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Former Hawkeye Lynn Kennedy Passes Away

Iowa women’s basketball family mourns the loss of former Hawkeye standout Lynn Kennedy, who passed away on July 3 at the age of 61.

Gronowski, McCabe Earn Iowa’s B1G Outstanding Sportsmanship Award

Mark Gronowski (football) and Taylor McCabe (women's basketball) have been selected as Iowa’s 2026 Big Ten Outstanding Sportsmanship Award winners.

Kirk Ferentz Named to Dodd Trophy Watch List

Kirk Ferentz is one of 20 head coaches named to the 2026 Dodd Trophy Preseason Watch List.

Iowa Athletics, The Swarm Announce Strategic Transition to Support Student-Athlete Success

Hawkeye Legend Michelle Edwards Honored with Court Naming in Boston

The basketball court at Titus Sparrow Park in Boston was recently officially dedicated to former Hawkeye Michelle Edwards, honoring her extraordinary legacy both on and off the court.

Umekuni Transfers to Iowa for 2026-27 Season

Rioko Umekuni will join the University of Iowa women’s tennis program as a redshirt freshman transfer from Baylor University, head coach Sasha Boros announced on Tuesday.

Iowa Adds Hays to 2026-27 Roster

Brooklyn Hays, the 2025 U23 Pan-American champion, has signed with the University of Iowa women’s wrestling program, head coach Clarissa Chun announced Tuesday.

Tran Earns CSC Academic All-America Honors

University of Iowa sophomore Aurélie Tran has been named a College Sports Communicators third-team Academic All-American, the announcement was made Tuesday by the CSC.

Men’s Wrestling Season Tickets on Sale Wednesday

University of Iowa general public season tickets for the 2026-27 men’s wrestling season go on sale Wednesday, July 8, at 9 a.m. CT through the Iowa Athletics Ticket Office.

Hawkeyes to Compete in the 2027 Live Like Lou Las Vegas College Baseball Classic

The University of Iowa baseball team will compete in the 2027 Live Like Lou Las Vegas College Baseball Classic at Las Vegas Field.

Heat Relief Measures for Savannah Bananas at Kinnick Stadium

With temperatures expecting to climb above 90 degrees, University of Iowa officials are implementing special event procedures to assist fans attending Savannah Bananas events this Friday and Saturday at Kinnick Stadium.

2026 Volleyball Season Tickets On Sale

University of Iowa volleyball season tickets are on sale now, the program announced in conjunction with the University of Iowa ticket office on Wednesday.

Kade Pieper Tabbed Preseason Walter Camp All-America

Fourth-year offensive lineman Kade Pieper has been named a 2026 Walter Camp Preseason First-Team All-American.

Hawkeyes and Panthers Announce Home-and-Home Dual Series

The University of Iowa men’s wrestling team will face Northern Iowa on Dec. 11 at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, Iowa, as Journeymen Wrestling presents “Dual in the Dome”.

3 Hawkeyes Earn Athlon Preseason All-America Recognition

Three Iowa football players have garnered Athlon preseason All-America honors for the 2026 season, it was announced Monday by the publication.

Iowa Releases 2026-27 Schedule

The University of Iowa women’s golf team will serve as the host institution for two tournaments during the 2026-27 season, it was announced Monday by head coach Megan Menzel.

Iowa Adds Schaefer to 2026-27 Roster

Clare Schaefer will join the University of Iowa tennis program as a walk-on in the fall, the announcement was made Friday by head coach Sasha Boros.

Iowa Softball Signs 3 Additional Transfers for 2026-27

Three student-athletes – Audrey Gilman, Pearson Hall, and Zuri Patterson – have signed with the University of Iowa softball program, it was announced Thursday by head coach Stacy May-Johnson.

Iowa Posts Highest Directors' Cup Point Total in School History

Iowa Athletics accumulated its highest point total ever in the history of the Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup in 2025-26 athletic year, finishing with 662 points.

2026 Final Softball Notes

The Iowa softball team completed its 49th season in 2026.

Former Hawkeye Kari (Mueller) Pekar Passes

Letterwinner Kari (Mueller) Pekar passed away June 10 following a courageous battle with cancer. She was 33.

Big Ten Releases 2027 Conference Baseball Schedule

The University of Iowa, in conjunction with the Big Ten Conference, announced its 2027 conference baseball schedule on Wednesday.

Traffic Alert for July 4th Weekend Events

Bennett Stirtz Selected 16th by Memphis Grizzlies; Traded to OKC

University of Iowa men’s basketball standout Bennett Stirtz was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 16th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. He was then subsequently traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Uthoff Named to July 2026 USA Men’s World Cup Qualifying Team

Former University of Iowa men’s basketball player Jarrod Uthoff has been named to the 12-man roster for the July 2026 USA Men’s World Cup Qualifying Team, it was announced Monday by USA Basketball.

4 Hawkeyes Named CSC Academic All-District

Holly Duax, Ryan Johnson, Princess Uche and Peyton Wilson were named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District team on Tuesday.

Hawkeyes to Compete in the 2027 Amegy Bank College Baseball Series

The University of Iowa baseball team will compete in the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, during the 2027 season

Iowa-Virginia Tech to Meet in Sioux City

The University of Iowa men’s basketball team will face Virginia Tech in a neutral site matchup at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa, on Nov. 10, the announcement was made Tuesday by Complete Sports Management.

Iowa Softball Signs 2 Transfers for 2026-27

Two student-athletes – Mischa Reiners and Caitlin Tighe – have signed with the University of Iowa softball program, it was announced Monday by head coach Stacy May-Johnson.

Hiller Takes First at USA Judo Junior Olympic National Championships

University of Iowa women’s wrestler Harlee Hiller placed first in her division at the USA Judo Junior Olympic National Championships on Saturday, June 20.