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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Brooke Mosher attempts to pancake save the ball during an Iowa Women’s Volleyball match at Xtreme Arena in Coralville on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1, 25-21, 25-21, 25-27, and 25-13.

Photos: Iowa volleyball vs. Illinois

Talan Nelson, Photojournalist October 27, 2024

On Sunday, the Illinois Fighting Illini defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes, 3-1, at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa. The Illini looked to be the dominant team in the match, winning the first two sets 25-21...

Michelle Urquhart serves the ball during a volleyball match between Iowa and South Dakota at Xtreme Arena in Coralville on Thursday Sept. 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Coyotes 3-2. Michelle had 13 digs in the five set game.

Iowa volleyball finds strength, leadership in Michelle Urquhart

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 22, 2024

The Iowa women’s volleyball team has found a new source of strength and leadership in fourth-year returner Michelle Urquhart, proving to be a weapon for the team with high figures across multiple...

The Iowa women’s volleyball team celebrates after a kill during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Oct. 5. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball falls short of No. 11 Oregon at home

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 20, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team fell to the Oregon Ducks across four sets of battle on Sunday afternoon, dropping to 9-11 overall and 3-5 in Big Ten play.  First-year Malu Garcia logged 12 kills, followed...

during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball notebook | Hawkeyes fall to Northwestern in four sets

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 17, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team fell to Northwestern over four sets of competition on Wednesday evening, dropping to 9-10 overall and 3-4 in Big Ten play.  First-year Malu Garcia logged 13 kills, followed...

The Iowa women’s volleyball team stands for the national anthem during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball notebook | Hawkeyes sweep Rutgers, fall to Purdue

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 13, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team split both of its games over the weekend, sweeping Rutgers on Friday and falling 3-1 to Purdue on Saturday. The split advances the Hawkeyes to 9-9 overall and 3-3 in Big Ten play.  Against...

The Iowa women’s volleyball team celebrates after a kill during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Oct. 5. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball on track for turnaround season

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 8, 2024

Following a dreadful 8-24 record in the 2023-24 season, the Iowa volleyball team has embraced a new, more successful dynamic in 2024-25, winning a Big Ten game for the first time since 2022. Third-year...

during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball swept by Nebraska

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 6, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team was swept in three sets against the rival No. 2 Nebraska Cornhuskers on Sunday. The Hawkeyes drop to 8-8 overall and 2-2 in Big Ten play with the loss.  Fourth-year Michelle...

The Iowa women’s volleyball team celebrates after a kill during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball swept by No. 25 Washington on Friday

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 5, 2024

Following well-earned victories over Rutgers and Maryland, the Iowa volleyball team dropped their first conference loss of the season against Big Ten newcomer and No. 25 Washington on Friday night. The...

Iowa middle hitter Gracie Gibson signals to the Iowa defense during a volleyball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Drake Bulldogs in the third and final game of the Kwik Star Klassic Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 21,2024. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. Gibson scored 13 points for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa volleyball earns hard-fought 3-2 win over Maryland.

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 29, 2024

Following a victory at Rutgers, the Iowa volleyball team continued their east coast road trip with a matchup against Maryland on Saturday.  The Hawkeyes earned a hard-fought, 3-2 victory, improving...

Iowa middle hitter Gracie Gibson signals to the Iowa defense during a volleyball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Drake Bulldogs in the third and final game of the Kwik Star Klassic Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 21,2024. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. Gibson scored 13 points for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa volleyball kicks off Big Ten campaign with 3-2 triumph over Rutgers

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 27, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team traveled east for their first Big Ten competition of the 2024-25 season, facing off against Rutgers in a fast-paced showdown at Jersey Mike’s Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey.  Despite...

Outside Hitter Malu Garcia sends a spike during a volleyball match at Xtreme Arena in Coralville on Sept. 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Coyotes 3-2. Garcia would finish with 8 Kills on the night for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa volleyball first-year Malu Garcia leads spike in team’s offense

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 24, 2024

The Iowa volleyball squad has found new opportunities to increase its offensive presence with the addition of first-year outside hitter Malu Garcia. Garcia, as of the conclusion of UW-Milwaukee’s...

Iowa middle hitter Gracie Gibson signals to the Iowa defense during a volleyball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Drake Bulldogs in the third and final game of the Kwik Star Klassic Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 21,2024. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. Gibson scored 13 points for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa volleyball comes up short against St. Louis and Drake, beats South Dakota

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 22, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team hosted the Kwik Star Klassic this weekend, facing off against three different teams at its home arena in Coralville. After an initial strong start, marked by a 3-2 Thursday...