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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 freshman Addie Swanson catches her breath after the womens 400 meter hurdles during the 19th annual Musco Twilight meet at the Francis X. Cretzmeyer Track in Iowa City on Thursday, April 12. Swanson finished third in the event with the time of 1:02.23. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa track and field’s Jason and Kate Wakenight join Team USA for 2021 World Games

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 24, 2020

Iowa track and field assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Jason Wakenight has been named Team USA Sprint/Hurdles/Relays coach for the World University Games in China for Summer 2021. Iowa's director...

Antonio Woodward and Raymonte Dow make an exchange in the 4x400 meter relay during the Larry Wieczorek Invitational meet in Iowa City, Iowa; Saturday January 20, 2018. Their relay team finished second in the heat. (Paxton Corey/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa track and field program’s ‘Speak Your Truth’ diversity committee looks to make Iowa City more inclusive

Jordan Winke, Sports Reporter July 22, 2020

The Iowa track and field program announced in June the creation of a diversity committee to address racial injustice. The “Speak Your Truth” committee is co-chaired by seniors Laulauga Tausaga...

Former Sioux City East High School prep Shelby Houlihan competes in an event. Houlihan broke her own American record in the 5k on July 10, 2020. Contributed by Cortney White.

Former Iowa prep and current professional runner Shelby Houlihan reflects on setting new American 5,000-meter record

Jordan Winke, Sports Reporter July 21, 2020

Ten years ago, Shelby Houlihan was gearing up for her senior cross-country season at Sioux City East High School. This year, Houlihan is breaking U.S. records and training for her second Olympic Games. On...

Fans storm the field during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19, ending Minnesotas undefeated season.

Year in review: The top contests of 2019-20 at each Iowa athletic facility

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter July 13, 2020

After spring sports were canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is still uncertainty surrounding whether Iowa will be back in action in the fall. Before sports were canceled, it was a...

Iowa’s Mallory King high fives 4x400m relay premier teammates Davicia Patterson, Jenny Kimbro, and Aly Weum during the Larry Wieczorek Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Jan. 18, 2020. The group took second in the premier with a 3:39.67.

Iowa track and field’s Mallory King remains determined following season’s cancellation

Jordan Winke, Sports Reporter July 2, 2020

In both sports and life, there is something to be said for controlling what you can control, and Iowa track and field’s Mallory King is no stranger to that. During her four years at Iowa, King...

Iowa thrower Laulauga Tausaga competes in the women’s shot put premiere during the fourth annual Larry Wieczorek Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Friday, Jan. 17, 2020. Tausaga’s 16.72m throw earned her sixth place, behind five throwers who surpassed the previous meet record of 17.13m.

Iowa track and field announces creation of ‘Speak Your Truth’ diversity committee

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 22, 2020

The Iowa track and field program announced Monday the creation of a diversity committee aimed at empowering a team culture while actively engaging in social justice initiatives on campus. The “Speak...

Johnston High Schools Joe Schaefer celebrates his win in the boys 800m race at the 2019 Drake Relays in Des Moines, IA, on Friday, April 26, 2019. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Local high school track and field coaches reflect on lost season

Jordan Winke, Sports Reporter June 17, 2020

Drake Stadium was empty on May 21. There were no crowds of sunburnt, cheering fans. No scent of popcorn mingling with the smoke from the starter’s gun. The voice of announcer Mike Jay did not...

Iowa thrower Laulauga Tausaga competes in the women’s shot put premiere during the fourth annual Larry Wieczorek Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Friday, Jan 17, 2020. Tausaga’s 16.72m throw earned her sixth place, behind five throwers who surpassed the previous meet record of 17.13m.

Nine Hawkeye track and field athletes earn All-American honors

Robert Read, Sports Editor May 26, 2020

Nine Iowa track and field athletes have earned All-American honors for the 2020 NCAA Division I Indoor season, the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association announced Tuesday. Wayne...

Iowa Director of Track and Field Joey Woody coaches from the infield during the 4x400m relay during the Larry Wieczorek Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Jan. 18, 2020.

Iowa track’s Joey and Drake Woody confident heading into 2020-21 season after spring cancellations

Lucy Liautaud, Sports Reporter May 13, 2020

Every May, college and high school track teams across the country are usually in the thick of the outdoor season and preparing for a conference meet. The COVID-19 pandemic prevented that from happening...

Iowas Laulauga Tausaga winds up to throw during the womens shot put at the 2019 Drake Relays in Des Moines, IA, on Friday, April 26, 2019. Tausaga earned 2nd with a distance of 16.36m.

Iowa thrower Laulauga Tausaga to finish record-breaking Hawkeye career next outdoor season

Robert Read, Sports Editor May 12, 2020

Between breaking records and winning events, Iowa thrower Laulauga Tausaga has developed a ritual. Ahead of every meet, Tausaga and Iowa throws coach Eric Werskey find a local sandwich shop to eat...

Iowa thrower Laulauga Tausaga competes in the women’s shot put premiere during the fourth annual Larry Wieczorek Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Friday, Jan. 17, 2020. Tausaga’s 16.72m throw earned her sixth place, behind five throwers who surpassed the previous meet record of 17.13m.

Tausaga named Big Ten Women’s Indoor Field Athlete of the Year

Robert Read, Sports Editor May 12, 2020

Make it two track and field honors for the Hawkeyes on Tuesday. After sprinter Wayne Lawrence was named the Big Ten Men's Indoor Track and Field Athlete of the Year Tuesday morning, the conference...

University of Iowa sprinter Wayne Lawrence runs his leg of the 4x400m relay during the Hawkeye Invite at the UI Recreation Building on Jan. 11. He and the other members of the Iowa B relay finished in ninth place.

Lawrence named Big Ten Men’s Indoor Track Athlete of the Year

Robert Read, Sports Editor May 12, 2020

Iowa sophomore sprinter Wayne Lawrence has been named the Big Ten Men's Indoor Track Athlete of the Year, the conference announced Tuesday. Lawrence is the first Hawkeye in program history to earn...

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