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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 midfielder Elle Otto dribbles 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 hopeful of bounce-back in 2023

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter August 22, 2023

The Iowa soccer team’s 2023 season has begun, and the Hawkeyes are off to a solid start. Iowa came away with a 1-0 victory against Florida Gulf Coast on Aug. 17 and a 2-0 win in their home opener...

Iowa midfielder Maggie Johnston kicks 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.

Photos: Iowa Women’s Soccer vs. Kansas City

Emily Nyberg, Visual Editor August 20, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team defeated Kansas City, 2-0, at their first home game of the season at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday. The game was delayed from its original...

Iowa Soccer Director of Operations Erin Rubright poses for a photo on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Monday, June 12, 2023.

New Iowa soccer Director of Operations Erin Rubright embraces learning while leading

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter June 13, 2023

On June 2, Iowa soccer named Erin Rubright as its new Director of Operations. Prior to working for the Hawkeyes, Rubright had made stops at Liberty and Temple’s football programs as a student...

Iowa midfielder Josie Durr dribbles the ball downfield trailed by Iowa state midfielder Lauren Hernandez during a soccer game at the Cyclone Sports Complex in Ames, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 2-1.

Iowa soccer player Josie Durr embodies durability on the pitch

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter May 2, 2023

Josie Durr’s dream to play for the Hawkeyes didn’t happen right away. The Solon, Iowa, native received two offers to play collegiate soccer during her sophomore year of high school: one from Iowa,...

Iowa midfielder Hailey Rydberg hits the ball with her head as Iowa State midfielder Eva Steckelberg attempts to do the same during a soccer game at the Cyclone Sports Complex in Ames, Iowa, on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 2-1.

Iowa soccer’s Hailey Rydberg talks time as a Hawkeye, future after a five-year college career

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 1, 2022

Hailey Rydberg just finished her fifth season as part of the Hawkeye soccer team and will be graduating in December. Rydberg was a key part of Iowa’s attack during her entire college career, as she...

Iowa midfielder Caroline Halonen goes in to celebrate with teammates after a goal scored by Iowa forward Hailey Rydberg during a soccer game between Iowa and Michigan at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. The Hawkeyes and Wolverines tied, 1-1.

Opinion | Iowa soccer superlatives: best and worst of the year

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 27, 2022

Iowa soccer had an up-and-down season. The Hawkeyes finished the year at 5-6-7 overall, with a record of 2-3-5 in the Big Ten, putting them ninth in the conference. The Daily Iowan will take...

Iowa defender Samantha Cary kicking the ball across field to open teammate during a soccer game between Iowa and DePaul at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022. The Iowa Hawkeyes beat the DePaul Blue Demons, 4-0.

Iowa soccer’s Sam Cary to return in 2023

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 25, 2022

Sam Cary will be using her extra year of eligibility to return to Iowa soccer in 2023. Cary has been a four-year starter and a staple at left back for the Hawkeyes and averaged just under 86 minutes...

Michigan goalkeeper Izzy Nino catches the ball for a game saving block during a soccer game between Iowa and Michigan at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022.

Big Ten soccer regular season in review

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 24, 2022

The 2022 Big Ten women’s soccer regular season has come to a close, and the conference’s top eight teams are gearing up for the Big Ten tournament set for next week.  While Iowa will not be...

Iowa midfielder Caroline Halonen chases the ball down the field during a soccer game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 4-2.

Iowa soccer’s strong second half not enough to beat Penn State

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 23, 2022

The Iowa soccer team tied with Penn State, 1-1, in a back-and-forth game on Sunday at the Iowa Soccer Complex. The Nittany Lions controlled the action early on, outshooting the Hawkeyes, 5-1, in...

Iowa forward Ellie Otto battles with Northern Illinois defender Kylie Hermeyer during a soccer game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 4-2.

Elle Otto proves to be key transfer for Iowa soccer

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 19, 2022

Elle Otto has burst onto the scene in her first season on the Iowa soccer team. The sophomore, who transferred from Mississippi State in the spring, has led Iowa in assists with four and is the second-leading...

Iowa goalkeeper Monica Wilhelm kicks the ball during a soccer game against Pacific at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. The Hawkeyes and the Tigers tied, 1-1. Wilhelm recorded two saves and allowed one goal.

Iowa soccer fifth-year senior Monica Wilhelm reflects on up-and-down career

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 17, 2022

Goalkeeper Monica Wilhelm has been a mainstay in the Iowa soccer program for five years. During her collegiate career, Wilhelm has played in 35 games, made 128 saves, and has earned Academic All-Big...

Iowa midfielder Caroline Halonen goes in to celebrate with teammates after a goal scored by Iowa forward Hailey Rydberg during a soccer game between Iowa and Michigan at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. The Hawkeyes and Wolverines tied, 1-1.

Iowa soccer dominates Nebraska for first Big Ten victory

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter October 16, 2022

The Iowa soccer team dominated Nebraska to get its first Big Ten win of the season on Sunday at the Iowa Soccer Complex. The Hawkeyes outshot the Cornhuskers, 20-7, and held 62 percent of the possession...