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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 head coach Larissa Libby instructs her team during a gymnastics meet between Iowa and Texas Women’s University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pioneers, 196.125-189.300.

Iowa women’s gymnastics head coach Larissa Libby changing the culture of the sport

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter March 26, 2023

Iowa women’s gymnastics head coach Larissa Libby said her years as a competitive gymnast in Canada — becoming a national champion and member of World Championship and Olympic teams — took a...

Iowa’s Hanna Castillo competes on floor during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Freshman Hanna Castillo performs under pressure with Iowa women’s gymnastics

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter March 21, 2023

Freshman year can be a scary time for athletes, especially because they’re in a totally different environment. But for Iowa gymnastics freshman Hanna Castillo, being in a new state with a new team...

Michigan State’s Gabrielle Stephen performs on the bar during session two of the Big Ten gymnastics championship at Xtreme Arena in Coralville, Iowa on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Michigan won the Big Ten women’s gymnastics title with a score of 198.000.

Photos: Big Ten Gymnastics Championship

Matt Sindt, Photo Editor March 19, 2023

Michigan women's gymnastics won the 2023 Big Ten gymnastics championship with 197.000 points, at Xtreme Arena in Coralville, Iowa on Saturday. Michigan head coach Bev Plocki won her 26th conference...

Iowa gymnast JerQuavia Henderson competes on the beam during a gymnastics meet between Iowa and Minnesota in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. The Hawkeyes and the Gophers tied with each getting a score 196.875. (Lillie Hawker/The Daily Iowan)

JerQuavia Henderson named Big Ten floor champion, Iowa women’s gymnastics finishes eighth at conference Championships

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter March 18, 2023

The No. 25 Iowa women’s gymnastics team hosted the Big Ten Championships on Saturday night at Xtream Arena in Coralville. The Hawkeyes finished eighth of 10 teams, posting a 196.125. No. 20 Minnesota...

Allison Zuhlke competes on beam during a gymnastics meet between No. 17 Iowa and No. 12 Michigan State at the Xtream Arena on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2022. Zuhlke scored 9.050 in this event. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 196.150-195.725.

Iowa excited to host Big Ten Gymnastics Championships at Xtream Arena for first time

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor March 7, 2023

After months of training and preparation, the Iowa gymnastics team is inching closer to the Big Ten Championships. For the first time, the competition will be held at Xtream Arena in Coralville. The...

Iowa gymnastics team huddles during a gymnastics meet between No. 17 Iowa and No. 12 Michigan State at Xtream Arena on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 196.150-195.725.

Junior Allison Zuhlke finds family through Iowa women’s gymnastics

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter March 5, 2023

Transferring schools can be the start of a new opportunity or a lonely journey. But for Iowa gymnastics junior Allison Zuhlke, it was a necessary decision to bring her closer to her family. Despite...

Iowa’s Linda Zivat competes on floor during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Zivat tied for third in the event with a score of 9.850. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125.

No. 20 Iowa women’s gymnastics defeats No. 39 Iowa State in Cy-Hawk series

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter March 4, 2023

The No. 20 Iowa women's gymnastics team defeated No.39 Iowa State on Saturday night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, 195.275-194.200. A record-breaking 3,715 fans attended to honor the seniors and raise awareness...

Iowa gymnast Allison Zuhlke does a back handspring while competng on the beam during a gymnastics meet between Iowa and Minnesota in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. The Hawkeyes and the Gophers tied with each getting a score 196.875.

Iowa gymnastics notebook: No. 20 Hawkeyes prepare for rivalry meet against Iowa State

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter March 1, 2023

The No. 20 Iowa gymnastics team is set to take on rival No. 39 Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Mar. 4. The Hawkeyes’  dual against the Cyclones will be their last appearance in Carver-Hawkeye...

Iowa’s Alexa Ebeling (left) listens to Iowa’s Adeline Kenlin (right) before competing on beam during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125.

Junior Adeline Kenlin learning teamwork through Iowa women’s gymnastics

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor February 19, 2023

Depending on the gym's culture, gymnastics can be a lonely sport. When Iowa junior Adeline Kenlin was competing in club gymnastics, she understood this loneliness. Kenlin said she spent years practicing...

Members of the Iowa gymnastics team cheer on JerQuavia Henderson as Henderson competes on floor during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Henderson placed first in the event with a score of 9.925. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125.

No. 18 Iowa women’s gymnastics continues win streak against Rutgers

Emma Sachs, Sports Reporter February 19, 2023

The No. 18 Iowa women’s gymnastics team defeated Rutgers 196.200-195.125, Saturday night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Nearly 3,000 fans were in attendance to celebrate  70’s Night and Kids Night.  The...

Iowa’s Alexa Ebeling (left) listens to Iowa’s Adeline Kenlin (right) before competing on beam during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125.

Photos: No. 18 Iowa gymnastics vs. Rutgers

Ayrton Breckenridge and Emily Nyberg February 18, 2023

The No. 18 Iowa gymnastics team defeated Rutgers, 196.200-195.125, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Iowa's JerQuavia Henderson placed first in vault and floor with a score of 9.925...

Iowa gymnast Linda Zivat hugs teammate Kareena McSweeny after in celebration after her bar routine during a gymnastics meet between Iowa and Minnesota in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. The Hawkeyes and the Gophers tied with each getting a score 196.875.

Senior Linda Zivat praises Iowa gymnastics’ culture

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor February 14, 2023

With serious injuries plaguing her for two years and complications associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, the beginning of Linda Zivat’s college gymnastics career was less than ideal. So,...

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