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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 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,...

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

Softball travels to Atlanta looking to build off strong opening weekend

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter February 13, 2020

After a strong opening weekend at the Kickin’ Chicken Classic, Iowa is ready to take another step forward as the team travels to Atlanta to take part in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. At this point, it’s...

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’s Burns shines in first games

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter February 12, 2020

During her first at-bat of her first official game, designated hitter Kalena Burns hit a three-run home run to left field in the first inning. Her efforts helped Iowa win its first game of the season over...

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.

Softball wins four of five in opening tournament

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter February 9, 2020

RELATED: Hawkeyes fired up ahead of 2020 campaign After an off-season of continuity for Iowa softball, the Hawkeyes started off the season successfully as the team headed down south. Iowa took...

Iowa infielder Nia Carter slides to home plate at the Iowa softball game against Indian Hills at Pearl Field on Sunday, October 6th, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Warriors 21-2.

Hawkeyes fired up ahead of 2020 campaign

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor February 5, 2020

When the ground thaws in Iowa, softball season begins. While the ground has yet to fully unfreeze, Hawkeye softball is wasting no time preparing for the fast-approaching 2020 season. “We’ve...

Infielder Mia Ruther bunts during the Iowa softball fall opener against Des Moines Area Community College. The Hawkeyes beat the Bears 4-1 in 10 innings.

Ruther, Hawkeyes ready to right the ship in 2020

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor February 3, 2020

Following a 19-32 season in 2019, Iowa softball is gearing up for its latest campaign. Despite the Hawkeyes’ recent struggles, they remain optimistic for 2020. Very optimistic. “What we’re...

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.

Photos: Iowa softball vs. DMACC (9/13/2019)

Emily Wangen, Photojournalist September 14, 2019

Iowa utility player Sarah Lehman catches a ground ball during the game against Nebraska at the Bob Pearl Softball Field on Wednesday, April 24, 2019.

Iowa softball falls in first round of Big Ten Tournament

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter May 9, 2019

A late-season push by the Hawkeye softball team boosted it into this year’s Big Ten Tournament, but a third-inning rally brought about its exit in a 7-4 first-round loss to Wisconsin on May 9 in Bloomington,...

Iowa players huddle between innings during a softball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, fell to the Buckeyes, 5-0.

Hawkeye softball takes on Big Ten Tournament

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor May 8, 2019

With one of the toughest schedules in the nation and new program leadership, it seemed as if it would be an unfruitful year for Iowa softball. The Big Ten Tournament seemed like a lofty goal...

Players line up after a softball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, fell to the Buckeyes, 5-0.

Hawkeye softball looking at second chance against Badgers

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter May 7, 2019

A late-season surge pushed the Iowa softball team into the last spot in the Big Ten Tournament. The Hawkeyes will play Wisconsin on Thursday at 10 a.m. in Bloomington, Indiana, in the first round. A few...

Iowa pitcher Erin Riding throws a pitch during a softball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, fell to the Buckeyes, 5-0.

Hawkeye softball recognizes seniors in regular-season finale

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter May 5, 2019

Iowa softball’s game against Ohio State on Sunday was a special one for the Hawkeyes, and not just because they captured their season goal of making it to the Big Ten Tournament. It was a special...