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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 running back Kamari Moulton carries the ball during a football game between No. 20 Iowa and No. 9 Oregon at Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 8, 2025. Moulton had 23 carries for 87 yards. The Ducks defeated the Hawkeyes 18-16.

Grading Iowa football’s performance in heartbreaking loss to Oregon

Brad Schultz, Chris Meglio, and Elise Gan
November 8, 2025
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski throws the ball during a football game between No. 20 Iowa and No. 9 Oregon at Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 8, 2025.

No. 20 Iowa football falls to No. 9 Oregon in a rain-filled battle at home

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 8, 2025
Iowa guard Isaia Howard dunks the ball during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Western Illinois on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. Howard contributed 8 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Leathernecks 77-58.

Iowa men’s basketball’s selfless playstyle exemplifies winning basketball

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 7, 2025
The sunrises as fans arrive before the FOX Big Noon Kickoff show on the Pentacrest before a football game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 4 Penn State at in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. This was Big Noon Kickoff’s first time in Iowa City and the first top five match up at Kinnick since 1985.

Big Noon Kickoff crew shares predictions on Iowa-Oregon matchup

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 7, 2025
Fans boo the Robert Morris starting lineup prior to an Iowa men’s basketball game against Robert Morris on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes defeated the Colonials 101-69.

Iowa students showed up and showed out for Iowa men’s basketball in the new student section

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2025
Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz looks for an opportunity to pass during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Robert Morris on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes defeated the Colonials 101-69.

Iowa men’s basketball showcases defense and athleticism in 101-69 win over Robert Morris

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 4, 2025
Iowa head coach Ben McCollum observes players during a scrimmage during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Oct. 15, 2025. (Cody Blissett / The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes gear up for season opener

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2025
(LEFT) Iowa women's basketball headcoach Jan Jensen speaks to the press during the Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. The team was ranked 21st in the Associated Press preseason poll. (RIGHT) Iowa head coach Ben McCollum speaks during the 2025 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Media Day at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, on Oct. 9, 2025. McCollum began his coaching career at Northwest as a graduate assistant from 2003 - 2005.

The Daily Iowan’s basketball coverage team predicts the 2025-26 season

Brad Schultz, Chris Meglio, Matt McGowan, and Jonah Frey
November 3, 2025
(LEFT) Iowa women's basketball headcoach Jan Jensen speaks to the press during the Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. The team was ranked 21st in the Associated Press preseason poll. (RIGHT) Iowa head coach Ben McCollum speaks during the 2025 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Media Day at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, on Oct. 9, 2025. McCollum began his coaching career at Northwest as a graduate assistant from 2003 - 2005.

Iowa men’s and women’s basketball manage hype, expectations as season-openers approach.

Matt McGowan and Chris Meglio
October 28, 2025
(LEFT) Iowa center Ava Heiden jumps up for a rebound 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. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 81-54. Heiden had six points and three rebounds. Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan (RIGHT) Mar 11, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard Brendan Hausen (11) shoots the ball over Arizona State Sun Devils guard Amier Ali (5) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. William Purnell-Imagn Images

Point/Counterpoint: Who will be Iowa basketball’s breakout player this season?

Chris Meglio and Matt McGowan
October 28, 2025
Iowa running back Xavier Williams shushes crowd after touchdown soon into the second quarter during a football game between Wisconsin and Iowa at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 37-0.

Iowa running back Xavier Williams’ booming play style offsets his silent persona

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 23, 2025
Dec 23, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; The NBA logo is seen on a basketball during warm ups before the Golden State Warriors play the Indiana Pacers at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Point-Counterpoint: Who will win the 2025-26 NBA Finals

Matt McGowan and Chris Meglio
October 21, 2025
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski and tight end Hayden Large celebrate during an Iowa football game against Penn State on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. In 2024, Large was given the Brett Greenwood Award. The Hawkeyes beat the Nittany Lions 25-24.

Grading Iowa’s 25-24 win over Penn State

Jackson Miller and Chris Meglio
October 18, 2025
Iowa defensive back Deshaun Lee celebrates during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes lead the Aggies, 17-3, at halftime.

How a pair of Iowa defenders simultaneously fueled Iowa’s victory over Penn State on one play

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 18, 2025
A Penn State helmet is seen during an Iowa football game against Penn State on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. Terry Smith is Penn State’s current interim head coach, with his previous position being assistant coach. The Hawkeyes beat the Nittany Lions 25-24.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Penn State

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 18, 2025
Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves rumbles to end zone after interception during a football game between Wisconsin and Iowa at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 37-0.

Iowa defense shows no mercy in road win over Wisconsin

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 12, 2025
Iowa running back Kamari Moulton runs the ball through Wisconsin’s defense during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.

Iowa football runs through Wisconsin for the road victory

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
October 11, 2025
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza leaps to pass during a BIG10 matchup between the No. 11 Indiana Hoosiers and the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The Hoosiers defeated the Hawkeyes 20-15.

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

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter
October 9, 2025
Iowa head coach Ben McCollum watches during an Iowa mens basketball practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday June 19, 2025.

Point Counterpoint | Which Iowa basketball team will have the better season?

Chris Meglio and Trey Benson
September 30, 2025
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 4

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 30, 2025
Iowa punter Rhys Dakin kicks the ball during a Cy-Hawk series football game between Iowa and No. 16 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 6, 2025. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes 16-13.

Iowa football’s Rhys Dakin is another success story of Australia’s punter production

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 25, 2025
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.

Hawks In The NFL | Week 3

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 24, 2025
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson stiff arms Northwestern defensive back Damon Walters before running into the endzone during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 26. Johnson averaged 7.8 yards per carry, scoring three touchdowns and totaling 109 yards. Johnson now has 16 rushing touchdowns for the season. Following the first half the Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats, 12-7.

Point/Counterpoint: Which Iowa draftee will have the most success in the NFL?

Chris Meglio and Jackson Miller
September 16, 2025
Kirk Ferentz speaks to analyst Anthony Herron after a football game between Iowa and the University of Massachusetts at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Minutemen 47-7. Ferentz is now the winningest coach in Big Ten history.

Iowa football celebrates Kirk Ferentz’s historic 206th win

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 14, 2025
Iowa wide receiver Sam Phillips catches the ball during a football game between Iowa and the University of Massachusetts at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Going into halftime, the Hawkeyes lead the Minutemen 30-7.

Grading Iowa football’s 47-7 win over Massachusetts

Chris Meglio and Jackson Miller
September 13, 2025
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk series football game between Iowa and No. 16 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 6, 2025. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes 16-13.

Live updates | Iowa football concludes non-conference schedule against UMass

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 13, 2025
Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker stops two wisconsin players as they reach for the ball during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10.

How Iowa football’s Gennings Dunker accidentally became a Hawkeye

Chris Meglio, Football Reporter
September 11, 2025
Jan 14, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) runs after a catch during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild card game against the Los Angeles Rams at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks In The NFL | Week 1

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 10, 2025
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz prepares to enter the field during a football game between Iowa and No. 16 Iowa State in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 6, 2025.

Grading Iowa football’s 16-13 loss to Iowa State

Chris Meglio and Jackson Miller
September 6, 2025
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski runs into the end zone during a football game between Iowa and No. 16 Iowa State in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 6, 2025.

Five takeaways from Iowa football’s performance against Iowa State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 6, 2025
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski runs with the ball during a football game between Iowa and No. 16 Iowa State in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 6, 2025.

Iowa football suffers first loss of the season in 16-13 falling to Iowa State

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
September 6, 2025
The Hawkeyes huddle during a football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Albany Great Danes at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Great Danes 34-7.

Grading Iowa football’s 34-7 win over Albany

Chris Meglio and Jackson Miller
August 30, 2025
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski warms up before a football game between Iowa and Albany at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025.

Mark Gronowski, teammates discuss Hawkeye debut

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
August 30, 2025
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.

Live updates | Iowa football opens 2025 season against Albany

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
August 30, 2025
Iowa tight end Michael Burt prepares to snap the ball during an open spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Iowa football team’s first game is August 30 against Albany at Kinnick.

Point/Counterpoint | What will Iowa football’s record be this year? The Hawkeyes look to improve from eight wins

Chris Meglio and Matt McGowan
August 26, 2025
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to players during an Iowa football spring practice at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Iowa will kick off their season against Albany at Kinnick Stadium on August 30.

How far can Iowa football go in 2025?

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
August 26, 2025
Iowa’s senior student manager Jack Devlin celebrates hitting a half court shot during a timeout in a men’s basketball game between No. 24 Iowa and Northwestern in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022. Devlin took part in Iowa’s senior day festivities. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 82-61.

No Excuses: The Jack Devlin Story

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
July 15, 2025
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen exits the court following 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. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 81-54. Olsen broke 2000 career points and finished the night with 19 points, going 3-4 on 3-point attempts.

Past success, bright futures ahead for three Iowa student-athlete seniors

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
May 13, 2025
Visitors socialize during the grand opening ceremony of the Nagle-Duda Gymnastic & Spirit Squads Training Center in Iowa City on Thursday, April 10, 2025. The facility was finished in 2024 and sits across the street from the women’s soccer facility on Prairie Meadow Drive.

Iowa Spirit Squad’s importance to Hawkeye athletics solidified with opening of new facility

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
May 6, 2025
Indiana guard Caitlin Clark goes up for a logo three during a preseason women’s basketball game between the Indiana Fever and the Brazil National Team at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The three-point shot was taken beyond her all-time scoring record-breaking shot. The Fever defeated the Brazilian National Team 108-44.

The encore that was the Caitlin Clark show

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
May 5, 2025
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gestures to his coaching staff during an open spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Iowa football team’s first game is August 30 against Albany at Kinnick.

Purdue transfer safety Ty Hudkins commits to Iowa football

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 30, 2025
Indiana guard Caitlin Clark takes a shot during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Indiana Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis on Aug. 24. The Lynx defeated the Fever, 90-80.

The Caitlin Clark Effect returns to Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 29, 2025
Students present a personalized NIL strategy to Iowa diver Makayla Hughbanks during the NIL: Simulated Agency Experience course, instructed by Daniel Matheson, in the English-Philosophy Building on April 29, 2025. This course teaches students about name, image, and likeness (NIL) and what it’s like to represent college athletes in NIL deals through a simulated agency environment.

UI’s new course offers students a chance to learn more about NIL

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 29, 2025
The NCAA logo is seen during a tennis match between No. 31 Iowa and No. 22 UCLA at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex in Iowa City on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Point/Counterpoint | Should college transfers sit out for a year?

Chris Meglio and Jake Olson
April 15, 2025
Feb 8, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Luka Garza (55) reacts to a play against the Utah Jazz in the fourth quarter at Vivint Arena.

Hawks in the NBA | March 31 – April 6

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 7, 2025
Iowa head coach Jan Jensen observes 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.

Iowa women’s basketball head coach Jan Jensen named Spalding Maggie Dixon NCAA Division I Rookie Coach of the Year

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2025
Mar 20, 2025; Wichita, KS, USA; Drake Bulldogs head coach Ben McCollum in the first half of a first round men’s NCAA Tournament game against the Missouri Tigers at Intrust Bank Arena.

Iowa men’s basketball secures commitment from Drake transfer Cam Manyawu

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2025
Mar 22, 2025; Wichita, KS, USA; Drake Bulldogs head coach Ben McCollum talks with guard Kael Combs (11) during the second half at Intrust Bank Arena.

Drake transfer Kael Combs commits to Iowa men’s basketball

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
April 2, 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 | March 24-30

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 31, 2025
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.

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

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

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 23, 2025

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

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 22, 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.

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.

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

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 6, 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.

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

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter
March 5, 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.

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.

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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.

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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

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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
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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?

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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

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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

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January 17, 2025
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