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Iowa-Penn State preview with Ben Jones | Hawk Off The Press
September 20, 2023 01:00 - 20 minutes - 48 MBThe Iowa-Penn State game is always one to look forward to when it's on the Big Ten football schedule, and the latest chapter is another Top 25 matchup Saturday night. Can the 24th-ranked Hawkeyes win in a Whiteout at No. 7 Penn State? Ben Jones of StateCollege.com joins The Gazette's John Steppe on this episode of the Hawk Off The Press to break down the game.
Drew Tate on his coaching journey, Kirk Ferentz's longevity | Hawk Off The Press
September 13, 2023 17:00 - 20 minutes - 46 MBFormer Iowa quarterback Drew Tate is the guest on this week’s Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe. Now an assistant coach with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Tate talks about his coaching journey in the Canadian Football League, his time as an assistant at Northern Iowa, what impresses him about Kirk Ferentz’s coaching career and more.
Iowa 20, Iowa State 13: Same old formula works | The Final Score
September 10, 2023 02:20 - 7 minutes - 16.6 MBDefense, special teams and mostly mistake-free football. The same old formula worked for Iowa in its 20-13 win over Iowa State on Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium to take back the Cy-Hawk Trophy. John Steppe and Mike Hlas have postgame takeaways.
Cy-Hawk 2023 preview with Rob Gray | Hawk Off The Press
September 07, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 47.7 MBIowa State needed just 10 points to recapture the Cy-Hawk trophy last season, beating Iowa for the first time since 2014. Is another low-scoring game in store Saturday in Ames, or will the offenses answer early-season questions? The Gazette's John Steppe and Rob Gray preview the game on this episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast.
No. 25 Iowa 24, Utah State 14: Not a thing of beauty, but not 2022 | The Final Score
September 02, 2023 23:48 - 16 minutes - 37.6 MBIowa's 24-14 win over Utah State wasn't a thing of beauty, but it wasn't 2022. The Gazette's John Steppe and Mike Hlas discuss their postgame takeaways on The Final Score.
Will Iowa's offense be adequate this season? | Hawk Off The Press
August 31, 2023 21:30 - 9 minutes - 20.9 MBWill Cade McNamara play Saturday? Will the offensive line be improved? Will the Iowa offense be ... adequate? The Gazette's Mike Hlas isn't quite ready for summer to be over but he and John Steppe discuss those questions and more on this week's Hawk Off The Press podcast ahead of Saturday's Iowa football season opener.
Iowa field hockey preview with Lisa Cellucci
August 24, 2023 16:52 - 9 minutes - 22.8 MBUnsurprisingly, the Iowa field hockey program enters the fall with high expectations again. This year’s Hawkeyes are ranked seventh in the country and will be counting on some talented newcomers to make an immediate impact. Head coach Lisa Cellucci joins The Gazette's John Steppe on the podcast this week to preview the season and discuss her impressions of interim athletics director Beth Goetz.
Post-Kids' Day mailbag | Hawk Off The Press
August 18, 2023 16:59 - 21 minutes - 49.1 MBIt’s time for a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast after a busy week of the Iowa football program’s interaction with the media, including media day and the Kids’ Day open practice, plus interim athletics director Beth Goetz’s introductory press conference. Topics include quarterback Cade McNamara, special assistant to the head coach Jon Budmayr, offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz’s contract and more. Contribute to future mailbag episodes by joining our free Hawkeye text gro...
Big Ten expansion, gambling investigation, Iowa’s offense: Media day topics with John Bohnenkamp | Hawk Off The Press
August 09, 2023 20:00 - 35 minutes - 82.2 MBIowa sportswriter John Bohnenkamp is the guest on this week’s Hawk Off The Press podcast to preview Iowa football media day topics. Included in this week’s discussion: • How Oregon and Washington joining the Big Ten will impact Iowa and college football as a whole. • The latest in the Iowa sports gambling investigation and what we still don’t know. • What will the Iowa offense look like?
One year in: A Swarm Collective update with Brad Heinrichs | Hawk Off The Press
July 26, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes - 58.1 MBAbout a year after starting the Swarm Collective, founder and CEO Brad Heinrichs joins The Gazette's John Steppe on the Hawk Off The Press podcast for an update on Swarm's progress, goals and relationship with University of Iowa athletics.
Jay Niemann describes his responsibilities at Iowa and his coaching journey | Hawk Off The Press
July 19, 2023 17:15 - 24 minutes - 56.4 MBIowa assistant defensive line coach and defensive recruiting coordinator Jay Niemann is the guest on this week’s Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe. Niemann, who’s made multiple other coaching stops in Iowa — including as head coach at Simpson College — describes what he watches for during games, what he learned as a head coach, how he recruits high-profile Iowa high school prospects, his transfer portal philosophy, Iowa’s 2023 defensive line and more.
Inside the Hawkeyes’ special teams success with LeVar Woods | Hawk Off The Press
July 07, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 68 MBIowa special teams coordinator LeVar Woods is the guest on this week’s Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe. Woods talks about the key to Iowa’s field-goal consistency, how he structures practice and how players are evaluated for special teams, his coaching mentors, recruiting — including a potential pipeline in Arizona — why he’s stayed at Iowa and more.
Mailbag: Why hasn’t the Iowa gambling investigation been resolved yet? | Hawk Off The Press
June 23, 2023 17:09 - 11 minutes - 26.6 MBHawkeye fans had questions about the ongoing Iowa gambling investigation, Iowa’s wide receiver depth, the offensive line and more topics for a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe.
Doug Lesmerises on the future of Big Ten scheduling | Hawk Off The Press
June 14, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 98.9 MBCleveland.com and Cleveland Plain Dealer columnist Doug Lesmerises is the guest on this week’s Hawk Off The Press podcast. We break down what the recently-revised 2024 and 2025 Big Ten football schedules mean for the conference and Iowa. Plus, what Doug expects from the Hawkeye offense and Ohio State transfer Kaleb Brown this fall.
Iowa baseball 2023 season review with Rick Heller
June 07, 2023 17:30 - 23 minutes - 53.6 MBIowa baseball coach Rick Heller is the guest on this week’s podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe Heller reviews a 2023 season that resulted in an NCAA regional bid but was also “a season of near-misses,” looks back at the Hawkeyes’ regional games and details how the team will look to improve, including via the transfer portal.
Mike Hlas on Gary Barta's retirement, Iowa's AD search | Hawk Off The Press
June 01, 2023 13:16 - 23 minutes - 54.4 MBThe Gazette's Mike Hlas joins John Steppe on this week's Hawk Off The Press podcast to discuss athletics director Gary Barta's legacy following his retirement announcement, plus what Iowa should be looking for in its search to replace Barta. Iowa announced Thursday morning (after this podcast was recorded) that Beth Goetz will be its interim AD.
Mailbag: Answering your questions about sports betting rules, transfer portal developments and more
May 16, 2023 21:00 - 20 minutes - 47.9 MBWhat eligibility concerns might arise for Iowa athletes involved in the sports betting investigation? The Gazette's John Steppe answers to kick off a mailbag episode. Other questions include: Where could Erick All fit in Iowa's offense? What are the latest transfer portal developments in wrestling and basketball?
What we know about sports betting investigations at Iowa and Iowa State
May 10, 2023 17:00 - 9 minutes - 22.5 MBQuestions still outnumber answers after revelations that University of Iowa and Iowa State University athletes are under investigation for online sports wagering. The Gazette's John Steppe and Erin Murphy break down what we know and what questions remain on the latest episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast.
How Iowa softball is turning its program around
May 10, 2023 13:30 - 11 minutes - 26.2 MBIowa softball coach Renee Gillispie joins the Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe ahead of the Hawkeyes’ Big Ten tournament game Wednesday against Maryland (4:30 p.m., BTN). Gillispie breaks down how Iowa went from 3-20 in the Big Ten last year to 10-13 this season and a bright future for the program that includes facility renovations.
Mailbag: Thoughts on Kaleb Brown, Iowa’s transfer portal strategy and more
May 05, 2023 17:20 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MBIt’s a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast, starting with John Steppe's thoughts on Iowa receiving a commitment from Ohio State transfer wide receiver Kaleb Brown. Questions about Iowa’s strategy in the transfer portal in football and men’s and women’s basketball are also included. Sign up for our free text group and contribute to future mailbag episodes by visiting joinsubtext.com/hawkeyes.
What to watch for as Iowa wraps up spring football | Hawk Off The Press
April 19, 2023 00:30 - 43 minutes - 100 MBWhat questions do the Hawkeyes need to answer? What will we be watching in Saturday’s spring finale at Kinnick Stadium? HawkeyeReport.com’s Tom Kakert joins the Hawk Off The Press podcast as the Iowa football team wraps up 2023 spring practices this week.
Senior Bowl executive director evaluates Iowa’s NFL Draft prospects | Hawk Off The Press
April 12, 2023 17:30 - 12 minutes - 29.1 MBSenior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy got an up-close view of Iowa defensive backs Riley Moss and Kaevon Merriweather as they prepared for the NFL Draft and evaluates the pro prospects on this episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast. The longtime NFL scout also offers his thoughts on tight end Sam LaPorta and linebacker Jack Campbell.
Mailbag: Transfer portal possibilities, championship game officiating and more April talking points
April 06, 2023 16:18 - 21 minutes - 48.8 MBIt’s a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast, with questions covering multiple Hawkeye sports, including football, basketball, baseball and softball. Among the topics: What are the possibilities for Iowa’s basketball teams in the transfer portal? Where does Iowa football turn at receiver now that Brody Brecht is focusing on baseball? Where will Iowa’s prospects be selected in the NFL Draft? What can be done about women’s basketball officiating? What’s the latest with the Ha...
Necole Tunsil went to the Final Four in 1993 and is cheering on the Hawkeyes 30 years later
March 29, 2023 17:00 - 11 minutes - 27 MBFormer Iowa women's basketball player Necole Tunsil joins The Gazette's John Steppe on this episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast to talk about Iowa's first Final Four team in 1993 and what it's like watching this year's team.
Iowa's road to the Final Four
March 22, 2023 17:00 - 9 minutes - 22.7 MBThe Gazette's John Steppe and Jeff Linder discuss the Iowa women's basketball team's NCAA second-round win over Georgia and the Hawkeyes' road to the Final Four. » Iowa basketball coverage on TheGazette.com » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Sign up for our free Hawk Off The Press newsletter
NCAA wrestling takeaways: What is Spencer Lee's legacy? | Pinning Combination
March 22, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 220 MBAfter a weekend of upsets and thrilling wrestling in Tulsa, Okla., the final 2022-23 edition of the Pinning Combination podcast with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs is here to break down all the action from the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. What’s Spencer Lee’s legacy? Did Iowa, Iowa State and Northern Iowa meet expectations? And what will those programs look like next season? » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverag...
NCAA wrestling preview and predictions | Pinning Combination
March 15, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 203 MBIt’s the final week of the college wrestling season, with Tulsa, Okla., set to host the 2023 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. The Pinning Combination podcast with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs is here to break it all down, with a weight-by-weight look at the tournament, team predictions and more. We also have takeaways from last week’s tournaments, NCAA Division II in Cedar Rapids, NCAA Division III and NAIA women. 0:45 - NCAA Division II takeaways 20:0...
Tournament takeaways: NCWWC, Big Ten, Big 12 | Pinning Combination
March 09, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 204 MBChampions were crowned across all levels of college wrestling last weekend. The Pinning Combination podcast with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs is here to break it all down. We have takeaways from the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships in Cedar Rapids, the Big Ten and Big 12 tournaments and more. Plus, a look at what’s coming up this week, including the NCAA Division II and Division III championships. 1:01 - National Collegiate Women's Wrestl...
Mailbag: 1-seed for Iowa women? What’s next after settlement in football racial discrimination lawsuit?
March 08, 2023 17:27 - 16 minutes - 38.6 MBIt’s a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast, focusing on the Iowa women’s basketball team’s run to the Big Ten tournament championship and the $4.2 million settlement in a racial discrimination lawsuit brought by former Hawkeye football players against the University of Iowa. Among the questions: Has Iowa done enough to get a 1-seed in the NCAA women’s basketball tournament? What is Iowa athletic director Gary Barta’s future? Contribute to future mailbag episodes by joining ...
What to expect in the Big Ten Wrestling Championships | Pinning Combination
March 02, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 222 MBIt’s all about the postseason now on the Pinning Combination with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and hall of fame coach Dick Briggs. This week’s episode previews the Big Ten Wrestling Championships. Will Iowa challenge Penn State? Which wrestlers are poised to finish better than their seeds? Plus, a look at the top Iowa storylines across all levels of college wrestling as the postseason continues. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » ...
Joey Woody and Iowa track and field have championship expectations
February 24, 2023 16:15 - 12 minutes - 27.6 MBIowa director of track and field and cross country Joey Woody is the guest on this week’s show, hosted by The Gazette's John Steppe. Woody discusses his expectations for the Big Ten indoor track and field championships and, the breakout athletes on this year’s Hawkeye teams and what to watch for in the outdoor season.
Iowa's win over Oklahoma State and Spencer Lee's Carver-Hawkeye sendoff | Pinning Combination
February 23, 2023 00:30 - 26 minutes - 61.7 MBOn this episode of the Pinning Combination podcast with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher, Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs sets the scene at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, where Spencer Lee wrestled his last home match as a Hawkeye and Iowa beat Oklahoma State. Plus, a look at what else happened in college wrestling last week, including Iowa State’s loss to Missouri and David Carr’s big win. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » Full Pinn...
Catching up with ambitious Iowa gymnastics and tennis coaches
February 16, 2023 23:00 - 27 minutes - 62.5 MBThe Gazette's John Steppe interviews two guests on this week's show: Iowa gymnastics coach Larissa Libby and Iowa tennis coach Sasha Schmid. Libby talks about getting a young team with seven freshmen up to speed, competing at Xtream Arena and her goals for hosting the Big Ten Championships in March. Schmid discusses her team’s turnaround so far in 2023, having former player Elise van Heuvelen Treadwell on staff and how she recruits internationally.
Answering your questions about Brian Ferentz contract changes | Hawk Off The Press
February 10, 2023 17:05 - 19 minutes - 44.7 MBIt’s a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe, centering on Iowa’s announced changes to offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz’s contract. So what exactly do the new incentives mean? And how likely is Ferentz to hit them in 2023? Also: What does a successful 2023 season look like for Iowa? Will Iowa’s offensive line improve? You can contribute to future episodes by signing up for Hawkeye text group. » Subscribe to the Hawk Off The Press newsletter »...
Iowa sticks with Brian Ferentz. What now? | Hawk Off The Press
February 02, 2023 23:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MBDavid Eickholt of 247Sports joins The Gazette's John Steppe on the Hawk Off The Press podcast this week to help break down Wednesday’s Iowa football press conference, in which Kirk Ferentz said he doesn’t plan on any staff changes this offseason despite fans calling for a change at offensive coordinator. What does that mean for the 2023 season? » Watch Hawk Off The Press episodes on YouTube » Subscribe to the Hawk Off The Press newsletter » Iowa football coverage on TheGazette.com
Iowa-Penn State takeaways and the folkstyle-freestyle debate | Pinning Combination
February 01, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 76.6 MBThis week’s episode of the Pinning Combination podcast with Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs features takeaways from No. 2 Iowa’s dual loss at No. 1 Penn State. Also: Tom Brands’ comments and the folkstyle-freestyle debate. How Northern Iowa and Iowa State fared against Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. Wartburg wins the Battle of the Burgs. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » Full Pinning Combination episodes on YouTube
No. 2 vs. No. 1: Previewing Friday's Iowa-Penn State dual | Pinning Combination
January 25, 2023 23:00 - 59 minutes - 137 MBThis week’s episode of the Pinning Combination podcast with Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs features a preview of Friday’s No. 2-vs.-No. 1 dual between Iowa and Penn State. Also: Just how incredible has this stretch of wrestling from Spencer Lee been? A look at the historical perspective. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » Full Pinning Combination episodes on YouTube
Our favorite Carver-Hawkeye Arena wrestling memories | Pinning Combination
January 18, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 117 MBThis week’s Pinning Combination podcast with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs starts with some reminiscing — our favorite wrestling memories in 40 years of Carver-Hawkeye Arena. We also look back at the week in college wrestling, including Iowa’s win over Northwestern. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » Full Pinning Combination episodes on YouTube
Jess Settles on Chris Street and Iowa basketball
January 18, 2023 20:00 - 29 minutes - 68.1 MBCollege basketball analyst and former Iowa basketball player Jess Settles is the guest on this week’s Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe. Thirty years after the tragic death of Iowa’s Chris Street, Settles talks about his memories, Street’s legacy and the new Big Ten Network documentary. Settles also breaks down what has keyed the Iowa men’s basketball team’s current four-game winning streak and what it has been like watching his cousin, former Iowa tight end George ...
Robert Gallery reflects on a Hall of Fame Iowa career | Hawk Off The Press
January 12, 2023 17:00 - 15 minutes - 35.7 MBRobert Gallery got the news this week that he is a College Football Hall of Famer. The former Iowa offensive lineman joined the Hawk Off The Press podcast to discuss what that means to him and to reflect on his time as a Hawkeye.
Evaluating Iowa wrestling's first Big Ten duals of 2023 | Pinning Combination
January 11, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MBIowa opened its Big Ten wrestling slate with a lackluster win over Illinois, then followed it with an aggressive showing against Purdue. What did we learn about the Hawkeyes over the weekend? The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs discuss on this episode of the Pinning Combination. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » Full Pinning Combination episodes on YouTube
Soldier Salute Iowa wrestling takeaways | Pinning Combination
January 04, 2023 23:00 - 58 minutes - 133 MBThe Pinning Combination podcast is back from the holiday break! The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs look back at the inaugural Soldier Salute at Xtream Arena — what we learned about the Iowa men and women and what the future of the event looks like. » Follow On Iowa Sports on Twitter and Facebook » Iowa wrestling coverage on The Gazette.com » Full Pinning Combination episodes on YouTube
Iowa beats Kentucky 21-0 in the Music City Bowl | The Final Score
December 31, 2022 23:38 - 15 minutes - 35.4 MBThe Gazette's John Steppe and Mike Hlas break down Iowa's 21-0 Music City Bowl win over Kentucky on The Final Score podcast.
Music City Mailbag: Biggest recruiting loss? Is the offense progressing? | Hawk Off The Press
December 30, 2022 14:25 - 14 minutes - 33.6 MBBefore Iowa kicks off against Kentucky in the Music City Bowl on Saturday, our Hawkeye text group members sent in questions for a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast with The Gazette's John Steppe. Among the questions: How has Iowa quarterback Joe Labas looked in practice? Biggest recruiting loss: Kyler Kasper or Kadyn Proctor? What does Iowa’s receiving corps look like? Is the “new and improved” Iowa offense progressing? Where does Kentucky’s roster stand entering the bo...
Why Music City Bowl picked Iowa | Hawk Off The Press
December 16, 2022 14:14 - 12 minutes - 27.8 MBMusic City Bowl CEO Scott Ramsey joins this week’s episode of the Hawk Off the Press podcast to discuss what went into setting up the Iowa-Kentucky matchup, why Iowa stood out to Music City Bowl organizers and more.
United World Wrestling’s World Cup | Pinning Combination
December 14, 2022 22:18 - 1 hour - 175 MBK.J. Pilcher and Dick Briggs share their impression of the United World Wrestling’s World Cup, breakdown college and high school results and look ahead to upcoming tournaments.
Mailbag: Why are defensive players transferring? How will Iowa fill open skill positions? | Hawk Off The Press
December 08, 2022 22:33 - 22 minutes - 51.9 MBIt’s time for a mailbag episode of the Hawk Off The Press podcast. You can contribute to future mailbag episodes by joining our free Hawkeye text group. Among this week’s questions: Why are defensive players entering the transfer portal? What’s Brian Ferentz’s status? How will Iowa fill open skill positions? What should we expect from quarterbacks Joe Labas and Carson May?
Cy-Hawk wrestling didn't disappoint | Pinning Combination
December 08, 2022 01:45 - 43 minutes - 99 MBWe hyped it up last week and for good reason. No. 2 Iowa's 18-15 win over No. 7 Iowa State in the annual Cy-Hawk dual last Sunday didn't disappoint. The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame Coach Dick Briggs break it down on this week's Pinning Combination podcast.
What this week's transfer portal news means for Iowa football | Hawk Off The Press
December 02, 2022 18:57 - 14 minutes - 33.8 MBIowa secured a commitment out of the transfer portal from Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara. Now the Hawkeyes need to add some receivers after more departures this week. On this week's Hawk Off The Press podcast, The Gazette's John Steppe and Mike Hlas break down the latest transaction news and what it signals about the Iowa football program’s future.
Cy-Hawk weight-by-weight breakdown: Will we see Spencer Lee? | Pinning Combination
December 01, 2022 02:28 - 1 hour - 202 MBThe Pinning Combination is back! The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs talk all things Iowa wrestling. Our first episode of 2022-23 features a weight-by-weight preview of Sunday's Cy-Hawk dual between Iowa and Iowa State. Will we see Spencer Lee?