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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
Kenna Roering

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor

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Kenna Roering is The Daily Iowan's sports editor. She is a junior at the University of Iowa majoring in journalism with a minor in sports and recreation management. Kenna previously worked as a sports reporter for men's wrestling and volleyball and was the summer sports editor in 2023. This is her second year with the DI.

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Head Coach Tom Brands and Assistant Coaches Ryan Morningstar and Bobby Telford coach from the sidelines during a dual between Iowa’s 133-pound Cullen Shchriever and Columbia’s 125-pound Nick Babin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.

Live updates | Iowa men’s wrestling hosts top-ranked Penn State

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
February 9, 2024
Iowa head coach Renee Gillispie poses for a portrait during Iowa softball media day at Bob Pearl Field on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. The Iowa softball team answered questions from media and held an open practice.

Iowa softball notebook | Hawkeyes look to build off last season’s success

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
February 7, 2024
Fans celebrate after a win by Iowa’s NCAA No. 2 101-pound Sterling Dias during the Iowa Duals between No. 1 Iowa, Life University, and Missouri Valley College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Missouri Valley, 42-0, and Life University ,35-6.

Women’s wrestling projected to earn NCAA Championship status by winter 2026

Brad Schultz and Kenna Roering
February 7, 2024
Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester speaks during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz announced on Jan. 31 that former senior analyst for the Green Bay Packers Tim Lester will serve as the next offensive coordinator for the Hawkeyes. Before his move to Iowa City, Lester held the position of head coach at Western Michigan University for six seasons and served as quarterbacks coach for both Purdue and Syracuse before his head coach title at WMU.

Point/Counterpoint | Was Tim Lester a good hire?

Kenna Roering and Brad Schultz
February 6, 2024
Iowa’s No. 1 141-pound Real Woods wrestles Purdue’s No. 32 Greyson Clark during a wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Area on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 34-6. Woods defeated Clark by major decision, 8-0.

Iowa men’s wrestling heads to Ann Arbor for top-15 matchup with Michigan

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
February 1, 2024
Jan 1, 2024; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) blocks Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Mason Graham (55) during the first half in the 2024 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa to self-report tampering violation to NCAA regarding text sent to offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor

Brad Schultz and Kenna Roering
February 1, 2024
Photo illustration by Lillie Hawker.

Iowa DPS releases statement defending its agents’ actions in sports wagering investigation

Kenna Roering and Alejandro Rojas
January 31, 2024
Iowa fans observe action during the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl between No. 17 Iowa and No. 21 Tennessee at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes, 35-0.

Social media reacts to hiring of Tim Lester as Iowa’s offensive coordinator

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 28, 2024
Sep 18, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Western Michigan Broncos head coach Tim Lester (middle) and players react to their fans after defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers at Heinz Field. The Broncos won 44-41. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa football hires Tim Lester as offensive coordinator

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 28, 2024
Iowa head coach Tom Brands points during a wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Area on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 34-6.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Head coach Tom Brands speaks on latest developments in sports gambling probe

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 24, 2024
Iowas Karina Muñoz competes on beam during session two of the Big Ten Gymnastics Championship at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa, on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Michigan won the Big Ten women’s gymnastics title with a score of 198.000.

Q&A | Karina Muñoz, UI gymnast, speaks with The Daily Iowan

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 23, 2024
A double exposure image of a reporter live tweeting a quote from Athletic Director Beth Goetz during an introductory press conference at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024. Goetz is the first woman in the Big Ten conference to be hired into the roll of athletic director.

A ‘home run’ hire: Iowa Athletics Director Beth Goetz makes history

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 23, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs a young fans shoe after a women’s basketball game between Iowa and Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 84-57.

State Farm donates $22,000 to Caitlin Clark Foundation for the basketball star’s 22nd birthday

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 22, 2024
Iowa’s NCAA No. 2 143-pound Reese Larramendy shows off the tiger hawk after winning a match during the Iowa Duals between NCAA-ranked No. 1 Iowa women’s wrestling, NAIA-ranked No. 1 Life University, and Missouri Valley at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Big Reds, 42-0, and the Running Eagles, 35-6.

Iowa women’s wrestler Reese Larramendy avenges loss to Life University’s Jamilah McBryde

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 21, 2024
Iowa 170-pound Kylie Welker wins a match between North Central College 170-pound Yelena Makoyed during the finals round of the NWCA National Duals between No. 2 Iowa and North Central College on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. Iowa defeated North Central College, 21-20.

Iowa women’s wrestling closes home slate with duals against Life University and Missouri Valley College

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 21, 2024
Jan 1, 2024; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) blocks Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Mason Graham (55) during the first half in the 2024 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Former Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor announces transfer to Iowa football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 20, 2024
Iowa’s 133-pound Cullan Schriever wrestles Purdue’s Dustin Norris during a wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and Purdue in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 34-6.

Iowa men’s wrestler Cullan Schriever takes advantage of starting role against Purdue

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 19, 2024
Members of the men’s Iowa wrestling team react during a Cy-Hawk men’s wrestling dual between No. 4 Iowa and No. 8 Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 18-14.

Live updates | Iowa men’s wrestling hosts dual meet against Purdue

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 19, 2024
Courtney and Corelly Smith pose for a photo with interim Director of Athletics Beth Goetz during a watch party at Tin Roof in Orlando, Fla., to observe the matchup between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Minnesota that took place in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 94-71.

Social media shows overwhelming support for hiring of Beth Goetz as UI athletics director

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 18, 2024
Interim Director of Athletics Chair Beth Goetz and Deputy Director of Athletics for External Relations Matt Henderson exit the conference room area after a press conference with Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. The teams match up at Camping World Stadium on Monday, Jan. 1, at noon CT.

Beth Goetz hired as UI’s full-time athletics director

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 18, 2024
Iowa’s No. 11 125-pound Drake Ayala looks down the tunnel during a men’s wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and No. 16 Oregon State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. Last year, Spencer Lee was the starting 125-pound wrestler for Iowa. The Hawkeyes defeated the Beavers, 25-11.

Iowa men’s wrestler Drake Ayala continues win streak against Minnesota, prepares for prime time matchup with Matt Ramos

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 15, 2024
Iowa right end Erick All and running back Leshon Williams celebrate a touchdown from All during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. All had 34 receiving yards and scored a two-point conversion.

Iowa tight end Erick All declares for NFL Draft

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 15, 2024
Iowa’s 165-pound Michael Caliendo wrestles Columbia’s Kyle Mosher at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.

Live updates | No. 3 Iowa men’s wrestling returns home to battle No. 10 Minnesota

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 15, 2024
Iowa’s 174-pound Patrick Kennedy wrestles Columbia’s Garrett Bilgrav at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestling prevails over Nebraska in Big Ten opener

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 12, 2024
Iowa wide receivers coach Kelton Copeland waits for questions from the media during Iowa football media day at Iowa football’s practice field on Friday, Aug. 13, 2021.

Iowa wide receivers coach Kelton Copeland will not return to Hawkeyes next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 12, 2024
Iowa’s No. 2 136-pound Nanea Estrella waves to the crowd during the Trailblazer Duals between No. 3 Iowa, No. 6 Sacred Heart, No. 13 Presbyterian, and No. 11 Lindenwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. Iowa women’s wrestling made history on Sunday, hosting the first women’s wrestling dual in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated Presbyterian, 44-1, Lindenwood, 43-0, and Sacred Heart, 40-4.

Iowa women’s wrestler Nanea Estrella announces season-ending injury

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 11, 2024
Members of the Iowa gymnastics team cheer on JerQuavia Henderson as Henderson competes on floor during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Henderson placed first in the event with a score of 9.925. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125.

Iowa’s JerQuavia Henderson to step away from gymnastics to focus on mental health

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 10, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark dribbles the ball up the court during a women’s basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Michigan State in a sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2023.

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark to launch cereal at Hy-Vee

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 8, 2024
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson points while ridding a merry-go-round during Day for Kids, an event for the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, at Fun Spot America on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. Iowa and Tennessee met with children and enjoyed a morning of roller coasters and rides at the amusement park. The teams match up at Camping World Stadium on Monday, Jan. 1, at noon CT.

All-Big Ten linebacker Nick Jackson to return to Iowa next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
January 7, 2024
Fire is set ablaze during day two of the 2022 Soldier Salute College Wrestling Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022.

Iowa men’s and women’s wrestling teams to compete in Soldier Salute

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 28, 2023
Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins answers a question during a press conference for the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. Higgins spoke to reporters about his return to Iowa next season. “Over the last four years, I built a great relationship with obviously my teammates and the coaching staff that the University of Iowa has,” Higgins said. “…I just felt like if I came back another year, I could be a better football player.”

Linebacker Jay Higgins to forego NFL Draft, return to Iowa next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 26, 2023
Photo contributed by Andrew Kloser

Three UI students become youngest officiating crew in Iowa high school basketball history

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 20, 2023
No. 7 seeded 174-pound Iowas Nelson Brands walks off the mat after a loss to Minnesota’s No. 4 Bailee O’Reily during session three of the Big Ten Wrestling Championships at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Saturday, March. 4, 2023. O’Reily defeated Brands, 3-1.

Iowa men’s wrestler Nelson Brands’ suspension appeal denied by NCAA, ending his Iowa career

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 19, 2023
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks on the sideline during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz talks hiring of new offensive coordinator, Cooper DeJean undecided on returning next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 18, 2023
No. 1 seeded 125-pound Iowas Spencer Lee looks to the crowd after wrestling No. 16 seeded 125-pound Michigans Jack Medley during session two of the NCAA Wrestling Championships at BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Lee defeated Medley by technical fall, 17-0.

Six Hawkeyes place in top five at Senior Nationals, earn berth to 2024 Olympic Trials

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 17, 2023
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs toward the end zone for a touchdown after a punt return during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. DeJean’s touchdown on the punt return was 70 yards.

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean, Tory Taylor unanimous consensus All-America

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 14, 2023
Iowa offensive lineman Daijon Parker stands on the sidelines during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Daijon Parker

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 13, 2023
A fan dressed as Elvis cheers from the stands during a game against Northwestern University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

‘Elvis isn’t Dead’: Greg Suckow and his mother’s shared fascination of Elvis

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 12, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles after shooting a three-pointer during a women’s basketball game between No. 4 Iowa and Wisconsin at a sold-out Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin, on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023.

Iowa women’s basketball guard Caitlin Clark signs NIL deal with Gatorade

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 12, 2023
Iowa assistant coach Ryan Morningstar and head coach Tom Brands watch a match between Oregon State’s No. 22 133-pound Gabe Whisenhunt and Iowa’s No. 9 133-pound Brody Teske during a men’s wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and No. 16 Oregon State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. Teske defeated Whisenhunt by major decision, 18-8. The Hawkeyes defeated the Beavers, 25-11.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes return home to face Columbia Lions

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 7, 2023
Iowa defensive coordinator Phil Parker listens to a staffer during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Iowa defensive coordinator wins Broyles Award, given to best assistant coach in college football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 5, 2023
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill., on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes, 9-6. Petras averaged 4.7 yards per pass.

Former Iowa football quarterback Spencer Petras commits to Utah State

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 3, 2023
Iowa football pplayers and coaches walk onto the field before the Big Ten championship football game between No.18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 26-0.

Iowa football to face Tennessee in Citrus Bowl

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 3, 2023
Iowa men’s wrestling head coach Tom Brands signals for stalling during a Cy-Hawk men’s wrestling dual between No. 4 Iowa and No. 8 Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 18-14.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes head to The Palestra to battle Penn Quakers

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
December 1, 2023
Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 30, 2023
The Big Ten Championship Trophy is shown during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Thursday, July 22.

Divisions no more: Looking back on the ten-year history of the Big Ten East and West

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 30, 2023
University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz speaks with members of the media during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Goetz answered questions from the media about the statement.

Beth Goetz’s role as Iowa’s interim AD

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
Iowa kicker Marshall Meeder receives the Heroes Trophy after kicking the game winning field goal during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb., on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

‘Story of our season’: Iowa football blocks outside noise en route to Big Ten Championship berth

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
Iowa punter Tory Taylor acknowledges fans after a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Taylor punted for 413 total yards, averaging 51.6 per play. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 15-13.

Iowa football’s Tory Taylor wins Big Ten Punter of the Year

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean points to fans after winning a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean wins Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year, Return Specialist of the Year

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
Iowa’s 174-pound Patrick Kennedy looks to the crowd while getting his hand raised after wrestling Iowa State’s No. 21 MJ Gaitan during a Cy-Hawk men’s wrestling dual between No. 4 Iowa and No. 8 Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023.

Cy-Hawk matchup lives up to hype as Iowa wrestling defeats Iowa State in Ames

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
Iowa’s No. 1 141-pound Real Woods walks onto the mat before wrestling Oregon State’s No. 20 Cleveland Belton during a men’s wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and No. 16 Oregon State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. Woods defeated Belton by technical fall, 18-3. The Hawkeyes defeated the Beavers, 25-11.

Live updates | Iowa men’s wrestling takes on Iowa State in Ames

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
Iowa’s No. 3 141-pound Real Woods points at Iowa States No. 7 Casey Swiderski during a wrestling meet between No. 2 Iowa and No. 7 Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022. Multiple matches throughout the meet sparked tension between both teams. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 18-15.

Point/Counterpoint | Will Iowa or Iowa State win the Cy-Hawk wrestling matchup?

Kenna Roering and Cayden Storm
November 25, 2023
Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins and Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro attempt to block a pass by Nebraska quarterback Chubba Purdy during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 13-10.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Nebraska

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 24, 2023
Iowas Marshall Meeder kicks a 33-yard game-winning field goal during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 13-10.

Iowa football’s Marshall Meeder hits game-winning field goal against Nebraska in Hawkeye debut

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 24, 2023
Iowa football defensive linemen reach for the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Live updates | Iowa football closes out regular season at Nebraska

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 24, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and Kansas State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 65-58.

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark to join ‘ManningCast’ during Monday Night Football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 20, 2023
Iowa’s No. 9 133-pound Brody Teske wrestles Oregon State’s No. 22 Gabe Whisenhunt during a men’s wrestling dual between No. 3 Iowa and No. 16 Oregon State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestler Brody Teske displays offensive prowess against Oregon State after medically forfeiting Luther Open

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 19, 2023
Iowa head coach Tom Brands watches a 141-pound match between No.2 Real Woods and No.6 Frankie Tal-Scharar during a dual between Iowa and Northwestern at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Jan. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 27-9.

Live updates | Iowa men’s wrestling opens home slate against Oregon State

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 19, 2023
Iowa head coach Tom Brands speaks at a press conference during the Iowa mens wrestling media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena a Iowa on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Head coach Tom Brands reflects on gambling scandal, Hawkeyes prepare for home opener against Oregon State

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 17, 2023
Connor Colby, second from left, and other Iowa offensive linemen walk onto the field during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Aug. 11.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Connor Colby

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 17, 2023
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean returns the ball during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football’s Cooper DeJean suffers lower leg injury, will miss remainder of season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 15, 2023
University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz speaks with members of the media during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Goetz answered questions from the media about the statement.

Point/Counterpoint | When should Iowa hire Beth Goetz full-time?

Colin Votzmeyer and Kenna Roering
November 14, 2023
Iowa’s No. 10 149-pound Max Murin wrestles Oklahoma State’s No. 18 Victor Voinovich during a wrestling dual between No. 2 Iowa and No. 6 Oklahoma State in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday Feb. 19, 2023. Murin won by decision, 4-3. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys, 28-7.

Iowa men’s wrestler Victor Voinovich III transfers from one powerhouse program to another

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 14, 2023
Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht throws a ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Field on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 16-9.

Iowa baseball pitcher Brody Brecht signs NIL deal with Rapsodo

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 14, 2023
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks to the sidelines during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras enters NCAA transfer portal

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 13, 2023
Iowa’s 130-pound Emily Frost grapples with Presbyterian’s 130-pound Cassia Zammit during the Trailblazer Duals between No. 3 Iowa, No. 6 Sacred Heart, No. 13 Presbyterian, and No. 11 Lindenwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. Iowa women’s wrestling made history on Sunday, hosting the first women’s wrestling dual in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated Presbyterian, 44-1, Lindenwood, 43-0, and Sacred Heart, 40-4.

Iowa women’s wrestler Emily Frost a ‘head hunter’ on the mat, earns two pins in home debut

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 12, 2023
Iowa’s 170-pound Kylie Welker poses for a portrait during the inaugural Iowa women’s wrestling media day in the Feller Club Room and the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2023. In the 2022-23 season as an unattached wrestler, Welker was runner-up at the U20 National Championship in 2023.

Live results | No. 3 Iowa women’s wrestling squad makes Carver-Hawkeye Arena debut

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 12, 2023
Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte runs the ball after catching an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Schulte intercepted the pass in the 4th quarter, running 39 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa defense posts first shutout of season in 22-0 victory over Rutgers

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 11, 2023
Iowa celebrates during a timeout during the Ally Tipoff, a basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 8 Virginia Tech at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. Iowa scored 42 points in the paint compared to Virginia Tech’s 20. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hokies, 80-76.

Iowa women’s basketball’s Kylie Feuerbach explodes in third quarter to propel Hawkeyes over No. 8 Virginia Tech

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 10, 2023
Rutgers running back Kyle Monangai watches the ball go over him during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 27-10. Monangai had six carries for 25 yards.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 11 of the college football season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 9, 2023
Iowa defensive lineman Anterio Thompson dances during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive lineman Anterio Thompson

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 9, 2023
Suspended Iowa football player Noah Shannon stands in a huddle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

NCAA adjusts wagering reinstatement guidelines for student-athletes, ending Noah Shannon’s Hawkeye career

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 8, 2023
Sisters Brianna and Emilie Gonzalez pose for a portrait during the inaugural Iowa women’s wrestling media day in the Feller Club Room and the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2023. The duo wrestled at Arroyo High School in their hometown of El Monte, California.

Iowa women’s wrestling dominates to start inaugural season, excited for Carver-Hawkeye Arena debut

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 7, 2023
Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Patterson rushed for 86 yards.

‘Make something out of nothing:’ Iowa football RBs a bright spot within struggling offense

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 2, 2023
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks at his notes during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After the University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Ferentz answered questions from the media about the statement. Ferentz also spoke about Iowa’s game against Northwestern on Nov. 4. Ferentz recognized the biological relationship with Brian Ferentz, saying he’s very fond of his son. “I’ve had a lot of relationships with people that have worked here, and thats one of the things we do,” Kirk Ferentz said. “If it was anybody on this staff that fell in this category, Id feel bad about it.”

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz intends to return next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 1, 2023
Iowa midfield Dionne van Aalsum reacts during a field hockey match between No. 1 Iowa and Michigan State at Grand Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023. van Aalsum scored one goal in the first period. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 3-1.

Iowa field hockey’s Dionne van Aalsum named Big Ten Freshman of the Year

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
November 1, 2023
Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara stands on the sidelines with crutches after getting injured in the first quarter during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa football suffers from injury bug, loses three scoring weapons

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to media members during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After the University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Ferentz answered questions from the media about the statement. Ferentz also spoke about Iowa’s game against Northwestern on Nov. 4.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz, Interim AD Beth Goetz talk dismissal of Brian Ferentz

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
Iowa head coach Tom Brands prepares to talk to the wrestling team after Iowa mens wrestling media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestling prepares for season, aims to fill holes left by veterans

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz walks off the field after coaching offensive players during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz ‘in last season’ with Iowa football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 30, 2023
Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara talks to coaches on the sidelines during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

QB Cade McNamara confirms his return to Iowa next season after suffering torn ACL

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 25, 2023
Iowa’s unattached 143-pound Ella Schmit wrestles Iowa Wesleyan’s Isabelle Hawley during day two of the 2022 Soldier Salute College Wrestling Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022. Schmit defeated Hawley by fall, 1:44.

‘For her:’ Three Iowa-born wrestlers on Hawkeye women’s wrestling squad excited to represent home state

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 24, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark goes up for a layup during an exhibition women’s basketball game between Iowa and Clarke University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023. The matchup marks Iowa’s first game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena for the 23-24 season. Clark shot 9-of-13 in the paint. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pride, 122-49.

AP unanimously votes Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark a Preseason All-American

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 24, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark greets fans after an exhibition women’s basketball game between Iowa and Clarke University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023. The matchup marks Iowa’s first game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena for the 23-24 season. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pride, 122-49.

Iowa women’s basketball guard Caitlin Clark signs with Excel Sports Management

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 24, 2023
Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee looks at the Nebraska huddle during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Lee had seven total tackles. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0.

More than football: Iowa defensive tackle Logan Lee keeps faith and family in forefront

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 19, 2023
Iowa defensive back TJ Hall puts the ball down near the end zone after a punt during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10.

One-on-one with Iowa cornerback T.J. Hall

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 19, 2023
Iowa head coach Clarissa Chun speaks to media members during the inaugural Iowa women’s wrestling media day in the Feller Club Room and the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2023. Chun said she is excited that Iowa women’s wrestling gets to represent female athletes on the mat. “Our program and our team are very excited to be able to represent the Hawkeyes and the black and gold,” Chun said. “Its a moment that thousands and millions of girls across the world have waited for, a moment like this.”

Iowa women’s wrestling notebook | Head coach Clarissa Chun talks expectations for inaugural season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 18, 2023
Brandee Britt, director of UI athletics social media and digital strategy, smiles at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023.

Iowa football’s creative content team among one of the best in nation

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz talks during a press conference on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023.

UI President Barbara Wilson says search is not underway for new athletic director

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
Iowa tight end Erick All recieves support after an injury during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. All was injured in the first quarter and was out for the remainder of the game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6.

Iowa football tight end Erick All suffers torn ACL, out for season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
The Hawkeye Marching Band performs during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Hawkeye Marching Band members ink first NIL deal with The Brick Kitchen

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 16, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark warms up before Crossover at Kinnick, a women’s exhibition basketball game between Iowa and DePaul, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes enter the 2023-24 season after advancing to the NCAA Championship for the first time in program history last year and winning a program-best 31 games in a single season in the 2022-23 season.

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark makes Sports Illustrated Daily Cover

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 16, 2023
Wisconsin wide receiver Will Pauling misses a catch during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 15-6. Pauling totaled 60 yards against Iowa.

Iowa defense, Sebastian Castro have season-best performance against Wisconsin

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 14, 2023
Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill prepares to throw the ball during the 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. Hill totaled 110 yards and one touchdown against Purdue.

Live updates | Iowa football looks to retain Heartland Trophy against Wisconsin

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 14, 2023
Photo contributed by Megan Ramirez

Iowa football Kid Captain Madison Ramirez radiates positivity

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 12, 2023
Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro catches an interception for pick-six during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Castro intercepted the ball once for 30 yards and a touchdown.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 12, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs during a welcome home event for the Iowa women’s basketball team’s NCAA national championship runner-up finish outside of Hyatt Regency Hotel in Coralville on Monday, April 3, 2023. The Hawkeyes were welcomed home by hundreds of fans following a loss to LSU in the title game.

‘Makes the young ones believe’: Iowa women’s basketball guard Caitlin Clark’s immeasurable impact on women’s sports

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Suspended Iowa football player Noah Shannon stands on the sidelines during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa defensive lineman Noah Shannon cleared to practice by NCAA amid season-long gambling suspension

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Caitlin Clark holds up her 2023 Naismith Trophy 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.

Iowa women’s basketball’s Caitlin Clark signs NIL deal with State Farm

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
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