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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.
Evan Greve's decisive save in a penalty shootout sends Iowa City Regina to the state championship, where they will face the winner of West Sioux and St. Albert.

Norwalk's boys soccer team secured a 2-0 victory over Xavier, advancing to the Class 3A state championship final.
Des Moines Hoover defeated Dallas Center-Grimes 1-0 in the Class 3A boys soccer state semifinal, with Isack Ramadhani scoring the only goal. The win sends Hoover to the state championship for the second time in three years, where they will meet No.5 Norwalk on June 5 at 12 p.m.

Bennett Stirtz gave up significant NIL money to join the University of Iowa, a decision that unlocked recruiting opportunities and helped the team reach the Elite Eight, while positioning him as a top NBA draft prospect.

The Pella Christian girls soccer team concluded their spring campaign with a 7-1 defeat to Des Moines Christian in the Class 1A Region Five Semifinals, yet the loss highlighted both the program's progress and the departure of key seniors.

The Cyclones enter 2026 with a 2.95 power rating, strong defensive metrics and a coaching staff that could bridge the rebuild gap.

Norwalk clinches its fourth consecutive Class 3A State Tournament appearance with a 4-0 win over Bondurant-Farrar, highlighted by Kralik's early and late goals and a late surge in the second half.

The Pella Christian boys soccer team secured a 1-0 victory over Burlington Notre Dame in the Class 1A Substate Five Championship, earning their first State Tournament bid since 2016. Senior Ben Van Wyngarden converted a penalty kick, and coach Mike Vander Molen praised the defensive effort.
Former Iowa State star Milan Momcilovic has officially withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft, electing to remain in college basketball and stay in the transfer portal.
Purdue finished 37-20, led UCLA 3-1 in the eighth inning before a 4-3 loss, and missed the NCAA field despite a dominant Big Ten run.

Top scorers and goalkeepers from across Iowa’s high school soccer ranks are highlighted as the state tournament approaches, with award criteria rooted in goals, assists and defensive contributions.

Recent victories have boosted the Boone girls' soccer team's confidence, and Coach Ollie Johnston is gearing up for a unique doubleheader against Newton, using the first game to shape the second.
Iowa State confirmed that running back Salahdin Allah will miss the entire 2026 campaign after a torn Achilles tendon, adding to a series of setbacks for the program.