event, attracting...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook reacts after the final buzzer against Indiana University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. The Hoosiers defeated the Hawkeyes 84 to 82. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye basketball benefiting from NBA hopefuls

Pat Lynch, [email protected] June 15, 2018

After testing the NBA Draft this past spring, juniors Isaiah Moss and Tyler Cook should bring experience and improvement to the court in the upcoming Iowa basketball season. Moss and Cook entered...

Iowa's Tyler Cook (5) shoots the ball over Drake's Kory Kuenstling (32) during the Hy-Vee Classic men's basketball tournament at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017. The Hawkeyes beat the Bulldogs 90-64. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hy-Vee Classic ending in 2018

Adam Hensley, [email protected] June 15, 2018

2018 will mark the last year of the Hy-Vee Classic, the University of Iowa announced on June 14. Since 2012, Iowa, Iowa State, Northern Iowa, and Drake have met in Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines...

Iowa's Jack Nunge goes for a lay up during tonight's Prime Time game at North Liberty Community Center on Thursday, July 13, 2017. Playoffs for Prime Time begin on Sunday with the league hosting its final game on July 23 (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Prime Time League ends after 32 years

Adam Hensley, [email protected] June 14, 2018

Prime Time, the offseason basketball league in which Iowa and Northern Iowa players could showcase their talent, has run its last fast break. Randy Larson, the league’s founder and director, on...