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After a standout volunteer stint at the Iowa Baseball Camp for the Deaf and a silver‑medal finish in Taiwan, Bo Gerbracht has been selected for the U.S. squad heading to Kanagawa this November.
Junior Bo Gerbracht, a Central College pitcher with profound hearing loss, has been selected for the USA Deaf Baseball Team heading to the World Deaf Baseball Championships in Japan this November.
Central College junior Bo Gerbracht, a pitcher with profound hearing loss, has been selected for the USA Deaf Baseball Team heading to the World Deaf Baseball Championships in Japan this November.
After seven years at the helm of Iowa State women's soccer, Coach Matt Fannon will retire following the 2026 season, citing family considerations and gratitude for his time at the university.
Barack Obama appears alongside Josh Turek on a basketball court, using the setting to promote the candidate’s Senate bid against Ashley Hinson, while also highlighting his broader strategy of backing key races before the 2026 midterms.
Iowa State Treasurer Roby Smith is urging the public to help locate the families of original owners of sports memorabilia discovered in abandoned safety deposit boxes, including a baseball signed by Pete Rose and other members of the Cincinnati Reds’ famed “Big Red Machine.”
State Treasurer Roby Smith is urging Iowans to check the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt after a cache of sports memorabilia, including a Pete Rose-autographed baseball, was uncovered in unclaimed safety deposit boxes.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup proved that soccer can capture American viewers at scale, and now the U.S. Open Cup sees an opportunity to ride that wave, but only if scheduling, broadcast and participation challenges are addressed.
Indianola’s 9‑6 win over Pleasant Valley marked the first state baseball championship in school history, highlighted by early dominance, a sixth‑inning rally and a home run that sealed the victory.
The NASCAR Cup Series, the NASCAR Truck Series and the ARCA Menards Series will converge on Iowa Speedway for a three‑day weekend that begins on August 7 and culminates on August 9.
The Crimson Tide will open the season with a five‑game home stretch in November, then travel to the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas as part of a 14‑game non‑conference schedule.
After losing key contributors, Iowa State turns to the transfer portal, landing Leon Bond III, a 6‑5 wing whose defensive versatility and scoring prowess promise to reshape the lineup.
Indianola begins its postseason at the Shull Athletic Complex, facing Des Moines North in a matchup that highlights the Indians' historic winning streaks and the Polar Bears' fight for a rare victory.
EA Sports' upcoming College Football 27 launches July 9 with a $69.99 price tag, featuring Iowa's updated rating and a roster of cover athletes.
Augsburg University announced the appointment of Zach Stepan as its new men’s hockey head coach, citing his extensive junior‑level coaching résumé, playing pedigree and family connections in hockey.
As USA TODAY marks the nation’s 250th anniversary, Iowa’s top female basketball players are highlighted for their historic scoring feats, community impact, and lasting influence on the game.
The Knoxville baseball team rolled past Pella Christian 14-0, highlighted by a six-run burst from the first six batters and a three-run homer from Jessen Ferguson.
The latest 247Sports rankings spotlight Iowa's growing influence in the 2027 class, with commitments from high‑profile prospects and a series of visits that could reshape the roster.
The University of Iowa revealed its non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 campaign, featuring home matchups with Towson and Vanderbilt, a road test at Drake, and a two‑year home‑and‑home series with UConn.
The Hawkeyes have announced a slate of nonconference games that includes early‑season home games, a trip to Des Moines, and a multi‑year series with the Huskies, highlighting both local talent and national exposure.
The Wildcats are leveraging a seven‑hour recruiting radius that spans major Midwestern cities, landing high‑profile commitments that could reshape the 2027 roster.
The Cyclones' latest recruiting surge features a dynamic shift for Blake Moser, who will trade the quarterback position for wide receiver, adding a new dimension to Iowa State's offense.
Des Moines Hoover edged Norwalk 4‑3 in a Class 3A thriller, while Waukee Northwest, Iowa City Regina and a postponed Class 2A final secured victories at Mediacom Stadium.
Three of the four title matches are confirmed as the tournament navigates weather‑related postponements across classes.