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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
Iowa's Tanner Wetrich throws the ball during a game against the Iowa Valley League All Stars on Tuesday July 25, 2017. The Hawkeyes won 7-3. (Elle May/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye baseball leaves Hawaii with series draw

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 24, 2019
Iowa infielder Tanner Wetrich swings at the pitch 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)

Iowa baseball takes series lead at Hawaii

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 24, 2019
Iowa swimmer Allyssa Fluit swims the 200 freestyle during a swim meet against the University of Northern Iowa and Western Illinois University on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019.

Hawkeye swimming finishes 10th at Big Tens

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 24, 2019
Iowa's Mitchell Boe watches as the ball bounces off the wall for a double during the NCAA baseball game between Iowa and Penn State at Duane Banks Field on Friday, May 18. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 9-1. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball drops series opener to Hawaii

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 23, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza defends against Indiana guard Rob Phinisee during men's basketball vs. Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 76-70. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Garza bounces back in Iowa’s overtime win over Indiana

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 22, 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.

Hellerball seeking to strike out Hawaii

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 21, 2019
Iowa Wrestler #5 Jacob Warner grapples with Maryland Wrestler Niko Cappello in the 197lb weight class during a wrestling dual meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019. Warner won via tech fall 24-9 and the Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 48-0.

Warner looks to continue hot streak against Oklahoma State

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 20, 2019
Hawkeye magic ends with rough offensive performance against Maryland

Hawkeye magic ends with rough offensive performance against Maryland

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 19, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook drives to the basket during the Iowa/Northwestern men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, February 10, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 80-79.

Hawkeyes prep for big battle with Terrapins

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 18, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp looks to pass the ball during the Iowa/Northwestern men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, February 10, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 80-79. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s basketball continues to show clutch gene

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 17, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon #3 pushes the ball up court during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67.

Hawkeye men’s basketball tries to keep Big Ten winning streak intact against Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 14, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson looks to the basket during the Iowa/Illinois women's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, February 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 88-66.

Hawkeye women dominate inside, top Illinois

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 14, 2019
University of Iowa baseball player Chris Whelan rounds second during a game against Penn State University on Saturday, May 19, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 8-4.

Iowa baseball’s Whelan takes on leadership role

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 12, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon #3 pushes the ball up court during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67.

Hawkeyes show improvement from last season in close wins

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 11, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon celebrates with teammates after scoring the winning 3-pointer the Iowa/Northwestern men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, February 10, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 80-79.

Iowa tops Northwestern with 15-point comeback

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 10, 2019
Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks with a photographer before kickoff of the New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday, Dec. 27. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa AD Barta appointed to College Football Playoff Selection Committee

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 8, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots a 3 while being covered by Ohio State guard Andrew Dakich during an Iowa/Ohio State men's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018.

Bohannon, Cook help Hawkeyes top Hoosiers on the road

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 7, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz answers a question during a press conference in Tampa, Florida on Saturday, December 29, 2018.

Ferentz talks Iowa football’s 2019 recruiting class

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 6, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza attempts a shot during the Iowa/Michigan men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes took down the No. 5 ranked Wolverines, 74-59.

Luka Garza, road defense key for Iowa

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 5, 2019
Iowa's Austin DeSantos wrestles Rutgers' Nick Suriano at 133 during the Iowa/Rutgers wrestling meet at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, January 18, 2019.

Iowa wrestling’s DeSanto suspended for one match

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 5, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson attempts a shot during the Iowa/Purdue women's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 72-58.

Gustafson shatters Big Ten record with 20th Player of the Week honor

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 4, 2019
Iowa forward Joe Wieskamp reacts after making a layup during the Iowa/Michigan men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes took down the No. 5 ranked Wolverines, 74-59.

Wieskamp bounces back in Iowa’s signature win over No. 5 Michigan

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 1, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza looks to attempt a shot during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 95-71.

Iowa looks to get back in win column against Big Ten-leading Michigan

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
February 1, 2019
Infielder Brayden Frazier hits a ball during Iowa's game against Ontario Blue Jays at Duane Banks Field on September 21, 2018.

Breaking down the Iowa baseball roster

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 30, 2019
Iowa guard Isaiah Moss jumps for a lay-up during the men's basketball game vs. Minnesota at Williams Arena on Sunday, January 27, 2019. The Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 92-87.

Moss excels, but Hawkeyes fall short in battle at the Barn

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 27, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook #25 and Michigan State forward Kenny Goins #25 fight for the ball during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67.

Beyond the Buzzer Podcast: Episode 4

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley
January 25, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza #55 throws up a shot during a basketball game against Michigan State on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 82-67. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Cook, Garza produce in the paint, but Hawkeyes fall short

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 24, 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.

Wieskamp shines early in freshman campaign

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 22, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp attempts a shot during the Iowa/Illinois men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, January 20, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 95-71.

Wieskamp named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 21, 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. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 95-71.

Wieskamp, Moss lead 3-point shootout for Hawkeyes

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 20, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon celebrates after Iowa's game against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on December 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 98-84.

Beyond the Buzzer Podcast: Episode 3

Pete Ruden and Adam Hensley
January 18, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook drives to the net during a men's basketball matchup between Ohio State and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, January 12, 2019.

Hawkeyes prepare for Illinois, Cook’s return

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 17, 2019
Joe Wieskamp and Luka Garza block a shot by Penn State's Lamar Stevens. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 89-82.

Hawkeyes avoid upset, beat Nittany Lions on the road

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 16, 2019
Trainers tend to Iowa forward Tyler Cook during a men's basketball matchup between Ohio State and Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, January 12, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 72-62.

Iowa in need of increased production after Cook injury

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 14, 2019
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson scores on a fake field goal during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

Hockenson declares for NFL Draft

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 14, 2019
Iowa defensive end Anthony Nelson attempts to bring down Nebraska running back Maurice Washington 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.

Anthony Nelson to forgo senior season, enter NFL Draft

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 7, 2019
Iowa defensive back Amani Hooker tackles Mississippi State running back Aeris Williams during the Outback Bowl game between Iowa and Mississippi State at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 27-22.

Amani Hooker declares for NFL Draft

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 5, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook dunks the ball during the Iowa/Guilford College basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Quakers, 103-46. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa loses big at Purdue, drops to 0-3 in Big Ten

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
January 3, 2019
San Francisco 49ers' George Kittle (85) makes a catch against Jacksonville Jaguars' Barry Church (42) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017 in Santa Clara, California.

Former Hawkeye Kittle breaks NFL, 49ers records in season finale

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 30, 2018
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. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Megan Gustafson breaks Hawkeye scoring record

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 30, 2018
Iowa forward Tyler Cook goes up for a basket during the mens basketball game against Bryant University on Saturday, December 29, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs 72-67. (Wyatt Dlouhy/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s hoops survives scare from Bryant

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 29, 2018
Hawkeye men tame Tigers with 3-point shooting

Hawkeye men tame Tigers with 3-point shooting

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 22, 2018
Iowa's Jordan Bohannon guards UNI's A.J. Green during the Iowa/UNI men's basketball game at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 77-54. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes display defensive dominance in win over Panthers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 15, 2018
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Dec. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 98-84.

Hawkeye men’s hoops readies for final Hy-Vee Classic battle against Panthers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 13, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Iowa football report card: Quarterbacks

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 13, 2018
Iowa's T.J. Hockenson misses a pass during the Iowa/Minnesota football game at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 48-31.

Iowa football report card: Wide receivers and tight ends

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 12, 2018
Iowa's Kevin Ward (26) holds up the New Era Pinstripe Bowl trophy after the Hawkeyes beat Boston College in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday, Dec. 27. The Hawkeyes went on to win 27-20.

Iowa football will try to establish postseason winning streak

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 12, 2018
Iowa State quarterback Kyle Kempt gets sacked by Iowa linebacker Nick Niemann during the Iowa/Iowa State football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 13-3.

Iowa football report cards: Linebackers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 11, 2018
Iowa offensive lineman Keegan Render waits at the line of scrimmage during the Iowa/Maryland homecoming football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Iowa football report card: Offensive line

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 10, 2018
Former Hawkeye George Kittle nearly breaks NFL record

Former Hawkeye George Kittle nearly breaks NFL record

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 9, 2018
Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl catches a pass during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on December 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 98-84.(Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa shows fight in feisty win over Iowa State

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 6, 2018
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson walks back onto the field after an incomplete pass during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson wins John Mackey Award

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 5, 2018
Iowa linebacker Aaron Mends blocks Maryland punt kicker Nicolas Pritchard as he attempts a punt return during the game against Maryland in Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 31, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins to stay undefeated, 31-15. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock)

Iowa linebacker Mends to pursue graduate transfer

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 3, 2018
Iowa forward Tyler Cook jumps for the rebound during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on November 30, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Badgers 72-66.

Iowa men’s basketball looks to move on after first loss

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 2, 2018
Sam Stoll walks off the mat defeating Iowa State's Gannon Gremmel 5-1 during Iowa's dual meet against Iowa State in Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, December 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 19-18. (Wyatt Dlouhy/The Daily Iowan)

Stoll’s return boosts Hawkeye wrestling to Cy-Hawk victory

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
December 1, 2018
Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta watches on during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime.(Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Gary Dolphin to remain with Iowa men’s basketball, Barta says

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 30, 2018
Iowa tight end Noah Fant celebrates as he crosses the goal line in the first quarter of a football game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Satruday, Sep. 15, 2018. At halftime, the Hakeyes led the Panthers 21-0. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Noah Fant to skip senior season, enter NFL Draft

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 30, 2018
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gives a postgame inerview after Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, November 23, 2018. Ferentz was bleeding during his interview after being accidentally head--butted by quarterback Nate Stanley during post game celebrations. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Kirk Ferentz to appear on Barstool Sports’ “Pardon My Take”

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 29, 2018
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery looks on during Iowa's game against Alabama State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, November 21, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hornets 105-78

Fran McCaffery responds to Dolphin comments

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 29, 2018
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson celebrates picking up a crucial first down during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Hockenson, Fant highlight Hawkeye presence in All-Big Ten offense

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 28, 2018
Iowa's Jordan Bohannon drives to the basket during the Iowa/Pittsburgh basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018. The Hawkeyes narrowly defeated the Panthers, 69-68.

Bohannon, Wieskamp lead Iowa’s 3-point barrage

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 27, 2018
Iowa's Kaleb Young points towards Iowa's bench after pinning Purdue's Griffin Parriott in 3:22 during Iowa's dual meet against Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated Boilermakers, 26-9.

Kaleb Young snags Big Ten honor

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 27, 2018
Iowa's Michael Kemerer defeats Oklahoma State's Jonce Blaylock 9-2 in the 157-pound weight class during the NCAA wrestling meet between Iowa and Oklahoma State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 14. The #7 ranked Hawkeyes beat the #3 ranked Cowboys 20-12. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Kemerer to miss 2018-19 season after surgery

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 27, 2018
Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa (94) sacks Wisconsin quarterback Alex Hornibrook (12) during the game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Badgers 38-14.

Iowa football churns out solid numbers despite falling short of preseason goals

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Northwestern wide receiver Riley Lees jumps over Iowa defensive back Josh Turner during the Iowa/Northwestern game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 10, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa defensive back Josh Turner announces intent to transfer

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Iowa forward Megan Gustafson #10 adjusts her headband during a break in play during a women's basketball game against Oral Roberts University on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Eagles 90-77.

Gustafson nabs third consecutive Big Ten weekly honor

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Iowa defensive end Anthony Nelson attempts to bring down Nebraska running back Maurice Washington 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.

Anthony Nelson earns Big Ten recognition

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp dribbles the ball during Iowa's game against Alabama State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wed. Nov. 21, 2018.

Iowa men’s hoops destroys Alabama State, 105-78

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 21, 2018
Iowa offensive linemen Tristian Wirfs warms up during a summer camp practice at the outdoor practice facility on Monday, Aug. 7, 2017.

One-on-one with Hawkeye lineman Tristan Wirfs

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 21, 2018
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson walks back onto the field after an incomplete pass during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Hockenson, Espenesa honored following Iowa’s thrashing of Illinois

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 19, 2018
Iowa's #1 ranked Spencer Lee grapples with Princeton's #14 ranked Patrick Glory in a 125-lb weight class bout at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018. Lee won via Technical Fall, 17-2. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Spencer Lee shines in Iowa wrestling’s home-opener

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 16, 2018
Iowa long snapper Tyler Kluver makes a reception off of a trick play on fourth down during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017.

3 former Iowa football players present new Hawkeye podcast

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 16, 2018
Iowa forward Ryan Kriener dunks the ball during the Iowa/Guilford College basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Quakers, 103-46.

Hawkeye men’s hoops silences Ducks in New York

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 15, 2018
The Iowa offensive line squares up against the Northwestern defense during a game against Northwestern University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

Iowa football looks to improve run while getting back to the basics

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 13, 2018
Iowa guard Maishe Dailey (1) looks for an open pass around Wisconsin's T.J. Schlundt (20) during the NCAA men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes are going into the game with a conference record of 1-7. Iowa went on to defeat Wisconsin 85-67.

Dailey set to lead Iowa men’s basketball defensively

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 12, 2018
FILE - Iowa runner Nathan Mylenek competes during the distance medley during a track meet in the Iowa Recreation Building on Friday, Jan. 27, 2017.

Hawkeye cross-country’s Nathan Mylenek qualifies for NCAAs

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 11, 2018
Iowa’s Luka Garza shoots a jumper at the beginning of the first half during the Iowa Vs. Green Bay basketball game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Phoenix, 93-83 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Iowa continues its undefeated record next week against No.14 Oregon.

Garza, Baer lead Iowa hoops past Green Bay

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 11, 2018
Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) runs the ball against Wisconsin in the first half on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Kirthmon F. Dozier/Detroit Free Press/TNS)

College Football Week 11: Michigan sits atop the Big Ten

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 9, 2018
Hawkeye basketball shines on defense in season-opener

Hawkeye basketball shines on defense in season-opener

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 8, 2018
Iowa's Jordan Bohannon is guarded by Iowa State's Donovan Jackson during the Iowa Corn CyHawk Series men's basketball game at Hilton Coliseum in Ames on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 84-78.

Iowa men’s basketball set to share in season-opener

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 8, 2018
Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby (2) and quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) congratulate each other after the game as the Green Bay Packers beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-31 in the NFL Divisional Playoff game on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Rodger Mallison/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS)

Ruden: It’s time to legalize sports betting in Iowa

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 6, 2018
Iowa forward Megan Gustafson attempts a shot during the Iowa/Penn State basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018.

Gustafson earns place on Wooden Award Watch List

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 6, 2018
Iowa tight end Noah Fant breaks free from an attempted tackle by Purdue cornerback Kenneth Major during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Saturday, November 3, 2018. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 38-36.

Hawkeye offense shows improvement in loss to Boilermakers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 4, 2018
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp drives to the hoop during the Iowa/Guilford College basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Quakers, 103-46. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Wieskamp shows potential in exhibition win over Guilford

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 4, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Hawkeyes fall to Boilermakers, hurting Big Ten Championship hopes

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 3, 2018
Iowa guard Kathleen Doyle drives to the hoop during the Iowa/Creighton NCAA tournament first round basketball game at Pauley Pavilion on UCLA's campus in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 17, 2018. The Bluejays defeated the Hawkeyes, 76-70.

Iowa guard Kathleen Doyle out with broken hand

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
November 2, 2018
Purdue quarterback David Blough throws the ball during the Iowa v. Purdue football game at Ross–Ade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016. The Iowa Hawkeyes beat the Purdue Boilermakers 49-35.

By the numbers: Purdue

Pete Ruden, [email protected]
November 1, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa/Maryland homecoming football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Iowa’s offense attempts to step up in close

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 30, 2018
Iowa forward Tyler Cook looks to pass the ball against Indiana University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. The Hoosiers defeated the Hawkeyes 84 to 82.

Iowa basketball set to improve on stats

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 30, 2018
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent gets tackled on the sideline during a football game between Iowa and Maryland in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent sparks Hawkeye run game

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 29, 2018
Iowa guard Makenzie Meyer looks to the hoop during the Iowa/Arkansas-Pine Bluff basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Lions, 85-45.

Makenzie Meyer

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 29, 2018
Iowa defensive back Geno Stone smiles on the sideline after recovering an onside kick during an NCAA football game between Iowa and Illinois in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 45-16. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-One with Hawkeye safety Geno Stone

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 25, 2018
Iowa defensive end Parker Hesse tackles Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson during the game between Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017.

Iowa football’s defensive line remains strong, steady

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 22, 2018
Iowa forward Megan Gustafson attempts a shot during the Iowa/Creighton NCAA tournament first round basketball game at Pauley Pavilion on UCLA's campus in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 17, 2018. The Bluejays defeated the Hawkeyes, 76-70. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Gustafson named Big Ten Preseason Player of the Year

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 22, 2018
Indiana defensive back Issac James prepares to tackle Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes beat the Hoosiers 42-16.

One-on-One with Hawkeye wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 18, 2018
Maryland running back Ty Johnson (6) returns a kickoff 65 yards for a touchdown past Ohio State kicker Sean Nuernberger (96) at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on October 7, 2017.

Ranked Hawkeyes aim to stop Terrapin ground attack

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 18, 2018
Iowa tight end Noah Fant catches a touchdown during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes lead the Hoosiers 21-10 at the half. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Fant, Hockenson share Tight End of the Week honor

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 17, 2018
Indiana linebacker Reakwon Jones runs toward Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes beat the Hoosiers 42-16.

Hawkeye offense shows improvement halfway through season

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 14, 2018
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws on the run during Iowa's game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 42-16.

Iowa QB Nate Stanley earns Walter Camp Player of the Week honors

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
October 14, 2018
Iowa tight end Noah Fant runs after a catch during Iowa's game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 42-16.

Balanced Hawkeye offense leads Iowa in dominant win over Indiana

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
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