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Five observations/takeaways from Wednesday’s Iowa men’s hoops practice
By Pat Harty IOWA CITY, Iowa – Thirty minutes in July isn’t much time to make evaluations, but you do what you can with what you have to work with. So here are five observations, or as some like to call them, takeaways, from having watched the Iowa men’s basketball team’s practice for approximately 30 […]
Big Ten recruiting rankings are a rough look for Iowa, but there's no reason to panic
247Sports ranks the Hawkeyes' 2027 recruiting class as the lowest in the Big Ten, with plenty of work to be done.
Phil Steele releases Preseason College Football 2026 All-American Teams
Ahead of the upcoming college football season,Phil Steelehas released his Preseason College Football 2026 All-American Teams.The First Team is headlined by starOregonquarterbackDante Moore, superstarOhio Statewide receiverJeremiah Smith, All-SECTexaslinebackerColin Simmons, and All-AmericanNotre Dam
Athlon's early bowl predictions paint a grim picture for Iowa's Playoff hopes
The early prediction suggests both Iowa and first-year Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin will miss the College Football Playoff in favor of a Dec. 26 Bowl game.
Kirk Ferentz named to Dodd Trophy Watch List
University of Iowa Moon Family Head Football CoachKirk Ferentzis one of 20 head coaches named to the 2026 Dodd Trophy Preseason Watch List. The announcement was made Thursday by the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation and Peach Bowl, Inc.The Dodd Trophy, college football’s most coveted national
Counting Down Iowa Football's Most Indispensable Players: No. 3 Trevor Lauck
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.
Is Caitlin Clark playing tonight? Indiana Fever injury report vs. Mercury
As the Indiana Fever meet the Phoenix Mercury, what is Caitlin Clark's injury status? Will the three-time All-Star play tonight?
Tate Sage Primed To Take A Big Leap For Iowa Basketball Entering His Sophomore Season
Where to watch Indiana Fever vs. Phoenix Mercury
Here's where and when fans can watch the Indiana Fever play the tail end of a back-to-back on the road tonight against the Phoenix Mercury.
Hawk Fanatic TV: Select members of Iowa men’s hoops meet with media
IOWA CITY, Iowa – Select members of the Iowa men’s basketball team, including new 7-foot-3 center Andrew McKeever, met with the media after practice on Wednesday. McKeever transferred to Iowa from Saint Mary’s via the transfer portal as Iowa head coach Ben McCollum looks to add size to his frontline. Senior forward Can Manyawu, sophomore […]
Live from Las Vegas - Nike EYBL Updates
We are live from Las Vegas covering Iowa men’s basketball recruiting this week. The Nike circuit is out on the road this week playing at the massive Las Vegas Convention Center featuring several prospects that Iowa fans are very familiar with at the point guard position.We have thoughts on a new 202
Indiana Fever reveal Caitlin Clark’s injury status for back-to-back
As Caitlin Clark returns tonight for the first half of Indiana's back-to-back games against Los Angeles and Phoenix, here's the Fever's reincorporation plan.
Indiana Fever vs. Los Angeles Sparks: Caitlin Clark stats, points
Meeting for the third and final time this season, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever visit the Los Angeles Sparks. Here's Clark's latest stats and points.
An Iowa newcomer wants to shed the 'defensive specialist' label and prove she can score
Faison was pigeonholed into a defensive specialist role last season with the Georgia Bulldogs, and she is out to prove that she can score at a high level next season.
Iowa Athletics, The Swarm Announce Strategic Transition to Support Student-Athlete Success
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa Department of Athletics and The Swarm Inc. announced Wednesday a strategic transition that reflects the rapidly evolving landscape of college athletics and name, image and likeness (NIL) opportunities. As part of this transition, The Swarm will phase out its membership payments, end auto-renewals, pause future NIL […]
Chit-Chat Wright is back with a different aura: “She wants to be one of the top point guards in the country"
It’s probably fair to say that not many Iowa fans have spent their offseason time rewatching the Hawkeyes NCAA Tournament loss to Virginia. The Cavaliers became the first women’s basketball program to go from the First Four to the Sweet Sixteen, upsetting Iowa 83-75 in double overtime. It was an ins
WATCH: Several Iowa Men's Basketball Players Discuss Offseason, Expectations And More
Ben McCollum and his group are back in action. After making an Elite Eight run, Iowa fans couldn't be more excited to see where this year's group can take them. On Wednesday morning, McCollum and his staff opened the door for the media to get a glimpse of a few different things that they have been working on.
D-III transfer Bria Medina's approach to next season is welcome news for the Hawkeyes
Medina was an elite scorer for Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, before deciding to transfer to the Iowa program, and she is soaking it all up during her last season in women's college basketball.
Iowa Athletics, The Swarm Announce Strategic Transition to Support Student-Athlete Success
Iowa Baseball pitching coach Wes Obermueller will not return for the 2027 season
It’s been a seemingly never-ending carousel over the last few years when it comes to the Iowa Baseball pitching coach position. First reported by Kendall Rogers of D1Baseball, HawkeyeReport has confirmed thatWes Obermuellerwill not return for the 2027 season after spending two years on the coaching
Hawks abroad: Iowa women set for trio of international tournaments
Like many institutions of higher education around this country, the University of Iowa has a‘Study Abroad’ program.And it just so happens that several of its Hawkeyes are about to complete some international coursework (of sorts).Granted, their task will be a bit different than that of your typical
Iowa center Andrew McKeever rises above all others in program history
By Pat Harty IOWA CITY, Iowa – Andrew McKeever has yet to play in a game for the Iowa men’s basketball team, but he already holds an individual record as the tallest player in program history at 7-feet, 3-inches. Former Hawkeye Antonio Ramos, listed at 7-2, used to have that distinction until McKeever arrived this […]
WATCH: Hawkeyes discuss newcomers and summer practice
It was an eventful day for the media inside the Carver-Hawkeye Arena practice gym. Open for the viewing for the final 30 minutes, the Iowa men’s basketball team spent the majority of that time scrimmaging and getting up and down the floor. Although the season doesn’t tip off for another four months,
WATCH: Iowa Men's Basketball scrimmages in front of the media
Last summer, it was all about everything that was new with the Iowa men’s basketball program. New players, new staff and lot to learn. Fast forward to now and there’s a completely different vibe around the program. Coming off a run to the Elite Eight, the Hawkeyes return ten players from last year’s
A surprising summer from a Hawkeye post player is exactly what Jan Jensen needs
Barrett noted that Hays is in a better mental space and is being more aggressive in her matchups against Ava Heiden. Barrett also said that Hays has come into the summer in great shape and is putting in hard work in the weight room.
PHOTO GALLERY: Iowa Men's Basketball Summer Practice
Although the 2026-27 Iowa Men’s Basketball is still several months away, the work starts early, and summer workouts are in full swing for the Hawkeyes. It’s a roster with a number of returning faces, but there’s also plenty of excitement surrounding a couple of the new players on the roster. Coming
Brendan Hausen needed just one Summer League game to prove he's still a flamethrower
Hausen earned his first start of the summer for Memphis, tallying a team-leading 21 points on 5 of 13 shooting from the field and 5 of 11 shooting from beyond the arc.
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.
Greatness recognizes greatness as Alex Morgan gave Caitlin Clark the ultimate respect
Clark is only 24 years old, but has already accomplished so much on and off the basketball court.
Hawkfanatic for 7/8/26Pat Harty, Tom Suter and Captain Steve talk Hawkeye women's basketball, Iowa Swarm NIL, conference realignment, and more!
Hawkfanatic for 7/8/26
How former Iowa basketball stars played in Tuesday NBA Summer League
Four former Iowa basketball standouts saw action in NBA Summer League on Tuesday night. How did they perform?
Iowa Basketball: Who Leads the Hawkeyes in Scoring in 2026?
Indiana Fever injury report: Is Caitlin Clark playing today vs. Sparks?
Is Caitlin Clark playing today against the Los Angeles Sparks? A look at the Indiana Fever injury report.
Iowa Women's Basketball: Why Jocelyn Faison Chose the Hawkeyes After Leaving Georgia
Where to watch Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever vs. Sparks
Here's where to watch Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever at the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday, including TV channel and tipoff time.
Hawk Fanatic TV: Iowa women’s basketball 7/7/26 interviews
IOWA CITY, Iowa – The Iowa women’s basketball team held its second of three summer press conferences on Tuesday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Assistant coach Lasondra Barrett and four players met with media after Tuesday’s practice. The players that were made available were junior point guard Chit Chat Wright, sophomore forward Journey Houston, senior point guard […]
Caitlin Clark injury update: Fever star optimistic on Wednesday return
Caitlin Clark sounded optimistic about a Wednesday return from her back injury during the Indiana Fever's date at the Los Angeles Sparks.
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.
Fellow WNBA team to sign Indiana Fever development player
Indiana Fever development player Justine Pissott is reportedly inking a standard WNBA contract with another franchise.
Iowa adds Senior-level stalwart Brooklyn Hays for 2026-27 season
Recruiting never stops in the world of collegiate athletics, and the Iowa women’s wrestling program is no different.As such, the Hawkeyes have made a habit of adding significant pieces to their roster in the summer months just before a new season. And their newest addition comes at a perfect time/we
PHOTO GALLERY: Iowa Women's Basketball Summer Practice
Although the 2026-27 Iowa Women’s Basketball is still several months away, the work starts early, and summer workouts are in full swing for the Hawkeyes. It’s a roster with a number of new faces, but there’s plenty of excitement surrounding the roster that the coaching staff has constructed. On Tues
Being left off Big Ten All-Freshmen team helping to fuel Journey Houston’s fire
By Pat Harty IOWA CITY, Iowa – It certainly isn’t Addie Deal’s fault that she made the Big Ten All-Freshmen team last season while her former Iowa teammate Journey Houston didn’t. Deal, a former five-star recruit from California, appeared in 34 games last season, including three as a starter, averaging 5.1 points per game. She […]
WATCH: Lasondra Barrett, Chit Chat Wright, Jocelyn Faison, Bria Medina, Journey Houston Talk With Media
CFB 27 is vastly underselling Iowa's top two receivers in its latest ratings release
The popular college football video game isn't buying the potential of Iowa's receiving corps before the 2026-2027 season, ranking Iowa's top two outside threats at 79 overall.
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.
WATCH: LaSondra Barrett, Hawkeyes talk summer practice
The offseason work continues for the Iowa women’s basketball team. With Georgia transferDani Carnegieback on campus after a stint with Team USA at the 3×3 Nations League, the Hawkeyes are as close to full strength as they will be until the fall when Swedish freshman Ella Strömdahl arrives. They spen
Kate Martin's new WNBA contract has fans buzzing and excited to see her stay in LA
The Golden State Valkyries waived Martin before the 2026 season, and she signed a developmental contract with LA, which was later converted to a standard contract.
WATCH: Iowa Women's Basketball Summer Practice
There’s still 118 days until the Iowa Women’s Basketball team tips off the 2026-27 season, but the work starts well before the season-opener. The Hawkeyes are in the middle of summer practice which spans over the month of July. It’s a crucial portion of the calendar, as they are not only trying to i