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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa's #7 ranked 165 pound Alex Marinelli takes down Northwestern's Michael Sepke during the Iowa vs. Northwestern dual meet on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the wildcats 33-2. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Five lead Hawkeyes into Big Tens

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 21, 2018
Iowa wrestling closed out the regular season with a powerful win over Iowa State; now, the Hawkeyes follow their leaders for Big Tens and Nationals.
Iowa's Tashee Hargrave passes the baton to Iowa's anchor, Kylie Welch, during the 4x400 at the Black and Gold Premier on Jan. 27, 2018. Iowa placed first in the relay with a time of 3:45.13.  (Matthew Finley/The Daily Iowan)

Track sets sights on Big Tens

Andrew Donlan, [email protected] February 21, 2018
Iowa track and field wants to make sure this is the year it breaks through in the Big Ten Championships.
Iowa G Jordan Bohannon dribbles during a basketball game between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the visiting Spartans, 96-93. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Point/Counterpoint: Iowa’s Jordan Bohannon, the point guard?

Pete Ruden, [email protected] February 20, 2018
Sports editors clash in a debate for the ages — is Jordan Bohannon a true point guard?
Iowa guard Makenzie Meyer attempts a shot during the Iowa/Wisconsin basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 88-61. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Sunday’s Pink Out More than a Game

Jordan Zuniga, [email protected] February 20, 2018
The Hawkeyes are hotter than a sauna, and Sunday’s ‘pink-out’ gave them reason to turn up the heat even higher on Wisconsin.
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)

Basketball searching for more after Indiana loss

Adam Hensley, [email protected] February 20, 2018
Iowa’s last two home games, both coming against better teams, have all been winnable; the Hawkeyes had a shot at knocking off Indiana, but couldn’t play a complete game.
Iowa's Dylan Ellsworth performs on the floor during the Iowa/Illinois men's gymnastics meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018. Ellsworth scored a 13.350 on floor. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes, 404.700-401.850, to lose their home opener. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Gymnastics reset: better, worse, maybe

Taylor McNitt, [email protected] February 19, 2018
GymHawks pull a much-needed win despite an injury, and Huang, Ellsworth represent Iowa in the Winter Cup Challenge finals.
Iowa's Mallory King competes during the annual Black and Gold Intrasquad Meet at the UI Recreation Building on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes will host the next meet on January 13. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Track and field wraps up regular season at Notre Dame

Andrew Donlan, [email protected] February 19, 2018
Iowa’s top athletes didn’t compete this weekend to avoid injuries ahead of the Big Ten Championships, but the Hawkeyes still looked strong in their final regular-season meet.
Swimmers dive into the pool for the Womens 50 yard backstroke during a swim meet between University of Iowa and Western Illinois on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018 at the University Aquatic Center. Swimmers competed in a variety of events including relays and freestyle swimming. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa finishes in 11th at Bigs

Sean Bock, [email protected] February 19, 2018
The Iowa women's swimming team finished in 11th place at the Big Ten Championships.
Allison Doocy pitches for the Hawks at the Pearl Field Hawkeye Softball complex on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. Hawkeyes defeated Kirkwood Community College 5-3. (Ashley Morris/The Daily Iowan)

Doocy shines, work to be done

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 19, 2018
Iowa took to Texas this past weekend and nearly upset the sixth-ranked team in the nation.
Iowa outfielder Robert Neustrom celebrates a run during the Iowa/Ontario baseball game at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Jays, 17-2. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes sweep season-opening series

Pete Ruden, [email protected] February 19, 2018
Iowa baseball had an entertaining opening series where it picked up three wins.
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James shares a laugh in warm-ups before taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The Thunder won, 148-124. (Leah Klafczynski/Akron Beacon Journal/TNS)

Hensley: Don’t silence the King

Adam Hensley, [email protected] February 19, 2018
Laura Ingraham can disagree with LeBron James all she wants, but to say he has no right to express his opinion, well, that’s another story.
Iowa wrestling clobbers the Cyclones - again

Iowa wrestling clobbers the Cyclones – again

Taylor McNitt, [email protected] February 19, 2018
A highly anticipated Iowa/Iowa State wrestling match turns out very much in the Hawkeyes’ favor.