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The Virginia Tech men's basketball team will meet Iowa on Nov. 10 at the Tyson Events Center, a game that underscores a dominant series history and adds a new chapter to the teams' NCAA rivalry.
A detailed look at how incoming transfers, a wave of freshmen and a strategic addition at tailback position Iowa State football for a breakthrough season.
A look at the Iowa-born athletes who dominated high school and college play, earned NBA championships, and left a lasting mark on the sport.
Iowa State's basketball program has transformed from a modest outfit into an NBA talent factory, driven by savvy coaching, community-backed NIL deals and a pipeline of future draftees.
The Iowa Yellow Jackets clinched their first state football championship in 2025, delivering a 50‑43 win over the North DeSoto Griffins and celebrating a milestone for the community.
Bennett Stirtz is projected to be selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder after a standout college season that showcased his playmaking and shooting.
Starting in 2027, the women's tournament will be held in St. Louis, joining the men's event and introducing a new format that grants byes to the top two teams.
Iowa State University will begin selling beer and wine inside its flagship venues, ending a historic no‑re‑entry rule and sparking conversation about the future of college‑sport traditions.
A historic recruiting class and a streak of March Madness appearances mark a new era for the Cyclones under T.J. Otzelberger.
Facing financial strain, Iowa State will begin selling alcoholic beverages at its major sports venues, earmarking the new revenue for education, wellness, and safety enhancements.
Iowa State University is introducing alcohol sales at Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum to address financial pressures in college athletics, implementing strict age verification, purchase limits, and designated sales areas while allocating proceeds to education, wellness, and public safety initiatives.
Austin Watson’s second season with the Griffins combined offensive production with a league‑leading penalty count, highlighting a year of milestones and resilience.
A look at how time of possession, turnover margin and yards after catch are driving the Hawkeyes’ strategy heading into the next season.
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.
An analysis of Iowa's time of possession, turnover margin and yards after catch reveals how the Hawkeyes are shaping a strategy that could redefine their competitiveness in the upcoming season
Michigan State expects up to five players to be drafted in the first round, highlighted by defenseman Chase Reid’s top‑five projection and his impressive junior statistics.
The Cyclones will field a markedly different squad next year after losing Joshua Jefferson, Nate Heise, Tamin Lipsey and Momcilovic, with transfers like JaQuan Johnson expected to lead the offense.
The PCM baseball team edged Grand View Christian 7‑4, while the softball team fell 2‑1 in extra innings, leaving both squads with momentum heading into their next matchup.
Dwayle Smith, a 5‑foot‑11, 175‑pound defensive back from Saint Frances Academy, announced his commitment to Iowa on June 19, marking the first verbal pledge in the university's 2028 recruiting haul.
Dwayle Smith, a defensive back from Saint Frances Academy, pledged to Iowa, becoming the first commitment in the 2028 Hawkeyes recruiting class.
With key departures and new transfers, the Cyclones must address perimeter shooting and size while integrating fresh talent.
The fifth annual Who's Next High School Basketball Combine will be held at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, featuring more than 100 athletes from South Dakota and neighboring states. Organized by Sanford Sports Academy supervisor Nate Kaeding, the event offers skill development drills, live competitions, and direct exposure to college coaches from Division II and NAIA programs. Participation costs $60 plus tax and includes a branded jersey. The showcase is especially valuable for girls due to earlier recruiting timelines and for boys in the critical 17U recruiting period.
A new coaching era brings optimism, but a demanding schedule and late‑game miscues pose significant hurdles for the Wolverines.
From the roar of the crowd to the triumph over Kansas and Houston, a high school senior recounts the electric atmosphere at Iowa State's Hilton Coliseum and the people who made it possible.