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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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An official holds up Iowa 170-pound Kylie Welkers arm after she defeated North Central College Yelena Makoyed during the second day of the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Welker defeated the three-time defending champion by technical fall, 11-0.

How the Iowa women’s wrestling program approaches weight management

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor April 30, 2024

For centuries, the pressure to “make weight” has been a norm in wrestling. The number on the scale determines one’s ability to compete and live out their dream on the mat. Weighing in an ounce...

Iowa 116-pound Felicity Taylor talks to Iowa head coach Clarissa Chun before the semi-final round of the NWCA National Duals between No. 2 Iowa and King University on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. Iowa defeated King University, 39-4.

Iowa women’s wrestling’s Clarissa Chun named USA Women’s Wrestling Coach of the Year

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter April 21, 2024

After a historic inaugural campaign, the awards continue to pile up for the Iowa women’s wrestling team. Head coach Clarissa Chun was named the USA Women’s Wrestling Coach of the Year on April...

An official holds up Iowa 170-pound Kylie Welkers arm after she defeated North Central College Yelena Makoyed during the second day of the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Welker defeated the three-time defending champion by technical fall, 11-0.

Recap | Kylie Welker defeats three-time defending champ, clinches national title for Iowa women’s wrestling

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter March 10, 2024

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA – In its inaugural season, the Iowa women’s wrestling team had several wrestlers reach the finals of the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships, including a pair...

Iowa wrestlers and staff pose for a portrait after winning the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on Saturday, March 9, 2024.

Iowa women’s wrestling reflects on historic season, future of sport after winning national title

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter March 10, 2024

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA — When Clarissa Chun was introduced as the first head coach in the history of the Iowa women’s wrestling program in 2021, her goal was to “build a winning program in Wrestling...

Iowa’s No. 1 170-pound Kylie Welker wrestles Lindenwood’s Katt Mossinghoff during the NCWWC Regionals at Cowles Fieldhouse in Indianola, Iowa, on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes advanced all 15 wrestlers to the national championships and led the team race with 222 points. Welker defeated Mossinghoff by fall, 0:26.

Iowa women’s wrestling’s Emilie Gonzalez, Kylie Welker lead Hawkeyes on day one of national championships

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter March 8, 2024

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Iowa women’s wrestling team competed in the first two sessions of the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships on Friday inside the Alliant Energy PowerHouse...

Iowa celebrates a win during the Iowa Duals between NCAA-ranked No. 1 Iowa women’s wrestling, NAIA-ranked No. 1 Life University, and Missouri Valley at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Big Reds, 42-0, and the Running Eagles, 35-6.

Iowa women’s wrestling looks to close out historic season strong in the NWWC National Championships

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter March 5, 2024

 Following a dominant outing at the NWWC Regionals on Feb. 23, the Iowa women’s wrestling squad will make the quick trek to Cedar Rapids to close out its milestone season at the NWWC National...

Iowa women’s wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun claps during the Trailblazer Duals between No. 3 Iowa, No. 6 Sacred Heart, No. 13 Presbyterian, and No. 11 Lindenwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. Iowa women’s wrestling made history on Sunday, hosting the first women’s wrestling dual in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated Presbyterian, 44-1, Lindenwood, 43-0, and Sacred Heart, 40-4.

USA Today names Iowa women’s wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun Woman of the Year

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor February 29, 2024

Hawkeye women's wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun has been named USA Today's Woman of the Year honoree for the state of Iowa. This award is presented annually to 12 national recipients and one...

Iowa’s No. 10 130-pound Emily Frost celebrates during the NCWWC Regionals at Cowles Fieldhouse in Indianola, Iowa, on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes advanced all 15 wrestlers to the national championships and led the team race with 222 points.

Photos: 2024 NCWWC Regionals

Sahithi Shankaiahgari, Photojournalist February 24, 2024

The Iowa women’s wrestling team advanced all 15 wrestlers to the national championships and led the team race with 222 points during the NCWWC Regionals at Cowles Fieldhouse in Indianola, Iowa. on Friday. During...

Iowa’s 130-pound Emily Frost celebrates after the NCWWC Regionals at Cowles Fieldhouse in Indianola, Iowa on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.

Iowa women’s wrestling dominates NCWWC Regional, sending 15 wrestlers to national championships

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter February 23, 2024

By sundown, Cowles Fieldhouse in Indianola, Iowa, might as well have been painted black and gold. The Iowa women’s wrestling team sent 15 wrestlers to the NCWWC Regionals on Thursday, and all...

Iowa’s 170-pound Kylie Welker poses for a portrait during the inaugural Iowa women’s wrestling media day in the Feller Club Room and the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2023. In the 2022-23 season as an unattached wrestler, Welker was runner-up at the U20 National Championship in 2023.

Q&A | Kylie Welker talks wrestling stereotypes, favorite TV shows, and her faith

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor February 13, 2024

The Daily Iowan: Do you have a favorite spot to eat in Iowa City? Kylie Welker: That’s so tough. I feel like my go-to is Bread Garden. What do you get there? Typically, I’ll get a cheeseburger...

Fans celebrate after a win by Iowa’s NCAA No. 2 101-pound Sterling Dias during the Iowa Duals between No. 1 Iowa, Life University, and Missouri Valley College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Missouri Valley, 42-0, and Life University ,35-6.

Women’s wrestling projected to earn NCAA Championship status by winter 2026

Brad Schultz and Kenna Roering February 7, 2024

The NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics voted Wednesday to recommend Divisions I, II, and, III sponsor legislation to add a national collegiate women's wrestling championship. The committee oversees...

Iowa’s NCAA No. 1 101-pound Emilie Gonzalez is named winner of a match against Missouri Valley College NAIA No. 19 101-pound Sage Beltran during the Iowa Duals between No. 1 Iowa, Life University, and Missouri Valley College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Missouri Valley, 42-0, and Life University , 35-6.

Iowa women’s wrestling beats Sioux Falls to go undefeated in dual competition

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter January 31, 2024

The Iowa women’s wrestling squad earned a 39-7 win over the Sioux Falls Cougars to finish its inaugural season undefeated in dual competition.  Iowa improved to 16-0, while Sioux Falls fell to 6-2....

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