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

The Daily Iowan
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gestures to his coaching staff during an open spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Iowa football team’s first game is August 30 against Albany at Kinnick.
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen exits the court following a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 14 Wisconsin at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 81-54. Olsen broke 2000 career points and finished the night with 19 points, going 3-4 on 3-point attempts.
Iowa infielder Ben Wilmes celebrates with his teammates during a men's baseball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium in Iowa City on April 12, 2025. Wilmes earned one run and two hits. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 11-6.
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Football
Photo illustration of a football in the grass.
Point/Counterpoint | Which team won this year’s NFL draft?
Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker and Iowa offensive lineman Mason Richman during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.
How each Iowa football draft selection fits with their new NFL teams
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gestures to his coaching staff during an open spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Iowa football team’s first game is August 30 against Albany at Kinnick.
Purdue transfer safety Ty Hudkins commits to Iowa football
Iowa defensive backs Koen Entringer (4), Kael Kolarik (26), and Zach Lutmer (6), scrimmage during an open spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Iowa football team’s first game is August 30 against Albany.
Iowa football secondary shines during open spring practice
The Iowa team huddles during an open spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Iowa football team’s first game is August 30 against Albany.
Photos: 2025 Iowa football spring practice
Wrestling
Head coach Clarissa Chun answers questions during the second annual Iowa women’s wrestling media day in the Feller Club Room at the Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Oct. 15, 2024.
Iowa women’s wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun named 2024 USA Wrestling Women’s Coach of the Year
Iowa 160-pound No. 1 Kennedy Blades smiles during an interview after session four of the National College Women’s Wrestling Championship at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The Hawkeyes scored 201.5 team points, securing their second consecutive NCWWC National Championship.
Three Iowa women’s wrestlers claim first place at U.S. Open in Las Vegas
Iowa 160-pound No. 1 Kennedy Blades has her hand raised after defeating Colorado Mesa University Gretchen Donally during session two of the National College Women’s Wrestling Championship at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Friday, March 7, 2025. 2025 marks the last year before Iowa transitions to the NCAA tournament with it’s first year sanctioned being 2026.
Iowa standout women’s wrestler Kennedy Blades named 2025 USA Wrestling Women’s College Wrestler of the Year
Iowa No.11 285-pound Ben Kueter walks out to face Northwestern 285-pound Dirk Morley during a mens wrestling dual between the No.3 Iowa Hawkeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 16. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 37-3 in a dominating performance, winning nine out of ten matches. Kueter defeated Morley 20-4.
Opinion | A look at where Iowa men’s wrestling is and where it’s going
The Iowa women’s wrestling cheers during a Iowa Duals II at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2024. Iowa defeated Augustana College and no. 4 Grand Valley State, 44-1 and 35-7, respectively.
Opinion | Iowa women’s wrestling is a dynasty in the making
Men's Basketball
Newly hired Iowa Men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum speaks at a press conference at Carver Hawkeye area on March 25, 2025. McCollum is an Iowa City native and held previous coaching jobs at Northwest Missouri State and Drake. His coaching record is 426–95. Wyatt Goodale Daily Iowan.
Ben McCollum’s contract details released
Newly hired Iowa Men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum speaks at a press conference at Carver Hawkeye area on March 25, 2025. McCollum is an Iowa City native and held previous coaching jobs at Northwest Missouri State and Drake. His coaching record is 426–95. Wyatt Goodale Daily Iowan.
Iowa men’s basketball lands previous Drake recruit Tate Sage following Ben McCollum’s arrival
Newly hired Iowa Men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum speaks at a press conference at Carver Hawkeye area on March 25, 2025. McCollum is an Iowa City native and held previous coaching jobs at Northwest Missouri State and Drake. His coaching record is 426–95. Wyatt Goodale Daily Iowan.
Iowa men’s basketball to play in 2025 Acrisure Series
Mar 21, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Robert Morris Colonials forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) plays the ball defense day Alabama Crimson Tide guard Chris Youngblood (8) in the second half during the NCAA Tournament First Round at Rocket Arena.
Iowa men’s basketball lands commitment from Alvaro Folgueiras
The NCAA logo is seen during a tennis match between No. 31 Iowa and No. 22 UCLA at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex in Iowa City on Friday, April 11, 2025.
Point/Counterpoint | Should college transfers sit out for a year?
Women's Basketball
Young Fever fans pose for a portrait before an Indiana Fever preseason matchup against the Brazilian women’s national team at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on May 4. Former Hawkeye Caitlin Clark scored 16 points during the game.
Caitlin Clark entertains frenzy of fans in Carver homecoming
Indiana guard Caitlin Clark goes up for a logo three during a preseason women’s basketball game between the Indiana Fever and the Brazil National Team at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The three-point shot was taken beyond her all-time scoring record-breaking shot. The Fever defeated the Brazilian National Team 108-44.
The encore that was the Caitlin Clark show
Young Fever fans pose for a portrait before an Indiana Fever preseason matchup against the Brazilian women’s national team at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on May 4. Former Hawkeye Caitlin Clark scored 16 points during the game.
Photos: Fans tailgate and arrive before the Indiana Fever vs. Brazilian National Team game
Watch timelapse of fans entering Carver-Hawkeye arena for Caitlin Clark's homecoming
Watch timelapse of fans entering Carver-Hawkeye arena for Caitlin Clark’s homecoming
A grid of fans posing for portraits before a preseason women’s basketball game between the Indiana Fever and the Brazil National Team at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The Fever defeated the Brazilian National Team 108-44.
Photos: Indiana Fever vs. Brazil National Team
Iowa Heartlanders
Iowa forward Zach White carries the puck up the ice during a hockey match between Iowa and Wheeling at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. The Nailers defeated the Heartlanders, 6-4.
Zach White: The Iowa Heartlanders’ determined, unselfish forward
Iowa Heartlanders notebook | Franchise emphasizing defense in search of first road win
Iowa Heartlanders defenseman Kevin McKernan providing veteran presence
Iowa Heartlanders down Cincinnati Cyclones in overtime thriller
Photos: Iowa Heartlanders hockey vs. Cincinnati Cyclones
Swimming
University of Iowa swimmers await the start of the Hawkeye Invitational Meet at the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Iowa competed against Kansas, Nebraska, Northern Iowa, San Diego State, Arkansas, Colorado State, Illinois, and Iowa State. Iowa finished fifth overall with 879 points and three champions.
From reinstating to rebuilding | How the Iowa women’s swimming and diving team carries on a legacy
Iowa’s Olivia Swalley talks introduction to swimming, importance of swim caps
Four Iowa divers qualify for NCAA Zone Diving Championships
Iowa women’s swim and dive team secures second place, shatters records at Hawkeye Invitational
Photos: 2023 Swim and Dive Hawkeye Invitational
Women's Gymnastics
A foam pit and balance beams are seen during the grand opening ceremony of the Nagle-Duda Gymnastic & Spirit Squads Training Center in Iowa City on Thursday, April 10, 2025. The facility was finished in 2024 and sits across the street from the women’s soccer facility on Prairie Meadow Drive.
Iowa continues to invest in women’s gymnastics
UI athletics dedicates Nagle-Duda Gymnastics & Spirit Squads Training Center
Iowa women’s gymnastics closes season out at NCAA Regional in Tuscaloosa
Iowa women’s gymnastics flies high with boost from Emily Erb
Iowa first-year gymnast Auriéle Tran continues stellar freshman campaign against Iowa State
Pregame
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates during an NCAA Tournament Second Round game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 8 West Virginia at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, March 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mountaineers, 64-54.
Indiana guard Caitlin Clark takes a shot during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Indiana Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis on Aug. 24. The Lynx defeated the Fever, 90-80.
Portraits of Matthew Riedl (left) and Tanner Henningsen (right).
Iowa fans watch the NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at The Airliner on Sunday, April 7, 2024. South Carolina defeated Iowa 87-75.
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