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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.

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Patrick McCaffery, reserves push Hawkeyes past Huskers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Patrick McCaffery, reserves push Hawkeyes past Huskers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Hawkeye Elvis gestures toward a Michigan fan during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 74-53.

Big Ten Conference set to welcome fans to postseason basketball tournaments

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Iowa Director of Track and Field Joey Woody coaches from the infield during the 4x400m relay during the Larry Wieczorek Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Jan. 18, 2020.

Woody named Big Ten Men’s Track and Field Coach of the Year

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
March 3, 2021
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffrey and Athletic Trainer Brad Floy check on forward Jack Nunge (2) after an apparent injury during the first half of a men’s basketball game at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Nunge was helped off the floor and to the locker room before later returning on crutches. McCaffrey said after the game that Nunge will undergo an MRI the following day. The Michigan Wolverines beat the Iowa Hawkeyes by a score of 79-57. (Jake Maish/The Daily Iowan)

Nunge, McCaffery injured in Iowa’s 79-57 loss to No. 3 Wolverines

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 25, 2021
Iowa Center Luka Garza (55) shoots the basketball during the first half of the men's basketball game against the University of Michigan at Crisler Arena in Ann Arbor on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Michigan leads at the half, 32-29. (Jake Maish/The Daily Iowan)

No. 9 Hawkeyes suffer blowout loss to No. 3 Wolverines in Ann Arbor

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 25, 2021

Yes – Iowa will win out this week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 23, 2021
Iowa guard CJ Fredrick passes the ball during a men's basketball game against Penn State on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 74-68. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Fredrick returns to form, propels Hawkeyes to victory over Nittany Lions

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 21, 2021
Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa center Luka Garza (55) shoots a basket during the first half of a men's basketball game against Penn State on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes are down five points against the Nittany Lions, 36-41. At halftime Garza is two points away from breaking the record for Iowa's all-time leading scorer. Mandatory Credit: Hannah Kinson/Daily Iowan via USA TODAY Network

No. 11 Hawkeyes down Nittany Lions, 74-68, on historic Sunday afternoon

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 21, 2021
Feb 18, 2021; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers forward Micah Potter (11) fights for space among Iowa Hawkeyes defenders during the second half at the Kohl Center. Mandatory Credit: Mary Langenfeld-USA TODAY Sports

Hawkeyes clamp Badgers in Madison

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 18, 2021
Head Coach Rick Heller speaks to members of the press during baseball media day in the UI recreation building on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020.

Iowa baseball pauses in-person activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 17, 2021
Hawkeyes compete in the 400 yard freestyle during the last session of the 2020 Women’s Big Ten Swim and Dive Championship on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center. Ohio State won the championships with an overall score of 1503.5.

University of Iowa Athletics reinstates women’s swimming and diving program

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 16, 2021
Swimmers compete during the second session of the the 2020 Big Ten Women's Swimming and Diving Championship at the the HTRC on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020.

Iowa reverses decision to cut women’s swimming and diving program amid Title IX battle

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
February 15, 2021
Iowa’s Joe Wieskamp (10) is seen moments after a 3-point shot during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes in a close game, 89-85.

Wieskamp named Big Ten Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 15, 2021
Iowa's Joe Wieskamp walks to the bench during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 79-66.

No. 15 Hawkeyes set for rematch with Spartans

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 11, 2021
Iowa guard CJ Fredrick takes a shot during a menÕs basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye on Wednesday.

Fredrick’s return to action propels Hawkeyes to win over Rutgers

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 10, 2021
Iowa running backs coach Derrick Foster answers questions at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Iowa football announces updates to coaching staff, active roster

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 10, 2021

C.J. Fredrick is out

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 9, 2021
Iowa's 285-pound Tony Cassioppi grapples with Nebraska's David Jensen during session two of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, NJ on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Cassioppi won by fall in 2:55.

Cassioppi collects Big Ten Co-Wrestler of the Week honor

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 9, 2021
Iowa head coach Tom Brands yells during a wrestling dual meet between Iowa and Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 26-6.

Iowa wrestling pauses in-person activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 8, 2021
Iowa center Luka Garza looks to Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery during the men's basketball game against Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, February 20, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 85-76.

Midseason tailspin continues as No. 8 Hawkeyes fall to Indiana

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 7, 2021
The Iowa men’s basketball team walks to the locker room after a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes in a close game, 89-85.

Hawkeyes hope to find footing as midseason tailspin continues

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 4, 2021
Iowa center Luka Garza celebrates during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Penn State on Saturday, Feb. 29 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 77-68.

Hawkeyes head into matchup against No. 7 Ohio State with reclaimed momentum

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 3, 2021
Iowa Guard Tony Perkins shoots the ball during the Iowa Men’s Basketball game against Michigan on Feb. 2, 2021 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Iowa defeated Michigan 84-78. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

Depth pushes Hawkeyes past Spartans

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
February 2, 2021
Friday, Jan. 29, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Iowa Center Luka Garza (55) takes a shot under the basket during the Iowa v. Illinois basketball game at State Farm Center. Kate Heston/Daily Iowan

No. 7 Hawkeyes stumble in rematch with No. 19 Fighting Illini

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 30, 2021
Iowa center Luka Garza attempts to push past Illinois forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, February 2, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 72-65.

Hawkeyes set for showdown in Champaign

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 28, 2021
Iowa's 125-pound Spencer Lee grapples with Purdue's Devin Schroder during the final session of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, NJ, on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Lee won by major decision 16-2, securing the 125-pound championship, and Iowa won the team title with 157.5 points.

Spencer Lee earns second-straight Big Ten Co-Wrestler of the Week honor

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 26, 2021

Two seed

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 25, 2021
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp shoots a basket during the first half of a men's basketball game against Indiana on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes are leading over the Hoosiers, 37-31.

No. 4 Hawkeyes hope to learn from upset loss to Indiana

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 22, 2021
Iowa Head Coach Fran McCaffery adjusts his mask during a timeout during the first Iowa men’s basketball game of the season against the North Carolina Central Eagles at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Eagles 97-67.

Iowa men’s basketball overcomes Northwestern, shuffled schedule

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 17, 2021
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery speaks with the assistant coaches during a timeout for the basketball game against Northern Illinois on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 106-53.

Iowa-Michigan State matchup postponed

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 13, 2021
Contributed from Hawkeye Sports

Tippett and Stoops elected to College Football Hall of Fame

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 11, 2021
The Iowa Hawkeyes celebrate the foul performed by Rutgers that sent Luka Garza to the free throw line during the Iowa vs. Rutgers Men’s Basketball game on Jan. 2, 2021. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Rutgers Scarlet Knights 77-75.

Iowa men’s hoops team makes statements on and off the court in road win over Maryland

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
January 7, 2021
Iowa’s 141-pound Max Murin grapples with Oklahoma State’s Dusty Hone during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 9 Oklahoma State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020. No. 5 Murin defeated No. 12 Hone by major decision, 15-4, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys, 34-6.

Iowa wrestling announces 2020-21 schedule

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 31, 2020
Iowa swimmers embrace each other after the 800 Free Relay during the first session of the 2020 Big Ten Women's Swimming and Diving Championships at the HTRC on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020.

Judge temporarily saves Iowa women’s swim and dive

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 23, 2020
Players tip off during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020.

Rejuvenated Iowa team follows loss to Gonzaga with win over Purdue

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 22, 2020
Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz looks down on the stadium before addressing members of the press during football media day in Kinnick Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. “It’s not a normal media day by any stretch, but what it does signify is that we’re one step closer to getting on with football,” Ferentz said. “It’s been great to get started with practice.”

Hawkeye football pauses in-person activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 21, 2020
Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020; Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA; Gonzaga guard Joel Ayayi (11) dunks during the second half of the Iowa v. Gonzaga basketball game at the Sanford Pentagon. Gonzaga defeated Iowa with a score of 99-88.

Opinion | Now is not the time to give up on the Hawkeyes

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 20, 2020
Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020; Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA; Iowa forward Joe Wieskamp (10) attempts a free throw during the second half of the Iowa v. Gonzaga basketball game at the Sanford Pentagon. Gonzaga defeated Iowa with a score of 99-88.

Hawkeyes perform poorly at Pentagon

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 19, 2020
Grand Marshal B.J. Armstrong rides in a Corvette during the 2019 Homecoming Parade on Oct. 18 in Downtown Iowa City.

One-on-one with former Iowa guard B.J. Armstrong

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 17, 2020
Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball away during the first quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7.

Freshman Tory Taylor named Big Ten Punter of the Year

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 17, 2020

Iowa

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 15, 2020
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

12 Hawkeyes receive All-Big Ten Offensive honors

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 15, 2020
Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell tackles Wisconsin running back Garrett Groshek during the second quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7.

Hawkeyes raise Heartland Trophy for the first time in five years

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 13, 2020
Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon (3) moves to block a pass during the second quarter between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Hannah Kinson/Daily Iowan via USA TODAY Network

Hawkeyes lock in on Northern Illinois as matchup with Gonzaga looms

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 13, 2020
Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (31) catches an interception during the fourth quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7.

Defense dominates in Iowa’s 28-7 win over Wisconsin

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 12, 2020
Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball away during the first quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa leads Wisconsin with a score of 6-0 at halftime. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale/Daily Iowan via USA TODAY Network

Halftime reactions: Iowa leads Wisconsin 6-0 in punting battle

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
December 12, 2020
Iowa forward Luka Garza looks to shoot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Dec. 11, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 105-77.

Garza overcomes foul trouble to lead Iowa past Iowa State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 12, 2020
Head Coach Kirk Ferentz and Offensive Coordinator Brian Ferentz are seen without masks during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20. Many Iowa Coaches wore Gaitor face guards, which the CDC has suggested is not as effective against the spread of COVID-19 as a regular mask.

Around the Big Ten Week 8: Where to watch the Iowa-Wisconsin football game.

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 10, 2020
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass during the Iowa men’s basketball game against the Southern University Jaguars at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jaguars 103-76 in their first game against them since 2017.

Bohannon set for return to Cy-Hawk rivalry

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 10, 2020
Action is underway during a men's basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020.

Iowa-Gonzaga matchup to be held without fans

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 9, 2020
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass during a men's basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020. Bohannon led the team with 24 points.

Hawkeyes find alternative scoring options as Garza struggles early against Tar Heels

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 8, 2020
Ohio State football coach Ryan Day. Ohio State pushed for a delay in the college football season, rather than the postponement the Big Ten decided on.

COVID-19 wreaks havoc on Week 8 of Big Ten football season

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 8, 2020
Swimmers warm up before competition begins during the Thursday preliminary round of competition of the 2020 Women’s Women Big Ten Swim & Dive Championships on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center. Swimmers competed in the 500 Yard Freestyle, the 200 Yard Individual Medley, and the 50 Yard Freestyle.

Judge denies Iowa women’s swimmers restraining order request

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 8, 2020
Head Coach Fran McCaffery sits on the sidelines during the Iowa v. Western Illinois basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Iowa defeated Western Illinois with a final score of 99-58.

No. 3 Hawkeyes set for clash with No. 16 North Carolina at Carver

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 7, 2020
Former Iowa wrestler Barry Davis (left) talks with former Iowa wrestling head coach Dan Gable during the intermission of a wrestling dual meet between Iowa and Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arean on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 48-0.

Gable officially awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 7, 2020
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark prepares to shoot the ball during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, December 5, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 85-78.

Clark cools down as Hawkeyes defeat Badgers

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 5, 2020
Iowa Center Luka Garza goes in for a basket during the Iowa v. Western Illinois basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Iowa defeated Western Illinois with a final score of 99-58. Garza scored a total of 35 points.

Garza garners lofty comparisons after win over Western Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 3, 2020
Iowa line backer Kristian Welch rushes Illinois quarter back Brandon Peters during the game against Illinois on Saturday, November 23, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 19-10.

Week 7 scouting report | Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 3, 2020
Photo of Jack Heflin. Contributed.

Heflin quickly impacting Hawkeye football program

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 2, 2020

Iowa

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 1, 2020
Iowa's Luka Garza pats Joe Wieskamp on the back during the Iowa/UNI men's basketball game at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 77-54.

Garza, Wieskamp named to Wooden Award Top 50 Watch List

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
December 1, 2020
Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant (87) catches a ball during training camp at UCHealth Training Center on Aug. 11, 2019 in Englewood, Colo.

Fant struggles, Hockenson excels in Week 12 of NFL season

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 30, 2020
Caitlin Clark runs the ball down the court during the Iowa Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball season opener again Northern Iowa on Nov. 25, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated Northern Iowa 96-81.

Clark named Big Ten Co-Freshman of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 30, 2020
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)

Duncan named Big Ten Co-Special Teams Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 30, 2020
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan kicks the ball during the football game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on November 29, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 27-24. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Special teams play proving pivotal for Hawkeye football

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 24, 2020
Iowa guard Alexis Sevillian drives to the basket during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Monday Feb. 6, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 76-60.

Iowa women’s basketball announces 2020-21 schedule

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 23, 2020
Jacksonville Jaguars' Sean Considine sacks New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning during NFL action at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Sunday November 28, 2010. The Giants won, 24-20. (Joe Rogate/Newsday/MCT)

One-on-one with former Iowa defensive back Sean Considine

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 19, 2020
Iowa center Luka Garza celebrates during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Penn State on Saturday, Feb. 29 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 77-68.

Garza named to Naismith Trophy Watch List

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 19, 2020
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Former Hawkeye QB Nate Stanley offers advice to Spencer Petras

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 18, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Reynolds issues new restrictions on recreational activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 16, 2020
Darren Waller (83) of the Oakland Raiders runs with the ball into Josey Jewell (47) of the Denver Broncos in the second half on Sept. 9, 2019 at RingCentral Coliseum in Oakland, Calif.

Week 10 unkind to NFL Hawkeyes

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 16, 2020
Iowa Defensive Lineman Zach VanValkenburg (97) and Defensive Tackle Daviyon Nixon tackle Northwestern Quarterback Peyton Ramsey during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

VanValkenburg named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 16, 2020
Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with offensive lineman Justin Britt (63) after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (Jesse Johnson/USA TODAY Sports)

Hawkeyes gaining steam after two blowout victories

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 15, 2020
Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) hands the ball off to running back Tyler Goodson (15) in the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Offensive line critical to Hawkeyes’ success

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 14, 2020
Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes with the ball for a first down in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Iowa rushing attack led by Goodson, Sargent continues to dominate

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 14, 2020
Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with offensive lineman Justin Britt (63) after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Halftime reactions: Iowa’s ground game dominating, penalties dooming Minnesota

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
November 13, 2020
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’s Keith Duncan nominated for Senior CLASS Award

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 13, 2020
Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm looks on during a game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania, on October 5, 2019.

Around the Big Ten: Week 4

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 12, 2020
Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder talks to her team during a women's basketball match between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 91-85, in double overtime.

Iowa women’s basketball announces 2021-22 signing class

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 11, 2020
Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Wisconsin set to return to gridiron, Nebraska in the midst of QB controversy

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 11, 2020

Charlie Jones

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 10, 2020
Iowa fielder Lea Thompson receives coaching from head coach Renee Gillispie after striking out during the conference opening softball game at Pearl Field on Friday, March 29, 2019. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 5-0.

Iowa softball appoints new Director of Operations

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 9, 2020
Iowa center Luka Garza attempt to push past Illinois forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, February 2, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 72-65.

Garza named to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award Watch List

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 6, 2020
Michigan State University head football coach Mel Tucker speaks at his first press conference as MSU’s head coach at the Breslin Student Events Center on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020. (Neil Blake/MLive)

Week 3 scouting report: Michigan State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 5, 2020
During the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Taylor off to successful start as Iowa’s punter

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 4, 2020
Iowa's 125-pound Spencer Lee grapples with Purdue's Devin Schroder during the final session of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, NJ, on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Lee won by major decision 16-2, securing the 125-pound championship, and Iowa won the team title with 157.5 points.

Iowa wrestling uncertainty

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 3, 2020
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp dunks the ball during the men's basketball game against Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, February 20, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 85-76.

Wieskamp named to Jerry West Award Watch List

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 3, 2020
Contributed

Eierman earns big win in Hawkeye Wrestling Club Showdown Open

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 1, 2020
Contributed

Hawkeyes return to the mat in Showdown Open undercard

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
November 1, 2020
Empty stands at Kinnick Stadium are seen on what would have been the football season opener on Saturday Sept. 5, 2020.

Hawkeye traditions on hold as Iowa prepares to host home football game with no fans in attendance

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 29, 2020
Iowa tight end Sam Laporta catches a pass during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

LaPorta aiming to be next great Iowa tight end

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 28, 2020
Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Wisconsin dealing with QB shortage following positive COVID-19 tests

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020

Michigan

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020
Iowa head coach Larissa Libby speaks with her team during the Women's Gymnastics Black and Gold Intrasquad Meet in the Field House on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018.

Iowa women’s gymnastics adds new assistant coach

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 26, 2020
Ross-Ade Stadium is seen before a football game between Iowa and Purdue in West Lafayette, IN on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.

Iowa won’t be defined by early loss to Purdue

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 25, 2020
Photo of Wright Thompson (right). Contributed.

ESPN’s Wright Thompson set to host virtual event with Prairie Lights

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 25, 2020
West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) passes the ball in the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (Trevor Ruszkowski - USA Today)

Spencer Petras inconsistent in first game as Iowa’s starter

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 24, 2020
West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates a run in the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (Trevor Ruszkowski - USA TODAY)

Week 1 halftime reactions: Iowa leads Purdue, 17-14

Robert Read and Austin Hanson
October 24, 2020
The Iowa football team is introduced during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Heflin set to realize dreams in Hawkeye debut

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 22, 2020
Hawkeye Dallas Clark rushes the endzone for a touchdown against the Redhawks during the third quarter of the Hawkeye's 44-19 victory Sept. 8, 2001 at Kinnick Stadium.

One-on-one with former Iowa tight end Dallas Clark

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor
October 22, 2020
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