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Edwards is one of five players in NBA history that currently leads their draft class in total points, free throws made, steals and three-pointers made, joining Paul George (2010), Chris Paul (2005), Jamal Crawford (2000) and Magic Johnson (1979).

How far can the Timberwolves go?

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer May 7, 2025

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards exited Crypto.com Arena with a message to the world after his squad’s 103-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.  “Ant-Man, Batman, Superman … Lakers...

The Panthers opened game two against the Beacons early and never looked back as they cruised to a 6-1 victory in game two of the series at Robinson-Dresser.

Panther softball goes 3-0 in weekend bout against Valparaiso

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer May 7, 2025

The Panther softball team opened up their weekend against the Valparaiso Beacons, which saw four and a half scoreless innings. With runners on first and second, Addison McElrath ended that by launching...

Freshman Wesley Rubin is currently in the transfer portal, looking for a new team to call home.

UNI Basketball Transfer Portal update

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer May 7, 2025

The Northern Iowa men’s basketball team is busy using the transfer portal. Coach Ben Jacobson added three players to the roster in April. One of the top priorities this offseason was finding some big-man...

Caitlin Clark launched a 3-pointer near the "22" logo on Iowa's Carver-Hawkeye Arena court.

Clark Returns to Iowa City

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer May 7, 2025

On Sunday, May 4, the Indiana Fever played an exhibition game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City. Despite being an exhibition, the stadium was jam-packed with Iowa fans welcoming back Fever star, and...

Dončić ended the contest with 45 points, eight rebounds, six assists and four steals. He shot 16-28 from the floor, including 6-9 from behind the arc.

Luka Dončić did exactly what we thought he would

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer Apr 30, 2025

Over two months removed from what is now considered the most stunning trade in NBA history, Luka Dončić has acclimated to the bright lights of Los Angeles while donning the purple and gold. After a shaky...

UNI softball wrapped up its series against the Murray State Racers on Sunday at Robinson-Dresser Sports Complex.

Panthers softball falls 23-12 on the season

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer Apr 30, 2025

The Northern Iowa Softball team took one game in a three-game series versus Murray State last weekend. The Panthers took game one of the series on Friday, defeating the Racers 13-5 in five innings. Katelyn...

UNI and Southern Illinois split Saturday's doubleheader in Cedar Falls, with the Panthers nearly pulling off a comeback in an extra-inning loss in Game 1 before bouncing back to win Game 2 and secure the series. UNI rallied late to force extras in the opener but fell 12–6 after a nine-run eighth inning by the Salukis. In the nightcap, the Panthers jumped out to an early lead and held off a late SIU push to win 8–6 behind a strong offensive performance from Kylee Sanders.

UNI softball wins two out of three in series against Southern Illinois

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer Apr 30, 2025

Over the weekend, on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19, the UNI softball team played host to Southern Illinois. The teams played once on Friday, and played a doubleheader on Saturday. This was a...

The UNI softball team wrapped up the road portion of its MVC scheduled with game three of a series at Illinois State on Sunday.

UNI Softball goes 2-1 in series against Illinois State

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer Apr 29, 2025

UNI Softball opened its series opener against Illinois State this past weekend in Normal, Illinois. In the first game of action, the Panthers jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the second inning with a...

The 115th edition of the historic Drake Relays saw more history be made for the UNI track and field team this week as a pair of Panther field athletes claimed their first career Drake Relays crowns with another breaking an 18-year old school record.

Panthers roll at the Drake Relays

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer Apr 29, 2025

The Drake Relays are a highlight event for the state of Iowa. The four-day track and field meet ran from Wednesday, April 23, to Saturday, April 27. The meet invited professional, college, and high school...

The 2025 NFL draft was the 90th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players. The draft was held at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on April 24–26, 2025.

Winners and Losers of the NFL Draft

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer Apr 29, 2025

The 2025 NFL Draft was one for the ages. Players that many football fans thought would go high actually freefell, and some fans were surprised by their favorite team’s picks. Plenty of NFL teams feel...

The UNI women's tennis team dropped its opening round match of the 2025 Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) on Friday morning, falling 4-1 to Belmont at the Valpo Tennis Complex.

UNI women’s tennis loses first round of MVC tournament

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer Apr 29, 2025

On Friday, April 25, the UNI tennis team competed in the first round of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) tournament. The tournament was hosted by Valparaiso, in Indiana, and the Panthers matched up...

UNI softball keeps rolling with two wins over Southern Illinois

UNI softball wins two out of three in series against Southern Illinois

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer Apr 23, 2025

Over the weekend, on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19, the UNI softball team played host to Southern Illinois. The teams played once on Friday, and played a doubleheader on Saturday. This was a...

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