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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Softball travels to Maryland with the means to win

Softball travels to Maryland with the means to win

Anna Kayser, [email protected] March 29, 2018
The Hawkeyes will face their first unranked Big Ten opponent with the opportunity to rise to the challenge.
Iowa pitcher Allison Doocey prepares to throw the ball during women's softball Iowa vs. Drake at Bob Pearl Field on March 28, 2018. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Drake surges through quiet Iowa softball

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 28, 2018
The Drake Bulldogs put on a hitting clinic at Pearl Field, and Marla Looper’s squad failed to respond.
Pitcher senior Kenzie Ihle winds up to throw during Women's Softball Iowa vs. South Dakota State University at Bob Pearl Field on March 21, 2018. The Jackrabbits defeated the Hawkeyes 5 to 2 in the 7th inning. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Softball transfer makes some noise

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 27, 2018
Kenzie Ihle has had a busy college career and is now turning into a strong addition in the circle for Iowa softball.
during the Iowa City school board meeting at the Professional Development Center on March 27, 2018. Members of the school board discussed the possibility of creating a safety task force. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes sweep doubleheader against Green Bay

Anna Kayser, [email protected] March 27, 2018
Iowa added two more wins in a midweek match behind dominant pitching.
McKenzie Schneider high-fives Assistant Coach Rachel West during Women's Softball Iowa vs. University of Michigan at Bob Pearl Field on March 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines 4-3. (Olivia Sun/The Daily Iowan)

Unranked challenge looms for the Hawks

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 26, 2018
Coming off a weekend win over No. 17 Michigan, Iowa softball hones in on its strengths for the challenge of an unranked foe.
Infielder sophomore Lea Thompson up to bat during Women's Softball Iowa vs. South Dakota State University at Bob Pearl Field on March 21, 2018. The Jackrabbits defeated the Hawkeyes 5 to 2 in the 7th inning. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Softball heads into Big Ten play, needing to clean up its act

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 22, 2018
Going into Big Ten play, Iowa softball will need to fine tune the defensive end of its game.
Pitcher Mallory Kilian stands ready near first base during Women's Softball Iowa vs. South Dakota State University at Bob Pearl Field on March 21, 2018. The Jackrabbits defeated the Hawkeyes 5 to 2 in the 7th inning. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Softball falls in first home games due to mental mistakes

Anna Kayser, [email protected] March 22, 2018
In the first games at Bob Pearl Field, Iowa did not put on its best performance of the season.
Iowa pitcher Allison Doocy winds up during a softball game against Valparaiso at Bob Pearl Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 17, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Crusaders, 3-0. (The Daily Iowan/Joseph Cress)

Finally home for softball

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 21, 2018
Iowa softball takes to Pearl Field for the first time this season today after a strong week, but consistency will need to be addressed.
Aralee Bogar gets a nice introduction from her teammates before their game against Iowa State Saturday, Sep. 30, 2017. (Paxton Corey/The Daily Iowan)

Recently improved defense falters, offense steps up

Anna Kayser, [email protected] March 19, 2018
The Hawkeyes have defensive lessons to take into practice following the weekend’s competition.
Aralee Bogar swings at incoming softball at the Pearl Field Hawkeye Softball complex on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. (Ashley Morris/The Daily Iowan)

New Iowa appears, but old signs show

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 15, 2018

Iowa softball found a way to win on March 14 against No. 13 Arizona State. The Hawkeyes split with the Sun Devils in the double-header. Sophomore pitcher Allison Doocy shone in Iowa’s opening game,...

Iowa pitcher Allison Doocy throws a pitch during the first game of a double header against Nebraska at Bob Pearl on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. (File Photo/The Daily Iowan)

Battling Hawkeyes jump above .500

Anna Kayser, [email protected] March 14, 2018

The Iowa softball team emerged from the Grand Canyon Invitational on March 12 with two pitching honors and a winning record. With two wins against Georgetown already under their collective belt,...

Angela Schmiederer hits the ball at the Pearl Field Hawkeye Softball complex on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. Hawkeyes defeated Kirkwood Community College 5-3. (Ashley Morris/The Daily Iowan)

Ten games of competition for softball

James Geerdes, [email protected] March 9, 2018
With 10 games loaded into one week, Iowa softball’s spring break will be a busy one.