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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.
Bennett Stirtz gave up significant NIL money to join Iowa, prioritizing team success and helping the Hawkeyes reach their first Elite Eight in nearly 40 years while positioning himself as a first‑round NBA prospect.
A rising Iowa high school lineman has accepted his first collegiate scholarship, while the university grapples with replacing three departing NFL prospects.
A talented interior lineman and state shot put medalist, James Barnett is making early waves in his recruitment, drawing attention from Division I programs and aligning with Iowa's plans to rebuild its offensive front.
The University of Iowa announced its 2026 field hockey slate, featuring 17 games, a nine‑game home slate at Grant Field, and a season‑opening series in North Carolina.
Connor McCaffery’s latest coaching appointment with the G League’s Noblesville Boom ties his professional path to his personal life in Indiana, where Caitlin Clark continues to shine.
Iowa’s offensive line coach George Barnett continues to attract elite talent, as four‑star Caleb Johnson, ranked No. 2 in Indiana and No. 22 nationally, tours Iowa City amid a recruiting class that already boasts ten commitments.
Megan Gustafson, a former Iowa basketball star, scored her 800th WNBA point this week, highlighting a career‑best season with the Portland Fire and setting up a high‑profile matchup against Caitlin Clark.
A tragic bus accident that killed teammate Carter Johnson left Jaxon Hermann with multiple fractures and internal injuries, yet the young athlete remains steadfast in his goal to resume play and reach the Division I level.
Nebraska football has released the kickoff times for four early 2026 games, outlining broadcast partners and early matchups that will shape the Huskers' schedule.
The University of Iowa and the University of Connecticut have announced a home‑and‑home women's basketball series for the 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons, featuring a rematch of the 2024 Final Four victory that marked Coach Lisa Bluder's final win before retirement.
The Iowa Hawkeyes and the University of Connecticut Huskies announced a two-year home-and-home series, featuring games at Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Storrs, with dates and broadcast details pending.
With the season opener looming, Iowa's coaching staff is keeping a tight lid on who will start at quarterback, even as ESPN places Jeremy Hecklinski in a low national tier.
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.
The 2026 Cy-Hawk game will see Jimmy Rogers leading Iowa State against a favored Iowa squad in Iowa City on September 12.
Iowa and Iowa State are poised to discuss the future of their historic Cy-Hawk football rivalry as the FBS Oversight Committee considers a sweeping change to the college football calendar.
A detailed look at Iowa State’s ambitious non‑conference schedule, marquee matchups, and the storylines that could shape the team’s early season.
Bria Medina, the all‑time leading scorer at Knox College, is set to trade the intimate setting of a 50‑person crowd for the roar of 15,000 fans in Iowa City, as she joins the Hawkeyes for her final year of eligibility.
The 2025 Big Ten Baseball Tournament introduces a bold structural shift, blending direct quarterfinal seeding with double‑elimination pathways, while Nebraska aims to extend its recent dominance.
The Hawkeyes' recent Elite Eight run has led to the purchase of the very court that witnessed their breakthrough, setting the stage for a renovated arena and continued growth under Coach Ben McCollum.
Gretchen Dolan, a key veteran for the University of Illinois women’s basketball team, is set to return after a torn right meniscus in the 2025‑26 season. Her health will be pivotal for the Illini’s offense, defense, and overall competitiveness in the upcoming 2026 campaign.
The 2026 College GameDay schedule kicks off in Baton Rouge, where LSU will host Clemson. Meanwhile, the Hawkeyes' schedule features multiple matchups that could draw the ESPN crew, with Michigan, Ohio State, and Wisconsin emerging as the most plausible candidates.
Iowa announced on May 11 that head coach Ben McCollum’s contract has been extended through April 30, 2032, adding a year to his previous agreement and guaranteeing a salary that climbs to $4.85 million in the final year.
Veteran coach Tom Moore, a Hawkeye alumnus and four‑time Super Bowl champion, has been appointed senior consultant and offensive advisor to the Iowa Hawkeyes, where he will work with emerging talents such as Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown.