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Iowa head coach Renee Gillispie observes action during a softball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Bob Pearl Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 25, 2022. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-5.

Iowa softball emphasizing accountability, fearless play

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2022
Wisconsin infielder Peyton Bannon slides into home plate during a softball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Bob Pearl Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 25, 2022. Bannon scored two runs. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-5.

Fast start pushes Wisconsin past Iowa softball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2022
Iowa head coach Renee Gillispie talks with her players during a softball game between Iowa and Indiana at Pearl Field on Saturday, April 3, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 1-0.

Iowa softball to host Wisconsin in Big Ten opener

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 24, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray blocks a shot during a men’s basketball game between No. 5 Iowa and No. 9 Indiana in the Big Ten Basketball Tournament Semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Murray led the team with 2 blocks. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 80-77.

Murray, Jackson-Davis take over Big Ten Tournament semifinal

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 12, 2022
Rutgers guard Geo Baker gets trapped by Iowa guard Tony Perkins and forward Patrick McCaffery during a men’s basketball game between No. 5 Iowa and No. 4 Rutgers in the Big Ten Basketball Tournament quarterfinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, March 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 84-74. Iowa forced 5 turnovers.

Iowa men’s basketball’s win over Rutgers showcases strides made late in season

Ben Palya, Pregame Editor
March 11, 2022
The Iowa Hawkeyes get ready for their game before the Iowa Softball senior game against Illinois on May 16, 2021 at Bob Pearl Field. Iowa defeated Illinois 4-3.

Iowa softball facing stretch of 10 games in seven days

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2022
Iowa guard Austin Ash celebrates a 3-pointer during a men’s basketball game between No. 5 Iowa and No. 12 Northwestern in the Big Ten Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Thursday, March 10, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 112-76. Ash scored 5 points. (Dimia Burrell/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s basketball team finds 3-point contributions everywhere in Big Ten Tournament win over Northwestern

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2022
Mar 6, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Tony Perkins (11) drives the ball as Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andre Curbelo (5) defends during the second half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa men’s basketball team earns No. 5 seed in Big Ten Tournament after falling short to Illinois in regular season finale

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2022
Iowa forward Kris Murray goes up for a layup during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 83-74. Murray shot 12-18 in field goals.

Iowa men’s basketball picks up fifth straight victory, beats Michigan on the road

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 4, 2022
Iowa utility player Denali Loecker swings at the ball during the Iowa Softball senior game against Illinois on May 16, 2021 at Bob Pearl Field. Iowa defeated Illinois 4-3.

Pitcher Denali Loecker off to strong start for Iowa softball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 3, 2022
Iowa Guard Jordan Bohannon and Iowa Guard/Forward Connor McCaffery celebrate their first win of the new year after the buzzer went off 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 basketball to honor three seniors before matchup with Northwestern

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2022
Iowa guard Tony Perkins releases a shot during a men’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena between No. 25 Iowa and Michigan State on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022. Perkins picked up five points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 86-60.

Tony Perkins’ career-high 20 points leads Iowa men’s basketball to victory over Nebraska

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 26, 2022
Iowa outfielder Nia Carter runs to third base and cheers as teammate Grace Banes hits a 2-run home run during the Iowa Softball senior game against Illinois on May 16, 2021 at Bob Pearl Field. Iowa defeated Illinois 4-3.

Iowa softball looking to make fewer mistakes on four-game road trip

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 24, 2022
Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery fights his way through defenders for a layup during a men’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena between No. 25 Iowa and Michigan State on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022. McCaffery scored five points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 86-60.

Iowa men’s basketball not overlooking road matchup with 7-20 Nebraska

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 24, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray attempts a fadeaway during a men’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena between No. 25 Iowa and Michigan State on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022. Murray led Iowa in scoring with 28 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 86-60.

Strong start leads No. 25 Iowa men’s basketball to blowout win over Michigan State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 22, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray misses a dunk during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2022. Murray shot 9-23. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 84-79.

Iowa men’s basketball secures Quad 1 victory at Ohio State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 19, 2022
Michigan Wolverine forward Moussa Diabate during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2022. Diabate led Michigan with 28 points. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 84-79.

Iowa men’s basketball misses opportunities in loss to Michigan

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 18, 2022
Iowa utility player Denali Loecker catches the ball for a force out during a softball game between Iowa and Northwestern at Bob Pearl Softball Field on Saturday, April 17, 2021. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 9-7.

Iowa softball set for Torero Classic in San Diego

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2022
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort attempts a shot during the Iowa men's basketball team's 98-75 win over Nebraska on Sunday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Iowa men’s basketball team coasts to victory over Nebraska

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 13, 2022
Iowa utility player Denali Loecker prepares for a catch during a softball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Pearl Field on Friday, May 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 1-0.

Iowa softball to open season at Northern Lights, Southern Nights Invitational

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 10, 2022
Iowa head coach Renee Gillispie talks with her players during a softball game between Iowa and Indiana at Pearl Field on Saturday, April 3, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 1-0.

Hitting a point of emphasis for Iowa softball in 2022

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 8, 2022
Iowa men's basketball guard Ahron Ulis dribbles the ball during a game against Minnesota on Feb. 6, 2022. The Hawkeyes beat the Golden Gophers, 71-59.

Iowa men’s basketball ratchets defensive intensity up, downs Minnesota, 71-59

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 6, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray goes up for a layup during a basketball game between Iowa and No. 6 Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 83-73. Murray shot 4-11 in field goals.

Winter storm, plane issue may affect Iowa-Ohio State men’s basketball game

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray attempts to dunk during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. Murray collected 15 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 68-51.

Iowa men’s basketball to take on Penn State in State College

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 30, 2022
Iowa forward Kris Murray walks off the court after fouling out during a basketball game between Iowa and No. 6 Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 83-73. Murray played a total of 24 minutes and 16 seconds before receiving his fifth foul taking him out of the game.

Iowa men’s basketball unable to overcome early deficit against Purdue

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray attempts a 3-pointer during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022.

Iowa men’s basketball looking for redemption against No. 6 Purdue

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 26, 2022

Round of 32 exit

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 25, 2022
Iowa forward Kris Murray attempts to block a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. The Hawkeyes deflected five shots. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 68-51.

Defense pivotal in Iowa men’s basketball team’s 68-51 win over Penn State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray fades away during a men’s basketball between Iowa and Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022. Murray made 14 shots on 21 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 80-75.

Iowa men’s basketball drops close game to Rutgers

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 20, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray dunks the ball during a men’s basketball between Iowa and Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 80-75.

Iowa men’s basketball downs Maryland for first conference win of 2020-21

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
January 4, 2022
Iowa center Josh Ogundele, forward Kris Murray and forward Keegan Murray pose on the bench during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Longwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021. The Murray twins shot a combined 15-19 with 40 total points.The Hawkeyes defeated the Lancers 106-73.

Murray Twins take over for Hawkeyes in win over Utah State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
December 19, 2021
Iowa forward Keegan Murray looks to defend the basket during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and No. 17 Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum in Ames on Thursday Dec. 9, 2021. (Dimia Burrell/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s basketball falls to Iowa State in Cy-Hawk rivalry game

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
December 10, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Dec. 11, 2020. Bohannon finished with 5 assists.

Bohannon, Iowa men’s basketball headed to Ames to take on Iowa State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
December 9, 2021
Iowa forward Keegan Murray shoots a layup during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday Nov. 22, 2021. Murray scored a career-high 29 points. The Hawkeyes defeat the Broncos 109-61.

Iowa men’s basketball looking to bounce back against Illinois

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
December 6, 2021
Iowa men's basketball guard Tony Perkins celebrates in the Hawkeyes' 85-51 win over the Portland State Vikings at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Nov. 26, 2021.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to No. 2 Purdue

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots a free throw for a technical foul called against Portland State during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Portland State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. Bohannon went 3-3 for free throws.The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings 85-51.

Iowa men’s basketball wins first road test against Virginia

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 30, 2021
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery argues with an official during a basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina Central at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. The Hawkeyes shot 41 free throws and converted 35 times. After the game, McCaffery acknowledged the Eagles physicality. “That's not something you see every day," McCaffery said. They came in here expecting to be physical, expecting to get up into us and we had to deal with it.” The Hawkeyes defeated the Eagles, 86-69.

Iowa men’s basketball faces first road test at Virginia

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 28, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots a three-pointer at a basketball game between Iowa and Alabama State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021. Bohannon went 4 for 8 for three-pointers and broke a Big Ten record for career three-pointers. Iowa won 108-82.

Iowa men’s hooper Jordan Bohannon sets Big Ten record for career 3-pointers made

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon releases a 3-pointer during a basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina Central at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. The 3-pointer gave Bohannon a share of the Big Ten record for most 3’s made in a career. Bohannon tied former Ohio State guard Jon Diebler at 374 career makes. The Hawkeyes defeated the Eagles 86-69.

Iowa men’s basketball downs North Carolina Central, 86-69

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 17, 2021
Iowa guard Joe Toussaint sizes up Missouri-Kansas City guard Jacob Johnson during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri-Kansas City at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021.

Iowa men’s basketball set for matchup with North Carolina Central

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 15, 2021
Northwestern midfielder Maddie Zimmer and Iowa forward Annika Herbine race for the ball during a field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. Northwestern won 1-0, eliminating Iowa in the tournament. Earlier in the season, Northwestern won against Iowa. Zimmer had one shot on goal. (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa field hockey eliminated from NCAA tournament

Ben Palya, Sports Editor
November 14, 2021
Iowa forwards Keegan Murray and Filip Rebraca fight for a rebound during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Slippery Rock at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. The Hawkeyes out rebounded Slippery Rock 56-34. The Hawkeyes beat The Pride of the Rock 99-47.

Filip Rebraca shines on the boards in second Hawkeye win of season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2021
Iowa forward Ciara Smith and midfielder Lieve Schalk celebrate the first Iowa goal during the Sweet Sixteen round of the 2021 NCAA Field Hockey Tournament between Iowa and American University at Grant Field in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Eagles, 3-2.

Smith lifts Iowa field hockey past American in first round of NCAA Tournament

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2021
Iowa midfielder Ellie Holley works to move around Northwestern midfielder Kayla Blas at a field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern at Grant Field on Oct. 29, 2021. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 2-1.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey looking to end two-game skid in NCAA Tournament

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 11, 2021
Iowa forward Keegan Murray shoots a 3-pointer during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Longwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021. Murray shot 8-10 from the field with 24 points.The Hawkeyes defeated the Lancers 106-73.

Murray twins shine in Iowa men’s basketball team’s season-opener

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2021
Kris Murray and Keegan Murray stand for a photo during Iowa Men's basketball media day at Carver Hawkeye Arena, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021.

Murray twins prepared to compete together in second year with Iowa men’s basketball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 9, 2021
Iowa forward Maddy Murphy pushes the ball downfield around Michigan at the Field Hockey Big Ten Tournament Semifinals between Iowa and Michigan at Bauer Track/Field Complex on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-2.

Iowa field hockey falls to Michigan in Big Ten Tournament

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel takes a shot on goal during the Iowa Field Hockey game against Ohio University on Sep. 10, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Ohio 8-0. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa field hockey ready to compete against stacked Big Ten tournament field

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2021
Iowa forward Ciara Smith and Ohio State back Olivia Zettervall try to gain possession of the ball during the field hockey game between Iowa and Ohio State at Grant Field on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021. Iowa defeated Ohio State 3-0.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey drops first game of season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 29, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel passes the ball during the second quarter of a field hockey game against Maryland on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 3-0.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey looking to finish undefeated regular season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2021
Iowa players celebrate the win after the field hockey game between No.1 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines 2-1 in double overtime and a shootout.(Jeff Sigmund/Daily Iowan)

No. 1 Iowa field hockey creating special season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 26, 2021

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Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 26, 2021
The Iowa Hawkeyes celebrate clinching a share of the Big Ten Conference regular season title during the field hockey game between Iowa and Ohio State at Grant Field on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021. Iowa defeated Ohio State 3-0.

Iowa field hockey clinches share of Big Ten regular season title

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2021
Michigan forward/midfielder Sarah Pyrtek look for a call during a field hockey game between No.1 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines 2-1 in double overtime and a shootout.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey ready for home game against No. 19 Ohio State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 16, 2021
Iowa celebrates a goal during the first quarter of a field hockey game between Iowa and Penn State on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 4-0.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey topples No. 2 Michigan in penalty shootout

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 15, 2021
Holley, Iowa field hockey in pursuit of history

Holley, Iowa field hockey in pursuit of history

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 12, 2021
Iowa center Payton Sandfort (20) runs a drill during NCAA men's basketball practice, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Sandfort ready to make impact for Iowa men’s basketball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 12, 2021
Iowa forward/midfielder Maddy Murphy runs the ball down the field during the Iowa Field Hockey game against Ohio University on Sep. 10, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Ohio, 8-0.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey coasts to wins in Michigan

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2021
Iowa forward Maddy Murphy celebrates a goal during a field hockey game between Iowa and Central Michigan at Grant Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Chippewas, 11-0.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey travels to Michigan for two matchups

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 7, 2021
Iowa forward Ciara Smith runs the ball down the field during the Iowa Field Hockey game against Ohio University on Sep. 10, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Ohio 8-0. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

Smith adds depth to Iowa field hockey’s roster

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 5, 2021
Iowa forward/midfielder Maddy Murphy runs the ball down the field during the Iowa Field Hockey game against Ohio University on Sep. 10, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Ohio 8-0.

No. 1 Iowa field hockey remains undefeated after east coast road trip

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2021
The Iowa Hawkeyes huddle together before the Iowa Field Hockey game against Ohio University on Sep. 10, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Ohio 8-0. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

No. 1 Iowa field hockey ready for road trip to east coast

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 30, 2021
Iowa midfielder Ellie Holley works to move around a Penn State defender at Grant field on Friday Sept. 24, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 1-0.

No. 2 Iowa field hockey sweeps No. 6 Penn State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 26, 2021
Iowa midfielder Lokke Stribos hits the ball after receiving the penalty corner shot during the second quarter of the Big Ten field hockey tournament quarterfinals against No. 4 Maryland on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 3-0. No. 5 Iowa will go on to play No. 1 Michigan tomorrow afternoon.

No. 2 Iowa field hockey tops No. 6 Penn State to remain undefeated

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 24, 2021
Iowa forward Ciara Smith runs the ball down the field during the Iowa Field Hockey game against Ohio University on Sep. 10, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Ohio 8-0. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

No. 2 Iowa field hockey looking to stay undefeated

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 23, 2021
Iowa field hockey looking to contend in loaded Big Ten

Iowa field hockey looking to contend in loaded Big Ten

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 21, 2021
Iowa Forward Keegan Murray (15) holds the ball under the basket during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Nebraska on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Carver-Hawkeye arena. The Hawks beat the Cornhuskers, 102-64.

Iowa men’s basketball finding new identity ahead of 2021-22 season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 20, 2021
Iowa midfielder/forward Ellie Holley attempts to score a goal during the Iowa Field Hockey Big Ten/ACC Challenge game against Wake Forest on Aug. 27, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Wake Forest 5-3.

No. 2 Iowa field hockey earns first conference win of the season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 19, 2021
Iowa midfielder/forward Ellie Holley attempts to score a goal during the Iowa Field Hockey Big Ten/ACC Challenge game against Wake Forest on Aug. 27, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Wake Forest 5-3.

No. 2 Iowa field hockey to kick off Big Ten play against Indiana

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 16, 2021
Field hockey freshman Annika Herbine shines in Black and Gold

Field hockey freshman Annika Herbine shines in Black and Gold

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 14, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel passes the ball during a field hockey match between No. 6 Iowa and No. 22 Massachusetts at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022.

No. 2 Iowa field hockey coasts to win against Saint Louis

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 12, 2021
Iowa midfielder/forward Ellie Holley runs after the ball to gain possession during the Iowa Field Hockey Big Ten/ACC Challenge game against Wake Forest on Aug. 27, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Wake Forest 5-3.

Quick start helps No. 2 Iowa field hockey down Ohio

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 10, 2021
Iowa midfielder Esme Gibson runs down the field with the ball during the second quarter of a field hockey game against Maryland on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Terrapins, 1-0.

No. 2 Iowa field hockey set for home matchups with Ohio and Saint Louis

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 9, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel passes the ball during a field hockey match between No. 6 Iowa and No. 22 Massachusetts at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022.

Iowa field hockey finds offensive chemistry

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 7, 2021
The Iowa Hawkeyes and the North Carolina Tar Heels fight for the ball during the Iowa field hockey game against North Carolina on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tar Heels 3-1.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey finds success in Boston

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 5, 2021
Iowa forward/midfielder Maddy Murphy runs down the field with the ball during the Iowa Field Hockey Big Ten/ACC Challenge game against Wake Forest on Aug. 27, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Wake Forest 5-3.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey looking to build off strong start to season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 2, 2021
Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum gets ready to snap the ball during “Kid’s Day at Kinnick” inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 14.

Barnett, Hawkeye offensive line set for Saturday showdown with Indiana

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
September 2, 2021
Iowa forward/midfielder Maddy Murphy tries to get position of the ball during the Iowa Field Hockey Big Ten/ACC Challenge game against Wake Forest on Aug. 27, 2021 at Grant Field. Iowa defeated Wake Forest 5-3.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey topples No. 1 North Carolina at home

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
August 29, 2021
Iowa midfielder Ellie Holley waits for the ball during a field hockey game against Maryland on Sunday, April 4, 2021.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey looking forward to rematch against No. 1 North Carolina

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
August 28, 2021
Iowa forward Maddy Murphy sweeps the ball during the first quarter of a field hockey game against Maryland on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 3-0.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey downs No. 11 Wake Forest, 5-3

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
August 27, 2021
Iowa midfielder Harper Dunne runs up the field with the ball during the fourth quarter of the Big Ten field hockey tournament quarterfinals against No. 4 Maryland on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 3-0. No. 5 Iowa will go on to play No. 1 Michigan tomorrow afternoon.

No. 3 Iowa field hockey ready for Big Ten/ACC Challenge

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
August 26, 2021
Iowa Forward Maddy Murphy walks the ball to the corner before a penalty corner during a field hockey game between Iowa and Michigan State at Grant Field on Friday, March 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 5-0.

Team-first attitude helping Iowa field hockey build off spring success

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
August 25, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel sweeps the ball during the Big Ten field hockey tournament semifinals against No. 1 Michigan on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Wolverines, 0-2. Michigan will go on to play against No. 7 Ohio State in the championships on Saturday.

Iowa field hockey looking to continue momentum into fall season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
August 22, 2021
The Iowa soccer team cheers for their teammates during the senior day celebration before the start of the Iowa Soccer senior day game against Purdue on Mar. 28, 2021 at the Iowa Soccer Complex. Iowa defeated Purdue 1-0.

Hawkeye soccer welcomes youth athletes back to summer camp

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
July 28, 2021
Iowa forward Leah Zellner brings the ball into play during the fourth quarter of the Big Ten field hockey tournament semifinals against No. 1 Michigan on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Grant Field. With five minutes left of the game, Iowa pulled their goalkeeper to replace the position with another player on offense. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Wolverines, 0-2. Michigan will go on to play against No. 7 Ohio State in the championships on Saturday.

Hawkeye non-revenue sport athletes struggle during first weeks of NIL

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
July 20, 2021
Iowa Forward Maddy Murphy walks the ball to the corner before a penalty corner during a field hockey game between Iowa and Michigan State at Grant Field on Friday, March 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 5-0.

Iowa field hockey announces 2021 fall schedule

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
July 12, 2021
Iowa tight end George Kittle celebrates after his touchdown during the Iowa-North Texas game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mean Green, 62-16.

Former Hawkeye tight ends set up for big seasons in NFL

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
July 5, 2021
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark dribbles toward the basket during the second round of the NCAA women's basketball championship against No. 4 Kentucky on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at the Bill Greehey Arena at Saint Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 86-72.

Around the Big Ten: Women’s Basketball

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
June 30, 2021
Jun 23, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Iowa s Luka Garza participates during the NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena.Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Hawkeyes Garza, Wieskamp participate in 2021 NBA Draft Combine

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
June 28, 2021
Hawkeyes celebrate their first point during a field hockey game between Iowa and Michigan at Grant Field on Saturday, March 15, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 2-1, in a shootout.

The Daily Iowan names Iowa field hockey 2020-21 Women’s Team of the Year

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
June 23, 2021
Iowa midfielder Ellie Holley waits for the ball during a field hockey game against Maryland on Sunday, April 4, 2021.

Iowa field hockey returns entire roster for 2021-22 season

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
June 22, 2021
Minnesota Wild General Manager Bill Guerin talks at press conference held at the Xtream Arena on Thursday June,17, 2021. Guerin was in Coralville to announce the new affiliation with the NHL, Minnesota Wild and the Coralville ECHL team Heartlanders hockey team.

Iowa Heartlanders give community new winter sport option

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
June 20, 2021
Iowa players huddle before the field hockey game between Iowa and Michigan at Grant Field on Saturday, March 15, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 2-1, in a shootout.

Iowa field hockey’s run ends in the NCAA Final Four

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
May 7, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel sweeps the ball during the Big Ten field hockey tournament semifinals against No. 1 Michigan on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Wolverines, 0-2. Michigan will go on to play against No. 7 Ohio State in the championships on Saturday.

Iowa field hockey eyes first national championship appearance since 1992

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
May 6, 2021
Iowa forward Ciara Smith watches for the ball during the fourth quarter of a field hockey game against Maryland on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Terrapins, 1-0. With two minutes left in the game, Iowa took their goalkeeper off the field in favor of adding another player on offense.

Iowa field hockey’s Ciara Smith continues to thrive in the postseason

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
May 5, 2021
Iowa goalkeeper Grace McGuire practices before the Big Ten field hockey tournament semifinals against No. 1 Michigan on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Wolverines, 0-2. Michigan will go on to play against No. 7 Ohio State in the championships on Saturday.

Iowa field hockey gets revenge in NCAA Tournament, advances to Final Four

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
May 2, 2021
Iowa midfielder Harper Dunne runs up the field with the ball during the fourth quarter of the Big Ten field hockey tournament quarterfinals against No. 4 Maryland on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 3-0. No. 5 Iowa will go on to play No. 1 Michigan tomorrow afternoon.

Iowa field hockey eyeing first Final Four appearance since 2008

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
April 29, 2021
Iowa forward Maddy Murphy attempts to shoot at the empty goal during the fourth quarter of a field hockey game against Maryland on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 3-0. With 12 minutes left of the game, Maryland decided to pull their goalkeeper to replace the position with another player on offense, but switched back to having a goalkeeper after 10 minutes of game play.

How a gap year brought Iowa field hockey’s Murphy to Iowa

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
April 28, 2021
Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel sweeps the ball during the third quarter of the Big Ten field hockey tournament semifinals against No. 1 Michigan on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Grant Field. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Wolverines, 0-2. Michigan will go on to play against No. 7 Ohio State in the championships on Saturday.

Iowa field hockey falls to Michigan in Big Ten Tournament semifinals

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
April 22, 2021
Hawkeyes celebrate their first point during a field hockey game between Iowa and Michigan at Grant Field on Saturday, March 15, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 2-1, in a shootout.

Iowa field hockey looking for redemption against Michigan

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
April 21, 2021
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