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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa;s #2 ranked Brandon Sorenson wrestles Northwestern's #5 ranked Ryan Deakin during the Iowa vs. Northwestern dual meet on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. Sorenson won a decision 5-4. The Hawkeyes defeated the wildcats 33-2. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

In-state wrestling rivals clash in Ames

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 15, 2018
The annual in-state meeting between Iowa and Iowa State is upon us, and Iowa wrestling head coach Tom Brands is looking for win No. 13.
Iowa wrestler Spencer Lee grapples with Michigan wrestler Drew Martin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 19-17. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Spencer Lee: A Lot Of Boom Boom Boom

Taylor McNitt, [email protected] February 15, 2018
Spencer Lee, a true freshman, has started off his wrestling career with a bang, and he’s still burning bright.
Iowa's #7 ranked 165 pound Alex Marinelli takes down Northwestern's Michael Sepke during the Iowa vs. Northwestern dual meet on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the wildcats 33-2. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Point/Counterpoint: How many, if any, Big Ten wrestling titles for Hawks?

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 15, 2018
It’s been an entertaining wrestling season with many twists and turns along the way. With the Big Ten Championships on the horizon and the regular season nearing its end, there’s a question that needs to be answered: How many Hawkeyes will take home a Big Ten title?
Iowa wrestler Alex Marinelli grapples with Michigan wrestler Logan Massa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 19-17. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

‘The Bull’ still has work to do

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 14, 2018

This season’s wrestling stories seem to be the dazzling efforts from true freshman Spencer Lee, the senior season of Brandon Sorensen, or even the hot start of sophomore Michael Kemerer. But Iowa’s...

Penn State's Zain Retherford puts Iowa's Brandon Sorenson in a hold during the match at the Bryce Jordan Center on Satuday, Feb. 10.

Penn State still too much for Iowa

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 12, 2018
Defending NCAA champion Penn State felt Iowa’s punch, but that was not enough for the Black and Gold.
Iowa's #7 ranked 165 pound Alex Marinelli takes down Northwestern's Michael Sepke during the Iowa vs. Northwestern dual meet on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 33-2. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa wrestling falls to top-ranked Penn State.

Taylor McNitt, [email protected] February 10, 2018

While the score didn’t change much from last season’s result, Iowa wrestling still gave powerhouse Penn State a shock in University Park on Feb. 10. True freshman Spencer Lee, the third-ranked...

Iowa assistant coach Terry Brands speaks with members of the media during a wrestling practice inside the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. Thomas Gilman is traveling to Paris, France, to compete for the World Championship on Aug. 25. Gilman is the fourth Hawkeye to represent the United States national team at 57 kg in a row since 2014. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa wrestling comes face-to-face with the top team in the country Saturday night

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 9, 2018
Iowa wrestling takes on No. 1 Penn State at State College on Saturday night in their toughest dual of the year.
Iowa's #3 ranked 125 pound Spencer Lee wrestles Northwestern's #10 ranked Sebastian Rivera during the Iowa vs. Northwestern dual meet on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the wildcats 33-2. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Sweep complete, big task on hand

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 7, 2018
Iowa completed the weekend sweep but a steeper challenge lies ahead.
Iowa Head Coaches Tom and Terry Brands speak with #2 ranked 149 pound wrestler Brandon Sorenson during the Iowa vs. Northwestern dual meet on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the wildcats 33-2. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Northwestern steamrolled by Iowa wrestling

Taylor McNitt, [email protected] February 5, 2018
Northwestern couldn’t even get full points for a decision against Iowa, and the Hawks took care of business.
Iowa's 149-pound Brandon Sorensen competes against Minnesota's Ben Brancale during the NCAA wrestling match between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018. The #2 ranked Sorensen beat Brancale in 3:32 fall. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 34-7. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa wrestling charges through Minnesota

James Geerdes, [email protected] February 2, 2018

In what is usually a competitive rivalry, Iowa wrestling rolled over Minnesota, 34-7, on Feb. 2 in Carver-Hawkeye. In his penultimate match at home, Brandon Sorensen started the night exactly how...

Iowa wrestler Spencer Lee grapples with Michigan wrestler Drew Martin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 19-17. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Last two home matches: an opportunity to rebound 

Taylor McNitt, [email protected] February 2, 2018
Iowa wrestling takes on the Gophers and Wildcats in the last home matches of the season.
Iowa’s Brandon Sorensen wrestles with North Dakota State’s Kyle Gliva in the 149lb weight class on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017. Sorenson defeated Gliva 11-3. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

One more home bout

February 1, 2018
Brandon Sorensen will make his final appearance in Carver-Hawkeye on Sunday and his journey has been special.