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Anna Kayser

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor/Assistant Pregame Editor

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Anna Kayser is the Sports Editor and Assistant Pregame Editor at The Daily Iowan. She began her college career as a news reporter before moving to the Politics team with a focus on the work of Sen. Chuck Grassley. In her sophomore year, she spent both semesters as a sports beat reporter covering Hawkeye volleyball and softball. She was the fall semester Assistant Sports Editor in her junior year.

 
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley attempts a pass during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. Stanley finished with a 67% completion rate for 213 yards.

Looking back on Nate Stanley’s season, career

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 28, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz presents the trophy after the Holiday Bowl game between Iowa and USC at SDCCU Stadium on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24.

Highlights from Holiday Bowl post-game press conference

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
December 28, 2019
Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa pursues USC's Kedon Slovis during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24.

Epenesa’s Holiday Bowl performance highlights season

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 28, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Outback Bowl game between Iowa and Mississippi State at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs 27-22.

Looking back on Iowa’s best offensive bowls under Ferentz

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 27, 2019
Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa prepares for a play during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Keys to the 2019 Holiday Bowl

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
December 27, 2019
USC head coach Clay Helton (left) speaks with Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl Coaches Press Conference in the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Diego on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Highlights from the Holiday Bowl press conference

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
December 26, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl Coaches Press Conference in the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Diego on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Iowa football battles losses in Holiday Bowl

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 26, 2019
Iowa players meet Zena, a Two-Toed Sloth, at the San Diego Zoo in San Diego on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019.

Meet the San Diego Zoo’s lineup of animals

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 25, 2019
Iowa defensive back Geno Stone attempts to defend Purdue running back King Doerue during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

USC’s strong air-raid offense to test Iowa secondary

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 25, 2019
Iowa defensive back Devonte Young makes a tackle during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Young named Iowa’s recipient of Admiral U.S. Grant Sharp Trophy

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 24, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa State marked turning point for Duncan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 24, 2019
Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins looks to an official during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion, 55-24. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten: Bowl Edition

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 15, 2019
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Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 15, 2019
Iowa's 149-pound Brandon Sorensen beats Navy's Jared Prince during Session 1 of the NCAA Division 1 Wrestling Championships at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio on Thursday, March 15, 2018. Sorensen won by decision 11-6. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Four-time All-American Brandon Sorensen diagnosed with leukemia

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 3, 2019
Iowa’s 133-pound Austin DeSanto wrestles Wisconsin’s Seth Goss during a wrestling match between No.1 Iowa and No. 6 Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. DeSanto won by decision, 6-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 32-3.

DeSanto earns Big Ten Wrestler of the Week

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 3, 2019
Iowa wrestling head coach Tom Brands watches a during Iowa's dual meet against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018.

Tom Brands leads through accountability in the Iowa wrestling room

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 2, 2019
Iowa’s 165-pound Alex Marinelli wrestles Wisconsin’s Evan Wick during a wrestling match between No.1 Iowa and No. 6 Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. Marinelli won by decision, 4-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 32-3.

Marinelli honors family with a win against Wisconsin

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 1, 2019
Iowa’s 285-pound Tony Cassioppi wrestles Wisconsin’s Trent Hillger during a wrestling match between No.1 Iowa and No. 6 Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. Cassioppi won by decision, 3-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 32-3. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

No. 1 Iowa wrestling swept its ranked Wisconsin opponents

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 1, 2019
Iowa's 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles Wisconsin's Michael Cullen during a wrestling match between No.1 Iowa and No. 6 Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. Lee won by technical fall in 3:13.

No. 1 Iowa wrestling dominates No. 6 Wisconsin, 32-3

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
December 1, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Nebraska head coach Scott Frost speak before the Iowa vs. Nebraska game on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018. Iowa defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Week 14 scouting report: Nebraska

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 26, 2019
Iowa's 184-pound Nelson Brands wrestles Iowa State's Sam Colbray during a wrestling dual meet between Iowa and Iowa State at the Hilton Coliseum in Ames on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Brands won by decision, 4-3, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 29-6. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Nelson Brands makes impact known at ISU

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 24, 2019
Iowa's 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles Iowa State's Alex Mackall during a dual meet in Ames on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Lee won by technical fall, 17-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 29-6.

Iowa wrestling downs Iowa State, 29-6

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 24, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson hurdles MTSU's Gregory Grate, Jr. during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3.

Goodson continues to excel in freshman campaign

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 21, 2019
Iowa’s 157-pound Kaleb Young wrestles Northwestern’s Ryan Deakin during the fifth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Young won by sudden victory, 7-5, and earned fifth in the weight class.

Iowa wrestling takes on CyHawk action in Ames

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 21, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Three-year starter Stanley set to suit up for final Kinnick game

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 20, 2019
Iowa football players carry the Floyd of Rosedale trophy off the field after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Nov.16. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19.

Iowa defense saves day against Minnesota

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 17, 2019
Iowa's 174-pound Michael Kemerer wrestles UTC's Hunter Fortner during a wrestling dual-meet between Iowa and Tennessee-Chattanooga at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. Kemerer won by technical fall, 20-0, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Mocs, 39-0. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Michael Kemerer dominated, 20-0, in his return to the wrestling mat

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 17, 2019
Iowa's 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles UTC's Fabian Gutierrez at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. Lee won by major decision, 16-5.

Iowa wrestling sweeps Tennessee at Chattanooga, 39-0

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 17, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley makes a pass during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Offense leads Hawkeyes over Gophers

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 16, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Week 12 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Minnesota

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
November 16, 2019
Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner flies over Penn State running back Devyn Ford during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

One-on-one with Iowa safety Jack Koerner

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 14, 2019
Iowa’s 133-pound Austin DeSanto wrestles Michigan’s Stevan Micic during the third session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Micic won by decision, 3-2.

Iowa wrestling set for explosive season opener

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 14, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley points out a linebacker during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24.

Iowa football gears up for another November top-10 matchup

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 13, 2019
Iowa forward Maddy Murphy jumps to block a pass during a field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern at Grant Field on Saturday Oct. 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 2-1.

Iowa field hockey wins Big Ten Tournament

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 10, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan attempts a field goal during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Duncan continues to be vital part of Iowa football

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 10, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back to pass during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, November 9, 2019. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-22.

Stanley steps up in fourth-quarter dominance

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 9, 2019
Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa rushes the passer during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, November 9, 2019.

Week 11 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Wisconsin

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
November 9, 2019
Iowa forward Maddy Murphy shoots toward the goal, scoring the winning point of the field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern at Grant Field on Saturday Oct. 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 2-1.

Iowa field hockey’s journey back to the Big Ten Championship begins

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 6, 2019
Iowa players huddle up during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Kayser: The Big Ten West could end up a mess

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
November 4, 2019
Iowa's Spencer Lee answers questions to the press during Iowa wrestling's media day in Mt. Vernon on Wednesday, October 30, 2019.

Spencer Lee set to wrestle collegiately and internationally in 2019-20

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 30, 2019
Iowa's Michael Kemerer addresses the media during Iowa wrestling's media day in Mt. Vernon on Wednesday, October 30, 2019. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Michael Kemerer is ready to return to Iowa wrestling’s lineup

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 30, 2019
Willy the Wildcat cheers after a Northwestern touchdown during the Iowa/Northwestern game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 10, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Week 9 scouting report: Northwestern

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 24, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith catches a touchdown pass during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Iowa’s offense finds ways to replace Smith

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 23, 2019
Illinois head coach, Lovie Smith, speaks during the Big Ten Football Media Day in Chicago, Ill., on Thursday, July 18, 2019.

Injuries and late-game losses headline Big Ten

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 22, 2019
Former Hawkeye named to National Wrestling Hall of Fame

Former Hawkeye named to National Wrestling Hall of Fame

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 22, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley runs the ball during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Stanley proves he’s all-in for his team

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 20, 2019
Iowa players react to wide receiver Brandon Smith's catch during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 19, 2019
Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins loses the ball during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Turnovers save the day for Iowa

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 19, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during the football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes lead the Boilermakers 9-7 at half.

Week 8 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 19, 2019
Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch makes a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Welch to miss Purdue game with injury

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 19, 2019
Wirfs utilizes wrestling background in football career

Wirfs utilizes wrestling background in football career

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 17, 2019
Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia runs back an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Purdue set to throw challenge at Iowa’s secondary

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 17, 2019
Penn State players celebrate in front of the student section after Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Week 7 scouting report: Penn State

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 10, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley yells out before a play during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 10-3.

Iowa set to face off against a top-10 opponent under the Kinnick lights

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 10, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The Wolverines celebrated homecoming and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-3. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa’s rushing game is looking to improve against Penn State

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 9, 2019
Iowa defensive back Geno Stone attempts to intercept a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 10-3.

Iowa’s secondary and defense gave the offense a chance against Michigan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 6, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson prepares to block during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Defense succeeds, offense struggles, Iowa moves forward

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 5, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 5, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Week 6 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 5, 2019
Mascots participate in the Hawkeye Wave during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten: Week 6

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 3, 2019
Iowa cornerback Julius Brents (20) defends a pass intended for Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autumn-Bell (3) during Iowa’s game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. Brents and fellow freshman defensive back Riley Moss both started for the first time against Minnesota and combined for three interceptions as the Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 48-31.

Hawkeyes get healthier heading into Michigan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
October 1, 2019
Iowa payers celebrate a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Grading Iowa’s Week 5 performance against MTSU

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 29, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3.

Kayser: Iowa’s offense is enough for Michigan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 29, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson hurdles MTSU's Gregory Grate, Jr. during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa running backs post career numbers against Mid Tennessee

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 28, 2019
Iowa defenders converge on MTSU quarterback Asher O'Hara during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following 48-3 win

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills
September 28, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to pass during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa dominates Middle Tennessee, 48-3

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 28, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Week 5 halftime reaction — Iowa vs. Middle Tennessee

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills
September 28, 2019
Iowa interim head coach Vicki Brown instructs her players during a volleyball match between Iowa and Washington at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Huskies, 3-1.

Iowa volleyball officially names Vicki Brown as head coach

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 26, 2019
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Iowa’s four running backs have both rushing and receiving capabilities

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 25, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman Kyler Schott blocks Miami (Ohio) linebacker Myles Reid during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Injuries remain prevalent for Hawkeye football

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 24, 2019
Marching band members escape the rain during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Sept. 14, 2019.

Marching Band allegations from Cy-Hawk game emerge

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 19, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman coach Brian Ferentz speaks with media during Iowa's football media day on Saturday, August 6, 2016. Iowa's season opener is against Miami Ohio on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016 at 2:30 P.M. (The Daily Iowan/Joseph Cress)

Iowa football coordinators find takeaways from first three games

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 18, 2019
The Hawkeye Marching Band performs during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Barta comments on ‘inappropriate actions’ toward Hawkeye Marching Band

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 16, 2019
Iowa running back Toren Young scores a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Hawkeyes building a running back corps

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 12, 2019
Kid Captains Skylar Hardee and Jeg Weets walk out onto the football field in Kinnick Stadium with Hawkeye offensive lineman Landan Paulsen at Kids Day at Kinnick on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Kids Day at Kinnick is an annual event for families to experience Iowa's football stadium, while watching preseason practice and honoring this year's Kid Captains. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Landan Paulsen

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 12, 2019
Iowa outside hitter Meghan Buzzerio goes for a kill during a volleyball match between Iowa and Colorado in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, September 6, 2019. The Hawkeyes dropped their season opener to the Buffaloes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball’s offensive production looks to improve in road tournament

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 12, 2019
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan Quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during Iowa’s game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31. Iowa defeated the Redhawks, 38-14.

Iowa’s offensive line hasn’t missed a beat in its rotation

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 11, 2019
Iowa's 165-lb Alex Marinelli wrestle's Ohio State's Te'Shan Campbell during the first session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Marinelli won by decision, 6-3. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa wrestling to face Ohio State, reigning NCAA Champion Penn State at home in 2020

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 11, 2019
The Rutgers team runs onto the field during the Iowa-Rutgers game at High Point Solution Stadium at Piscataway on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Knights, 14-7. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Week 2 scouting report: Rutgers

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 5, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks to the stands during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Iowa football looks to early Big Ten matchup in Week 2

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
September 3, 2019
Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins looks to an official during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion, 55-24. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

College football Week 1: What are we getting ourselves into?

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette avoids a defender during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Hawkeye football set to kick off season against new Miami (Ohio) team

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
Brie Orr serves the ball during Iowa's match against Eastern Illinois on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes won the match 3-0.(Megan Nagorzanski/ The Daily Iowan)

Grit, focusing on future propel Hawkeyes into fall season

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor
August 25, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman James Daniels runs to the sidelines in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 40-35 to stay perfect on the season. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

NFL Hawkeye James Daniels returns for graduation

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
May 11, 2019
Iowa’s 165-pound Alex Marinelli wrestles Northern Iowa’s Bryce Steiert during the fifth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Marinelli won by decision, 9-3, and earned seventh in the weight class.

Hawkeye wrestling looks to be better in 2020

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee celebrates defeating Virginia’s Jack Mueller during the final session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Lee won by decision, 5-0, and defended his national title.

Spencer Lee faced adversity, renewed confidence in NCAA title run

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles Virginia’s Jack Mueller during the final session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Lee won by decision, 5-0, and defended his national title.

Spencer Lee is a two-time National Champion

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles Northern Illinois’ Bryce West during the first session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Lee won by technical fall, 18-0.

The numbers on Spencer Lee vs. Jack Mueller, the 125-pound NCAA final

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa’s 133-pound Austin DeSanto celebrates becoming an All-American during his match against Iowa State’s Austin Gomez during the fourth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. DeSanto won by major decision, 16-5.

All-American Austin DeSanto matures through being a Hawkeye

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa’s 157-pound Kaleb Young wrestles Michigan’s Alec Pantaleo during the fifth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Pantaleo won by decision, 6-2.

What happened, what’s next: NCAA Wrestling Championships Session 5

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles Oklahoma State’s Nicholas Piccininni during the fourth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Lee won by decision, 11-4.

Spencer Lee, from heartbreak to the NCAA Finals

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa’s 141-pound Max Murin wrestles Nebraska’s Chad Red during the fourth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Red won by decision, 4-1.

What happened, what’s next: NCAA Wrestling Championships Session 4

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee defeats Oklahoma State’s Nicholas Piccininni during the fourth session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Lee won by decision, 11-4, and earned a spot in the finals of his weight class.

Lee claims NCAA Wrestling Championship Finals bid

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa’s 165-pound Alex Marinelli wrestles Virginia Tech’s Mekhi Lewis during the third session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Lewis won by decision, 3-1.

Marinelli falls in quarterfinals, vies for All-American honors

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa’s 165-pound Alex Marinelli wrestles Virginia Tech’s Mekhi Lewis during the third session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Lewis won by decision, 3-1.

What happened, what’s next: NCAA Wrestling Championships Session 3

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa’s 157-pound Kaleb Young wrestles Northwestern’s Ryan Deakin during the third session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, March 22, 2019. Young won by sudden victory, 7-5.

Scoring points key for Iowa wrestling’s first 2019 All-Americans

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa’s 149-pound Pat Lugo wrestles Virginia Tech’s Ryan Blees during the second session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Lugo won in the second overtime period by sudden victory, 4-2.

Mixed results come from Iowa wrestling’s seeding and match types

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee wrestles NC State’s Sean Fausz during the second session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Lee won by major decision, 10-1.

What happened, what’s next: NCAA Wrestling Championships Session 2

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Iowa’s 133-pound Austin DeSanto wrestles Appalachian State’s Cody Russell during the first session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Russell was disqualified, advancing DeSanto.

What happened, what’s next: NCAA Wrestling Championships Session 1

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Iowa’s 285-pound Sam Stoll wrestles Michigan’s Mason Parris during the first session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Stoll won by decision, 8-5.

Stoll secures advancement with upset

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
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