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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Students present a personalized NIL strategy to Iowa diver Makayla Hughbanks during the NIL: Simulated Agency Experience course, instructed by Daniel Matheson, in the English-Philosophy Building on April 29, 2025. This course teaches students about name, image, and likeness (NIL) and what it’s like to represent college athletes in NIL deals through a simulated agency environment.

UI’s new course offers students a chance to learn more about NIL

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter April 29, 2025

After decades of begging, arguing, and even some then-illegal activity, college athletes finally got what they so desperately wanted — and surely deserved. Now in its fourth year since becoming...

Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava prepares to throw the ball during the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl between No. 17 Iowa and No. 21 Tennessee at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Column | Everything wrong with college athletics today

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor April 29, 2025

Before college kids can legally have a drink or make a few bucks at the casino, they’re chasing millions of dollars to play football, traveling the country like rockstars in search of the most lucrative...

Iowa’s Luke Knepp competes in the Men’s 3,000 Meter Steeplechase event during the Drake Relays at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

Inside Iowa track and field’s Luke Knepp’s success in the steeplechase

Morgan Burhans, Sports Reporter April 29, 2025

In his first 3,000-meter steeplechase in an Iowa track and field uniform, second-year Luke Knepp delivered a jaw-dropping performance that made history.  Knepp captured second place in the Bryan...

Iowa second baseman Sammy Diaz prepares to hit during a softball game between Iowa and Purdue at Pearl Field in Iowa City on Friday, May 6, 2022. Diaz batted twice. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 5-1.

Iowa softball coach Sammy Diaz embraces transition from the field to the dugout

Jackson Miller, Sports Reporter April 29, 2025

May 5, 2024, may have been the last time Sammy Diaz wore a uniform as an Iowa softball player, but it would not be her last appearance with the program.  Diaz now roams the baselines as Iowa’s...

Photo Illustration by Matt Sindt

Point/Counterpoint | Who’s the greatest golfer of all time?

Jake Olson and Jack Birmingham April 29, 2025

Jack Nicklaus If you run a web search for who the best golfer of all time is, you’ll probably come back with a short list that includes Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus. While Woods has done plenty...

Iowa head coach Renee Gillispie speaks to members of the media during Iowa softball media day at Bob Pearl Field on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. The Iowa softball team answered questions from media and held an open practice.

Iowa softball head coach Renee Gillispie will not return as coach

Jackson Miller, Sports Reporter April 29, 2025

Iowa softball head coach Renee Gillispie will not return as head coach for the Hawkeyes next season, the University of Iowa Athletics Department announced on Tuesday.  Gillispie had stepped down...

Iowa utility player Andy Nelson celebrates his home run with his teammates during a baseball game between Iowa and Indiana at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium in Iowa City on April 27, 2025. Nelson earned two runs and two hits. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 10-0.

Andy Nelson’s two-homer day propels Iowa past Indiana to complete series sweep

Jackson Miller, Sports Reporter April 27, 2025

As the wind whipped toward left field at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Sunday, the Hawkeyes looked to complete a sweep of the Indiana Hoosiers. Right fielder Andy Nelson stepped into the right-handed...

Iowa pitcher Reece Beuter watches the catcher during a baseball game between Iowa and Indiana at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium in Iowa City on April 27, 2025. Beuter allowed three hits. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 10-0.

Iowa baseball sweeps Indiana, hits 20th win in Big Ten play

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter April 27, 2025

Iowa baseball won all three contests against Indiana and picked up its second consecutive series sweep this weekend at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City. After a thrilling 2-1 extra-inning victory...

Iowa catcher Hannah Lindsay runs home after hitting a home run during a softball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Penn State Nittany Lions at Bob Pearl Softball Field in Iowa City on Monday, April 21, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 10-2. Lindsay earned 1 run and 1 hit.

Three takeaways from Iowa softball’s series win over Michigan State

Jackson Miller, Sports Reporter April 27, 2025

The Iowa softball team snatched two of three games from Big Ten rival Michigan State over the weekend in East Lansing, Michigan. The result improves the Hawkeyes to 31-17 on the season and 12-7 in...

Iowa outfielder Miles Risley waits for the pitch during a baseball game between Iowa and Indiana at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium in Iowa City on April 27, 2025. Risley earned one run and one hit. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 10-0.

Photos: Iowa Baseball vs. Indiana

Samantha DeFily, Photojournalist April 27, 2025

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Indiana Hoosiers 10-0 at Duane Banks Field on Sunday, April 27. This concludes the series, Iowa taking all three games, two of which enacted the mercy rule. Iowa utility...

Iowa sophomore Max Tjoa hits his driver during day two of the Hawkeye Invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on April 14, 2025 in Iowa City Iowa. Iowa finished 3rd out of 13 teams.

Iowa men’s golf concludes season with 14th place finish at Big Ten tournament

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter April 27, 2025

The Iowa men’s golf team finished 14th at the Big Ten conference tournament — ending their 2024-2025 season with a somber performance. 18 universities across the United States battled it out...

The Iowa women's tennis team participates in a group huddle before the Hawkeyes match against the Kansas State Wildcats on Feb. 5 at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex. The Hawkeyes beat the Wildcats, 41.

Iowa women’s tennis falls to Maryland at Big Ten tournament

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter April 27, 2025

The Iowa women’s tennis team came up short in Wednesday’s Big Ten tournament match, falling to Maryland in Ojai, California. The No. 60 Terrapins bested the Hawkeyes in a 4-1 performance. The loss...