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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 defender Sam Cary hoists the Big Ten Trophy as Iowa soccer gets recognized during a home opener basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. The Hawkeyes, defeated the Knights, 102-46.

Veteran players on the Iowa women’s soccer team discuss leadership and the importance of welcoming transfers and first-year players

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 3, 2024

In this age of name, image, and likeness, navigating the transfer portal is even more complicated for student-athletes. The access to the portal makes teams’ ability to lead and welcome incoming...

Iowa forwards Berit Parten and Shae Doherty celebrate a goal during a soccer match between Iowa and Wake Forest at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Deacon Demons 2-0.

Three takeaways from week 4 of Big Ten women’s soccer

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 2, 2024

The 2024 Big Ten women’s soccer season is in full swing, and the additions of UCLA, USC, Washington, and Oregon to the conference have generated much intrigue among soccer fans nationwide. Here are...

Iowa midfielder Rile Fetty celebrates with her teammate after her goal during a women's soccer game between Iowa and Rutgers at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Oct. 1, 2023.

Iowa women’s soccer earns shutout 2-0 victory over No. 18 Wake Forest

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 2, 2024

After defeating Florida Gulf Coast on Aug 29, the Iowa women’s soccer team extended their winning streak to two after defeating No. 18 Wake Forest 2-0 on Sunday. The Hawkeyes now move to 3-0-2 on the...

Iowa forwards Berit Parten and Shae Doherty celebrate a goal during a soccer match between Iowa and Wake Forest at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Deacon Demons 2-0.

Photos: Iowa Soccer vs. Wake Forest

Talan Nelson, Photojournalist September 2, 2024

The Iowa women’s soccer team defeated Wake Forest 2-0, at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday. Before the 6:00 p.m kickoff head coach Dave Dilanni received a commemorative ball...

Iowa forward Kenzie Roling chase the ball during a women's soccer game between Iowa and Rutgers at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Oct. 1, 2023.

Iowa women’s soccer notebook | Hawkeyes tie No. 12 Texas, follow up with decisive 3-0 win against Florida Gulf Coast

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter August 29, 2024

The No. 25 Iowa women’s soccer team traveled down south to face No. 12 Texas in a highly anticipated top-25 matchup. Both the Hawkeyes and Longhorns won their respective conference championships in 2023,...

Iowa head coach Dave Dilanni teaches the team a drill during an Iowa Women’s Soccer open practice at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Friday, May 10, 2024. Iowa women’s soccer claimed the Big Ten title last year, the second in program history.

Q&A | Iowa women’s soccer Coach Dave DiIanni addresses team improvements and expectations for the 2024 season

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter August 27, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What players have stood out to you most in pre-season training? Dave Dilanni: We have an interesting mix. [We are] incredibly old with very experienced players who have [played...

Iowa midfielder Josie Durr interacts with teammates before a game between Iowa and Northern Iowa at the UNI soccer field in Cedar Falls on Sept. 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 6-0. Durr played for 54 minutes.

Iowa women’s soccer’s Josie Durr reflects on personal, program growth

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter May 7, 2024

Midfielder Josie Durr, a key player for the Iowa women’s soccer team for seven seasons, is embarking on a new chapter in her life. Graduating from the university, she is shifting her focus to a career...

Iowa midfielder Millie Greer runs for the ball during a soccer game between Iowa and Kansas City at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Roos 2-0.

Iowa women’s soccer continues growth with tough spring schedule

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter April 23, 2024

 The Iowa women’s soccer team had a historic 2023 season, setting a high bar for the future. As the Hawkeyes wrap up their spring schedule, players are focused on developing and getting ready to compete...

Iowa defender Samantha Cary runs onto the field before a soccer game between Iowa and Illinois at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023. Sunday’s game marked Iowa’s Big 10 home opener. The Hawkeyes and the Fighting Illini tied 1-1.

Samantha Cary becomes Iowa’s first National Women’s Soccer League draftee

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter January 13, 2024

Former Iowa women’s soccer defender Samantha Cary made history on Friday by becoming the first Hawkeye to be drafted into the National Women’s Soccer League. Cary was drafted by Racing Louisville...

Iowa defender Sam Cary hoists the Big Ten Trophy as Iowa soccer gets recognized during a home opener basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. The Hawkeyes, defeated the Knights, 102-46.

Column | Iowa women’s soccer set up for success after historic postseason run

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 20, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team’s season ended after a 3-2 loss to SEC champion Georgia in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Nov. 17. The Hawkeyes had a historic 2023 season. They went...

The University of Iowa’s soccer team celebrates a goal in the first round game of the NCAA women’s soccer tournament against Bucknell University on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. The game was hosted at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bison, 2-0.

Iowa women’s soccer knocked out of NCAA Tournament after falling to Georgia, ending historic postseason

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 17, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team lost, 3-2, to Georgia in the second round of the NCAA Tournament Friday afternoon at Riggs Field in Clemson, South Carolina — putting an end to a historic postseason. It...

Iowa midfielder Josie Durr goes for a header during a women's soccer game between Iowa and Rutgers at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Iowa women’s soccer hopes to carry hot form into second round of NCAA Tournament

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 16, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team will play SEC Tournament champion Georgia in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday in Clemson, South Carolina. This will be the first meeting between the two...