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Austin Hanson

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor

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Austin Hanson is the Pregame Editor at The Daily Iowan. He is a senior at the University of Iowa studying journalism and mass communication and sport and recreation management. Austin has been on The Daily Iowan’s sports staff since 2019. During that time, he’s been in a number of roles from reporter to Sports Editor. Austin has covered more than 15 different Hawkeye sports over the last three years.

All content by Austin Hanson
Oct 3, 2021; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (1) catches the ball as Houston Texans defensive back Desmond King (25) defends during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 4

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 5, 2021
Iowa defensive linemen Zach VanValkenburg rushes the passer during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa defensive end Zach VanValkenburg

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 30, 2021

Yes

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 28, 2021
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day speaks with reporters during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Big Ten football notebook | Day updates status of Pope, Stroud

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 28, 2021
Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell tackles Kent State running back Marquez Cooper during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes 30-7. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Campbell, Benson fly all over the field in Iowa’s win over Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 26, 2021
Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson hauls in a catch for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

True freshmen propel Iowa football to 24-14 win over Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 25, 2021
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson finds a gap during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.

Halftime reactions: Colorado State leads No. 5 Iowa, 14-7

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
September 25, 2021
Iowa defensive lineman Noah Shannon makes a tackle on Colorado State running back A'Jon Vivens during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates: No. 5 Iowa football hosts Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 25, 2021
Iowa defensive back Riley Moss returns an interception for a touchdown during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa cornerback Riley Moss

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 23, 2021
Iowa linebacker Jestin Jacobs makes a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes with a score of 30-7. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Jacobs, Iowa football prepared for matchup with McBride, Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 23, 2021
Sep 19, 2021; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant (87) scores a touchdown against Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton (52) during the third quarter at TIAA Bank Field.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 2

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 21, 2021
Iowa Center Luka Garza celebrates during the Iowa Men’s Basketball game against Michigan State on Feb. 2, 2021 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Garza became the second Hawkeye men's player ever to surpass 2,000 career points during the game. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

Garza, Clark named finalists for AAU James E. Sullivan Award

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 20, 2021
Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum surveys the field during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Will to win: How Iowa’s Tyler Linderbaum became the nation’s best center

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 16, 2021

No

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 14, 2021
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day speaks with reporters during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Big Ten notebook: PSU’s Franklin addresses USC rumors, OSU’s Day talks defense

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 14, 2021
Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins breaks up a pass intended for Iowa State wide receiver Joe Skates during a football game between No. 10 Iowa and No. 9 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 27-17.

Defense, special teams push Iowa football past Iowa State in Ames

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 11, 2021
Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones catches a ball for a touchdown during a football game between No. 10 Iowa and No. 9 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Halftime reactions: No. 10 Iowa leads No. 9 Iowa State, 14-10

Robert Read, Austin Hanson, and Chloe Peterson
September 11, 2021
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day speaks with reporters during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Around the Big Ten: Matchups, power rankings for Week 2

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 9, 2021
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz commands his team during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Iowa football notebook: Hawkeyes prep for highly anticipated matchup with Cyclones

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 7, 2021
Iowa defensive back Riley Moss returns an interception for a touchdown during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6. Moss had two interception on the day.

Iowa football’s Riley Moss named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 6, 2021
Iowa defensive linemen Zach VanValkenburg rushes the passer during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Depth in trenches an asset for Iowa football

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 5, 2021
Iowa defensive back Riley Moss returns an interception for his second pick six of the day during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021.

Iowa football’s Riley Moss named Walter Camp Defensive Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 5, 2021
The Iowa student section leads a chant during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Fans provide spark for Iowa football in season-opening win over No. 17 Indiana

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 4, 2021
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras celebrates a touchdown from running back Tyler Goodson during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Halftime reaction: Iowa dominates Indiana in first half, leads 31-3 at the break

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
September 4, 2021
Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. searches for his teammates after finishing an interview during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Week 1 scouting notebook: Iowa vs. Indiana

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
September 2, 2021
Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (left) chases after Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson (right) during a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Opinion | Bold predictions for the 2021 Iowa football season

Robert Read, Austin Hanson, Chloe Peterson, and Chris Werner
September 2, 2021

Yahya Black

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 31, 2021
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day speaks with reporters during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Big Ten Conference set to officially kick off 2021 football season

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 31, 2021
Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. searches for his teammates after finishing an interview during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Big Ten East preview: Ohio State the overwhelming favorite

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 29, 2021
Jul 22, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Big 10 commissioner Kevin Warren speaks to the media during Big 10 media days at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports

Big Ten Conference announces formal alliance with Pac-12 and ACC

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 24, 2021

8-4

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 23, 2021
Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum throws a block during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Linderbaum named preseason first-team All-American by Associated Press

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 23, 2021
Iowa defensive lineman Yahya Black poses for a photographer during Iowa Football Media Day at Iowa football's practice field on Friday, Aug. 13, 2021.

Yahya Black among new faces on Iowa’s defensive line in 2021

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
August 13, 2021
Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. answers questions during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Hoosiers, Penix Jr. ready for season-opener against Iowa

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
July 23, 2021
Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during Day 1 of the 2021 Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 22.

Highlights from Day 1 of the 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
July 22, 2021
University of Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema speaks during Day 1 of the 2021 Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 22, 2021.

Former Hawkeye Bret Bielema ready for next chapter of Big Ten career with Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
July 22, 2021
Jul 22, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Big 10 commissioner Kevin Warren speaks to the media during Big 10 media days at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren comments on league expansion, COVID-19

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
July 22, 2021
Mar 20, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Spencer Lee is introduced prior to the championship match of the 125 weight class against Arizona State Sun Devils wrestler Brandon Courtney during the finals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

The Daily Iowan names Spencer Lee 2020-21 Male Athlete of the Year

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
June 28, 2021
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, and earned a spot in the finals of his weight class.

The Daily Iowan names Iowa wrestling 2020-21 Men’s Team of the Year

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
June 27, 2021
Iowa’s Alexa Noel returns the ball during a women's tennis meet at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers with a score of 4-3.

Two Hawkeye women’s tennis players receive postseason honors

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
June 16, 2021
Iowa starting pitcher Cam Baumann throws a pitch during a baseball game between Iowa and Northwestern on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Duane Banks Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 15-4.

Iowa baseball completes three-game sweep of Michigan State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 30, 2021
Iowa’s Trenton Wallace pitches during a baseball game between Iowa and Maryland on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 6-2.

Iowa baseball’s Trenton Wallace earns Big Ten Pitcher of the Year honors

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 30, 2021
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks to players after a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Former Hawkeye Jason Manson named Iowa football’s new Director of Player Development

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 25, 2021
Coralville ECHL franchise unveils team nickname, logos

Coralville ECHL franchise unveils team nickname, logos

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 20, 2021
Iowa outfielder Trenton Wallace swings while at-bat during the second game of a baseball doubleheader between Iowa and Cal-State Northridge at Duane Banks Field on Sunday, March 17, 2019.

Iowa baseball loses three-game series to Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 16, 2021
Iowa's Duncan Davitt pitches the ball during a baseball game against Clarke University on Tuesday, Apr. 2, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pride 3-2.

Pitching woes doom Iowa baseball in 14-1 loss to Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 15, 2021
Iowa starting pitcher Trenton Wallace pitches during a baseball game between Iowa and Penn State on Friday, May 7, 2021 at Duane Banks Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 4-2. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Early offense propels Iowa baseball to 4-2 victory over Penn State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 7, 2021
Iowa guard CJ Fredrick takes a shot during a menÕs basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye on Wednesday.

Former Hawkeye CJ Fredrick signs with Kentucky men’s basketball

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 5, 2021
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras makes an adjustment during a spring practice for Iowa football at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Iowa football wraps up spring practice, turns focus to summer workouts

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
May 1, 2021
University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (57) tackles Penn State Nittany Lions running back Devyn Ford (28) during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Former Hawkeye defensive end Chauncey Golston picked by Dallas Cowboys in third round of NFL Draft

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 30, 2021
Iowa baseball player Ben Norman hits the ball during a baseball game in Iowa City against Northwestern. The Hawks beat the Wildcats, 9-8. (Kate Heston/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball ready for road series against Indiana

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 29, 2021

Five Hawkeyes will be drafted

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 27, 2021
Iowa catcher Brett McCleary rounds third base during a game against Ontario at Duane Banks Field on Friday, September 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Jays 30-6 in 14 innings.

McCleary, Iowa baseball down Northwestern in walk-off fashion

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 26, 2021
Iowa pitcher Cam Baumann throws a pitch during a baseball game between Iowa and Northwestern on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Duane Banks Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 15-4. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye pitcher Cam Baumann impresses in 15-4 win over Northwestern

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 25, 2021
Iowa first baseman Peyton Williams watches where the ball is while racing to third base during a baseball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Kansas Jayhawks on Tuesday, March 10, at Duane Banks Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jayhawks, 8-0.

Iowa baseball misses opportunities, falls to Maryland

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 24, 2021
Head Coach Marc Long speaks at the save swim meeting outside the IMU on Aug. 29, 2020.

Marc Long declines opportunity to coach Iowa swim and dive in 2021-22

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 20, 2021
Iowa Midfielder Hailey Rydberg runs the ball down the field during the Iowa Soccer senior day game against Purdue on Mar. 28, 2021 at the Iowa Soccer Complex. Iowa defeated Purdue 1-0.

Iowa soccer to play Campbell in first round of NCAA Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 19, 2021
The Iowa wrestling team lifts up their trophies during Iowa football spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 17, 2021.

Opinion | Saturday afternoon at Kinnick Stadium almost felt normal

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 17, 2021
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery speaks during men's basketball media day in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Oct. 16, 2017. The Hawkeyes open up their season with an exhibition game against William Jewell College on Friday, Oct. 27. at 7 p.m. in Carver. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Fran McCaffery weighs in on transfer portal rules, future of guard Joe Wieskamp

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 14, 2021
Iowa players, Dylan Nedved and Zeb Adreon, celebrate Nedved’s home run during the Iowa baseball game v. Minnesota at the Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on April 11, 2021.

Nedved’s big day propels Hawkeyes to series sweep of Golden Gophers

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 11, 2021

No — Petras won’t start at QB in 2021

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 11, 2021
Hawkeye pitcher Trenton Wallace pitches during the baseball game against Illinois at Duane Banks Field on March 30, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 2-1 after the 9th inning.

Iowa baseball overpowers Minnesota, 7-1

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 9, 2021

Yes

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 6, 2021
Players kneel and stand for the national anthem before the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. Head Coach Kirk Ferentz did not kneel for the anthem.The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Iowa football announces two open spring practice dates

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
April 1, 2021
Mar 20, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Spencer Lee is introduced prior to the championship match of the 125 weight class against Arizona State Sun Devils wrestler Brandon Courtney during the finals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa wrestling’s Spencer Lee speaks on withdrawal from U.S. Olympic Trials

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 29, 2021
Iowa wrestler Spencer Lee holds the Hodge Trophy with his father, Larry at Kinnick Stadium on Jan. 5, 2021. The Hodge Trophy is awarded to the best wrestler in the nation and Lee is one of three Hawkeyes to win the award.

Iowa wrestling’s Spencer Lee wins second-straight Hodge Trophy

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 29, 2021
Spectators and players do the Hawkeye Wave during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

Iowa Athletics to welcome fans at outdoor events

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 24, 2021
Mar 20, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team pose for a photo after winning the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Opinion | It’s been a privilege to cover Iowa wrestling for the last two seasons

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 24, 2021
Mar 20, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Spencer Lee is introduced prior to the championship match of the 125 weight class against Arizona State Sun Devils wrestler Brandon Courtney during the finals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa wrestling’s Spencer Lee overcomes knee injury, wins national title

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 21, 2021
Mar 20, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team pose for a photo after winning the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa wrestling claims long-awaited NCAA Championship

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 20, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Spencer Lee wrestles Purdue Boilermakers wrestler Devin Schroder in the 125 weight class during the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Spencer Lee wins 2021 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 20, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Austin Desanto wrestles Little Rock Trojans wrestler Paul Bianchi during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa’s Austin DeSanto to be held out of Parade of All-Americans

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 20, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Austin DeSanto wrestles Oklahoma State Cowboys wrestler Daton Fix in the 133 weight class during the semifinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa wrestling clinches 2021 NCAA Championship victory

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 20, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wrestler Gable Steveson wrestles Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Tony Cassioppi in the 285 weight class during the semifinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Follow along: Four Hawkeyes compete in Session VI of the 2021 NCAA Wrestling Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 20, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Spencer Lee wrestles Central Michigan Chippewas wrestler Drew Hilldebrandt in the 125 weight class during the semifinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Three Iowa wrestlers advance to NCAA Championship finals

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Michael Kemerer celebrates after defeating North Carolina State Wolfpack wrestler Daniel Bullard in the 174 weight class during the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Follow along: Iowa wrestling participates in Session V of the 2021 NCAA Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes Tony Cassioppi wrestles Edinboro Fighting Scots wrestler Jon Spaulding during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Big Ten heavyweights headline 2021 NCAA Wrestling Championship semifinals

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Alex Marinelli wrestles Stanford Cardinal wrestler Shane Griffith in the 165 weight class during the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Rapid Recap: Two Hawkeyes advance out of Session IV of NCAA Wrestling Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 19, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Jaydin Eierman celebrates after defeating Central Michigan Chippewas wrestler Dresden Simon in the 141 weight class during the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Follow along: Five Hawkeye wrestlers compete in Session IV of the NCAA Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Spencer Lee wrestles West Virginia Mountaineer wrestler Killian Cardinale during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Rapid Recap: Iowa wrestling wraps up 2021 NCAA Championships Session III

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Michael Kemerer wrestles Army Black Knights wrestler Benjamin Pasiuk during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Follow along: Eight Iowa wrestlers compete in the 2021 NCAA Championship Session III quarterfinals

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Jacob Warner celebrates after defeating NC State Wolfpack wrestler Nick Reenan during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa wrestling advances eight to 2021 NCAA Championship quarterfinals

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Jaydin Eierman wrestles Indiana Hoosiers wrestler Cayden Rooks during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Rapid Recap: Four Hawkeyes advance to 2021 NCAA Wrestling Championship quarterfinals

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Jacob Warner celebrates after defeating NC State Wolfpack wrestler Nick Reenan during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Follow along: Iowa participates in Session II of the 2021 NCAA Wrestling Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Austin Desanto wrestles Little Rock Trojans wrestler Paul Bianchi during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Preview: Iowa’s NCAA Wrestling Championships Session II matchups

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Austin Desanto wrestles Little Rock Trojans wrestler Paul Bianchi during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Rapid Recap: Iowa wrestling’s NCAA Championship Session 1B matches conclude

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Mar 18, 2021; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Austin Desanto wrestles Little Rock Trojans wrestler Paul Bianchi during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Follow along: Iowa wrestling competes in Session 1B of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Iowa’s Max Murin struggles for top position against Nebraska’s Ridge Lovett during the opening session of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, PA on Saturday, March 6, 2021. Lovett won the match by major decision. The Hawkeyes ended the first session with a team score of 75.5, putting them in first ahead of second place, Nebraska, with a score of 63.

Rapid Recap: Iowa wrestling wraps up Session 1A of the NCAA Wrestling Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Penn States Roman Bravo-Young leaps to avoid shots taken by Iowa’s Austin DeSanto during the finals of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, PA on Sunday, March 8, 2021. Bravo-Young won the match by decision 5-2. The Hawkeyes won the Big Ten Title with a team score of 159.5. This is the 37 Big Ten Title in school history.

Follow along: Iowa wrestling participates in Session 1A of the NCAA Championships

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 18, 2021
Iowa head coach Tom Brands confronts the officials during a wrestling match between No.1 Iowa and No. 6 Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 32-3.

Iowa wrestling’s Tom Brands named NWCA Coach of the Year

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 17, 2021
Iowa’s Spencer Lee attempts a takedown against Purdue’s Devin Schroder during the finals of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, PA on Sunday, March 8, 2021. Lee won the match with a tech fall 21-3.

Iowa wrestling ready for second chance at NCAA title

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 16, 2021
Iowa guard Connor McCaffery looks to pass the ball during the Big Ten men's basketball tournament semifinals against Illinois on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Fighting Illini, 82-71. No. 2 Illinois and No. 5 Ohio State will compete in the championship game tomorrow afternoon.

Hawkeyes miss opportunities, fall to Illini in Big Ten Tournament semifinals

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp reaches for a rebound during the first half of the Big Ten men's basketball tournament semifinals against Illinois on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Hawkeyes are behind the Fighting Illini, 37-45 at halftime. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Halftime reactions: No. 3 seed Iowa vs. No. 2 seed Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
- -Text: PC photo by Danny Wilcox Frazier --10/20/01-- Iowa's Ladell Betts flys past the arm of Indiana defender Dominique Smith during Iowa's 42-28 win over Indiana at Kinnich. Betts and Iowa's offense exploaded to lift the Hawkeyes to victory. Title Iowa Football Betts

Report: Iowa football expected to hire Ladell Betts as new running backs coach

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery congratulates Luka Garza after his final regular season game as a Hawkeye during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73.

WATCH: Guard Jordan Bohannon dispute criticism of head coach Fran McCaffery

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon prepares to shoot a free throw during the Big Ten men's basketball tournament quarterfinals against Wisconsin on Friday, March 12, 2021 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 62-57. No. 3 Iowa will go on to play No. 2 Illinois tomorrow afternoon in the semifinals.

Hawkeyes, Illini set for Big Ten Tournament semifinal clash

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp takes a shot during a menÕs basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021.

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp active for Friday’s matchup with Wisconsin

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 12, 2021
File photo/Daily Iowan Archives

McCaffery, Barta respond to Devyn Marble comments

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 9, 2021
Iowa's Joe Wieskamp lays injured on the ground during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Wieskamp’s status uncertain following injury in No. 5 Hawkeyes’ win over No. 25 Badgers

Austin Hanson, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2021
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp is helped off the court during a menÕs basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021.

No. 5 Hawkeyes overcome Wieskamp injury, defeat Badgers on senior day

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 7, 2021
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