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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
Anna Kayser

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor/Assistant Pregame Editor

Email: [email protected]

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 pitcher Grant Judkins throws the ball during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball drops series to Evansville, 2-1

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
March 10, 2019
Iowas Pat Lugo wrestles Lehighs Jimmy Hoffman during a wrestling dual-meet between Iowa and Lehigh at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018. Lugo, who is ranked tenth at 149, defeated Hoffman 12-3, as the Hawkeyes defeated the Mountain Hawks, 28-14.

Oklahoma State downs Iowa wrestling to end undefeated season

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
February 24, 2019
Iowas No. 3 Austin DeSanto wrestles Indianas Paul Konrath at 133lb during a wrestling match between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 15, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior night, defeated the Hoosiers 37-9.

Hawkeye wrestling takes share of Big Ten title with win over Wisconsin

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2019
Iowas Cash Wilcke takes down Purdues Max Lyon during Iowas dual meet against Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, November 24, 2018. Wilcke defeated Lyon 12-4 in a major decision. The Hawkeyes defeated Boilermakers 26-9.

Iowa wrestling takes down Nebraska to stay perfect

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
February 3, 2019
Iowas Austin DeSantos wrestles Rutgers Nick Suriano at 133 during the Iowa/Rutgers wrestling meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, January 18, 2019.

Iowa wrestling wins without Lee, Young on Sunday

Anna Kayser, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2019
Iowas No. 4 ranked Alex Marinelli celebrates defeating Princetons Dale Tiongson in a 165-pound wrestling match at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.

Iowa wrestling dominates Minnesota, 24-10

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
January 14, 2019
Kansas State defenders try to contain Mississippi State quarterback Nick Fitzgerald (7) in the first half on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, at Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kan. Mississippi State won, 31-10. (Bo Rader/Wichita Eagle/TNS)

By the numbers: Mississippi State

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
December 12, 2018
Iowas Max Murin wrestles Iowa States Ian Parker during Iowas dual meet against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, December 1, 2018.

Iowa wrestling shifts from late losses to bonus points

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
December 10, 2018
Iowas Sam Stoll informs Head Coach Tom Brands that he will be wrestling against Iowa States Gannon Gremmel during Iowas dual meet against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Stoll defeated Gremmel 5-1. Iowa defeated the Cyclones 19-18.

Iowa wrestling preps for Lehigh by looking back

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
December 7, 2018
Iowas Max Murin wrestles Iowa States Ian Parker during Iowas dual meet against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018. Parker defeated Murin 5-4. Iowa defeated the Cyclones 19-18.

Iowa wrestling focuses on closing out matches

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2018
Iowas Jacob Warner wrestles Iowa States Willie Miklus during Iowas dual meet against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018. Warner defeated Miklus 5-4. Iowa defeated the Cyclones 19-18.

Hawkeye wrestling’s No. 11 Warner comes up clutch with upset of three-time All-American in début

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
December 3, 2018
Alex Marinelli exits the mat after pinning Iowa States Brady Jennings during Iowas dual meet against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Iowa defeated the Cyclones 19-18. (Wyatt Dlouhy/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa wrestling narrowly escapes Iowa State

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
December 1, 2018
Iowas #1 ranked Spencer Lee grapples with Princetons #14 ranked Patrick Glory in a 125-lb weight class bout at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018. Lee won via Technical Fall, 17-2. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Spencer Lee listed in probable CyHawk lineup

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 28, 2018
Iowa’s No. 2 157-pound Michael Kemerer wrestles Michigan States Jake Tucker during an Iowa/Michigan State wrestling matchup in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 5, 2018.

Hawkeye wrestling has a plan to fill Kemerer’s lineup spot

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 28, 2018

Nicholas Baer

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during Iowas game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018.

Iowa’s run game exploded with potential against Nebraska

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 25, 2018
Iowas Carter Happel takes down Purdues Parker Filius during Iowas dual meet against Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Happel defeated Filus 2-0 and The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-9.

Iowa wrestling uses depth to fill big lineup holes

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 25, 2018
Iowa’s Carter Happell wrestles with Purdue’s Parker Filius during Iowa’s dual meet against Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Happel defeated Filius 2-0 and the Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-9.

Wrestling dominates No. 14 Purdue

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 24, 2018
Defensive holes force last-second victory

Defensive holes force last-second victory

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 23, 2018
Rachael Westergard/Contributed

Iowa lineman balances football and family with newborn twins at home

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 21, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) drops back to pass during a game against Northwestern University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

College football Week 12: the Big Ten is embarrassing

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 16, 2018
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent runs the ball during the Iowa/Northwestern game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

Hawkeyes look to fix the run game production

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 15, 2018
Iowas Spencer Lee competes against Rutgerss Nick Suriano in the 125-pound final bout of the NCAA Wrestling Championships in Cleveland, OH. Lee defeated Suriano by decision, 5-1, placing first in the tournament. This is Lees first national title. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes dominate for win No. 1,000

Anna Kayser, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2018
Iowa defensive end Parker Hesse (40), Iowa defensive end Matt Nelson (96), and Iowa defensive end Sam Brincks (90) look back towards their bench during a game against Northwestern on Saturday, Nov. 10 at Kinnick Stadium. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

Defensive gaps lead to loss against Northwestern

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 12, 2018
Northwestern wide receiver Bennnet Skowronek catches a touchdown pass 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)

Iowa gives Northwestern a trip to Indianapolis

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 10, 2018
Northwestern Wildcats quarterback Clayton Thorson (18) throws a pass during the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Ryan Field in Evanston, Ill., on Saturday, Nov. 31, 2018. Notre Dame won, 31-21. (Nuccio DiNuzzo/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

By the numbers: Northwestern

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2018
Iowas 125-pound Spencer Lee walks off the mat after defeating Purdues Luke Welch during Session 2 of the NCAAs Wrestling Championships at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio on Thursday, March 15, 2018.

Iowa wrestling faces off in first dual meets

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2018
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz paces the sidelines during a game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 38–14.

Hawkeye football’s ‘New Kirk’ aggressive approach has sparked excitement

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 8, 2018
Spencer Lee stands for a portrait during Wrestling Media Day at the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex on Monday, Nov. 5, 2018.

Iowa wrestling focused on two major points for the season

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 6, 2018
Iowa players dive for the ball during a volleyball match between Iowa and Penn State on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. The Hawkeyes were shut out by the Nittany Lions, 3-0.

Volleyball falls to No. 7 Penn State

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 3, 2018
Wrestlers warm up before Iowa Wrestling wrestle offs at the Dan Gable Wrestling complex on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018.

Hawkeye wrestling finishes wrestle-off competition

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 2, 2018
Iowas Colten Rastetter punts during the Iowa/Minnesota football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10, to keep the Floyd of Rosedale trophy.

One-on-one with Hawkeye punter Colten Rastetter

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 2, 2018
Wrestlers warm up before Iowa Wrestling wrestle offs at the Dan Gable Wrestling complex on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018.

Iowa wrestling concludes first day of wrestle-offs

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
November 1, 2018
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson trips trying to catch up to an overthrown pass during Iowas game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Nate Stanley, offense move forward from Penn State loss

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 31, 2018
Maryland Head Coach, DJ Durkin, speaks during Big Ten Football Media Days at McCormick Place Conference Center in Chicago on Monday, July 24, 2017.

Maryland Board of Regents recommends D.J. Durkin reinstatement

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 30, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley hands the ball off to running back Ivory Kelley-Martin during a football game between Iowa and Maryland in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Stanley vs. McSorley, a quarterback edge causes defensive stress

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2018
Hawkeye defensive end Parker Hesses relationship step from football gridiron

Hawkeye defensive end Parker Hesse’s relationship step from football gridiron

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2018
Iowa tight end Noah Fant runs after a catch during Iowas game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 42-16.

Iowa’s tight ends have turned into the strongest offensive force

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2018
Iowa running back Toren Young carries the ball during Iowas game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Injured Hawkeyes headline Week 8 of college football

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2018
Iowa defensive back Jake Gervase tackles Northwestern running back Justin Jackson during the game between Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 17-10, in overtime.

Football’s defense is prepared for a quarterback challenge

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 12, 2018
College football Week 7: Ohio State leading the Big Ten

College football Week 7: Ohio State leading the Big Ten

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 12, 2018
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.

Hawkeye injuries create uncertainty for Indiana matchup

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 10, 2018
Outfielder Zeb Adreon next at bat during Iowas game against Ontario Blue Jays at Duane Banks Field on Sept. 21, 2018.

Iowa baseball’s annual Black and Gold World Series kicks off

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 10, 2018

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Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 8, 2018
Iowa cornerback Riley Moss (33) celebrates an interception with teammates Jake Gervase (30) and Geno Stone (8) during Iowa’s game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Football true freshmen adjust to burn Minnesota

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 7, 2018
Iowa players hold the Floyd of Rosedale trophy after their game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Iowa’s offense, defense come out swinging for the Pig

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 6, 2018
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during Iowas game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

Halftime reactions – Iowa vs. Minnesota

Adam Hensley and Anna Kayser
October 6, 2018
Minnesota running back Rodney Smith gets tackled by Iowa linebacker Josey Jewell and Jake Gervase during an Iowa/Minnesota football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10.

By the numbers: Minnesota Gophers

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 4, 2018
Nebraska Head Coach Scott Frost addresses the media at Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago on Monday, July 23, 2018.

Notables from Week 6 in the Big Ten

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 3, 2018
Running back Toren Young poses for a portrait during Iowa football Media Days on Friday, Aug. 10, 2018.

Toren Young

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 1, 2018
A banner made in honor of the kids at the Stead Family Childrens Hospital waves in the wind at Dukies One Eye Open, a charitable golf tournament in Waverly, Iowa, on Sept. 28.

Golf tournament raises money for Children’s Hospital

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
October 1, 2018
Wisconsins Garrett Groshek avoids a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 28-17.

By the numbers: Iowa football and the offense

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2018
Fans storm the field on Nov. 4, 2017 after Iowa defeated Ohio State, 55-24.

A look back at the best of Kinnick Stadium under the lights

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 20, 2018
Iowa center Keegan Render and teammates carry the Cy-Hawk trophy off the field after Iowas game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the cyclones 13-3.

One-on-one with Hawkeye center Keegan Render

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 20, 2018
Ohio State Head Coach Urban Meyer addresses the media during Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago on Tuesday, July 24, 2018.

Urban Meyer returns, Big Ten looks forward

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 18, 2018
Iowas Aralee Bogar prepares to receive a throw at second during Iowa’s Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State at the Goodman Softball complex in Madison, Wisconsin on Friday, May 11. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 5-1.

Iowa softball has been revamped thanks to a partially new coaching staff

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 17, 2018
Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Nick Easley (84) is taken to the turf as the ball bounces away during a game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 38–14.

Iowa football hurt by penalties against Northern Iowa

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 16, 2018
A Northern Iowa player loses his helmet as the Iowa defense swarms in the first half of a football game against the University of Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sep. 15, 2018. At halftime, the Hawkeyes led the Panthers 21-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Defense flexes its muscles, offense wakes up against UNI

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 15, 2018
Iowa tight end Noah Fant celebrates as he crosses the goal line in the first quarter of a football game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Satruday, Sep. 15, 2018. At halftime, the Hakeyes led the Panthers 21-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Halftime reactions – Northern Iowa vs. Iowa

Adam Hensley and Anna Kayser
September 15, 2018
Freshman Abby Lien, utiliy and center, bats during the Iowa v Kirkwood softball game at the Pearl Softball Complex in Coralville on Sept 14, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Kirkwood Eagles 10-6.

Softball wins first exhibition game

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 15, 2018
Iowa Tight End Noah Fant runs after a catch during Iowas game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Noah Fant holds major advantage for Hawkeye football

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 13, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws under pressure during Iowas game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Entering Week 3, Iowa finds another rivalry and offensive challenges

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 11, 2018
Iowa State players take to the field during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime.

Cy-Hawk rivalry has major implications for both sides

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 6, 2018
Iowa linebacker Ben Niemann trips up Ohio State running back Mike Weber 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: A Big Ten Roast

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 6, 2018
Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley throws during the 4th quarter of Iowas game against Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 23, 2017. Penn State defeated Iowa 21-19 on a last second touchdown past.

Where the Big Ten stands after Week 1 of college football

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
September 5, 2018
Iowa offensive linemen Levi Paulsen warms up during a summer camp practice at the outdoor practice facility on Monday, Aug. 7, 2017. The Hawkeyes will host their annual kids day event on Saturday, Aug. 12, at Kinnick Stadium.

Iowa football names two inexperienced starters to replace suspended players

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
August 30, 2018
Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch avoids Nebraska wide receiver DeMornay Pierson-El after intercepting a deflected pass during the Iowa/Nebraska football game in Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 56-14.

Hawkeye football fills void left by suspensions

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
August 28, 2018
Quarterback Nate Stanley poses for a portrait during Iowa Football media day on Aug. 10.

Nate Stanley gives Iowa football a voice for its offense

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
August 21, 2018
Iowas Griere Hughes at Iowa Volleyball Media Day at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, August 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes kick off their 2018 season on August 25 against Southern Methodist University at the LUV Invitational in Nashville, Tennessee, and open at home on September 9 against Eastern Illinois.

Hawkeye volleyball adds young depth to roster

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor
August 20, 2018
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher John Gant and the Cardinals take the field for a game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Cleveland Indians at Busch Stadium on Monday, June 25, 2018, in St. Louis, Mo. The Cardinals won, 4-0. (Chris Lee/St. Louis Post-Dispatch/TNS)

Kayser: MLB at the All-Star break

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
July 16, 2018
Michigans Cori Crocker spikes the ball during a match against Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017. Iowa defeated Michigan 3 sets to 1. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Breaking down Big Ten volleyball’s best

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
July 4, 2018
University of Iowa softball player Allie Wood watches a pitch during a game against the University of Wisconsin on Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 3-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa softball coaching staff adds another

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
July 3, 2018
Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer talks on the sideline 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)

Big Ten brings in great football coaches who raise up teams

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
June 27, 2018
MLB doesn’t have a pace-of-play problem

MLB doesn’t have a pace-of-play problem

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
June 22, 2018
Iowas Allison Doocy delivers a pitch during Iowas Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State at the Goodman Softball complex in Madison, WI. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 5-1. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Potential for change brightens softball future

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
June 13, 2018
New University of Iowa Softball head coach Renee Gillispie shakes hands with Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair Gary Barta after accepting the position Friday, June 8, 2018 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Softball tabs Gillispie as new head coach

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
June 8, 2018
Iowa Head Coach Marla Looper walks off the field during Iowa’s Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State at the Goodman Softball complex in Madison, WI. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 5-1. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Northwestern ends Iowa’s season in Big Ten Softball Tournament

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
May 12, 2018
Iowa starting pitcher Alison Doocy delivers a pitch during Iowa’s Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State at the Goodman Softball complex in Madison, WI. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 5-1. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa softball upsets Ohio State in Big Ten Tournament

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
May 10, 2018
University of Iowa softball player Allie Wood watches a pitch during a game against the University of Wisconsin on Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 3-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Big Ten Tournament brings one last go-around for seniors

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
May 8, 2018
Iowas Lea Thompson is tagged out by Purdues Lexi Huffman during a softball game between Iowa and Purdue on Sunday, May 6, 2018. The Boilermakers spoiled the Hawkeyes senior day, 6-0. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Purdue triumphs, Iowa still makes the tournament

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
May 7, 2018
University of Iowa softball player Angela Schmiederer watches a pitch during a game against the University of Wisconsin on Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 3-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Softball heads into battle in Big Ten play

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
May 2, 2018
University of Iowa softball player Allison Doocy winds up to pitch during a game against Western Illinois University on Tuesday, Apr. 17, 2018. Doocy pitched seven innings with nine strikeouts and gave up one run on one hit but the Fighting Leathernecks defeated the Hawkeyes 2-1. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

6 games stand between Iowa softball and proving it can compete

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 27, 2018
Iowa catcher Angela Schmiederer bats during the final Fall Ball softball game against NIU at Pearl Field on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 9-2. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Softball struggles seem everlasting

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 26, 2018
University of Iowa softball player Allison Doocy stands on second base during a game against the University of Minnesota on Friday, Apr. 13, 2018. The Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 6-2. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye softball works to end losing streak

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 17, 2018
Iowa head coach Marla Looper looks to the outfield during a softball game against Valparaiso at Bob Pearl Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 17, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Crusaders, 3-0. (The Daily Iowan/Joseph Cress)

Softball has tough Big Ten slate to come

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 12, 2018
Iowas Mallory Kilian hits a ball during the Iowa/Wisconsin softball game at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, April 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers in the third game of the series, 5-3. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Softball drops one of two in Nebraska

anna kayser, [email protected]
April 11, 2018
Iowas Lea Thompson kneels next to the base during the Iowa/Wisconsin softball game at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, April 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers in the third game of the series, 5-3. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Coaching philosophy pays off for Iowa softball

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 10, 2018
Allie Wood watches a pitch during a game against the University of Wisconsin on Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 3-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa softball records first season sweep

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 9, 2018
Iowa catcher Angela Schmiederer bats during the Iowa/Wisconsin softball game at Bob Pearl Field on Saturday, April 7, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers in the second game of the series, 4-3. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Bats adjust, softball outlives another Big Ten opponent

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 8, 2018
Iowa infielder Mallory Kilian waits to field the ball during womens softball Iowa vs. Drake at Bob Pearl Field on March 28, 2018. The Bulldogs defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Offensive success comes from coaching philosophy, buying in

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
April 5, 2018
Softball travels to Maryland with the means to win

Softball travels to Maryland with the means to win

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 30, 2018
during the Iowa City school board meeting at the Professional Development Center on March 27, 2018. Members of the school board discussed the possibility of creating a safety task force. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes sweep doubleheader against Green Bay

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 28, 2018
Iowas Maddie Kampshroeder performs on the uneven bars during the Iowa/Southeast Missouri State gymnastics meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Mar. 02, 2018. Kampshroeder scored a 9.775. The GymHawks defeated the Redhawks, 195.550-192.750. (Katina Zentz/ The Daily Iowan)

GymHawks make NCAA cut, head to Minnesota

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 27, 2018
Iowas Reghan Coyle and middle blocker Kelsey ONeill block a spike during an Iowa/Purdue volleyball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-2. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

V-ball springs into new season

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 23, 2018
Pitcher Mallory Kilian stands ready near first base during Womens Softball Iowa vs. South Dakota State University at Bob Pearl Field on March 21, 2018. The Jackrabbits defeated the Hawkeyes 5 to 2 in the 7th inning. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Softball falls in first home games due to mental mistakes

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 22, 2018
Saint Louis pitcher Charlie Sheehan delivers a pitch during the NCAA mens baseball game between Iowa and Saint Louis at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Baseball loses at home, struggling on the mound and in the box

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 21, 2018
Aralee Bogar gets a nice introduction from her teammates before their game against Iowa State Saturday, Sep. 30, 2017. (Paxton Corey/The Daily Iowan)

Recently improved defense falters, offense steps up

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 19, 2018
Iowa pitcher Allison Doocy throws a pitch during the first game of a double header against Nebraska at Bob Pearl on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. (File Photo/The Daily Iowan)

Battling Hawkeyes jump above .500

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 14, 2018
Iowas Daniella Ibarra steps up to bat on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. Iowa won the game 6-1 against Des Moines Area Community College. (Ashley Morris/The Daily Iowan)

Seven plus innings will be key for Iowa pitchers

Anna Kayser, [email protected]
March 7, 2018
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