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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan
Chris Meglio

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter

(he/him/his)

Chris Meglio is a first year student at the University of Iowa studying a double major in sport studies and journalism. He will be working as a sports journalist for The Daily Iowan covering women's volleyball for the fall sports season.

All content by Chris Meglio
Iowa tight end Erick All catches a pass during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. All had 34 receiving yards and scored a two-point conversion.

Iowa’s Erick All drafted by Cincinnati Bengals

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 27, 2024
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs the ball during the Iowa homecoming football game between Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 20-14. DeJean totaled 45 yards and three returns against Purdue.

Iowa’s Cooper DeJean drafted by Philadelphia Eagles

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 26, 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 | April 15-21

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 22, 2024
Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte looks to tackle Iowa Wide receiver Kaleb Brown during a scrimmage at a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes held a free open practice for fans.

Conversation creating continuity: How a meal at Pullman Diner changed the fate of the Iowa defense

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 21, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs a young fans shoe after a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 84-57.

Caitlin Clark to sign eight-figure endorsement deal with Nike, receive signature shoe

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 17, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles during the 2024 Associated Press Coach and Player of the Year News Conference at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland, Ohio, on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Caitlin Clark appears on ‘The Pat McAfee Show’

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 17, 2024
Iowa starters take the court before a mens basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes 69-67.

Iowa men’s basketball picks up guard Drew Thelwell from transfer portal

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 17, 2024
Iowa players run off the field after a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Point/Counterpoint | Is NIL good for college football?

Chris Meglio and Brad Schultz
April 16, 2024
Apr 14, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) drives to the hoop next to Portland Trail Blazers forward Dalano Banton (5) in the third quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | April 8-14

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2024
Iowa guard Tony Perkins drives to the lane during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Illinois beat Iowa 73-61.

Former Iowa guard Tony Perkins commits to Missouri

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signals for a 3-pointer during a NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 5 Colorado at MVP Arena in Albany, N.Y., on Saturday, March 30, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buffaloes, 89-68.

Iowa to retire Caitlin Clark’s No. 22 jersey

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 10, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates during an NCAA Tournament Second Round game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 8 West Virginia at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, March 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mountaineers, 64-54.

Indiana Fever to hold 36 nationally televised games during 2024 season

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 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 | April 1-7

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 8, 2024
Iowa women’s basketball practice drills during a day of press conferences and open practices ahead of a NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. The Hawkeyes and the Gamecocks face off at 2:00 p.m. CT.

Iowa women’s basketball sets all-time viewership record in 71-69 victory over UConn

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 6, 2024
Fans celebrate the win during the women’s basketball Final Four watch party inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Iowa fans fill Carver-Hawkeye Arena to watch Final Four game

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 6, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark and Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder pose for a photo after Clark won the Naismith Player of the Year Award at Cleveland Browns Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio, on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark wins 2023-24 Naismith Player of the Year Award

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 3, 2024
Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke goes in for a layup during a NCAA Tournament Elite Eight game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 3 LSU at MVP Arena in Albany, N.Y., on Monday, April 1, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 94-87.

Iowa WBB’s win over LSU shatters women’s basketball viewership record

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2024
`Iowa Forward Payton Sandfort celebrates with Iowa teammates and staff after his historic performance during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. Sandfort recorded the first triple-double in program history. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 90-81.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Payton Sandfort declares for NBA Draft

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2024
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 25-31

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 1, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates during an NCAA Tournament Second Round game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 8 West Virginia at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, March 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mountaineers, 64-54.

Caitlin Clark listed on USA Women’s Basketball training camp roster

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 28, 2024
Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery shoots a three pointer during a men’s basketball game between Minnesota and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers 90-85. McCaffery had 21 points during the game.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Patrick McCaffery enters the transfer portal

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates during an NCAA Tournament Second Round game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 8 West Virginia at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, March 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mountaineers, 64-54.

Caitlin Clark offered deal from Ice Cube’s Big3 league

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2024
Iowa guard Tony Perkins drives to the lane during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Illinois beat Iowa 73-61.

Iowa men’s basketball guard Tony Perkins enters transfer portal

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 26, 2024
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 18-24

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2024
Members of the Iowa men’s basketball team react during a mens basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers in overtime, 88-86.

Iowa men’s basketball’s season comes to close with 91-82 loss to Utah in NIT

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 24, 2024
Missouri State’s outside hitter Breanah Rives and middle blocker Neele’ge’ Sims attempt to block the ball from Iowa’s outside hitter Gabby Deery during a volleyball game between Iowa and Missouri State on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.

Iowa volleyball puts revamped roster to the test during spring season

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 24, 2024
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort shoot a three point shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Kansas State at the first round of the National Invitation Tournament at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 91-82. Sandford was 50% from the three point line.

Payton Sandfort’s heroic performance draws Caitlin Clark comparisons

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 20, 2024
A March Madness sign is seen outside of Legacy Arena during the first round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Auburn faced against Iowa in the third game of the day. The Tigers defeated the Hawkeyes, 83-75.

Point/Counterpoint | Who will win the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship?

Chris Meglio and Brad Schultz
March 19, 2024
Iowa mens basketball head coach Fran McCaffery reacts to a foul call during a mens basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes, 69-67.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | NIT controversy, scouting Kansas State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 19, 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 | March 11-17

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 18, 2024
Ohio State center Felix Okpara dunks during a men’s basketball game between No. 7 Iowa and No. 10 Ohio State at the second round of the TIAA Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Thursday, March 14, 2024. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 90-78. Okpara had five rebounds and fouled out of the game late in the second half.

Iowa men’s basketball falls, 90-78, to Ohio State in second round of Big Ten Tournament

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 14, 2024
Members of the Iowa basketball team celebrate during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 5 Nebraska at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Sunday, March 10, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 94-89.

Pat McAfee Show to air live from Iowa City

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 13, 2024
Iowa forward Owen Freeman dunks the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and North Florida at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ospreys, 103-78. Freeman scored 26 points and blocked 10 balls for Iowa.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Owen Freeman wins Big Ten Co-Freshman of the Year Award

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 12, 2024
Members of the Iowa men’s basketball team react during a mens basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers in overtime, 88-86.

Illinois spoils Iowa men’s basketball’s Senior Night, delivering a 73-61 victory

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2024
Ohio State fans storm the court after a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 18 Ohio State at Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 100-92. While fans ran onto the court, one of them knocked down Iowa guard Caitlin Clark.

Point/Counterpoint | Should court storming be allowed?

Chris Meglio and Jake Olson
March 5, 2024
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. 26 – March 3

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 4, 2024
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort celebrates during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball and Florida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rattlers 88-52.

Iowa men’s basketball triumphs, 90-81, in historic fashion over Penn State Tuesday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2024
Iowa forward Pryce Sandfort shoots a 3-pointer during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball and Florida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rattlers 88-52.

Driveway hoops to college recruits: The Sandfort brothers living out the dream

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2024
Iowa guards Dasonte Bowen and Brock Harding chase after the ball for a steal during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 6. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 86-77. The Hawkeyes had 9 steals during the game.

Point/Counterpoint | Iowa men’s basketball’s postseason potential

Brad Schultz and Chris Meglio
February 27, 2024
Jan 19, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Joe Wieskamp (11) knocks the ball out of Minnesota Timberwolves guard DAngelo Russell (0) hands during the third quarter at Target Center.

Hawks In The NBA | Feb. 19-25

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 26, 2024
Iowa Head Coach Fran McCaffery hold his head during a men’s basketball game between Minnesota and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. The Gophers lead 51-38 at half (Carly Schrum/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s basketball’s winning streak comes to a close in Champaign against No. 12 Illinois

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 24, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs after a women’s basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 106-89.

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark becomes Fanatics’ top-selling college athlete after breaking scoring record

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2024
Dec 4, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 12-18

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 19, 2024

Iowa’s Tony Perkins puts on show for sold-out home crowd

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2024
Iowa infielder Jena Young poses for a portrait during Iowa softball media day at Bob Pearl Field on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. The Iowa softball team answered questions from media and held an open practice.

Iowa softball’s Jena Young focused on maxing potential after stellar high school career

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 13, 2024
Jan 19, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Joe Wieskamp (15) reacts to his shot against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Target Center.

Hawks in The NBA | Feb. 5-11

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 12, 2024
Minnesota forward Dawson Garcia goes up for a layup during a men’s basketball game between Minnesota and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers 90-85. Garcia scored 18 points and had seven rebounds during the game.

A chipped tooth, clutch rejection, and a crazy crowd – a look inside Iowa men’s basketball’s comeback against Minnesota

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 12, 2024
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery reacts during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball andFlorida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rattlers 88-52.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes look for season-sweep against Minnesota to stay afloat in Big Ten rankings

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 10, 2024
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 | Jan. 29 – Feb. 4

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 6, 2024
Iowa guard Tony Perkins looks for an open teammate during a mens basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes 69-67.

Iowa men’s basketball knocks off Ohio State with clutch performance in the final minutes

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2024
Members of the Iowa mens basketball team celebrate a three-pointer during a mens basketball game between the Iowa and the Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes, 69-67.

Iowa men’s basketball develops culture that makes Hawkeyes not just a program but a family

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 30, 2024
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 | Jan. 22-28

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 29, 2024
Iowa Head Coach Fran McCaffery after his team received a ten second call during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 6. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 86-77.

Iowa men’s basketball falls, 69-67, to Maryland in second-half collapse

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 24, 2024
December 16, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the basketball against Utah Jazz guard Ochai Agbaji (30) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Jan. 15-21

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2024
Iowa Guard Tony Perkins shots a last second three during a men’s basketball game between No. 2 Purdue and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 84-70. Perkins had 24 points during the game.

Iowa men’s basketball comes up short against No. 2 Purdue, but show stark difference from the teams’ last meeting

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 21, 2024
Iowa guard, Tony Perkins shoots the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 94-76.

Point/Counterpoint | How many conference games will the Iowa men’s basketball team win?

Jake Olson and Chris Meglio
January 16, 2024
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 | Jan. 8-14

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 16, 2024
Iowa Forward Pryce Sandford high-fives Iowa Guard Josh Dix after making a three during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Alabama State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hornets 98-67. Sandford had six points against the Hornets.

Iowa men’s basketball earns road victory over Minnesota, 86-77, for third conference win of season

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 15, 2024
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery watches action during a mens basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina A&T at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 112-71.

Iowa men’s basketball earns first conference win of season with nine-point triumph over Rutgers

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
January 6, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots the ball during a women’s basketball game between No.4 Iowa and Loyola-Chicago at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ramblers, 98-69. Clark completed 17 rebounds.

Iowa women’s basketball enters 2024 on 10-game win streak with win over Minnesota

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 30, 2023
Iowa forward Ben Krikke goes up for a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Arkansas State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023.

Iowa men’s basketball defeats Northern Illinois, 103-74, to close out non-conference play

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 29, 2023
December 16, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the basketball against Utah Jazz guard Ochai Agbaji (30) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Keegan Murray puts up historic 47-point performance

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 18, 2023
Iowa forward Owen Freeman dunks the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and North Florida at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ospreys, 103-78. Freeman scored 26 points and blocked 10 balls for Iowa.

Owen Freeman continues to be a bright spot for the Hawkeyes

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 12, 2023
Michigan Forward Olivier Nkamhoua blocks Iowa’s Patrick McCaffery’s shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan. The Wolverines beat the Hawkeyes, 90-80. Nkamhoua had ten rebounds and scored 12 points during the game.

Iowa men’s basketball players and coaches react to three-game losing streak

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 11, 2023
Iowa players and coaches observe a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 90-65.

X, formerly known as Twitter, reacts to Iowa men’s basketball’s 25-point blowout loss to Iowa State.

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 7, 2023
Iowa forward Ben Krikke prepares to go up for a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Quincy at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. Krikke had 14 total points and 7 rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hawks, 103-76.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Ben Krikke proving to be one of college basketball’s most underrated players

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 5, 2023
Dec 4, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks In The NBA | Nov. 27 – Dec. 3

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2023
Tony Perkins takes a breath after North Florida shoots a ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and North Florida at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ospreys, 103-78.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to Purdue, 87-68, on the road to open up conference play

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark takes a shot during a basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Bowling Green at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. Clark shot 10-of-20 in field goals, scoring 24 points for Iowa. The Hawkeyes defeated the Falcons, 99-65.

No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball flies as unit in efficient win over Bowling Green

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
December 3, 2023
Tony Perkins takes a breath after North Florida shoots a ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and North Florida at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ospreys, 103-78.

Tony Perkins honors late grandmother in Iowa’s victory over North Florida

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 30, 2023
Iowa Forward Ladji Dembele steals the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Alabama State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hornets 98-67. Dembele had four rebounds against the Hornets.

Dembele brings impressive background to Iowa basketball

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 28, 2023
The Scarlet Knights and Hawkeyes compete during a volleyball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Xtream Arena on Friday Oct. 27, 2023. The Scarlet Knights defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-2.

Iowa volleyball finishes 0-20 in Big Ten play

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 27, 2023
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. 20-26

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 27, 2023
Iowa head coach Jim Barnes yells during a volleyball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Xtream Arena on Friday Oct. 27, 2023. The Scarlet Knights defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-2. In his first season in 2021, Barnes led Iowa to their best season since 2019.

Iowa volleyball signs three athletes for 2024

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 22, 2023
Jun 23, 2022; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Keegan Murray (Iowa) shakes hands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the number four overall pick by the Sacramento Kings in the first round of the 2022 NBA Draft at Barclays Center.

Hawks in the NBA | Nov. 13-19

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 21, 2023
Iowa outside hitter Nataly Moravec (1) attempts to spike the ball during a volleyball match between Iowa and Nebraska at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023.

Iowa volleyball falls to No. 1 Nebraska, 3-0, in front of sold-out crowd

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 19, 2023
Iowa guard Desonte Bowen dribbles past a defender during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Arkansas State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Red Wolves, 88-74.

Hawkeye guard Dasonte Bowen drops career-high point total in Iowa’s win over Arkansas State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2023
Iowa forward Ben Krikke shoots the ball during a mens basketball game between Iowa and North Dakota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Hawks, 110-68.

Iowa men’s basketball Notebook | Hawkeyes reflect on players’ roles and skillsets heading into game against Arkansas State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 17, 2023
Missouri State’s outside hitter Breanah Rives and middle blocker Neele’ge’ Sims attempt to block the ball from Iowa’s outside hitter Gabby Deery during a volleyball game between Iowa and Missouri State on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.

Iowa volleyball’s Gabby Deery talks life mottos, favorite items, and fun activities

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 14, 2023
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 | Nov. 6-12

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 13, 2023
Bailey Ortega waves to the audience before a volleyball match between Iowa and Northwestern at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball honors seniors in loss to Northwestern

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2023
Iowa Guard Brock Harding shoots a three with a defender in his face during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Alabama State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hornets 98-67. Harding had seven assists against the Hornets

Hawkeye guard Brock Harding provides huge spark as playmaker as Iowa tops Alabama State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 11, 2023
Iowa guard Payton Sandfort attacks the rim during a mens basketball game between Iowa and Southeast Missouri State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks, 106-75. (Darren Chen/The Daily Iowan)

Payton Sandfort sparks the Hawkeyes to victory in season opener against North Dakota

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 8, 2023
Iowa guard Tony Perkins jumps to block a shot by Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Ohio State at United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 9, 2023. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 73-69. Thornton scored 17 points and 6 assists.

PCP | Who will Iowa men’s basketball’s breakout player be this season?

Chris Meglio and Brad Schultz
November 7, 2023
Iowa Sophomore Keegan Murray makes a dunk during a game between Iowa and Minnesota. Murray had 24 points total on night along with 13 defensive rebounds as The Iowa Hawkeyes beat the Minnesota Golden Gophers 71-59 on Sunday Feb. 6 2022 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Hawks in The NBA | Oct. 30 – Nov. 5

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 7, 2023
The Iowa volleyball team comes together to talk strategy during a volleyball match between Maryland and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Oct. 28, 2023. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa women’s volleyball notebook | Hawkeyes continue to struggle in Big Ten play with losses to Michigan and Michigan State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2023
Iowa outside hitter Alyssa Worden watches from the sidelines during a volleyball match between Iowa and Maryland at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball’s Alyssa Worden embodies perseverance through injury

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 1, 2023
Iowa middle hitter Anna Davis listens to teammates during a volleyball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Xtream Arena on Friday Oct. 27, 2023. The Scarlet Knights defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-2. Davis transferred from Tulane in 2022, but was redshirted due to injury.

Iowa volleyball’s Anna Davis talks books, hobbies, daily routines

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2023
Iowa forward Ben Krikke prepares to go up for a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Quincy at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. Krikke had 14 total points and 7 rebounds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hawks, 103-76.

Picking up where he left off: Ben Krikke shines in Iowa debut

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2023
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 | Oct. 24-29

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 30, 2023
Rutgers middle blocker Zora Hardison attempts to hit a ball during a volleyball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Xtream Arena on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023. The Scarlet Knights defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-2.

Iowa volleyball falls to 0-12 in Big Ten play with back-to-back losses over weekend

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2023
Iowa midfielder Dionne van Aalsum attempts a goal up the field during a field hockey match between No. 1 Iowa and Michigan State at Grand Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023. Van Aalsum played for 51 minutes. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 3-1.

No. 8 Iowa field hockey defeats No. 3 Rutgers in season finale

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 27, 2023
Iowa’s Amanda Darling dives to keep the ball in play during a volleyball game between Iowa and Central Michigan at Xtreme Arena in Coralville on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Chippewas, 3-1.

Iowa volleyball libero Amanda Darling turning dreams into reality, joining Hawkeye sisterhood

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2023
An Iowa fan watches a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

X, formerly known as Twitter, reacts to Iowa football’s defeat against Minnesota

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 22, 2023
Members of the Iowa volleyball team celebrates during a volleyball match between Iowa and Wisconsin at Xtreme Arena in Coralville on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball to pivot with addition of four teams to Big Ten next season

Chris Meglio and Colin Votzmeyer
October 17, 2023
The Iowa bench cheers during a women’s basketball game between No. 7 Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 91-61.

Iowa women’s basketball lands in third in AP preseason poll

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates a three-pointer during Crossover at Kinnick, a women’s exhibition basketball game between Iowa and DePaul, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes enter the 2023-24 season after advancing to the NCAA Championship for the first time in program history last year and winning a program-best 31 games in a single season in the 2022-23 season.

Iowa women’s basketball defeats DePaul in historic Crossover at Kinnick game

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 15, 2023
Iowa’s Bailey Ortega dug the ball during a volleyball match between Iowa and Wisconsin at Xtreme Arena in Coralville on Oct. 4, 2023. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball falls to 0-8 in Big Ten play with loss to Michigan State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 14, 2023
Delaney McSweeney and Kaia Mateo celebrate after a point during the Iowa vs. Minnesota volleyball game at Xtream Arena on Sept. 21, 2023. The Gophers won, 3-2.

Iowa volleyball drops seventh-straight Big Ten game with loss to No. 13 Penn State

Daniel Gomez and Chris Meglio
October 14, 2023
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery speaks at a press conference during the 2023 Men’s Basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday Oct. 2, 2023. “Our team is deeper this year than it has been in quite some time” McCaffery said.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Fran McCaffery confident heading into season despite losing three starters

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2023
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