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Northern Iowan

Last Thursday, the WBB team travelled to Kentucky. Ultimately, UNI fell 91-96 in a high-point game. 

Panthers WBB falls to Racers in shootout

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer Feb 19, 2025

After defeating the former Missouri Valley Conference women’s basketball standings leader Belmont in Nashville on Feb. 13, the University of Northern Iowa traveled to Murray, Kentucky, to face Murray...

UNI Track and Field participated well in Wisconsin "Windy City" invite event.

UNI track flourishes in Wisconsin

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer Feb 19, 2025

The competition started off with the men’s long jump as Carter Morton placed second in the event with a jump of 7.42 meters as Josie Dunbar finished in sixth with a jump of 5.84 meters over in the women’s...

UNI Wrestling took down ISU wrestlers one by one this past Sunday. Attendance records were broken in the McLeod Center.

No. 4 Panthers beat No. 14 Iowa State on Senior Day

COHEN KAMAUS, Sports Editor Feb 19, 2025

Colin Realbuto looked as if he was going to drop his match on Senior Day. With about a minute left in the third period, Realbuto trailed Iowa State’s Paniro Johnson, 7-2. As he entered the down position,...

Players of the U.S.A. team went after the Canadian players after the United States National Anthem was booed.

4 Nations Face-Off thrives

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer Feb 19, 2025

The 4 Nations Face-Off has been a mid-season treat to Hockey fans all over the country. The event takes the best NHL players from each country and separates them into four teams: the United States, Canada,...

UNI Men's Basketball took home another victory on Monday, beating Murray State. The victory for the Panthers brings their record to 18-9 overall, and 12-4 in conference play.

Panther men beat Racers in Nashville

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer Feb 19, 2025

The UNI men’s basketball team traveled to Kentucky for a matchup with Murray State on Monday, Feb. 17. The game was originally scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 16, but after power problems in Murray State’s...

UNI Men's Basketball is finding their groove with win after win, leading them closer to championship possibilities. Photo courtesy of UNI Athletics.

Panther men pick up two conference wins

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer Feb 12, 2025

The University of Northern Iowa men’s basketball team finished last week 2-0 with wins against Missouri State and Illinois State. They have been keeping fans on the edge of their seats with both victories...

Caitlin Clark has made a huge impact on the world of Women's Basketball. Clark earned her spot in a Nike all-female advertisement that proved the strength of women in what may be a rough time for many.

Nike unveils Caitlin Clark Super Bowl commercial

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer Feb 12, 2025

The highlight of the Super Bowl every year is seeing all the fun ads that companies can put together in hopes of capturing the hearts and minds of viewers. One that made an impact was Nike’s all-female...

The WNBA has been a hot topic recently with the plays and moves these women are making. Each woman contributes their own chapter to the organization, which is what makes it so special.

The WNBA free agency shuffle

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Feb 12, 2025

Since the 2025 WNBA free agency period started in late January, the league has seen drastic changes to team rosters, effectively changing the 2025 draft outlook in the process. From shocking trades like...

Jalen Hurts, who had his lock-screen wallpaper as a photo of his previous Super Bowl loss, has now earned his trophy and ring.

Eagles soar in Super Bowl LIX victory

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer Feb 12, 2025

On Sunday, Feb. 9, the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs matched up to see who would be crowned champion, in the NFL’s 2025 Super Bowl. The game, which took place in New Orleans, featured...

Slovenian Luka Dončić has paved his own way in the NBA world. In his most recent game against Utah Jazz, Dončić scored 14 points.

The most shocking move in NBA history

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer Feb 12, 2025

On Feb. 2, 2025, basketball diehards, enthusiasts and fans opened social media in disbelief. A seemingly normal Saturday night became one of the most shocking, head-scratching and possibly pivotal moments...

The Northern Iowa women return to the McLeod Center on Friday, Feb.7, to host Bradley University in their second meeting of the season.

Panthers fall to in-state rival Drake

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer Feb 5, 2025

To conclude their three-game road stretch, the University of Northern Iowa women’s basketball team traveled to Des Moines, Iowa, to take on in-state rival Drake University. Each matchup between the two...

UNI Swim and Dive headed to Sioux Falls this past weekend to compete at the Coyote Invite, and brought home trophies for their case.

Panther swimmers and divers have a great weekend

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer Feb 5, 2025

The Panther swimmers headed to Sioux Falls this past weekend to compete at the Coyote Invite and brought home six titles. Swimming kicked off the two-day meet with the 200-yard free that saw Abby Lear,...

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