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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

Fans leave the game after the men's basketball game against Western Carolina at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Catamounts 78-60.

NCAA postseason events, Big Ten events canceled

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor March 12, 2020

March 12, 2020 is a day sports fans will not soon forget. The sports world seemed to stop spinning Thursday afternoon as NCAA announced that it would not conduct any of its postseason championships,...

Iowa pitcher Allison Doocy winds up for a pitch at the Iowa softball game against Indian Hills at Pearl Field on Sunday, October 6th, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Warriors 21-2.

Strong leadership helping Hawkeyes progress

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter March 11, 2020

Iowa softball’s roster features six seniors, and that has allowed room for younger players to step up and become an important part of the locker room dynamic. After some roster turnover, there...

University of Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta dresses Faculty Senate members during a Faculty Senate meeting on Oct. 29, 2019.

Big Ten to conduct winter and spring sporting events without fans

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor March 11, 2020

The Big Ten Conference announced Wednesday evening that fans will not be granted entry to any of its remaining 2020 winter or spring events. Those granted access include student-athletes, coaches,...

Iowa infielder Kalena Burns makes a hit at the Iowa softball game against Indian Hills at Pearl Field on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019.

Iowa softball finishes weekend with winning record

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter March 8, 2020

Hawkeye softball had yet another successful trip over the weekend, going 3-1 in their second stint at the Spring Games in Madeira Beach, Florida. As they have in previous weekends, the Hawkeyes had...

Infielder Nia Carter leads off the base during the Iowa softball fall opener against Des Moines Area Community College on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes beat the Bears 4-1 in 10 innings.

Softball heads back to Madeira Beach for week two of The Spring Games

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter March 5, 2020

After going 2-2 in Madeira Beach last weekend, Iowa softball will look to improve on the previous tally with four more games in the same spot this weekend. The team faced adversity with some travel...

Iowa catcher Kit Rocco catches a pitch during an Iowa softball game against Iowa Central at Pearl Field on Friday, October 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tritons 4-0 in 10 innings.

Iowa softball making the most of early-season travel

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter March 3, 2020

For the Iowa softball team, every weekend is a business trip — even when the team travels to luxurious locations early in the season. Iowa’s first home game isn’t until March 19, so the Hawkeyes...

Pitcher Allison Doocy warms up during the Iowa softball fall opener against Des Moines Area Community College. The Hawkeyes beat the Bears 4-1 in 10 innings.

Softball splits four-game series in Florida

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter March 1, 2020

Iowa softball is off to one of its best starts in the decade, and the team continued its tear to begin the season in Madeira, Florida, over the weekend. The Hawkeyes split a four-game series against...

Iowa catcher Kit Rocco catches a pitch during an Iowa softball game against Iowa Central at Pearl Field on Friday, October 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tritons 4-0 in 10 innings.

Rocco proving to be key for Iowa softball

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter February 27, 2020

When the Hawkeyes take on four teams in The Spring Games in Madeira Beach, Florida, this weekend, they’ll have a catcher that should make a difference. Sophomore Kit Rocco understands how to manage...

Iowa pitcher Lauren Shaw throws a pitch during an Iowa softball game against Iowa Central at Pearl Field on Friday, October 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tritons 4-0 in 10 innings.

By the numbers: Hawkeye softball’s hot start

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter February 26, 2020

Last season, the Iowa softball team finished the season with a 19-32 record. Though it’s early, this season is already looking much better for the 12-2 Hawkeyes. In a game known for its numbers,...

Iowa pitcher Lauren Shaw throws a pitch during an Iowa softball game against Iowa Central at Pearl Field on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019.

Iowa softball prepared for long trip to weekend tournament

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter February 20, 2020

Iowa softball will soon play 4,000 miles away from Iowa City, and the team can leave its winter gear at home. The Hawkeyes are set to compete in the Hawaii Invitational this weekend. That’s new...

Iowa fielder Lea Thompson receives coaching from head coach Renee Gillispie after striking out during the conference opening softball game at Pearl Field on Friday, March 29, 2019. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 5-0.

Gillispie crafting winning culture for Iowa softball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter February 19, 2020

Throughout her career, Iowa softball head coach Renee Gillispie has changed the fortunes of softball programs across the nation.  She transformed Bradley into a Missouri Valley Conference powerhouse...

Iowa pitcher Allison Doocy winds up for a pitch at the Iowa softball game against Indian Hills at Pearl Field on Sunday, October 6th, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Warriors 21-2.

Pitching propels Iowa softball to strong weekend series

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter February 16, 2020

Pitching was key in Iowa softball’s trip to Atlanta for the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. It either made or broke the Hawkeyes, who went 3-1 at the event. In the first game Feb. 14 against Boston College,...