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The Daily Iowan

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 forward Annika Herbine shakes hands with Delaware players after a field hockey match between Iowa and Delaware at Grant Field on Sept. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Hens, 1-0.

Herbine sisters adding to Iowa field hockey’s sibling history

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter September 17, 2024

The Iowa field hockey program has had a plethora of sibling duos don the Black and Gold throughout its storied history. Tiffany and Tammy Leister, Missi and Mel Sanders, and Nancy and Katie McLindin...

Iowa players huddle before a game between Iowa and Cal Baptist at Xtream Arena in Coralville on
Sept. 7. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lancers 3-0.

Iowa volleyball players supporting each other on and off the court

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 17, 2024

The Iowa volleyball program has found a burst of energy with a new team dynamic combining many new faces with a few key returning players from last year. The Hawkeyes finished the 2023-24 season...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean carries the ball after a punt return during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Officials later overturned DeJean’s touchdown and ruled his initial contact an invalid fair catch. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 12-10.

Iowa football scouting report | Minnesota

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 17, 2024

Following a disastrous loss against Iowa State, the Iowa football team responded with a 38-21 home win over Troy on Saturday, improving to 2-1 in the young season. Now, Iowa turns its attention...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

Point/Counterpoint | Should Brendan Sullivan take over as Iowa football’s starting quarterback?

Brad Schultz and Colin Votzmeyer September 17, 2024

Yes It’s unfortunate that we have to have this discussion so early in the season, but after seeing Cade McNamara’s first three games, Brendan Sullivan deserves a chance to prove himself as the...

Goalkeeper Macy Enneking high fives teammates before a soccer match between the University of Iowa and Baylor University at the Iowa Soccer Complex  in Iowa City on Sept. 8, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears 3-0.

Q&A | Graduate student goalkeeper Macy Enneking

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 17, 2024

The Daily Iowan: When did you first start playing goalkeeper? Macy Enneking: I first started in goal when I was around four years old. I always loved the position because I felt you could be a hero....

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey gets hit by Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Lachey caught five passes for 77 yards and received more targets later in the game after starting tight end Sam LaPorta exited with injury. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes reflect on the invalid fair catch, discuss offensive improvement and defensive breakdowns

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 17, 2024

Even though the original Floyd of Rosedale trophy is six feet under, the rivalry between the Iowa and Minnesota football teams is more alive than ever.  The two squads have faced off on a near-annual...

Iowa player, Malu Garcia (18), serves the ball during a game between Iowa and Cal Baptist at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lancers 3-0.

Hawkeye volleyball falls to St. Thomas and UW-Milwaukee in Panther Invitational, topple Illinois State

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 15, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team traveled to Milwaukee this weekend to play in the Panther Invitational, hosted by UW-Milwaukee. Despite a 3-1 Friday loss to the St. Thomas Tommies, the Hawkeyes triumphed...

Iowa Marching Band holds up a banner of Lisa Bluder during halftime at a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Lisa Bluder honored in football halftime show

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 15, 2024

Former University of Iowa women’s basketball coach Lisa Bluder has certainly left her mark on the university. Her success at the UI was recently honored with an intricate performance by the Hawkeye...

Iowa forward Delaney Holtey congratulates forward Berit Parten after her goal during a soccer match between the University of Iowa and Baylor University at the Iowa Soccer Complex  in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears 3-0.

Iowa women’s soccer notebook | The No. 17 Hawkeyes stun in-state rival Iowa State in 3-0 shutout win

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 15, 2024

After defeating Big Ten rival Nebraska on Sept 12, the Iowa women’s soccer team continued its week of rivalry games with a road contest against in-state rival Iowa State on Sunday. The Hawkeyes prevailed,...

Iowa defender Fiene ten Seldam fires a pass during a field hockey match between Iowa and Delaware at Grant Field on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Hens, 1-0.

Photos: Iowa vs Delaware Field Hockey

Talan Nelson, Photojournalist September 15, 2024

The No. 6 Iowa field hockey team defeated Delaware, 1-0, at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday. Senior forward Annika Herbine scored the Hawkeyes only goal in the seventeenth minute, assisted by Lieve...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

Highlight to watch: Brendan Sullivan’s first Hawkeye touchdown

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 15, 2024

While Iowa backup quarterback Brendan Sullivan didn't have to do much on his first red zone trip, handing the ball off once to Kaleb Johnson, the Northwestern transfer displayed his potential on his...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Patterson rushed 72 yards total.

Highlight to watch | Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson’s first touchdown of the season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 15, 2024

Iowa second-year running back Jaziun Patterson never saw a snap for the Hawkeyes this season until Saturday, and in spite of the delay, showed no signs of rust. With the Hawkeyes ahead, 31-21, over...