Mark Kreidler Mar 20, 2008
ESPN - Iowa wrestlers complete long journey to the top - College Sports. Iowa wrestlers complete long journey to the top - College Sports. (ESPN -- College Sports)
MORE THAN A GAME Feb 29, 2008
Who better to present this unique story of Iowa athletics and the passion the girls stirred in those communities than one of the game s former players. Producer of the documentary, spending nearly a full year collecting interviews, photographs, and old video footage is Laurel Bower Burgmaier of rural Creston, 1991 graduate of East Union High School. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Ferentz gets one year extension Feb 22, 2008
University of Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta today announced a one year extension to Iowa Football Coach Kirk Ferentz's contract. Ferentz is beginning his 10th year as Hawkeye football coach. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
V-ball coach search still on Feb 20, 2008
Almost two months after Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta accepted the resignation of volleyball head coach Cindy Fredrick, the position remains unoccupied. A nationwide search began immediately upon her resignation, and it is still in full swing. (Daily Iowan, IA)
UI thinks 'Pink' Feb 18, 2008
This isn't the first time I've seen an Iowa athletics program hold a "Think Pink" event, however. Two years ago, when I was covering women's gymnastics, the GymHawks held their first ever "Pink Meet" against Iowa State for the very same cause. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Clarkson to hit Kinnick Feb 4, 2008
A beloved football stadium, a two-time Grammy award winner, and thousands of fans could produce a sold-out show, the Iowa athletics department hopes. On April 18, Kelly Clarkson will make her first appearance in Iowa City in the first concert ever held in Kinnick Stadium. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Hawks don't want to be catnip Jan 31, 2008
In recent memory, there have been numerous Iowa athletics programs whose seasons have been marred by head-scratching losses to inferior Northwestern squads. When the Iowa women's basketball team plays the Wildcats in Evanston tonight, it looks to avoid having a similar fate. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Top Ten Hawkeye stories of 2007 Jan 1, 2008
One thing about Iowa athletics in 2007, it was always interesting and it was never dull ... Perhaps no coach in Iowa athletics history divided a fan base like Alford, whose tenure was marred by lack of NCAA Tournament bids and off the court issues ... com and we thank you for making our site your home for coverage of Iowa Athletics. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
Today's DITV Webcast Dec 21, 2007
- Hamburg Inn caucuses with coffee - Teenage drug use - High school break-in - Bad math teachers - Mitt Romney in Iowa - Letters to Santa - The semester in Iowa athletics - Weather. Watch DITV on Channel 17 (cable) and Channel 14 (campus). (Daily Iowan, IA)
Chilly scenes of winter ball Dec 11, 2007
AMES - Iowa athletics teams just don't like Ames. "Nice T-shirt; I wore a T-shirt in fifth grade," one Cardinal-and-Gold-clad fan shouted. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Athletics panel backs new pregnancy policy Dec 8, 2007
"It's a proactive approach," said Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta. "I feel it's a good policy in place, and I feel comfortable with it.". (Daily Iowan, IA)
No Michigan feelers yet for Ferentz Nov 28, 2007
Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta confirmed Monday afternoon through a spokesman that Michigan hasn't asked permission to speak to Ferentz. " Barta has not been contacted by anyone," said Phil Haddy, the Hawkeye sports information director. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Be Wary of Ferentz-Michigan Reports Nov 27, 2007
Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta was quoted on Monday saying he has not spoken with Ferentz about other coaching opportunities. I wouldnt put much stock in that one way or the other. (HawkeyeNation.com)
Mason praises the Hawks Nov 3, 2007
She first spoke about her prior experiences with sports while at Purdue University, then discussed one of her first tastes with the UI in August, which was at the UI booth with Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta at the Iowa State Fair. "The priorities were with athletics," she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Panthers Helping People set for Nov. 9 at McLeod Center Nov 2, 2007
CEDAR FALLS The Northeast Iowa Food Bank and University of Northern Iowa athletics department are teaming up to help out the Cedar Valley just in time for the holidays. Attend the Friday, Nov. 9 women s basketball game for just 2 when you bring a canned good to the ticket office window that night. (Charles City Press, IO)
Today's Photos Oct 23, 2007
Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta talks with a member of the Hawkeye swimming and diving team during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Oct. 19 in the Field House North Gym. The location of the new center is the southwest corner of the intersection of Madison and Burlington Streets; it is scheduled to open in December 2009. (Daily Iowan, IA)
UNI volleyball team closes out winning weekend Oct 14, 2007
CEDAR FALLS -- At the evening's outset Saturday, many McLeod Center patrons seemed more concerned with Saturday's Northern Iowa athletics matinee than the soon-to-be-played volleyball match. Several fans, for example, craned their neck toward monitors which broadcasted the Panthers' football clash. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Racing's wheels turning for Jill George Oct 10, 2007
"We just kind of jumped into a late model four years ago and went from there," said George, who is married to Northern Iowa athletics director Rick Hartzell. "It was a lot of learning, more learning than I ever thought."Those first two years, I pretty much kept going to the back of the field. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Athletics reports good financial news Oct 5, 2007
Both income and expenses are up from the original budget for the Iowa Athletics Department from the original $56 million in the fiscal 2007 budget. Last fiscal year, total revenues and expenses surpassed $60 million. (Daily Iowan, IA)
New coach, new attitude Oct 4, 2007
When Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta went searching for a new coach this past summer - following the resignation of Anderson - eliminating the director of golf title from the role of head coach was one of the commitments he made to Hankins and the program. "Right there, that was the commitment that I needed to see," Hankins said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Wrestlers to hold open practice Sep 26, 2007
Iowa athletics officials announced on Tuesday that second-year coach Tom Brands and the Hawkeye wrestling team will hold the first open practice on Saturday at 8 a.m. in the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The team invites all Iowa fans to attend the public practice as the Hawkeyes prepare for the 2007-08 season. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Mediacom, Big Ten Network to resume talks Sep 10, 2007
The Big Ten Network and Mediacom suspended discussions over the weekend and will resume talks today, according to a release from the Iowa athletics department. The network and cable provider made the announcement on Sept. 8, ending the chances of Mediacom carrying Iowa football's first appearance on the network. (Daily Iowan, IA)
UI officials want Big Ten on Mediacom Sep 8, 2007
At Thursday's Presidential Committee on Athletics meeting, Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta and panel members discussed the new network, including negotiations with Mediacom ... Conversations between Mediacom and the network are "constant" and the Iowa athletics department's position is that it believes the network "rightly belongs on basic cable," Barta said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
The heart of great defense Sep 8, 2007
On Saturday, Andre Tippett will be among five new inductees into the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame. As a Hawkeye football player, Tippett was a consensus All-American during his senior year in 1981 and was an integral part in Iowa winning its first Big Ten title and securing its first Rose Bowl bid in 23 seasons. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Tippett Named Honorary Captain Sep 7, 2007
He will be one of five former Hawkeye student-athletes inducted into the University of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame Saturday. An induction banquet is scheduled for Saturday afternoon. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Sports Briefs Aug 27, 2007
The announcement, which came from Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta on Aug. 24, follows this summer's passing of former head coach James Grant. Grant, who was in his 11th season as head coach of the women's team, lost a two-year battle with cancer in July. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Hawks announce hoops slate Aug 23, 2007
The Iowa athletics department announced Tuesday that the Iowa men's basketball team will play nine nonconference home games this season, beginning with a matchup against Idaho State on Nov. 9. With four-straight home games scheduled to start the season, this year marks only the fourth time in school history Iowa will host as many as 18 contests, with last time coming in 2003. (Daily Iowan, IA)
V-ball seeks mental strength Jul 25, 2007
The first day that teams are allowed to officially practice is Aug. 8, but during the summer, the team has been participating in voluntary workouts with the Iowa athletics strength and conditioning staff. Because of NCAA restrictions, coaches can have little contact with players and can't supervise team off-season workouts, but Fredrick did provide a conditioning template for her players to follow, and the coach hopes they're keeping up with it. (Daily Iowan, IA)
South Padre tourney taps Hawks Jul 13, 2007
The Iowa athletics department announced on Thursday that following a pair of home games in November, the Iowa basketball team will play Bradley University on Nov. 23 in the South Padre Invitational. The game will be played in the South Padre Convention Center on South Padre Island, Texas, and will conincide with the Vanderbilt-Utah State contest that is scheduled to be played on the same date. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Hawk golf nabs Michigan St. coach Jul 10, 2007
The Iowa athletics department pried the reigning Big Ten golf Coach of the Year away from Michigan State on Monday, announcing that Mount Pleasant, Iowa, native Mark Hankins has been named the new head coach of Iowa men's golf program. Nearly four months after longtime Hawkeye coach Terry Anderson resigned, on March 29, Hawkeye Athletics Director Gary Barta hired his second head coach in the same stretch of time and stayed in the conference to do it. (Daily Iowan, IA)
What are the odds? Jul 1, 2007
Joe Lobdell(Photo: Northern Iowa Athletics). Converted tight end has to prove he belongs in a group that includes , , , , , and Ugoh. (ColtsNews.US)
George takes ride on wild side Jun 29, 2007
"The emergency guys were quick to get there, but I was starting to panic a little bit. They were trying to assess the situation at the same time fuel was spilling all over the place," recalled George, the wife of Northern Iowa athletics director Rick Hartzell. "I was eventually able to crawl out opposite the driver's side.". (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Mason praised Jun 23, 2007
"I am certainly excited about her passion and enthusiasm," said Gary Barta, the Iowa athletics director. "She understands what athletics bring to the university. During the interviews, I was most impressed with how well-prepared she was; she definitely did her homework.". (Daily Iowan, IA)
Ticket sales for Soldier Field football game to close Jun 15, 2007
Iowa athletics officials announced on Thursday that requests for tickets in the "University of Iowa sections" for the nonconference game at Soldier Field will be taken up until 5 p.m. today. According to the release, Iowa has received more than 29,000 ticket orders for the game, and more than 45,000 total tickets have been ordered. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Athletics yes, but people first Jun 12, 2007
For Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta, the "new" tag can finally be removed. After a full year at the helm of the university's athletics department, the former Wyoming AD with close ties to the state of Iowa has settled down with eyes on the future of the program. (Daily Iowan, IA)
New hoopsmeister prowls the hardwood Jun 12, 2007
Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta initially spoke with Lickliter at the Final Four in Atlanta and hired him just days later. "I went to the meeting excited, and I left the meeting anxious," Lickliter said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
National Iowa Varsity Club Athletics Hall of Fame Inducts Five Jun 10, 2007
All former Hawkeye athletes who have won at least one major letter are eligible for the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame ... Tickets can be purchased for $25 by sending your name and check to Marilyn Broxey, University of Iowa Athletics, 340 CHA, Iowa City, IA, 52242 by Monday August 28th. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Leaderboard: Iowa Athletics in 06-07 Jun 8, 2007
com: Leaderboard: Iowa Athletics in 06-07 ... Leaderboard: Iowa Athletics in 06-07. (HawkeyeNation.com)
Volunteer raises more than $1 million for UNI student athletes Jun 5, 2007
The volunteers who helped raise money for the project were heralded for their dedication to University of Northern Iowa athletics and the athletes who would eventually use the building. But, very few hear about the work done by volunteers for the university's Panther Scholarship Club. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Meet the Legends Jun 2, 2007
com - University of Iowa Official Athletic Site. The announcement of the 2007 inductees into the Hall of Fame will be made at 2:30 p.m. Saturday. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Re-Ranking recruiting classes: 1999 May 22, 2007
During the off season from Hawkeye sports, we like to take a look back at some interesting aspects of Iowa athletics. Nothing gets great discussions going like recruiting, so we are taking a look back at the recruiting classes during the Ferentz era. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hawks to play Syracuse under the lights Apr 25, 2007
"We are delighted that the Big Ten Network has included our home-opener in its prime-time lineup of games in its inaugural season," Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta said in a statement. "We are also excited for the fans of the Hawkeyes, who will fill Kinnick to capacity for the 25th-straight game and for the thousands of friends, fans, and alumni who will watch the game not only in the state of Iowa but across the nation.". (Daily Iowan, IA)
NCAA certifies Hawkeye athletics Apr 13, 2007
"Iowa has a longstanding tradition of doing things the right way, and this certification is further evidence of the confidence the NCAA and our peers have in our ongoing operations," Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta said in a statement released Thursday. - by Brendan Stiles Page 1 of 1. (Daily Iowan, IA)
HN.com Lickliter Story Archive Apr 5, 2007
SUBSCRIBERS: Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta conducted his search for a basketball coach in hopes of finding the right fit. He appears to have accomplished that goal, according to HN.com Senior Writer Rob Howe. (HawkeyeNation.com)
Howe: Lickliter Fits the Profile Apr 4, 2007
By HN.com Senior WriterDate: Apr 3, 2007 Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta conducted his search for a basketball coach in hopes of finding the right fit. He appears to have accomplished that goal, according to HN.com Senior Writer Rob Howe. (HawkeyeNation.com)
Anderson Steps Down as Head Coach Mar 30, 2007
"I was blessed to be on the same staff with other great Hawkeye coaches during my tenure, and to be able to use them as a resource was a tremendous experience. Having a positive impact on student-athletes will be a memory I will always cherish. Thanks to the great Hawkeye fans for their support of Iowa Athletics. It was an honor to represent them. Once a Hawkeye, always a Hawkeye!". Anderson has served as head coach since 1994. (Hawkeyesports.com)
COLLEGE: Recruit says Gillispie staying at A&M Mar 29, 2007
After talking by phone on Tuesday with Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta about the Hawkeyes' head-coaching vacancy, Bruce Pearl told him thanks but no thanks, and he made it clear that he has no interest in leaving Tennessee for any job. -- The Tennessean. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Barta Press Conference Recap Mar 24, 2007
By HN.com Senior WriterDate: Mar 23, 2007 Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta met with the media on Friday to outline his search for a new men's basketball coach to replace Steve Alford. to read the rest of this story. (HawkeyeNation.com)
A Crazy Day In Hawkeye Land Mar 23, 2007
If you follow Iowa athletics closely, and since you are reading this you probably do, we don't have many coaching changes in these parts when it comes to the revenue generating sports. But, today was one of those days when the news became "official" that Steve Alford would be heading to Lobo land and Iowa would be looking for a new basketball coach. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
UNI women's basketball coach Tony DiCecco steps down Mar 20, 2007
"Hartzell said a national search for DiCecco's replacement will begin immediately. He hopes to hire a new coach by mid-April.On the Net: University of Northern Iowa Athletics: http://unipanthers.cstv.com/A service of the Associated Press(AP) More Ap-state-ia Stories Muscatine Top Jobs Reader Poll ? 2007, , Muscatine, IA A subsidiary. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Panthers defense shuts down the Knights Mar 2, 2007
Driscol also found playing in the McLeod Center, which is home to the University of Northern Iowa athletics, to be a huge advantage that the team will remember forever. in, lose or draw after time goes by they will realize how good of an experience tonight was to be able to play in an arena like this and a lot of kids around the state would certainly trade places to get down to the final 16 and have an opportunity to play in a place like this, Driscol said. (Vinton Cedar Valley Daily Times, IO)
NCAA rep criticizes fight song-lottery tie Feb 21, 2007
Council member Steve McGuire echoed Kurtz's opinion but said Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta was not being unreasonable. Barta has said he regrets his decision to allow the ad to air - which he didn't view prior to its being broadcast - but he believes the Iowa Lottery has been "a good partner" to the university. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Hoops free for students tonight Feb 15, 2007
Iowa athletics officials emphasized that student admission for tonight's basketball double-header is free. The Iowa-Northwestern men's game will tip at 6:05 p.m. in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Lottery's Hawk ad still sparking ire Feb 9, 2007
The lottery isn't at fault, the Iowa athletics department is, he said, noting that the lottery has been "a good partner" to the university. For five years, the two have had a relationship, and the lottery does have access to registered trademarks but cannot use them without the school's permission. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Bad, bad Badgers Jan 30, 2007
Year in and year out, Iowa athletics have always been up to the Wisconsin challenge, both home and away, maintaining a friendly rivalry. The 2007 version has not followed script, and now I, a Milwaukee native known for ridiculing his Badger buddies' athletics deficiencies, looks like a schmuck. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Ohio State Women's Soccer Hires New Assistant Coach Jan 24, 2007
Gabbert helped usher in a new era in Iowa athletics, as she guided the women's soccer program in its inaugural season in 1997. Competing in an already established Big Ten Conference, Gabbert led the Hawkeyes to a third-place finish and a national Top 20 ranking in only their third year of existence and for that, Gabbert was awarded the 1999 Big Ten Conference Coach of the Year honor. (Ohiostatebuckeyes.com)
AD defends 'Hawk' Lottery Jan 19, 2007
But Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta said the Lottery did nothing wrong when it used the logos and fight song in the commercial because his office had approved the use. He added, however, that his opinion recently had changed. (Daily Iowan, IA)
