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Jim Zabel, whose voice kept Hawkeye radio listeners entertained and on the edge of their seats for more than half a century, passed away yesterday in his Scottsdale, Ariz., home at the age of 91. For many, Zabel’s voice is the voice of the Hawkeyes.
The University of Iowa Alumni Association had the privilege of working with…
The Hawkeyes are headed back to Chicago this month for the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament, and we hope to see you there. Join the National I-Club and the University of Iowa Alumni Association at Park Tavern for our next Hawkeye Huddle. Enjoy a number of different pre-game activities before the Hawkeyes take on their first-round opponent in the United…
Brittany Weil, 09BA
Iowa softball star, 2006-2009
Brittany Weil, 09BA, bounced back from a life-threatening head injury to become one of the most decorated softball players in Hawkeye history.
As a UI sophomore, Weil was hit in the head during practice by a line drive that nearly ended her softball career. After spending a week in the hospital and another five weeks relearning…
BO PORTER, 94BA
Iowa baseball and football player, 1990-1994
Marquis “Bo” Porter, 94BA, dominated the baseball and football fields at Iowa. As the baseball team’s starting centerfielder in 1993, he hit .318 with 33 RBIs, eight doubles, four home runs, and nine stolen bases. On the gridiron as a senior, the defensive back became a three-year letterman and the Hawkeyes’ most valuable…
The Iowa men’s basketball team will never forget the legend of Chris Street. On January 19, 1993, an unprecedented wave of sorrow swept across Iowa. Chris Street, a gifted Hawkeye basketball player from Indianola, died that evening when his car collided with a snowplow following a team dinner in north Iowa City.
The tragedy left an entire state in shock. The…
Are you ready for some basketball? We hope to see you in Des Moines this Saturday for the Hawkeye Huddle at the Iowa Events Center’s Hy-Vee Hall, 730 Third St., Des Moines. Admission is free and highlights include special guest speakers, door prizes, the Iowa cheerleaders and dance team, Herky, cash refreshments and concessions, and the Hawkeye Marching…
Before the first snap of today’s football game, three special citizens of Iowa and Nebraska will be recognized for their extraordinary acts of service. This is the spirit of the Heroes Game, a new Big 10 tradition that began just last year.
This year, representing Nebraska, Jason Parks of Omaha will be honored for his courage in rescuing a…
In the 57 Iowa vs. Michigan football matchups so far, Michigan holds a 40-13-4 record over the Hawkeyes. But, in recent years, Iowa has ruled the series. It’s fair to say Michigan might be out for revenge tomorrow.
In 2002, a season we all know and love, the Hawks’ recorded their first road win against Michigan since…
We invite you to join us for football’s final Hawkeye Huddle from 9 to 11 a.m. EST on Saturday, November 17, at the Kensington Court hotel, 610 Hilton Blvd., in Ann Arbor, Mich.
Iowa River Landing has proudly presented the 2012 Iowa Football Hawkeye Huddle receptions at away football games this season. These free pregame parties, hosted by the…
Ready for some Iowa basketball? Head to Carver-Hawkeye Arena tonight for a double helping of the Hawkeye hoopsters.
First up, watch the women take on Northern Illinois at 5:30 p.m. in their season opener. Then stay to watch the men’s home opener at 8 p.m. against Texas-Pan American. Fans with a ticket for the men’s basketball game that evening…
