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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’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 18, 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,...

Iowa’s Karina Muñoz competes on bars during a gymnastics meet between No. 17 Iowa and No. 12 Michigan State at the Xtream Arena on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2022. Muñoz scored 9.850. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 196.150-195.725.

Photos: No. 17 Iowa gymnastics vs. No. 12 Michigan State

Shuntaro Kawasaki, photojournalist February 12, 2023

No. 17 Iowa gymnastics competed against No. 12 Michigan State at the Xtream Arena on Saturday. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 196.150-195.725.  

Iowa’s Adeline Kenlin competes on beam during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Eastern Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022. Kenlin scored 9.925 in the event. The Hawkeyes defeated the Eagles 195.950-194.100.

Iowa women’s gymnastics upsets Michigan State in first meet at Xtream Arena

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor February 11, 2023

No. 17 Iowa women’s gymnastics upset No. 12 Michigan State on Saturday, posting a 196.150 to the Spartans’ 195.725. At the first-ever collegiate gymnastics meet held at Xtream Arena, fans packed...

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)

Iowa women’s gymnastics senior JerQuavia Henderson discusses identity beyond gymnastics

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

The world of gymnastics is associated with numerous positive qualities — forming strong work ethics, building abnormal physical prowess, and providing one of the strongest communities in sports. JerQuavia...

Iowa gymnast Karina Muñoz 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 196.875.

Iowa women’s gymnastics freshman Karina Muñoz emphasizes positive mindset in competition

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor January 31, 2023

Freshman Karina Muñoz’s route to the Iowa women's gymnastics team was far from typical. When the New Jersey native started the process, a recurring hindrance on college athletics halted her traditional...

Iowa’s JerQuavia Henderson performs her floor routine during a gymnastics meet between Iowa and Texas Women’s University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022. Henderson took first place for her floor routine with 9.900 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pioneers, 196.125-189.300.

Iowa women’s gymnastics ties with Minnesota in first home meet

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter January 27, 2023

Iowa women's gymnastics tied with Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, as the two squads posted identical 196.875 scores. The GymHawks’ score of 196.875 was good enough for seventh all-time...

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 gymnastics notebook | GymHawks prepare for No. 10 Ohio State

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter January 19, 2023

The No. 15 Iowa gymnastics team is set for its first taste of Big Ten competition against No. 10 Ohio State in Columbus on Jan. 22. Scouting the competition The Buckeyes are 6-0 on the season with...