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The Daily Iowan Sports staff fall 2024.

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter

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Chris Meglio is a third-year journalism student at the University of Iowa double-majoring in Journalism and Sport and Media Culture. Now in his second year working for The Daily Iowan, Meglio has covered various sports, with men’s/women’s basketball, football, and women’s volleyball being his main sports. He also has experience covering news and politics during a summer 2024 internship with MinnPost, and is exploring opportunities in radio, broadcasting, and television reporting.

All content by Chris Meglio
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson embraces Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins after his interception during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at SECU Stadium in College Park, Md. on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Higgins had the most tackles with eight. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 29-13.

Iowa football’s coaching and defensive system not lost on its draft prospects

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 26, 2025
Iowa head coach Jan Jensen hugs iowa guard Sydney Affolter following a NCAA Tournament Second Round game between the No. 6 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., on Monday, March 24, 2025. The Sooners defeated the Hawkeyes 96-62. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes prove they are still on the map after successful 2024-25 campaign

Chris Meglio and Jack Birmingham
March 25, 2025
Jan 14, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray (24) goes up for a dunk past Brooklyn Nets point guard Ben Simmons (10) during the first half at Moda Center.

Hawks in the NBA | March 17-23

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2025
A referee holds up Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanans hand after defeating Penn State No. 4 Josh Barr during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.

How Iowa men’s wrestling helped Stephen Buchanan find his love for wrestling, capture national title

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 23, 2025
A referee holds up Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanans hand after defeating Penn State No. 4 Josh Barr during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.

Iowa men’s wrestling leaves 2025 NCAA Championships with one champion and two runner-ups

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 23, 2025
A referee holds up Iowa No. 11 174-pound Patrick Kennedys hand during Session four of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, March. 21, 2025. Session four ended with Penn State in the lead 135.5, Nebraska second 101.5, Oklahoma State in third 91.0, and Iowa in fourth 73.5.

Iowa’s Patrick Kennedy leaves 2025 NCAA Championships with first medal

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 22, 2025
A referee holds up Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanans hand after winning a match during Session Three of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, March. 21, 2025. Session three ended with Penn State in the lead 90.5, Nebraska second 65.6, Oklahoma State in third 63.0, and Iowa in fourth 42.0.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes advance three to title matches, boast five All-Americans

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 22, 2025
Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanan wrestles Ohio State No. 23 Seth Shumate during Session Three of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, March. 21, 2025. Session three ended with Penn State in the lead 90.5, Nebraska second 65.6, Oklahoma State in third 63.0, and Iowa in fourth 42.0.

Iowa men’s wrestling’s Stephen Buchanan in a class of his own after semifinal victory

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 21, 2025
Iowa No. 11 174-pound Patrick Kennedy wrestles Binghamton Brevin Cassella during the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, March. 20, 2025. Session two ended with Penn State leading with 39.5, Nebraska in second with 28.0, Oklahoma State in third with 27.0, and Iowa in fourth with 18.0.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Drake Ayala, Michael Caliendo, Stephen Buchanan remain standing after session three of the 2025 NCAA Championships

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 21, 2025
Iowa No. 18 157-pound Jacori Teemer wrestles Carnegie Mellon Johnny Lovett during the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, March. 20, 2025. Session one ended with Penn State leading with 24.0, Oklahoma State in second with 15.5, Michigan in third with 12.0, and Iowa in sixth with 10.5.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Five Hawkeyes continue push for NCAA individual crowns

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 20, 2025
A referee holds up Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanans hand after defeating Michigan State Remy Cotton during the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, March. 20, 2025. Session one ended with Penn State leading with 24.0, Oklahoma State in second with 15.5, Michigan in third with 12.0, and Iowa in sixth with 10.5.

Iowa’s Stephen Buchanan avoids first-round upset in quest for first national title

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 20, 2025
Michigan State Remy Cotton wrestles Iowa No. 2 197-pound Stephen Buchanan during the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, March. 20, 2025. Session one ended with Penn State leading with 24.0, Oklahoma State in second with 15.5, Michigan in third with 12.0, and Iowa in sixth with 10.5.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes move to second round of NCAA championships with seven victors

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 20, 2025
The Iowa women’s basketball team react as their seeding is announced during a Selection Sunday watch party at the Feller Club in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Iowa secured a six-seed for the NCAA tournament with their first game on March 22 against the 11-seed Murray State.

New group, same approach in Iowa women’s basketball’s first NCAA tournament run of new era

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 17, 2025
Fran McCaffery yells to the team during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Oregon Fighting Ducks at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 19 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Fighting Ducks defeated the Hawkeyes after a close fought game, 80-78.

Four-star wing Joshua Lewis decommits from Iowa men’s basketball following Fran McCaffery’s departure

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 17, 2025
The Iowa women’s basketball team takes their seats during a Selection Sunday watch party at the Feller Club in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Iowa secured a six-seed for the NCAA tournament with their first game on March 22 against the 11-seed Murray State.

Iowa women’s basketball awarded sixth seed, set to face No. 11 Murray State on Saturday in March Madness opening round

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 16, 2025
UConn guard Nika Mühl dribbles the ball during a NCAA Tournament Final Four game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 3 UConn at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Friday, April 5, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 71-69.

Iowa women’s basketball to rematch UConn in 2025 Shark Beauty Women’s Championship Classic

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 12, 2025
Fran McCaffery looks up and smiles during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 83-68.

Point/Counterpoint | Who should be Iowa men’s basketball’s next head coach?

Chris Meglio and Matt McGowan
March 11, 2025
Jan 14, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) takes a shot against Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | March 3-9

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2025
Ohio State center Elsa Lemmilä drives to the basket during a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 3 Ohio State at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Friday, March 7, 2025. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 60-59. The play resulted in a defensive foul on Hannah Stuelke.

Opinion | Iowa women’s basketball’s offensive inconsistency led to Ohio State loss

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 8, 2025
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen prepares to shoot a three-point shot during a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 3 Ohio State at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Friday, March 7, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)

WATCH: Lucy Olsen snags steal-and-score, three to push Iowa back up against Ohio State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2025
Former head coach of the Iowa women’s basketball team Lisa Bluder watches from the sidelines during a field hockey game between No. 17 Iowa and No. 18 California at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Bears, 3-1.

Former Iowa women’s basketball coach Lisa Bluder inducted into Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2025
Iowa guard Sydney Affolter goes up for a shot during a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 6 Michigan State at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Thursday, March 6, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)

Iowa women’s basketball team lives to see another day with 74-61 win over Michigan State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2025
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen goes up for a shot during a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 14 Wisconsin at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)

Iowa women’s basketball’s collective scoring effort extends Big Ten Tournament stay with win over Wisconsin

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2025
Iowa center Ava Heiden goes up for a shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 91-73.

WATCH: Ava Heiden highlights freshman five minutes with buzzer beater

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2025
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen steals the ball during a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 14 Wisconsin at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)

WATCH: Lucy Olsen dominates in the first half for Iowa women’s basketball

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2025
Former Iowa Head Coach Lisa Bluder and Henry B. And Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair Beth Goetz applaud during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Former Iowa women’s basketball head coach Lisa Bluder to join Big Ten Network for Big Ten Tournament

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 4, 2025
Nov 6, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) dunks against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 24 – March 1

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 3, 2025
Iowa guard Kylie Feuerbach dribbles the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, March. 2, 2025.

Iowa women’s basketball closes regular season with Senior Day win over Wisconsin

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 2, 2025
Iowa guard Sydney Affolter attempts to block University of California Los Angeles forward Angela Dugalić’s shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and No. 3 University of California Los Angeles at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Feb. 23, 2025. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes, 65-67.

Sydney Affolter’s career night leads Iowa women’s basketball to 79-66 road victory over Michigan

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 26, 2025
Mar 16, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Luka Garza (55) shoots over Utah Jazz center Omer Yurtseven (77) during the fourth quarter at Delta Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 17-23

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 24, 2025
Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke and Iowa forward Addison O'Grady pick up Iowa guard Kylie Feuerbach from the ground during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and No. 3 University of California Los Angeles at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Feb. 23, 2025. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes, 65-67.

Opinion | Iowa women’s basketball makes a statement despite loss to No. 3 UCLA

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 23, 2025
Kylie Feurebach shoots the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 68-60.

Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes look to upset No. 3 UCLA

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2025
The Iowa bench reacts to a three-pointer during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 68-60.

Point/Counterpoint | Who is Iowa women’s basketball’s most important recruit to target?

Jack Birmingham and Chris Meglio
February 18, 2025
The Hawkeyes huddle before a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 68-60.

Iowa women’s basketball’s season revived through recent winning streak

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 18, 2025
Jan 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Luka Garza (55) goes to the basket as Denver Nuggets forward Zeke Nnaji (22) and center PJ Hall (13) defend during the fourth quarter at Target Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 10-16

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2025
Lucy Olsen dribbles the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 68-60.

Iowa women’s basketball knocks off Rutgers, 55-43, wins sixth straight

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 13, 2025
Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean (33) celebrates with teammates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome.

Cooper DeJean completes exceptional rookie season in ultimate fashion

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 11, 2025
Oct 16, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray (8) drives on Phoenix Suns forward Chimezie Metu (4) in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 3-9

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 10, 2025
Sydney Affolter dribbles the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 68-60.

Iowa women’s basketball guard Sydney Affolter makes no excuses, posts double-double through delayed flight, overnight airport stay to Minnesota

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 7, 2025
Sydney Affolter shoots the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025.

Iowa women’s basketball secures gritty 68-60 win at Minnesota, wins fourth-straight

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 6, 2025
Decorative towels are seen on chairs before a women’s basketball game between Iowa and No. 4 Southern California at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 76-69. The sold-out game marked Iowa’s first Big Ten game against the Trojans and the retirement of the No. 22 for former Iowa guard Caitlin Clark.

Caitlin Clark jersey retirement signifies lasting impact on women’s basketball

Colin Votzmeyer and Chris Meglio
February 4, 2025
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort shoots a three-pointer during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 76-75.

Point/Counterpoint | Can Iowa men’s basketball make the NCAA tournament?

Chris Meglio and Jake Olson
February 4, 2025
Jan 27, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets guards Reece Beekman (4) and Keon Johnson (45) and Tyrese Martin (13) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Jan. 27 – Feb. 2

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 3, 2025
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs during an end-of-season celebration to honor the Iowa women’s basketball team’s historic run in the NCAA tournament at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. No. 1 South Carolina defeated No. 1 Iowa, 87-75, during an NCAA Championship game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The Gamecocks finished the season undefeated with 38 wins. The game marks Iowa’s second straight runner-up finish for the title.

Several celebrities visit Iowa City for Caitlin Clark’s jersey retirement

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
February 2, 2025
Hannah Stuelke wins jump ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Northwestern at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 85-80.

Iowa women’s basketball forward Hannah Stuelke puts up season-best performance in return to aid win over Northwestern

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
January 29, 2025
Iowa guard Teagan Mallegni shoots the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 72-43.

Point/Counterpoint | Can the Iowa women’s basketball team still clinch an NCAA Tournament spot?

Jack Birmingham and Chris Meglio
January 28, 2025
Iowa players celebrate after a play during the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and No. 19 Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. The Tigers defeated The Hawkeyes 27-24.

Column | Iowa football’s transfer portal additions have improved the roster

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 28, 2025
Oct 16, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray (8) drives on Phoenix Suns forward Chimezie Metu (4) in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Jan. 20-26

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2025
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery watches during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes fell to the Gophers 72-67.

Iowa men’s basketball lands massive commitment from four-star wing Joshua Lewis

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
January 23, 2025
Iowa guard Taylor Stremlow looks to pass around Audi Crooks during the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series, a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 75-69.

Despite struggles, Jan Jensen and Iowa women’s basketball remain confident

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
January 21, 2025
Iowa Head Coach Jan Jensen pays close attention to a Hawkeye defensive possession during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Facing its first four-game losing streak since 2016, hope is still in the air for Iowa women’s basketball

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 17, 2025
Iowa guard Taylor McCabe rebounds the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 72-43.

Iowa women’s basketball blows fourth quarter lead, loses to Nebraska in overtime

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 16, 2025
Iowa’s No. 13 285-pound Ben Kueter faces off against Iowa State’s No. 4 Longer Bastida during a Cy-Hawk men’s wrestling dual between No. 2 Iowa and No. 12 Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 21-15.

Iowa men’s, women’s wrestling put best foot forward after dominant Soldier Salute tournament

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
January 3, 2025
Addison O’Grady goes up for a shot during the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series, a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 75-69.

No. 23 Iowa women’s basketball begins 2025 strong with 80-68 win at Penn State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 1, 2025
Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke celebrates during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Stuelke had 18 points and five rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

No. 22 Iowa women’s basketball survives nail-biting close with UNI to win state of Iowa

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
December 22, 2024
Taylor Stremlow reacts to a three-pointer during the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series, a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 75-69.

Iowa women’s basketball overcomes Northern Iowa’s comeback attempt, secures 92-86 home victory

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 20, 2024
Lucy Olsen dribbles the ball during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 72-43.

Iowa women’s basketball topples in-state rival Iowa State at home, 75-69, with defensive stint down the stretch

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
December 12, 2024
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) smiles in an interview after becoming the first rookie to have a triple-double Saturday, July 6, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Caitlin Clark named 2024 TIME’s Athlete of the Year

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 10, 2024
Mar 16, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Luka Garza (55) shoots over Utah Jazz center Omer Yurtseven (77) during the fourth quarter at Delta Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Dec. 3 – 9

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
December 10, 2024
Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) heads for the endzone during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 14

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
December 9, 2024
Oct 16, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray (8) drives on Phoenix Suns forward Chimezie Metu (4) in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Nov. 26 – Dec. 2

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2024
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean walks off the field during the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl between No. 17 Iowa and No. 21 Tennessee at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. DeJean suffered an injury in practice earlier this season, ending his third season with Iowa. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes, 35-0.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 13

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
December 3, 2024
Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before 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.

Four-star defensive back Marcello Vitti commits to Iowa football

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
December 2, 2024
Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn signals possession of the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

“You can’t draw it up better than this.” Iowa’s second-half defense takes over in Senior Night win over Nebraska

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 30, 2024
Iowa players help Hannah Stuelke get up during an Iowa women’s basketball game against Drake at the Knapp Center on Nov. 17 in Des Moines. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 86-73, with standout performances on both teams.

Iowa women’s basketball puts on defensive clinic in 72-43 home victory over Washington State

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 24, 2024
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Around The Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 13

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 22, 2024
Iowa’s Lucy Olsen makes a three point attempt during an Iowa women’s basketball game against Drake at the Knapp Center on Nov. 17 in Des Moines. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 86-73, with standout performances on both teams.

Iowa women’s basketball team quiets Kansas, 71-58, in Sioux Falls

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 20, 2024
Jul 7, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Luka Garza (40) shoots between Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) and Detroit Pistons forward Braxton Key (8) during an NBA Summer League game at T&M. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Nov. 12-18

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 19, 2024
Dec 11, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum (64) in pass protection at the line of scrimmage against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 11

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 19, 2024
Iowa guard Taylor McCabe gestures after hitting a three-point shot during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Whether she’s in the starting lineup or coming in off the bench, Taylor McCabe’s presence is felt on the floor

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 13, 2024
Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan looks at a teammate during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Column | Brendan Sullivan should’ve been the starting quarterback all along

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 12, 2024
Oct 29, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) makes a three-point basket against the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Nov. 5-11

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 12, 2024
San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) throws against the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth quarter on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 10

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 11, 2024
Iowa center Addison O'Grady and LSU forward Angel Reese fight for a spot in the lane during an NCAA Tournament Elite Eight game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 3 LSU at the Hilton Hotel in Albany, N.Y., on Monday, April 1, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 94-87.

Iowa women’s basketball dominates Virginia Tech, 71-52

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2024
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen goes up for a 3-point shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Northern Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Following the half the Hawkeyes lead the Huskies 45-34.

Iowa women’s basketball kicks off 2024-25 campaign with 91-73 home victory over Northern Illinois

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 6, 2024
Iowa guard Taylor McCabe goes up for a shot during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. McCabe had eight points and seven rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Two first-year guards impress in last week’s exhibition win, Sydney Affolter injury update

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 5, 2024
Mar 31, 2023; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Keegan Murray (13) prepares to shoot a three point basket during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Oct. 29 – Nov. 4

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 5, 2024
Nov 23, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) Detroit Lions runs upfield after catching a pass against the Green Bay Packers in the fourth quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 9

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2024
Iowa quarter back during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

Brendan Sullivan’s first start gives hope for Iowa quarterback position moving forward

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 2, 2024
Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris celebrates following a safety during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Following the first half the Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats, 12-7. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates | Iowa football brings Wisconsin to town in first home night game

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
November 2, 2024
Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke celebrates during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Missouri Western State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Stuelke had 18 points and five rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Griffons 110-55.

Iowa women’s basketball hits century mark with 110-54 exhibition home victory over Missouri Western

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 30, 2024
Photo contributed by Addie Deal

Five-star Iowa women’s basketball commit Addie Deal remains fully committed to Hawkeyes

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 29, 2024
Oct 15, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) goes to the basket against Utah Jazz forward John Collins (20) and forward Brice Sensabaugh (rear) during the third quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Hawks in the NBA | Oct. 22 – 28

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 29, 2024
Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Hawks in the NFL | Week 8

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 29, 2024
Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves tackles Northwestern running back Joseph Himon II during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Turnovers and teamwork are key pieces of Iowa football’s defensive turnaround

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 27, 2024
Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan warms up during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Sullivan threw one pass for 12 yards. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

One-on-one with Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 25, 2024
Sep 7, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (25) is tackled by Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) and safety Kerby Joseph (31) during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 7

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 22, 2024
Oct 13, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean (33) during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 6

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 15, 2024
The Hawkeye Histories gallery is seen in the University of Iowa main library on Aug. 26. The gallery showcases items from important moments in Iowa athletics history.

Iowa’s rich sporting history put on display at Main Library

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 15, 2024
Hannah Stuelke interacts with a fan during the Hawkeyes from Downtown event at Iowa Ave and Clinton on Oct. 11, 2024 in Iowa City, Iowa. The event featured the men’s and women’s basketball teams competing in competitions with fans.

Hundreds of Iowa fans show out for Hawkeyes From Downtown event

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 14, 2024
Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka embraces teammates during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Egbuka received 71 yards, averaging 7.9 per carry, and had three touchdowns. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 7 of the college football season

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 11, 2024
The Iowa women’s basketball team interact with each other during media day at Carver-Hawekeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 10. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes enter a new chapter under Jan Jensen, vocal leaders emerging

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 10, 2024
Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches a touchdown against New England Patriots safety Dell Pettus (24) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 5

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 8, 2024
Iowa celebrates after Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during a basketball game with No. 6 Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State inside a sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa, on March 3. The Hawkeyes upset the Buckeyes, 93-83, on senior night.

New era, new excitement, same fan base supporting Iowa women’s basketball this season

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 8, 2024
Ohio State quarterback Will Howard throws the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Howard passed for four touchdowns, 209, and an 84% completion rate. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against No. 3 Ohio State

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 6, 2024
Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer tries to block Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara’s pass during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. The Buckeyes lead the Hawkeyes, 7-0. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football falls, 35-7, to No. 3 Ohio State as second-half turnovers prove costly

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 5, 2024
Iowa forwards Owen Freeman (second from right), Payton Sandfort (right), and head coach Fran McCaffery are asked a question in a live broadcast interview during the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Media Days at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois on Oct. 3. Podium interviews alternated between the coaches and two players from each team, lasting throughout the afternoon.

Column | Iowa men’s basketball needs its returning stars to take the next step

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 3, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark looks across the court during a NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The Gamecocks defeated the Hawkeyes, 87-75.

Caitlin Clark’s impact remains with Big Ten women’s basketball

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 2, 2024
Iowa guard Sydney Affolter celebrates during the NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The Gamecocks defeated the Hawkeyes, 87-75.

Iowa women’s basketball guard Sydney Affolter to miss time after knee surgery

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 1, 2024
An Iowa women’s rugby player warms up with teammates before a practice at the Hawkeye Recreation Fields on Sept. 26, 2024. Despite a lack of athletics funding, the team self-funds to travel around the Midwest for matches.

‘Every body is a rugby body:’ A look into the rugged nature of the Iowa women’s club rugby team

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 1, 2024
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