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Chris Werner, Sports Reporter

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Chris Werner is a Sports Reporter at The Daily Iowan. He is a sophomore majoring in Journalism and Communications. Chris joined the staff in the fall of 2019. He has covered men’s and women’s swimming, men’s and women’s tennis, field hockey, women’s basketball, and men’s and women’s golf.

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Lea Zeitler

Iowa women’s golf’s Zetiler makes history

March 2, 2021
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee grapples with Nebraska’s Liam Cronin during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 6 Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. No. 1 Lee defeated No. 11 Cronin by tech fall in 1:21, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 31-6.

Hawkeye wrestlers ready for return to mat

March 2, 2021
Iowa Pole Vaulter Peyton Haack runs up to his launching point. Haack finished 16th during the Hawkeye B1G Invitational track meet at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Saturday, Feb. 13 , 2021.

Iowa men’s track and field crowned Big Ten Indoor Conference Champions

February 28, 2021
Iowa all-around Stewart Brown performs his floor routine on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2022 during the Iowa vs. Penn State men’s gymnastics meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Iowa defeated Penn State 398.850-393.550. Brown placed sixth in the overall floor results with a final score of 13.500.

Student-athletes from Iowa men’s tennis, gymnastics, and swimming react to women’s swimming reinstatement

February 21, 2021
Iowa's Will Davies hits a forehand during a men's tennis match between Iowa and Texas Tech at the HTRC on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020. The Red Raiders defeated the Hawkeyes, 4-3.

Iowa men’s tennis notches first win of the season against Indiana

February 19, 2021
Iowa women's golfer Lea Zeitler. Contributed.

Iowa golf programs impress during stroke play tournaments

February 17, 2021
Iowa hurdlers Gratt Reed, Jamal Britt, Iowa alum Aaron Mallett––who ran unattached––compete in the 60m hurdle premier final during the second day of the Larry Wieczorek Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 at the University of Iowa Recreation Building. Reed, Britt, and Mallett finished fifth, second, and first, respectively. Due to coronavirus restrictions, the Hawkeyes could only host Big Ten teams. Iowa men took first, scoring 189, and women finished third with 104 among Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Illinois.

Iowa track’s Britt surprises himself, ties school record

February 16, 2021
Jamal Britt finishes his leg of the 4x400m relay premier during the second day of the Larry Wieczorek Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 at the University of Iowa Recreation Building. Britt ran a split of 48.375, contributing to the Iowa ‘A’ team victory with a total time of 3:09.58. Due to coronavirus restrictions, the Hawkeyes could only host Big Ten teams. Iowa men took first, scoring 189, and women finished third with 104 among Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Illinois. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa track and field rewrites record books at weekend events

February 14, 2021
Iowa’s 285-pound Tony Cassioppi wrestles Wisconsin’s Trent Hillger during a wrestling match between No.1 Iowa and No. 6 Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. Cassioppi won by decision, 3-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 32-3. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

No. 1 Hawkeyes sweep triangular meet in West Lafayette

February 7, 2021
Benton Weinberg takes a starting shot during a golf invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Iowa came in first with a score of 593 against 12 other teams.

Iowa men’s golf makes history at Big Ten Match Play

February 7, 2021
Iowa's Alex Schaake poses for a portrait at Hoak Family Golf Complex on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

Iowa men’s golf ready for return to action

February 4, 2021
Iowa’s 141-pound Jaydin Eierman grapples with Nebraska’s Chad Red, Jr. during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 6 Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. No. 1 Eierman defeated No. 7 Red by decision, 8-4, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 31-6.

Eierman finding rhythm in return to collegiate competition

February 3, 2021
Iowa’s 141-pound Jaydin Eierman grapples with Illinois’ Dylan Duncan during a wrestling dual meet between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021. No. 1 Eierman defeated No. 13 Duncan by tech fall in 6:05, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 36-6.

Eierman, Hawkeyes overpower Fighting Illini

January 31, 2021
Iowa’s 197-pound Jacob Warner grapples with Nebraska’s Eric Shultz during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 6 Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. No. 2 Shultz defeated No. 4 Warner by decision, 3-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 31-6.

Hawkeye wrestling set to host Illinois in Sunday matinee

January 28, 2021
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee prepares to wrestle during the second session of the 57th Annual Ken Kraft Midlands Championships at the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, IL, on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019.

No. 1 Hawkeyes dominate No. 15 Golden Gophers in first road meet of the season

January 23, 2021
Iowa's Alex Schaake drives during a tournament at the Donald Ross Course at the Cedar Rapids Country Club in Cedar Rapids on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017.

Unusual fall season prepares Hawkeye golfers for future professional careers

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

Goodson, Sargent bring lightning, thunder to Hawkeye backfield

December 10, 2020
Iowa’s Alex Schaake poses for a portrait at Hoak Family Golf Complex on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

Iowa men’s golf’s Alex Schaake advanced to match play at the Maridoe Amateur Championship

December 8, 2020
Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson (88) is tackled by Chicago Bears safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix (21) after catching a pass in the first quarter of their NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit, on Thursday, November 28, 2019.

Hockenson shreds Bears to highlight Iowa’s NFL presence in Week 13

December 7, 2020
Iowa captains (from left) Bryan Mattison, Mike Humpal, Albert Young and Tom Busch take the field during the coin toss of overtime play against the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007.

One-on-one with former Iowa linebacker Mike Humpal

December 3, 2020
Photo of Marissa Mueller. Contributed.

Iowa Track and Field’s Marissa Mueller awarded Rhodes Scholarship

December 2, 2020
Iowa defensive back Terry Roberts celebrate the win after a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Big Ten football notebook: COVID-19 takes control of the standings

December 1, 2020
Northwestern Quarterback Peyton Ramsey looks to throw a pass during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Around the Big Ten Week 6: Where to watch the Iowa-Nebraska football game

November 24, 2020
University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (57) tackles Penn State Nittany Lions running back Devyn Ford (28) during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

By the numbers | Iowa’s victory over Penn State

November 22, 2020
Nov 21, 2020; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Sean Clifford (14) passes the ball as Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Zach VanValkenburg (97) pressures during the third quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Fourth quarter turnovers, dominant defensive line play seals Iowa’s victory over Penn State

November 21, 2020
University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (57) tackles Penn State Nittany Lions running back Devyn Ford (28) during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Halftime reactions: Fierce run game, stout defense put Iowa up 24-7

November 21, 2020
Iowa QB Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Week 5 scouting report | Penn State

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

Iowa football not preparing like Penn State is 0-4

November 19, 2020
Iowa punter Tory Taylor kicks the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Tory Taylor

November 17, 2020
Iowa's Kaevon Merriweather kneels for the anthem during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Power to the players: Hawkeyes speak up, kneel down

November 12, 2020
Iowa football players carry the Floyd of Rosedale trophy off the field after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19.

Hawkeye football looks to get back to .500

November 12, 2020
Defending champion Tiger Woods tees off in the rain on the par-3 4th hole during his practice round for the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on Wednesday, Nov 11, 2020, in Augusta.

Woods could make history at Augusta

November 11, 2020
Bears kicker Eddy Pineiro and Chargers defensive back Desmond King react differently after Pineiro missed the would-be game-wining kick. The Bears lost to the Chargers 17-16 at Soldier Field.

Former Hawkeye Desmond King makes immediate impact for Titans

November 9, 2020
The Iowa football team is introduced during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

One-on-one with former Iowa quarterback Chuck Long

November 5, 2020
Iowa sophomore Alex Schaake poses for a portrait at Hoak Family Golf Complex on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

Iowa golf’s Schaake makes equipment change

November 3, 2020
Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Big Ten notebook: Wisconsin cancels another game, Northwestern aiming for 3-0 start

November 3, 2020
Iowa tight end George Kittle holds up the ball after scoring a touchdown during the Iowa-Nebraska game at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015. Kittle scored the first touchdown of the game.The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 28-20, to finish off a perfect regular season.

Kittle could miss rest of season, King traded to Titans

November 2, 2020
Iowa Defensive Tackle Daviyon Nixon raises his fist as the Hawkeyes take to their home field for the first time in the season during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Daviyon Nixon a bright spot in Iowa football’s Week 2 loss

November 1, 2020
Iowa Running Back Tyler Goodson makes a touchdown during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20. Goodson’s was the second touchdown for the Hawkeyes.

By the numbers | Iowa football through two games of the season

November 1, 2020
Iowa Quarterback Spencer Petras throws a pass during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Late interceptions by Spencer Petras seal Hawkeye loss on Halloween

October 31, 2020
Iowa Wide Receiver Brandon Smith catches the first touchdown pass of the game during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. Iowa is leading Northwestern with a score of 20-14 at the half. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Halftime reactions: Iowa leads Northwestern, 20-14, at halftime

October 31, 2020
Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon prepares to tackle during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Hawkeyes gear up for a battle in the trenches against Northwestern

October 29, 2020
Penn State head coach James Franklin. (Jose F. Moreno/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS)

Around the Big Ten: Week 2

October 29, 2020
Iowa sophomore Alex Schaake poses for a portrait at Hoak Family Golf Complex on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

Iowa men’s golf’s Schaake impresses at Golf Club of Georgia Amateur Invitational

October 27, 2020
Purdue wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) runs with the ball after the catch against the Vanderbilt Commodores on Sept. 7, 2019 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. (John Mersits/CSM/Zuma Press/TNS)

Week 1 scouting report: Purdue

October 22, 2020
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley prepares for a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Iowa football’s Coy Cronk ready for his homecoming

October 21, 2020
Benton Weinberg takes a starting shot during a golf invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Iowa came in first with a score of 593 against 12 other teams.

Iowa men’s golf’s Alex Schaake and Benton Weinberg have special bond

October 20, 2020
Iowa sophomore Alex Schaake poses for a portrait at Hoak Family Golf Complex on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

Iowa players weigh in on golf’s distance debate

October 19, 2020
Iowa Punter Ryan Gersonde sits on the bench during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15.

Punting battle coming to an end for Iowa football ahead of first game

October 15, 2020
Wide Receivers coach Kelton Copeland walks up to the podium to address members of the press during football media day in Kinnick Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. Copeland and all Iowa coaches wore masks until they reached the podium six feet from the first row of chairs.

Iowa coaches, players taking notice of Charlie Jones in preseason practices

October 14, 2020
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