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The Daily Iowan
The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan
The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan
Chris Werner

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor

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Chris Werner is the Assistant Sports Editor at The Daily Iowan. He is a senior double majoring in journalism and sport studies. Chris, originally from Evanston, Illinois,  joined the staff in fall 2019 and has covered over a dozen Hawkeye sports. He has also served as a digital producer and member of the DI’s diversity, equity, and inclusion committee.

All content by Chris Werner
Wisconsin players hoist the Heartland Trophy during a football game between No. 9 Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Iowa has yet to win at Wisconsin since 2015. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 27-7.

‘A classic Big Ten game’: Iowa football ready for battle against Wisconsin

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
November 10, 2022
Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery shoots a 3-pointer during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Bethune-Cookman at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022. McCaffery shot 3-of-5 in 3-pointers. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 89-58.

Iowa men’s basketball defeats Bethune-Cookman in 12th straight season-opening win

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
November 7, 2022
Iowa forward Kris Murray enters a mens exhibition basketball game between Iowa and Truman State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 31, 2022. After his twin, Keegan Murray, was picked up by the Sacremento Kings in the NBA Draft, Kris played his first Iowa game without Keegan on the roster. Murray led the team in points with 24. Iowa defeated Truman State, 118-72.

Iowa men’s basketball set to open regular season Monday against Bethune-Cookman

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
November 6, 2022
Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves exits a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
November 3, 2022
Iowa head coach Tom Brands prepares his team during a wrestling meet between No. 2 Iowa and No. 9 Wisconsin in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 29-6.

New Iowa wrestling facility to be named for Hawkeye supporters

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
November 1, 2022
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean celebrates after Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell got a safety during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3.

‘Nothing that he can’t do’: Cooper DeJean proving to be versatile weapon for Iowa football

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 27, 2022
Iowa wrestling’s 125-pound Spencer Lee claps while being introduced during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Iowa men’s wrestling season tickets sold out

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2022
Swimmers from Iowa and Nebraska get ready on the blocks before the start of a race. The Cornhuskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 175-123, on October 21, at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa swimming downed by Nebraska in home opener

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 21, 2022
Iowa’s Mac McClear celebrates a tournament victory with assistant coach Charlie Hoyle during the Iowa Fall Classic at Blue Top Ridge Golf Course in Riverside, Iowa, on Monday, Oct. 17, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated eight other teams to win the tournament, shooting 20 over par.

Hawkeye men’s golf wins Iowa Fall Classic, Mac McClear nabs individual title

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2022
Iowa Golfer Mac McClears swings his golf club during the Hawkeye invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on April 16, 2022.

Iowa men’s golf in second place after first two rounds at Iowa Fall Classic

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 16, 2022
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark dribbles toward the hoop during a First Round NCAA women’s basketball tournament game against No. 2 Iowa and No. 15 Illinois State in sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, March 18, 2022. Clark scored 27 points and was 9-of-15 in the field. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 98-58, advancing themselves to the second round of the tournament.

‘Truly an honor’: Iowa women’s basketball guard Caitlin Clark reflects on Nike NIL deal

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 16, 2022
Iowas Mac McClear drives a ball during a golf meet at Finkbine Golf Course in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022.

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Iowa mens basketball point guard Tony Perkins responds to a question during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Target Center in Minneapolis on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022. This year marks the first year of the Target Center hosting Big Ten Media Days. Perkins said neither when asked about which Murray brother he liked best.

Iowa men’s basketball guard Tony Perkins confident ahead of junior season

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 11, 2022
Iowa mens basketball forward Kris Murray speaks during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Target Center in Minneapolis on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022. This year marks the first year of the Target Center hosting Big Ten Media Days.

‘They’re completely different human beings’: Iowa men’s basketball players compare Keegan, Kris Murray

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 11, 2022
Iowa head coach Rick Heller smiles during a baseball game between Iowa and Central Michigan at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 25, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Chippewas, 7-4.

Iowa baseball head coach Rick Heller receives contract extension through 2029

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 7, 2022
Iowa offensive lineman Mason Richman (78) hoists running back Kaleb Johnson (2) after Johnson scored a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

One-on-one with Iowa left tackle Mason Richman

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 6, 2022
Iowa freshman Josh Dix warms up during an Iowa men’s basketball practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Dix committed to the Hawkeyes and additionally received offers from Colorado State, Drake, Minnesota, Northern Iowa, Purdue, South Dakota State, Wake Forest and Wisconsin.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Josh Dix recovered from leg injury, full participant in practice

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 5, 2022

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Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 4, 2022
Wisconsin Head Coach Paul Chryst takes the field before Iowas game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Big Ten football notebook | Paul Chryst out as Wisconsin head coach, West division wide open

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
October 3, 2022
Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell poses for a portrait during Iowa football media day at Iowa football’s practice facility on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022.

One-on-one with Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 29, 2022

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Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2022
Iowa kicker Drew Stevens kicks a field goal during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Iowa introduced its 2022 kid captains before the team practiced in front of fans. Iowa looks to fill the role of kicker for 2022 after former kicker Caleb Shudak signed with Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent.

Watch: Iowa football’s Drew Stevens banks in 51-yard field goal to extend Hawkeye lead over Rutgers

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Iowa running back Leshon Williams carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3. Williams ran for 72 yards.

Watch: Iowa football’s Leshon Williams scores Hawkeyes’ first offensive touchdown against Rutgers

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta attempts to catch a pass during the Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak defeating Iowa, 10-7. Laporta had 55 receiving yards.

Watch: Iowa football’s Spencer Petras finds Sam LaPorta for 42-yard completion

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Iowa defensive back Kaevon Merriweather poses for a portrait during Iowa football media day at Iowa football’s practice facility on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022. Merriweather, one of Iowa’s selections to attend Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis at the end of July, had one interception in 2021 and 42 total tackles.

Watch: Iowa football’s Kaevon Merriweather returns Rutgers’ fumble for touchdown

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean celebrates after Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell got a safety during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3.

Watch: Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean scores 45-yard pick six, gives Hawkeyes early lead over Rutgers

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz touches the Nile Kinnick statue during the Hawk Walk before a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes are favored to win the game.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, Power Rankings for Week 3 of the college football season

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 15, 2022
Iowa State linebacker Carson Willich and offensive lineman Trevor Downing hoists the Cy-Hawk Trophy after a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak defeating Iowa, 10-7.

‘It’s everything you dream of’: Iowa State weathers storm, defeats Iowa for Cy-Hawk football trophy

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 10, 2022
Iowa students enter Kinnick Stadium before the Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.

Twitter reacts to Iowa football’s 10-7 loss to Iowa State

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 10, 2022
Iowa punter Tory Taylor warms up before a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.

Live updates | Iowa takes on Iowa State in first Cy-Hawk game in Kinnick since 2018

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 10, 2022
Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh smiles after saying corn on the cob is his favorite food during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Thursday, July 22.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, Power Rankings for Week 2 of the college football season

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 8, 2022
Oct 23, 2021; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers offensive lineman Matthew Bedford (76) recovers a fumble against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium.

Big Ten Football notebook | Indiana loses starting right tackle, Penn State linebacker Ken Talley transfers

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 8, 2022
Iowa guard Connor McCaffery drives to the hoop during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2022. McCaffery picked up four assists. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 84-79.

Iowa athletics to hire Beth Goetz as new deputy athletic director, chief operating officer

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 7, 2022
Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell tackles South Dakota State running back Isaiah Davis for a safety during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3.

Iowa football’s defense stands tall, outscores South Dakota State in season-opener

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 3, 2022
Iowa punter Tory Taylor puts the ball during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3. Taylor punted for 479 yards.

‘This kid is a freak’: Tory Taylor’s 10 punts aid Iowa in season-opening win

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 3, 2022
Iowa running back Leshon Williams carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The score at halftime was tied, 3-3.

Halftime Reactions | Iowa tied with South Dakota State, 3-3

Austin Hanson and Chris Werner
September 3, 2022
Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz touches the Nile Kinnick statue during the Hawk Walk before a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes are favored to win the game.

Live updates | Iowa takes on South Dakota State in season opener

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 3, 2022
Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta poses for a portrait during Iowa football media day at Iowa football’s practice facility on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022. LaPorta, one of Iowa’s selections to attend Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis at the end of July, recorded three touchdowns in the 2021-22 season.

From one to No. 1: How Iowa football’s Sam LaPorta became one of the nation’s best tight ends

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
September 1, 2022
Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during Day 1 of the 2021 Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 22.

Big Ten football notebook | Michigan to play two quarterbacks, Northwestern upsets Nebraska in Ireland

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 31, 2022
The Titans trophy is seen during a football game between City High and Liberty at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. Liberty defeated City High, 36-19.

Iowa City Liberty wins ‘Clash at Kinnick’ in first high school game at Kinnick Stadium since 1980

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 27, 2022

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Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 23, 2022
Iowa wide receiver Arland Bruce IV celebrates after a successful play during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini 33-23 at the last home game of the season.

Arland Bruce, Keagan Johnson ready for expanded roles in Iowa football’s wide receiver room

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 21, 2022
Iowa tight end Luke Lachey runs the ball during a drill during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday Aug. 13, 2022.

Big Ten strikes media rights deal with CBS, FOX, and NBC

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 18, 2022
Associate Head Coach Clive Roberts coaches from the sidelines before the Women’s 4x400m relay during the Jimmy Grant Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019.

University of Iowa to pay $125,000 in settlement with former track coach

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 10, 2022
Iowa guard Kylie Feuerbach drives to the basket during a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022. Feuerbach scored 10 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 82-56.

Iowa women’s basketball player Kylie Feuerbach to miss season with torn ACL

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 5, 2022
Iowas 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.

Two former Hawkeye men’s golfers post top-eight finishes at Iowa Open

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 2, 2022
Iowa guard Molly Davis dribbles the ball during an Iowa women’s basketball media availability and open practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, July 29, 2022.

Davis to add depth, versatility for Iowa women’s basketball

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
August 2, 2022
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during a First Round NCAA women’s basketball tournament game against No. 2 Iowa and No. 15 Illinois State in sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, March 18, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 98-58.

‘We never want to feel the way we did last year ever again’: Iowa women’s basketball using last season’s early exit to fuel the fire

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
July 29, 2022
Rutgers punter Adam Korsak sits on the set of Big Ten Network during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 27, 2022. Korsak received questions throughout the day on what it means to be one of three starting punters from Australia in the Big Ten. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Rutgers’ Adam Korsak among new wave of Australian punters in the Big Ten

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
July 27, 2022
Big Ten coordinator of football officials Bill Carollo speaks with media during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Big Ten Coordinator of Football Officials discusses national official shortage in youth and high school sports

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
July 27, 2022
Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta interacts with a media team during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Reporters stopped LaPorta to ask if LaPorta watched other Iowa sports. LaPorta said he watches a lot of Iowa women’s basketball because of Caitlin Clark, saying Clark would beat him one on one. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Sam LaPorta’s expectations high for Iowa football tight ends

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor
July 26, 2022
Driver Pato O’Ward (5) climbs the fence after the NTT IndyCar Series Hy-Vee Salute to Farmers 300 presented by Google at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Sunday, July 24, 2022. O’Ward finished the race in first place.

O’Ward grabs second win of the season as Newgarden crashes out of sweep

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 24, 2022
Roger Penske, owner of Team Penske, takes a picture of his driver, Josef Newgarden (2), after the NTT IndyCar Series HyVeeDeals.com 250 presented by DoorDash at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Newgarden finished first and his teammate Will Power (12), finished third.

Josef Newgarden takes first leg of Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 23, 2022
Driver Will Power (12) poses for a portrait during qualifying for the NTT IndyCar Series Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Power swept the pole position for the double header. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Power sweeps poles, draws closer to Andretti’s record ahead of IndyCar doubleheader at Iowa Speedway

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 23, 2022
Iowas Mac McClear watches other players on the green during the mens golf Hawkeye Invitational on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Finkbine Golf Course.

Iowa men’s golfer Mac McClear wins Illinois State Amateur

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 22, 2022
Jul 5, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) dribbles against Los Angeles Lakers forward Vitto Brown (48) during the third quarter at the California Summer League at Chase Center.

Former Hawkeye Keegan Murray wins NBA Summer League MVP

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 18, 2022
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks to pass during a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 17-12.

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras reflects on Manning Passing Academy

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 14, 2022
Mac McClear examines a club before a round with Daily Iowan reporter Chris Werner at Finkbine Golf Course in Iowa City.

I played 18 holes with Iowa All-Big Ten golfer and 2021 conference champ Mac McClear

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 14, 2022
Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks at a press conference on Monday, June 15, 2020 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta speaks on adding USC, UCLA to Big Ten

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 12, 2022
Iowa centerfielder Kyle Huckstorf prepares to hit the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Purdue at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, May 6, 2022. Huckstorf had four at bats and one strikeout. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 5-2.

Tracking Iowa baseball players in summer leagues

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 7, 2022
Fans stand during the National Anthem at a women’s basketball game between No. 21 Iowa and No. 23 Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. 6,185 people attended. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 92-88.

Iowa women’s basketball commit injured in Louisville car crash

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 6, 2022
Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta attempts to stiff arm Nebraska safety Marquel Dismuke during a football game between No. 16 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 28-21.

Iowa football veterans stress importance of summer workouts

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 5, 2022
Teams huddle during a timeout during a mens basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73.

Tristan Spurlock hired as new Iowa men’s basketball director of player development

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
July 5, 2022
Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren speaks at the beginning of Big Ten Basketball Media Days at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021. During his speech, Warren addressed women and men’s sports and his goal to continue to work toward equality.

USC, UCLA to join Big Ten in 2024

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 30, 2022
Iowa football helmets line the sidelines during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15.

Kadyn Proctor commits to Iowa football

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 30, 2022
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.

Former Iowa basketball player Keegan Murray discusses journey to NBA

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 26, 2022
Iowa’s Deputy Director of Athletics, Senior Women’s Administrator, and Chief Operating Officer Barbara Burke poses for a portrait in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022.

Barbara Burke, the Iowa deputy director of athletics, announces retirement

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 24, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray dunks a ball during a men’s basketball game between No. 5 Iowa and No. 4 Rutgers in the Big Ten Basketball Tournament quarterfinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, March 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 84-74. Murray finished with 26 points, becoming Iowa’s record holder for single-season scoring.

Kings General Manager Monte McNair speaks on drafting Keegan Murray

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 24, 2022
Iowa forward Keegan Murray dunks a ball during the 2022 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Championship between No. 5 Iowa and No. 3 Purdue at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Sunday, March 13, 2022. Murray led the team in scoring with 19 points, getting awarded the Big Ten Tournament Most Valuable Player. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 75-66.

Former Iowa men’s basketball player Keegan Murray picked No. 4 overall by Sacramento Kings in 2022 NBA Draft

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 23, 2022
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery yells during the 2022 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Championship between No. 5 Iowa and No. 3 Purdue at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Sunday, March 13, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 75-66.

Iowa men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery wins Daily Iowan Coach of the Year

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 23, 2022
Iowa rower Jaecee Hall works out on a rowing machine at Beckwith Boathouse in Iowa City on Sunday, June 20, 2022.

Iowa rower Jaecee Hall aims to empower female athletes with Unbreakable Female Athlete clothing brand

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 21, 2022
Iowa assistant coach Matt Gatens answers questions from reporters during an Iowa men’s basketball practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Gatens discussed when he found out he got the job. “I remember when he called and told me,” Gatens said. “I think I was mowing the lawn and I think I didnt go in right away to tell my wife and I think I looked back out, most of my lines were all over the place. My head was just like running like Im gonna get this done but my head somewhere else so yeah…”

New Iowa men’s basketball assistant coach Matt Gatens comes ‘full circle’ in return to Iowa City

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 15, 2022
Iowa players celebrate after a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 5 Indiana during the Big Ten Womens Basketball Tournament Championship Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Sunday, March 6, 2022. The Hawkeyes beat the Hoosiers, 74-67.

Daily Iowan sports section names 2021-22 best of the year award winners

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 14, 2022
Iowa’s Lasarah Hargrove jumps off the starting block for the 4x100-meter relay during day three of the 2022 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Minnesota Track and Field Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Iowa’s team ran the relay in 44.44 seconds to place third overall.

Iowa track and field tallies 17 All-America honors at NCAA Championships

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 12, 2022
Teams huddle during a timeout during a mens basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73.

Matt Gatens named Iowa men’s basketball assistant coach

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 9, 2022
Iowa’s Lasarah Hargrove jumps off the starting block for the 4x100-meter relay during day three of the 2022 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Minnesota Track and Field Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Iowa’s team ran the relay in 44.44 seconds to place third overall.

Iowa track and field ready for NCAA Championships

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 7, 2022
Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones runs the ball during a football game between No. 16 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Corn Huskers 28-21.

Former Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones transfers to Purdue

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 3, 2022
Iowa forward Kris Murray goes up for a shot in the paint during a basketball game between Iowa and No. 6 Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 83-73. Murray shot 6-15 in the paint.

Kris Murray returning to Iowa men’s basketball for junior season

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
June 1, 2022
Iowa pitcher Adam Mazur throws the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Purdue at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, May 6, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 5-2.

Iowa’s Adam Mazur and Keaton Anthony honored with Big Ten baseball awards

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor
May 24, 2022
Iowa’s Julien Gillum celebrates after winning the men’s 400-meter hurdle final during day three of the 2022 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Minnesota Track and Field Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Gillum, one of four Hawkeyes in the event, recorded a time of 51.12 seconds.

Iowa men’s track and field places second at Big Ten Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 16, 2022
Iowa’s James Carter Jr. leaps in the men’s long jump during day two of the 2022 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Minnesota Track and Field Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Carter Jr. placed second overall after his best leap recorded 7.84-meters, about 25 feet and 9 inches.

Austin West, James Carter Jr win silver medals in Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 14, 2022
Iowa’s Austin West completes the high jump as part of the decathlon during day one of the 2022 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the University of Minnesota Track & Field Stadium in Minneapolis on Friday, May 13, 2022. West leads the decathlon after day one with 4,150 points.

Iowa track and field competes in day one of Big Ten Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 14, 2022
Iowa seniors Riley Sheehy and Kate Claypool stand with their families after a softball game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the Iowa Hawkeyes at Bob Pearl Field in Iowa City on Sunday, May 8, 2022. The Hawkeyes fell to the Boilermakers 4-3.

Iowa softball falls to Purdue in extra innings on senior day

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 8, 2022
Iowa pitcher Adam Mazur throws the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Purdue at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, May 6, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 5-2.

Mazur dazzles as Iowa baseball beats Purdue

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 6, 2022
Iowa defensive back Terry Roberts jumps up for an interception during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at Maryland Stadium on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. Roberts finished the day with three tackles and one interception. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 51-14.

Iowa football defensive coordinator Phil Parker draws high praise

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 3, 2022

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Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 2, 2022
Iowa’s Gonzalo Leal Montero swings during the third round of the Hawkeye Invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on Sunday, April 18, 2021. Iowa won the invitational 24 under par.

Hawkeye men’s golf wraps up 2021-22 season at Big Ten Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
May 2, 2022
Iowas Samantha Gillas reacts after losing a match in the second round of the Big Ten Womens Tennis Tournament at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Building in Iowa City on Thursday, April 28. 2022. Illinois defeated Iowa, 4-3.

Iowa women’s tennis ends season with loss to No. 48 Illinois in Big Ten Tournament

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 29, 2022
Iowa Golfer Mac McClears swings his golf club during the Hawkeye invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on April 16, 2022.

Iowa men’s golf team confident ahead of Big Ten Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 28, 2022
Iowa womens tennis head coach Sasha Schmid watches a match during the first round of the Big Ten Championships at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Iowa defeated Michigan State, 4-3, to advance to the second round of the championships on Thursday.

Iowa women’s tennis scrapes past Michigan State in first round of Big Ten Tournament

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 27, 2022
Iowa’s Samantha Mannix hits a ball during a women’s tennis meet between Iowa and Illinois inside the Hawkeyes Tennis & Recreation Complex on Friday, April 1, 2022. Mannix won her match 2-1. The Illini defeated the Hawkeyes, 4-2.

Iowa women’s tennis prepared to host Big Ten Championships, face Michigan State

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 26, 2022
Dana Lerner practices at Finkbine Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021. Lerner has played with the University of Iowa since 2018.

Iowa women’s golf finishes last at 2022 Big Ten Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 25, 2022
Iowa fans applaud during a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 23, 2022.

Fans weigh in on quarterbacks, wave song at Iowa football’s final spring practice

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 24, 2022
Paula Miranda practices her putt at Finkbine Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.

Iowa women’s golf ready for Big Ten Championships in Pittsburgh

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 21, 2022

Sixth Place

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 19, 2022
Iowas Mac McClear drives the ball during the mens golf Hawkeye Invitational on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Finkbine Golf Course.

Iowa men’s golf to host Hawkeye Invitational at Finkbine this weekend

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2022

Sam Petersen

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 10, 2022
Iowas Mac McClear holds the flag during the mens golf Hawkeye Invitational on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Finkbine Golf Course.

Iowa men’s, women’s golf teams struggle on the road

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 7, 2022
Jacque Galloway at practice at Finkbine Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.

Iowa women’s golf to wrap up regular season at Maryb. S Kauth Invite

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 4, 2022
Penn States Nick Lee, right, wrestles Stanfords Real Woods at 141 pounds in the semifinals during the fourth session of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships, Friday, March 18, 2022, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich.

Former Stanford All-American Real Woods to join Iowa men’s wrestling team

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2022
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