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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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa's Mar'Yea Harris pumps up the Iowa Track and Field squad during the Larry Wieczorek Invitational meet at the Campus Recreation Building on Jan. 20. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa looks to carry momentum from Drake Relays into Big Tens

Andrew Donlan, [email protected] May 10, 2018
Looking back at Iowa’s Big Ten history, there is another chance for success.
Iowa Cornerback Josh Jackson makes a jumping one handed interception during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. Jackson made three interceptions on the day as the Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

The Daily Iowan’s Top Athletes of the year

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 10, 2018
Josh Jackson and Megan Gustafson earned praise throughout the year from The Daily Iowan sports desk.
LeBron James is fouled by C.J. Miles in the third quarter of Game 4 of a second-round playoff series on Monday, May 7, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers won the game 128-93 to sweep the series against the Raptors. (Phil Masturzo/Akron Beacon Journal/TNS)

Point/Counterpoint: Does LeBron James have a clear path to the NBA Finals?

May 8, 2018
After sweeping the Toronto Raptors almost single-handedly, LeBron James and Company now play the waiting game, awaiting the winner of the Boston-Philadelphia series, which brings up a realistic question: Is James’ path to the NBA Finals inevitable?
Iowa's Piotr Smietana serves a ball during the Iowa/Creighton tennis match at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bluejays, 7-0.

Hawkeye tennis poised for improvement

The future is bright for Iowa tennis, despite the Hawkeyes losing key seniors this season.
University of Iowa softball player Allie Wood watches a pitch during a game against the University of Wisconsin on Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 3-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Big Ten Tournament brings one last go-around for seniors

Anna Kayser, [email protected] May 8, 2018
The Big Ten Tournament is the ending to eight softball careers, but that finale has the potential to come on Saturday instead of Thursday.
Iowa running back Akrum Wadley breaks free for a touchdown run during Iowa's game against Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 23, 2017. Penn State defeated Iowa 21-19 on a last second touchdown past. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

How Akrum Wadley meshes in Tennessee

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 8, 2018
With new offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur and an edge in the receiving game, Akrum Wadley is poised to fit just fine in Tennessee.
Iowa pitcher Jack Dreyer walks back to the mound during a game at Duane Banks Fields on Wednesday Apr. 25, 2018. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

The numbers look bright for Iowa baseball’s future

Pete Ruden, [email protected] May 8, 2018
The Hawkeyes have been playing well recently, and the numbers suggest the same.
Iowa outfielder Robert Neustrom makes contact during Iowa's game against Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on Saturday May 5, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 16-14. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Hensley: Iowa baseball heating up at the right time

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 8, 2018

I’m a firm believer that when it comes to postseason play, the better team doesn’t always win — the team that’s the hottest has the best shot. In 2010, my beloved Green Bay Packers went on...

Lea Thompson high fives teammate during Iowa's game against Purdue at Pearl Field on May 5, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated 9-0. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Point/Counterpoint: How far will Iowa softball go in the Big Ten Tournament?

After Big Ten play concluded for Iowa softball on Sunday, the team wound up as the last seed in the Big Ten Tournament. Head coach Marla Looper and her squad finished the regular season with a staggering...

Iowa sophomore Alex Schaake poses for a portrait at Hoak Family Golf Complex on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Golfer Schaake takes on regional

After the conclusion of the Big Ten Championships on April 29, the Hawkeyes felt they had done just enough to make it to an NCAA regional. They finished third in the competition and had preceded their...

Allison Doocy pitches during Iowa's game against Purdue at Pearl Field on May 5, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated 9-0. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

The numbers behind Iowa’s bats

A busy week of games lies ahead of Iowa softball this weekend — that is if it can make it through its first game with Ohio State on Thursday. After finishing just 6-16 in Big Ten play, Iowa softball...

during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3.  (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes need to keep winning as gauntlet lets up

Pete Ruden, [email protected] May 8, 2018

Iowa baseball is in a good place. With series wins over No. 7 Michigan and No. 12 Oklahoma State in the past two weekends, the Hawkeyes have put themselves inside the bubble for the NCAA Tournament. But...