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Pete Ruden

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: @PeteyRuden

Pete Ruden is the Pregame Editor at The Daily Iowan, where he has worked since the beginning of his college career. He has covered a variety of sports at the DI, including football, men’s basketball, baseball, wrestling, and men’s tennis. Currently a senior, he served as a sports reporter his freshman year, before becoming the Assistant Sports Editor and then Sports Editor his junior year.

All content by Pete Ruden
University of Iowa Pitcher Cole McDonald pitches during the baseball game at Duane Banks Stadium on Friday, May 3, 2019. The Hawkeyes beat the Eaters 6-3.

Iowa baseball not overlooking Michigan State

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 9, 2019
Iowa infielder Izaya Fullard throws the ball to first as UC Irvine infielder Brandon Lewis slides into the base during the game against UC Irvine at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, May 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Anteaters 1-0.

Izaya ‘Meat Patty’ Fullard set to continue hot baseball streak

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 8, 2019
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery watches the game during the men's basketball game against Western Carolina at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Catamounts 78-60.

Iowa basketball misses out on three transfers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 7, 2019
Iowa infielder Mitchell Boe celebrates after hitting a home run during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018.

Iowa looking at second base options in wake of Boe injury

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 6, 2019

Geno Stone

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 6, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley prepares to throw a pass during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36.

Stanley invited to Manning Passing Academy

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 6, 2019
Ruden: Sunday’s Cal-Irvine loss won’t define Iowa’s season

Ruden: Sunday’s Cal-Irvine loss won’t define Iowa’s season

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 5, 2019
Iowa infielder Izaya Fullard takes off his gloves after bunting to first during the sixth inning of the afternoon Iowa vs Rutgers game at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, April 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 9-5.

Fullard pushes Hawkeyes past ranked Anteaters

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 3, 2019
Iowa infielder Chris Whelan hits the ball at a baseball game against Northwestern Illinois at Duane Banks Field on May 1, 2019.

Taking a look at Iowa baseball’s success against ranked opponents

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 2, 2019

Ihmir Smith-Marsette

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
May 1, 2019
Clarke pitcher Tsubasa Maruyama pitches the ball to Iowa's Brendan Sher during a baseball game against the University of Iowa on Sunday, Mar. 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pride 3-2.

Sher becoming sure-handed for Iowa baseball

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 30, 2019
Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa celebrates after making a play during an NCAA football game between Iowa and Wyoming in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Epenesa appears early on 2020 NFL mock drafts

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 30, 2019
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.

Schaake earns Big Ten Player of the Year

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 30, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Nick Easley talks to the media during Pro Day at the Football Performance Center on Monday, March 25, 2019.

Ruden: Easley belongs in the NFL

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 29, 2019
Iowa’s undrafted free agents look to stick around NFL

Iowa’s undrafted free agents look to stick around NFL

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 28, 2019
Iowa tight end Noah Fant (87) runs the ball during the Iowa/Maryland homecoming football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Hockenson, Fant make NFL Draft history with first-round selections

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 25, 2019
Iowa tight end Noah Fant celebrates scoring a touchdown during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Denver Broncos select Fant with pick No. 20

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 25, 2019
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion, 55-24. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Hockenson selected by Detroit Lions with pick No. 8

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 25, 2019
Iowa tight end Noah Fant celebrates scoring a touchdown during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

The Daily Iowan’s first-round NFL mock draft

Adam Hensley and Pete Ruden
April 24, 2019

Noah Fant

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 24, 2019
Iowa's Noah Fant and TJ Hockenson celebrate a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 28-17.

T.J. Hockenson, Noah Fant seek to make history

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 24, 2019
Megan Gustafson holds her framed jersey, which will be retired.

Iowa to retire Gustafson’s number

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 24, 2019
Iowa outfielder Justin Jenkins bunts during the baseball game against Milwaukee at Duane BanksField on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 5-4.

Jenkins delivers walk-off bomb to topple Milwaukee

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 23, 2019
Iowa's Anthony Nelson sacks NIU quarterback Marcus Childers during the Iowa/NIU football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes lead the Huskies, 3-0, at halftime.

NFL Draft Profile: Anthony Nelson

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 22, 2019
Iowa men’s golf wins Hawkeye Invitational

Iowa men’s golf wins Hawkeye Invitational

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 21, 2019
Iowa sophomore Brett Permann tees off during the Diane Thomason Invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on Sept. 30, 2018.The Hawkeyes placed first overall.

Hawkeye golf set for Big Tens, Hawkeye Invitational

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 18, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Outback Bowl game between Iowa and Mississippi State at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs 27-22.

Stanley to throw out first pitch at Banks Field on Saturday

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 18, 2019
Interim Iowa coach Andrew Francis watches from the sideline during a men's basketball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, March 2, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior night, fell to the Scarlet Knights, 86-72.

Iowa basketball’s Francis to leave the program

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 16, 2019
Iowa shortstop Tanner Wetrich swings at a pitch against Northern Illinois on April 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 8-6.

Hawkeyes, Wetrich come back against Huskies

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 16, 2019
Iowa catcher Austin Martin scores during a baseball game between Iowa and Cal-State Northridge at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, March 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes dropped their home opener to the Matadors, 8-5.

Hawkeye baseball led by newcomers entering Northern Illinois contest

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 15, 2019
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Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 15, 2019
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. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa snags commitment from three-star tight end

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 12, 2019
Iowa pitcher Cole McDonald throw a pitch during a baseball game between Iowa and Cal-State Northridge at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, March 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes dropped their home opener to the Matadors, 8-5.

Iowa baseball seeks to win third-straight Big Ten series

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 11, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent sheds Nebraska safety Antonio Reed's tackle during the Iowa/Nebraska football game at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 31-28, with a last-second field goal.

Iowa football works to improve ground attack

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 9, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson drives to the hoop during the Iowa/Mizzou NCAA Tournament second round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 68-52.

Gustafson invited to attend WNBA Draft

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 9, 2019
Iowa's Spencer Lee looks on during the Parade of All Americans at the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Six of Iowa’s wrestlers earned the distinction.

Hawkeye wrestling’s Lee to be recognized at Iowa State Capitol

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 8, 2019
Iowa's Zeb Adreon takes a strike during a baseball game against the University of Illinois on Sunday, Mar. 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 3-1.

Iowa baseball splits doubleheader with Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 6, 2019
Iowa's Chris Whelen watches the ball in the game against Rutgers at Duane Banks Field on Friday, April 5, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rutgers Scarlett Knights, 6-1.

Whelan continues to break out of slump in Iowa’s win over Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 5, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson (10) hugs Iowa forward Amanda Ollinger after the Iowa/Missouri NCAA Tournament second round women’s basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers 68-52.

Gustafson wins AP Player of the Year

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 4, 2019
Iowa's Austin Martin misses a pitch during a baseball game against Illinois State on Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2019. The Hawkeyes lost to the Redbirds 11-6. (Roman Slabach/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye baseball falls flat in midweek contest against Illinois State

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 3, 2019
Minnesota quarterback Zack Annexstad is pressured by Iowa linebacker Amani Jones during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Amani Jones gets reps on D-line as Iowa’s defense makes changes

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 2, 2019
Iowa's Chris Whelan stands in the batters box during a baseball game against the University of Illinois on Sunday, Mar. 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini 3-1.

Iowa baseball seeks to continue Banks Magic

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 1, 2019
Hawkeye pitcher Trenton Wallace pitches during the baseball game against Illinois at Duane Banks Field on March 30, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 2-1 after the 9th inning.

Iowa baseball bounces back with improvement on the mound

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 31, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon waits for the game to resume during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Bohannon, Iowa basketball take March Madness rug hostage

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 31, 2019
Iowa catcher Austin Martin bats against Illinois on March 29, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 8-4.

Martin leads the way for Iowa baseball’s first Big Ten win

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 29, 2019
Iowa guard Maishe Dailey shoots a three during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 6, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 93-84.

Iowa basketball’s Dailey set to transfer

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 28, 2019
Iowa's Lorenzo Elion swings at a pitch against Bradley on March 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Braves, 4-2.

Hawkeye baseball downs Braves with eighth-inning rally

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 26, 2019
Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with graduate assistant Kelvin Bell during the team's 13th Outback Bowl Practice Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013 as they prepare to face the LSU Tigers in Tampa. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Bell, Nixon set to help new Iowa defensive line

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 26, 2019
during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Baer leaves legacy of hard work, character at Iowa

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 25, 2019
Iowa pitcher Cam Baumann throws a pitch during the first game of a baseball doubleheader between Iowa and Cal-State Northridge at Duane Banks Field on Sunday, March 17, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Matadors, 5-4.

Iowa baseball searches for improvement against Bradley after Indiana sweep

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley
March 25, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook dunks the ball during the NCAA game against Tennessee at Nationwide Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes 83-77.

Ruden: Tyler Cook deserves cheers, not jeers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 24, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza waits for a free-throw during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Iowa’s comeback bid against Tennessee falls short

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 24, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon waits for the game to resume during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Bohannon sets all-time Hawkeye 3-point record

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 24, 2019
Iowa players come together before the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Keys to the Iowa-Tennessee NCAA Tournament game

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley
March 24, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza answers questions during the Iowa media availability at Nationwide Arena on Saturday, March 23, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa basketball’s Saturday press conference

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa guard Luka Garza reaches for the ball during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Garza’s effort shines for Hawkeye basketball

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp reacts to an Iowa basket during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Hawkeyes react to NCAA Tournament win over Cincinnati

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa betting on itself with NCAA Tournament win over Cincinnati

Iowa betting on itself with NCAA Tournament win over Cincinnati

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass the ball during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 74-53. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Bohannon hits buzzer-beater over Cincinnati before half

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots the ball during the Iowa basketball practice at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio on Thursday, March 21, 2019. The Hawkeyes will compete against the Cincinnati Bearcats tomorrow in the NCAA Tournament.

Keys to Iowa-Cincinnati matchup in NCAA Tournament

Adam Hensley and Pete Ruden
March 22, 2019
Iowa forward Ryan Kriener dribbles the ball during the Iowa basketball practice at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio on Thursday, March 21, 2019. The Hawkeyes will compete against the Cincinnati Bearcats tomorrow in the NCAA Tournament.

Hawkeyes reminisce on March Madness memories

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Cincinnati Bearcats head coach Mick Cronin calls a play from the sideline against the Connecticut Huskies on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 at XL Center in Hartford, Conn. Cincinnati won the game 64-60.

Highlights from Cincinnati basketball’s press conference

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson keeps the ball away from Maryland players during the women's Big Ten Championship basketball game vs. Maryland at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Sunday, March 10, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 90-76 and are the Big Ten champions.

Iowa women earn No. 2 seed in NCAA Tournament

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 18, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon attempts a 3-pointer during the Iowa/Illinois Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 83-62.

Hawkeyes prepping for Cincinnati in return to NCAA Tournament

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 18, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza attempts a shot during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 74-53.

Hawkeyes set for NCAA Tournament following loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 15, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza attempts a shot over Michigan forward Ignas Bradzeikis during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 40-27, at the half.

Iowa goes cold from 3 in loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 15, 2019
Iowa's Joe Wieskamp guards Illinois' Da'Monte Williams during the Iowa/Illinois Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 83-62.

Numbers behind Iowa’s first Big Ten Tournament win over Illinois

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 15, 2019
Iowa forward Nicholas Baer (51) attempts a 3-pointer during the Iowa/Illinois Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 14, 2019. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Baer leads Hawkeyes in his last Big Ten Tournament

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 14, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp shoots a 3-point shot during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019.

Hawkeyes down Illini in Big Ten Tournament opener

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 14, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook (25) goes for a dunk during a basketball game against Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. The Terrapins defeated the Hawkeyes 66-65.

Cook throws down monster alley-oop on inbounds play

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 14, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp #10 drives into traffic during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67.

Wieskamp prepped for first postseason as Hawkeyes take Chicago

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 13, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon attempts a 3-pointer during the Iowa/Northwestern men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, February 10, 2019.

Iowa basketball ditches Twitter in hopes of finding spark

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 12, 2019
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Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 11, 2019
Iowa's Alex Marinelli is awarded first in the 165-lb weight class during the fourth session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Sunday, March 10, 2019.

Marinelli uses knowledge from past matches in Big Ten title run

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 10, 2019
Iowa's 165-lb Alex Marinelli wrestles Ohio State's Te'Shan Campbell during the first session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Marinelli won by decision, 6-3.

Marinelli becomes Iowa’s 200th Big Ten champion

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 10, 2019
Iowa's 125-lb Spencer Lee wrestles Minnesota's Sean Russell during the second session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Lee won by major decision, 8-0.

Northwestern’s Rivera beats Lee in Big Ten finals

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 10, 2019
Iowa's 149-lb Pat Lugo wrestles Minnesota's Thomas Thorn during the third session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Sunday, March 10, 2019. Lugo won by decision, 6-4.

What happened, what’s next: Big Ten Championships Session 3

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 10, 2019
Iowa's 125-lb Spencer Lee wrestles Minnesota's Sean Russell during the second session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Lee won by major decision, 8-0.

Iowa wrestling’s Lee bounces back for Big Ten title match

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 9, 2019
Iowa's 133-lb Austin DeSanto wrestles Rutgers' Nick Suriano during the second session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Suriano won by decision, 6-3.

Seven Hawkeyes automatically qualify for NCAAs

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 9, 2019
Iowa's 184-lb Cash Wilcke wrestles Illinois' Emery Parker during the first session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Parker won by decision, 7-3.

Numbers behind Iowa wrestling’s Session 1 performance

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 9, 2019
Iowa's 165-lb Alex Marinelli wrestle's Ohio State's Te'Shan Campbell during the first session of the 2019 Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Marinelli won by decision, 6-3.

What happened, what’s next: Big Ten Championships Session 1

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 9, 2019
Tyler Cook (25) attempts a layup in a game against Wisconsin on March 7, 2019. The Badgers beat the Hawkeyes, 65-45.

Iowa’s offense goes cold in loss to Wisconsin

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 7, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon prepares to shoot the ball during men's basketball vs. Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 76-70.

Hawkeyes seek revenge against Badgers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 6, 2019
Iowa defensive line coach Reese Morgan talks with the Iowa defense during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football’s Morgan announces retirement

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 6, 2019
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Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 4, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson celebrates after drawing a foul while making a basket during an Iowa/Purdue women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 76-70.

Gustafson earns Big Ten Player of the Year

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 4, 2019
Iowa defensive end Anthony Nelson attempts to stop Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez' pass during the Iowa/Nebraska football game at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 31-28, with a last second field goal.

Nelson posts solid performance at NFL Combine

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 3, 2019
Addison Chung competes on the pommel horse during the meet against Nebraska at the UI Field House on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Chung took home a career best on this event with a 13.300. Iowa took the victory with a score of 406.500 over Nebraska with a score of 403.550.

Iowa men’s gymnastics completes return home with win over No. 7 Nebraska

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 3, 2019
Hawkeyes finish with school record on final day of Big Ten Championships

Hawkeyes finish with school record on final day of Big Ten Championships

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 3, 2019
Iowa pitcher Grant Judkins prepares to throw the ball during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye baseball tops ranked Cowboys with two close wins

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 2, 2019
Interim Iowa coach Andrew Francis watches from the sideline during a men's basketball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, March 2, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior night, fell to the Scarlet Knights, 86-72.

Iowa suffers tough loss in first game without McCaffery

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 2, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp drives to the rim during a men's basketball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, March 2, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior night, fell to the Scarlet Knights, 86-72.

Ruden: Iowa isn’t ready for March basketball

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 2, 2019
Iowa tight end Noah Fant (87) runs the ball during the Iowa/Maryland homecoming football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Fant, Hockenson impress at NFL Combine

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 2, 2019
Trenton Wallace celebrates during Iowa baseball vs. Northern Illinois at Banks Field on April 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes won the game 2-0. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball splits doubleheader with Oklahoma State

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
March 1, 2019
Iowa Head Coach Rick Heller questions the Home Plate Umpire during Iowa's Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State on Thursday, May 24, 2018. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 2-0. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye baseball leans on new faces to continue success against Cowboys

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
Iowa gymnast Nicole Chow performs on the uneven bars during a gymnastics meet against Rutgers on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 194.575 to 191.675.

GymHawks prep for Senior Night

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta (left) and Iowa men’s basketball head coach Fran McCaffery hold a press conference on Wednesday.

Barta, Dolphin, McCaffery speak about suspensions


Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery reacts to a call during the men's basketball game vs. Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 76-70.

Fran McCaffery suspended for two games

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 27, 2019
Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder claps during the women's basketball game vs. Maryland at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, February 17, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 86-73.

Bluder nominated for Naismith Award Coach of the Year

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 27, 2019
Iowa forward Ryan Kriener watches as Minnesota guard Amir Coffey shoots the ball during the men's basketball game vs. Minnesota at Williams Arena on Sunday, January 27, 2019.

Men’s basketball plans to shut down Buckeyes

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 25, 2019
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