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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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Iowa guard Zion Sanders dribbles the ball during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 100-57.

Iowa women’s basketball captain Zion Sanders looks to set good example

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter November 20, 2020

Heading into her fourth season on the Iowa women’s basketball team, senior guard Zion Sanders has risen from a walk-on to a scholarship captain. The Evansville, Indiana, native was elected captain...

Iowa players celebrate after scoring during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 100-57.

Bench players looking to make impact this season for Iowa women’s basketball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter November 19, 2020

After the loss of three starters, Iowa will be reaching into its talented bench and freshmen class to replace Amanda Ollinger, Kathleen Doyle, and Makenzie Meyer. Last season’s bench made the...

Iowa forward Monika Czinao and Ohio State forward Aailyah Patty jump for the tip-off during the Iowa vs. Ohio State Women's Big Ten Tournament game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, March 6, 2020. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 87-66.

Iowa women’s basketball mentorships flourish

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter November 19, 2020

Monika Czinano spent her first season on the women’s basketball team learning the ropes from two-time Big Ten Player of the Year Megan Gustafson. This season, the junior center/forward is passing down...

Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Reynolds issues new restrictions on recreational activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 16, 2020

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is rolling out new restrictions on recreational activities beginning Tuesday at 12:01 a.m. Reynolds is mandating that youth and adult sport and recreation activities be prohibited...

Head Coach Lisa Bluder addresses the press during the women's basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday Oct. 31, 2018. Bluder discussed the expected success of the team, as well as senior Megan Gustafson and various new freshman.

Big Ten women’s basketball coaches discuss unique challenges ahead of upcoming season

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 13, 2020

The Big Ten finished last season as the No. 2 conference in the country for women’s basketball, according to the final NCAA rating percentage index. Eight Big Ten teams were projected to make...

Iowa forward Monika Czinano catches a rebound during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 90-82.

Iowa women’s basketball finds depth at center for 2020-21 season

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter November 12, 2020

Last season, junior Monika Czinano took the lead at center for the Hawkeyes and made for an impressive addition to Iowa’s starting lineup – especially considering Czinano was charged with replacing...

Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for UI Athletics, Broderick Binns, sits down for an interview over Zoom on Tuesday, August 25, 2020.

Iowa CLAS hosts UI Athletics and Race webinar

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 11, 2020

The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences hosted a Zoom webinar regarding Iowa Athletics and Race Wednesday night. The importance of unity in sport was the highlight of the discussion. Alexis...

Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder talks to her team during a women's basketball match between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 91-85, in double overtime.

Iowa women’s basketball announces 2021-22 signing class

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 11, 2020

The University of Iowa's women's basketball team and head coach Lisa Bluder announced their 2021-22 signing class Wednesday. Bluder's latest class is ranked 20th in the nation by espnW – marking...

Iowa forward Monika Czinano is introduced during the starting lineup ahead of a women’s basketball between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 97-71.

Iowa women’s basketball’s Monika Czinano named to Preseason All-Big Ten Team

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 11, 2020

Iowa women’s basketball’s Monika Czinano has earned Preseason All-Big Ten honors, the conference announced Wednesday. She was named to both the coaches and media All-Big Ten teams. The junior...

Head Coach Lisa Bluder addresses the press during the women's basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday Oct. 31, 2018. Bluder discussed the expected success of the team, as well as senior Megan Gustafson and various new freshman.

Iowa women’s basketball facing fan-less 2020-21 season

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter November 9, 2020

Iowa women’s basketball thrives on the atmosphere fans create at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes have not lost a home game in two and a half years – amounting to a 36-game home winning streak. Typically,...

Iowa players celebrate after scoring during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 100-57.

Iowa women’s basketball’s freshmen impress on and off the court

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter November 5, 2020

The freshmen of Iowa women’s basketball – Caitlin Clark, Sharon Goodman, Lauren Jensen, and Shateah Wetering – finished their high school basketball careers in less than ideal fashion. Many of...

The Iowa Women's Basketball team huddles up on a time out during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 86-71.

Lindsay Alexander helping Iowa women’s basketball get ready for season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter November 4, 2020

One of the most difficult parts of the spring for all college athletes was staying in shape at home. The Hawkeyes had the rest of their season called off in March, so a little break was to be expected. But...