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(LEFT) Iowa center Ava Heiden shoots a layup during an Iowa women's basketball game against Evansville on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. (RIGHT) Iowa infielder Gable Mitchell swings through the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Indiana at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium in Iowa City on April 27, 2025.

Point/Counterpoint | What’s the best month for sports?

Jack Birmingham and Jonah Frey
November 11, 2025
(LEFT) Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski throws the ball during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J. on Sept. 19, 2025. (RIGHT) Iowa goalie Hunter Jones blocks the puck from entering the goal during a Heartlanders scrimmage at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022.

Point-Counterpoint | What is the most demanding position in sports?

Jonah Frey and Trey Benson
November 4, 2025
Iowa guard Addie Deal takes a picture with fans after an Iowa women’s basketball game against Southern University on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeyes Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. In Deal’s first game in an Iowa uniform, she scored four points from two shots, going 2-6 in field goal attempts. She picked up two rebounds and two assists over 15 minutes in playing time.

Five-star recruit Addie Deal prioritizes teamwork

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
November 4, 2025
Iowa guard Chazadi Wright dribbles the ball during an Iowa women's basketball game against Southern University on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. Following the half, the Hawkeyes lead the Jaguars 37-24.

Iowa women’s basketball pulls away from Southern University, 86-51, in season opener

Jonah Frey, 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
Women’s team runners from Iowa and Bradley University race during the Hawkeye Invite at Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The Iowa women’s team took second place with 39 points and the Iowa men’s team arrived in third with 75 points.

Iowa cross country competes at Big Ten Championships with standout performances

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2025
Fans rush to follow the women’s runners during the Hawkeye Invite at Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The Iowa women’s team took second place with 39 points and the Iowa men’s team arrived in third with 75 points.

How Iowa cross country’s Ella Magallan has found success with the Hawkeyes

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2025
Distance runner Jalyssa Blazek runs during a morning practice with the cross country team along the Iowa River on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. During the 2025 outdoor cross country season, Blazek led the team in the 1,500 meters (4:28.46).

How senior Jalyssa Blazek makes her mark on Iowa cross country

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
October 21, 2025
Iowa distance runner Kyle Montgomery finishes the race seventh overall and third among the Iowa runners. Iowa placed second to Iowa Central CC losing the tie breaker with both teams scoring 34 on the Ashton Cross-Country Course on Friday night Sept. 5, 2025.

Iowa cross country teams compete against nationally-ranked competition at Pre-National Invitational

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2025
Iowa distance runner Kyle Montgomery finishes the race seventh overall and third among the Iowa runners. Iowa placed second to Iowa Central CC losing the tie breaker with both teams scoring 34 on the Ashton Cross-Country Course on Friday night Sept. 5, 2025.

Kyle Montgomery emerging as a star for Iowa men’s cross country

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
September 30, 2025
Iowa runners race against an Illinois State University runner during the Hawkeye Invite at Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The Iowa women’s team took second place with 39 points and the Iowa men’s team arrived in third with 75 points.

Iowa men’s cross country first-year Elias Arbuckle opens season strong

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
September 23, 2025
Women’s team runners from Iowa and Bradley University race during the Hawkeye Invite at Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The Iowa women’s team took second place with 39 points and the Iowa men’s team arrived in third with 75 points.

Iowa cross country battles tough competition and course at Roy Griak Invitational

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
September 20, 2025
The women’s 4K race begins during the Hawkeye Invite at Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The Iowa women’s team competed against runners from Iowa Central Community College, Bradley University, Illinois State University, and Iowa Western Community College.

Elena Torres and Iowa women’s cross country embracing underdog mentality in 2025

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
September 18, 2025
Penn State fans sing during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 31-0. Penn State remains undefeated in conference play with a conference record of 2-0.

Point/Counterpoint | Which college football team will win the Big Ten this year?

Jonah Frey and Jack Birmingham
September 9, 2025
The women’s 4K race begins during the Hawkeye Invite at Ashton Cross Country Course in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The Iowa women’s team competed against runners from Iowa Central Community College, Bradley University, Illinois State University, and Iowa Western Community College.

Hawkeye women emerge victorious, men show promise in cross country season opener

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
September 5, 2025
Iowa’s Brayden Burnett warms up during a practice outside the Hawkeye Indoor Track Facility in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023.

Iowa men’s cross country has eyes on Big Ten championship

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
September 2, 2025
Iowa’s Sean Smith during a photo shoot at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

Q&A | Iowa track and field thrower Sean Smith shares why he chose Iowa, his pre-meet meals, and favorite music

Jonah Frey, Sports Reporter
May 6, 2025
Photo illustration of a football in the grass.

Point/Counterpoint | Which team won this year’s NFL draft?

Jack Birmingham and Jonah Frey
May 6, 2025
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