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WATCH: Jan Jensen Talks 2026-27 Iowa Women's Basketball Roster, Transfer Portal Additions, and More
Iowa wrestlers prepped & ready for Senior Pan-Am Championships
Iowa wrestling’s summer season continues in a big way this (extended) weekend – and in its own backyard no less.That’s becausethe 2026 Senior Pan-American Championshipsare on tap, this Thursday-through-Sunday (May 7-10) in Coralville.A little sneak peak into Thursday's Opening Ceremonies👀 Join us at
Iowa Baseball Series Preview: Nebraska Cornhuskers
WEEKEND SERIES: AT #25 NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS (34-14, 17-7)The Big Ten season has hit the home stretch and with two weeks remaining, there’s still a lot to figure out. Top-ranked UCLA has already clinched the regular season crown, but up to six teams are still in the hunt for a regional. The race to m
Notes: Nebraska
The University of Iowa baseball team travels to Nebraska on May 8-10. The Hawkeyes will face the Huskers at 6 p.m. (CT) on Friday and 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Hannah Stuelke named University of Iowa women's Athlete of the Year
After a sensational senior season, Hannah Stuelke was recognized as the University of Iowa women's Athlete of the Year.
Indiana Fever waive trio of players in preseason roster moves
The Indiana Fever announced that they have waived a trio of players before the start of the 2026 WNBA season.
Indiana Fever franchise valuation has skyrocketed with Caitlin Clark
Since drafting Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever's franchise valuation has skyrocketed, per a report from Sportico.
Shellberg Qualifies for NCAA Regionals
Sophomore Ryan Shellberg has been selected to compete as an individual at NCAA Columbus Regional. He will compete at the OSU Golf Club from May 18-20.
The 10 Wildest Stats from Iowa’s 2025 Season (and What They Mean for 2026)
Iowa finished 2025 at 9-4 and ranked #17 in the final AP poll, capped off with a win over Vanderbilt in the ReliaQuest Bowl. On paper, a perfectly nice season. Look under the paper, though, and 2025 was one of the more statistically bizarre Iowa football seasons in recent memory: an offensive line that may […]
Shellberg Earns Big Ten Honors
Ryan Shellberg was named a second-team All-Big Ten selection, the conference announced Wednesday.
Iowa football OL gains NFL first round hype, sent to Dallas Cowboys
Kade Pieper continues to gain traction as Iowa's next linemen on deck to make the jump to the NFL with another first-round NFL prediction.
Iowa basketball star PG Bennett Stirtz earning NBA first-round respect
Bennett Stirtz figures to hear his name called in the NBA draft, but where remains the question. CBS likes the guard off the board in the first round.
Iowa Football Spring Ball Position Group Recap: Wide Receiver
With spring football in the rearview mirror, HawkeyeInsider is going to do a recap of each position group for Iowa football ahead of summer workouts. Today, we dive into the wide receiver position.
Iowa Football: Hawkeyes Land 2027 In-State Linebacker, Kyler Van Maanen
Iowa has added the commitment of 2027 linebacker out of Pella, Kyler Van Maanen. The Dutch LB is one of the most productive tacklers in the state.
Iowa wrestling sophomore Dru Ayala enters transfer portal
Prior to its closure date, the brother of a three-time All-American Iowa wrestler has officially entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Iowa baseball defeats St. Thomas 14-4 in final home game of 2026 season
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa baseball team defeated St. Thomas, 14–4, in eight innings Tuesday night at Duane Banks Field. “I was pleased with the first inning,” said Iowa head coach Rick Heller. “They scored a run on a free base, and then we came right back and scored eight runs. […]
2027 Pella LB Kyler Van Maanen commits to IowaCarroll native Brayton Alford also commits as preferred walk-on
By Hawk Fanatic IOWA CITY, Iowa – The Iowa football team has added two more players to its 2027 recruiting class, both coming from instate. Kyler Van Maanen, a 6-foot-3, 220-pound inside linebacker from Pella, announced his commitment to Iowa Tuesday on social media. His commitment came less than 24 hours after Carroll native Brayton […]
Iowa football lands commitment from in-state 2027 linebacker
As Iowa football continues its work on the recruiting trail, the Hawkeyes received a commitment from a skilled 2027 in-state linebacker.
Iowa women's basketball among elite in ESPN's way-too-early top 25 rankings
In ESPN's way-too-early top 25 rankings, Iowa women's basketball is regarded among the nation's elite.
WNBA GM survey picks Bueckers over Caitlin Clark to start franchise
In a WNBA GM survey, Paige Bueckers got the nod over Caitlin Clark and A'ja Wilson as the player GMs would want to start their franchises with.
Iowa women's basketball duo selected to USA Basketball camp
A pair of Iowa women's basketball stars earned an opportunity with USA Basketball.
WATCH: Rick Heller recaps the Hawkeyes run-rule win over St Thomas
The Iowa Baseball team wrapped up their home portion of the schedule on Tuesday night with a 14-4 run-rule victory over St Thomas in eight innings. A dominant year for the Hawkeyes in midweek action, they finished with a 10-1 record, including eight wins by double digits. With the win, Iowa moves to
Hawkeyes Down Tommies, 14–4
The Iowa baseball team defeated St. Thomas, 14–4, in eight innings Tuesday night at Duane Banks Field.
Play-by-play recap: Iowa 14 St Thomas 4 (F/8)
The last game at Duane Banks Field before some stadium renovations begin, the Hawkeyes closed out the home slate with an 14-4 run-rule win over St Thomas on Tuesday night. Iowa put up eight runs in the first inning and rolled from there for another easy midweek victory.With the win, the Hawkeyes mov
Ogden Inducted as Master Strength & Conditioning Coach
University of Iowa director of men’s basketball athletic performance Logan Ogden was inducted as a Master Strength and Conditioning Coach at the MSCC Dinner and Ceremony on Tuesday in Fort Worth.
Hawkeye Report Podcast
It’s a special edition of the Hawkeye Report Podcast. Today we are joined by the head of the Iowa Swarm Collective, Brad Heinrichs to discuss the rebranding of his organization and why that needed to take place. We also discuss three very unique and interesting events coming up during the month of M
Iowa Football: Spring All-Access Part 1 - What We Learned
Iowa center Ava Heiden, transfer guard Dani Carnegie invited to USA Basketball 3×3 Developmental Camp and Showcase
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa – Sophomore Ava Heiden and sophomore transfer Dani Carnegie have been invited and will participate in the USA Basketball 3×3 Development Camp and Showcase in Phoenix, it was announced Tuesday by USA Basketball. Heiden and Carnegie will make their USA Basketball debuts. The USA Basketball 3×3 women’s development camp will be held May 6-8. USA […]
Van Maanen makes college decision
Class of 2027 linebackerKyler Van Maanenhas made his college decision. The 6-foot-3, 220-pound Pella native announced today that he has verbally committed to the Hawkeyes shortly after earning a scholarship offer from the Iowa coaching staff this past week.“The University of Iowa seems like a great
Heiden, Carnegie selected for USA Basketball 3x3 Development Camp
Ava Heiden and Dani Carnegie have been invited and will participate in the USA Basketball 3x3 Development Camp and Showcase in Phoenix.
Notes: Cyclone Twilight
The Hawkeyes conclude their regular season at the Cyclone Twilight in Ames.
Iowa football roster build draws Indiana, Curt Cignetti comparison
Iowa finds itself inside Joel Klatt's post-spring top 25 rankings. Klatt drew a comparison with the Hawkeyes to the defending champs.
Jan Jensen has nothing but excitement about the upside of one of her newest signings
Faison officially signed with the program and is looking for an expanded role after only playing 7.8 minutes as a freshman for the Georgia Bulldogs last season.
Iowa Spring Football All-Access - Part 1
Iowa basketball announces premier nonconference showdown in 2026
Iowa is loading up the nonconference slate with a showdown in Des Moines against the Creighton Bluejays.
NCAA Academic Progress Report Announced
Six Hawkeye teams boast perfect multi-year rates and 11 earned a perfect single-year score of 1000.
Better late than never for a two-way in-state star as a late addition to the 2026 class
Alford was a two-way star for Kuemper Catholic in Carroll, Iowa, tallying 51 catches for 714 yards and 7 touchdowns on offense, adding 77 total tackles, including 6.5 tackles for loss and three sacks. He also added six interceptions.
Caitlin Clark leg sleeve is not cause for Indiana Fever concern
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White reassured fans that Caitlin Clark's leg sleeve is not injury related or a cause for concern.
Iowa football offers rising 2028 Indianapolis QB Oscar Sloan
Iowa football is starting to work on its 2028 recruiting class, offering a three-star quarterback with lots of upside.
Hellerball Check-In: Where Iowa Baseball Stands With Regular Season Winding Down
Football season is over and football season is six months away. So while the rest of the Iowa sports calendar settles into spring break mode, our attention naturally turns to the diamond. Rick Heller’s Hawkeyes are 28-18 overall, 12-12 in the Big Ten, and right at the inflection point where the next two weekends decide […]
Chiefs release Iowa football UDFA DE Ethan Hurkett
After going undrafted and signing as a UDFA, Iowa football DE Ethan Hurkett is now looking for a new home after being released by the Chiefs.
Indiana Fever update injury status of forward Monique Billings
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White updated the injury status of forward Monique Billings.
The uphill climb to make an NFL roster just got even steeper for Ethan Hurkett
Hurkett, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa native, started all 13 games for Iowa at defensive end in 2025, tallying 36 total tackles, including 10.5 tackles for loss, and 8 sacks.
Way-too-early Top 25 college basketball rankings 5.0: Juke Harris, more top transfers commit
With the transfer portal closed and the deadline to enter the NBA Draft as an early entrant in the rearview mirror, a majority of teams now have a clear picture where the Top 25 stands. As more top transfers commit to their new team, many programs have already assembled the core pieces they will rel
Former Hawkeye Gary Fletcher Passes
Former center Gary Fletcher passed away on April 26, 2026, in Des Moines. He was 83.
How Iowa football got this offseason right and wrong entering 2026
Iowa enters 2026 with a lot of questions about what went right and what went wrong during the offseason as they prepare for kickoff.
Iowa Baseball Midweek Preview: St Thomas Tommies
For the final time this season, the Iowa Baseball team will take to the diamond for a home game at Duane Banks Field. It’s one final midweek game before two tough series to close out the regular season and then it will be off to Omaha for the Big Ten Tournament. The Hawkeyes will face off with the S
Iowa Athletics announces 10th annual Golden Herkys
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa Department of Athletics recognized the academic and athletic accomplishments of its student-athletes at the 10th annual Golden Herkys on Monday evening at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The event, which was organized by UI student-athletes, was highlighted by the announcement of seniors Bennett Stirtz (men’s basketball) and Hannah Stuelke (women’s basketball) as […]
Golden Herky Awards Winners Announced
The University of Iowa Department of Athletics recognized the academic and athletic accomplishments of its student-athletes at the 10th annual Golden Herkys on Monday evening at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Iowa football releases all-access, behind-the-scenes series
Iowa pulled back the curtain and has dropped an all new, behind-the-scenes, all-access look at how the program operates.