Leistikow: Unsung seniors changed Iowa’s wrestling culture

Only Pat Lugo is a starter. The rest? Well, they stuck around for each other. “They changed the culture of play-hard, party-hard,” Terry Brands says.

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Tom Brands reflects on Iowa’s large senior class

"Their experience here was great, no matter what role they were in," the 14th-year Iowa head coach says of 11 departing wrestlers.

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The grueling drill Jeremiah Moody could barely complete

Jeremiah Moody is from Wisconsin but stuck it out five years as a backup with the Iowa wrestling program.

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How Paul Glynn dealt with losing his starting spot

Fifth-year senior Paul Glynn was Iowa's starter at 133 pounds as a sophomore but has been in a backup role in his final two years.

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Gallery: Iowa Hawkeyes 85, Ohio State 76

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Attention keeps coming for Joe Wieskamp

Minus CJ Fredrick, there's no shortage of defenders hounding Joe Wieskamp these days. He fought through for 13 points against Ohio State on Thursday.

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Cordell Pemsl feels like his old self

Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl let his teammates know: 'I'm back.' He talks about why that is. Listen:

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Bakari Evelyn is fitting in well at Iowa

Iowa guard Bakari Evelyn is gaining confidence in his shot and is happy to finally have a strong performance at home. Listen:

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Garza loves the help from Pemsl, Evelyn vs. OSU

Luka Garza scored 24 points against the Buckeyes, but got a combined 24 from Iowa's lone bench players.

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Holtmann praises Iowa, offers D.J. Carton update

Holtmann's team never led in an 85-76 loss at Iowa.

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Peterson: Iowa name, image, likeness bill must be changed

State of Iowa lawmakers should re-think how their their current name, image and likeness bill restricts college athletes

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PODCAST: ‘Hawk Central’ examines the latest outlook for CJ Fredrick

Chad Leistikow, Mark Emmert and Ross Peterson discuss the fun season of Iowa basketball, the post-Illinois flare-up and what needs to happen to challenge for a Big Ten title.

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Big Ten Women’s Swim and Diving Championships gallery: photos from day one of competition

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Pemsl plans on stepping up for No. 20 Hawkeyes

The junior forward sat out his second suspension of the season, but came back with a new determination to not lot his teammates down.

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Ohio State’s D.J. Carton ruled out for Iowa game

The former All-Iowa basketball player of the year from Bettendorf has returned home while he addresses his mental health issues.

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Luka Garza on the value of Cordell Pemsl

Iowa center Luka Garza discusses the role Cordell Pemsl plays on the team, and how difficult it can be to handle the Hawkeyes' big lineup. Listen:

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Cordell Pemsl is gaining confidence

Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl talks about the confidence he gained from a big performance against Minnesota. He wants that to be the norm. Listen:

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The 50 best Iowa high school wrestlers ever

Let the Iowa high school wrestling debate begin.

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When a donor confused Spencer Lee for a bellhop

Ahead of Iowa's dual against Oklahoma State, Tom Brands explained how Spencer Lee's unassuming nature garners him so much respect.

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Brands: Austin DeSanto ‘is not a circus act’

Iowa wrestling coach Tom Brands says post-match antics from 133-pounder Austin DeSanto need to stop.

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From the archives: Early years of Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City

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Leistikow: Brands’ passionate answer underscores DeSanto’s importance

With Penn State looking like it has five potential NCAA finalists again, Tom Brands has a good reason for not wanting to lose his fiery 133-pounder.

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Des Moines metro could have 2 regional water utilities

West Des Moines Water Works is considering split from Des Moines Water Works. The two cities' neighbors weigh status quo or joining one or the other.

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See new public art coming to the Des Moines area

Public art is spreading from downtown Des Moines to metro area parks and trails. Check out the newest projects and what's planned for coming months.

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Iowa men clinging to top-20 spot after key road split

Sunday's comeback at Minnesota kept the Hawkeyes treading water, both in the Big Ten Conference gauntlet and in the national polling picture.

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Wirfs, Epenesa in 1st round in pre-Combine NFL mock draft

The two Iowa stars are expected to turn heads in the athletic testing in Indy.

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Iowa’s Kriener enjoys his Minnesota moment

Hawkeye center gets a rare start, and responds with 10 points and four blocked shots, including the defensive play of the game late to preserve win.

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Hawkeyes extend lengthy streaks in routing Wisconsin

Back at home after Thursday's disappointment, Iowa took care of Wisconsin without any issues.

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Ryan Kriener on a never-give-up Hawkeye team

Iowa senior Ryan Kriener describes how his team was able to dominate the final five minutes to derail Minnesota on Sunday. Listen:

4 days ago

Podcast: On Iowa’s big road win at Minnesota

Iowa's most improbable win of the basketball season yet? Probably. Chad Leistikow breaks down the 58-55 win at Minnesota.

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Photos: Iowa Hawkeyes center Luka Garza

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The Hawkeyes were happy to bounce back Sunday against Wisconsin

The Hawkeyes were happy to bounce back Sunday against Wisconsin.

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Iowa must move on from winning weekend with big stretch ahead

Despite a winning weekend that began with two victories, Iowa's opening series ended with a tough late-inning loss to Pittsburgh. The Hawkeyes must move on now.

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Evelyn’s free throws help lift Iowa to road win

The graduate transfer was averaging only 2.6 points per game, but Evelyn came up big when it mattered and Iowa scored final 11 points in 58-55 win.

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Luka Garza had to watch end of game from bench

Iowa center Luka Garza talks about his reaction to fouling out and having to watch the end of Sunday's win from the bench. Listen:

4 days ago

Bakari Evelyn on the shots that sunk Minnesota

Iowa guard Bakari Evelyn on tuning out the crowd noise, making key free throws and helping his team get a big road victory. Hear more:

4 days ago

No. 17 Iowa pulls out a win at Minnesota

The Hawkeyes score 11 points in final 5:21 while Gophers founder to earn 58-55 victory in Williams Arena.

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Iowa wrestling wins Big Ten regular-season dual title

Austin DeSanto and Max Murin returned to Iowa's lineup, helping the Hawkeyes trounce Minnesota on Saturday.

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Iowa’s Max Murin: ‘It felt amazing’ to be back

Iowa's Max Murin defeated Minnesota All-American Mitch McKee, 6-4, on Saturday.

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