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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’s Jordan Johnson throws a shot-put during the Hawkeye Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building in Iowa City on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. Johnson’s best throw went 17.46 meters. The Hawkeye Invitational hosted Ball State, Bradley, Indian Hills, Iowa, Iowa Central, Missouri, Northern Iowa, Western Illinois, Wis.-River Falls, and unattached individuals.

Q&A | Get to know Iowa thrower Jordan Johnson

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter February 20, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What’s your favorite place to eat in Iowa City? Jordan Johnson: Estella’s. No hesitation. What was your first job? It was actually here. I was working at...

Iowa utility player Sam Peterson celebrating after hitting a home run during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 16-9.

Point/Counterpoint | How many games will Iowa baseball win this season?

Jake Olson and Brad Schultz February 20, 2024

40 The Iowa baseball team enters the 2024 season with some of the highest expectations in program history. Last season, the Hawkeyes eclipsed the 40-win mark and tied the program record for the most...

Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht throws a pitch during the second baseball game of a doubleheader between Iowa and Illinois at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Brecht struck out two Illini in one inning. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes in 13 innings, 7-5.

Iowa baseball unfazed by preseason expectations

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 20, 2024

Entering the 2024 season, the Iowa baseball team faces its biggest preseason expectations in program history. Last season, the Hawkeyes made a name for themselves at the national level in college baseball....

Iowa’s No. 1 141-pound Real Woods wrestles Purdue’s No. 32 Greyson Clark during a wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Area on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 34-6. Woods defeated Clark by major decision, 8-0.

Iowa men’s wrestler Real Woods keeping calm approach amid struggles

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter February 20, 2024

Iowa men’s wrestler Real Woods was undefeated and in the NCAA title match just over a year ago, but it’s a different story this season for the 141-pounder. Woods, who started the season ranked No....

Iowa guard Kate Martin prepares to shoot the ball during a women’s basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 106-89. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

‘She’s our leader:’ How Kate Martin is the heart and soul of the Iowa women’s basketball team

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter February 20, 2024

In basketball, whenever a team has a star player dominating and leading it to victory night in and night out, said team also needs an “enforcer.” For the No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball team, Caitlin...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs after a women’s basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 106-89.

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark becomes Fanatics’ top-selling college athlete after breaking scoring record

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter February 20, 2024

Caitlin Clark is not just the face of college basketball but one of the most popular athletes in all of sports. Last Thursday, the Iowa star guard hit her signature deep three from the Hawkeye logo...

Iowa offensive linebacker James Ferentz celebrates with his teammates after the game against UNI at Kinnick stadium in Iowa City, Iowa on Saturday, September 15, 2012. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 27-16. (The Daily Iowan/Adam Wesley)

James Ferentz announces retirement from NFL

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor February 20, 2024

James Ferentz, son of Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz, announced Monday on social media he is retiring from the NFL. James Ferentz attended Iowa City High School before playing under his father...

Dec 4, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 12-18

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter February 19, 2024

The Sacramento Kings played back-to-back games against potential playoff matchups on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Kings fell to the Suns, 130-125, but bounced back against the Nuggets, 102-98.   Second-year...

Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht throws a ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Field on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 16-9.

Iowa baseball takes two of three in the Shipyard Tournament

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 19, 2024

The Iowa baseball team won two of three contests this weekend while competing in the Shipyard Tournament in Charleston, South Carolina.  On Friday afternoon, Iowa won its season opener against...

Iowa athlete, Marisa Schmidt hits the ball during a tennis meet between Iowa and Drake at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 6-1.

Photos: Iowa tennis vs. Drake

Shaely Odean, Photojournalist February 18, 2024

Iowa’s tennis team defeated Drake 6-1 at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreational Complex on Sunday. Iowa improved their overall record to 4-5, whereas Drakes' record is now 3-5. The Hawkeyes face off...

Iowa No. 7 165-pound Michael Caliendo wrestles Wisconsin No. 5 Dean Hamiti during a men’s wrestling dual between No. 4 Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024. Hamiti won by decision, 14-11. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 34-7.

Photos: Iowa men’s wrestling vs. Wisconsin

Cody Blissett, Visuals Editor February 18, 2024

No. 4 Iowa defeated Wisconsin, 34-7, for the final home dual of the season at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday. Seniors were honored at the end of the dual for the annual senior day. Following Iowa’s...

Iowa 133-pound Brody Teske gestures after defeating Wisconsin Nicolar Rivera during a men’s wrestling dual between No. 4 Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 34-7. (Cody Blissett/ The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s wrestling’s seniors shine in final home meet against Wisconsin

Kenna Roering and Isaac Elzinga February 18, 2024

It was the final dual meet inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena for several Iowa wrestlers on Sunday.  Headlined by Brody Teske and Real Woods, the Hawkeyes rebounded from back-to-back losses and defeated...