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Iowa shells OSU, gutting Buckeyes’ NCAA hopes with blowout
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Iowa shells OSU, gutting Buckeyes’ NCAA hopes with blowout

Ohio State’s NCAA tournament hopes took a major hit with a 74-57 loss at Iowa, drowning in a 21-1 run that followed an early 14-2 surge by OSU and left the Buckeyes staring at a 37-23 halftime deficit. Iowa’s Bennett Stirtz (22) and Alvaro Folgueiras (20) led the scoring on a night Ohio State couldn’t muster consistency as Bruce Thornton was held to 10 and Mobley (15) and Royal (16) paced the Scarlet and Gray. The loss drops OSU to 17-11 (9-8 Big Ten) and sets up a must-win clash with No. 8 Purdue as they chase an at-large bid, with questions looming after back-to-back defeats.

Sandfort Breaks Nebraska's Single-Season 3-Point Record as Iowa Beats No. 9 Nebraska
sports7 days ago

Sandfort Breaks Nebraska's Single-Season 3-Point Record as Iowa Beats No. 9 Nebraska

Unranked Iowa defeated No. 9 Nebraska 57-52 in Iowa City, with Pryce Sandfort scoring 13 points and breaking Nebraska’s single-season 3-point record with two made threes. Iowa’s Bennett Stirtz led all scorers with 25, and the Hawkeyes pulled away late thanks to strong free-throw shooting as Nebraska struggled offensively.

Iowa women hammer Nebraska to seal 10th straight 20-win season
sports9 days ago

Iowa women hammer Nebraska to seal 10th straight 20-win season

Iowa defeated Nebraska 80-67 to clinch its 10th consecutive 20-win season and move to 20-5 overall (11-3 Big Ten). Ava Heiden erupted for 27 points and 11 rebounds, while Taylor Stremlow added a career-best 17 points as Iowa built a 45-27 halftime lead before coasting. Nebraska’s Britt Prince was held to 13 points. Iowa also faced 20 turnovers but controlled the game and heads to a showdown at Purdue next.

Big Ten Announces 2026 Football Schedule With Indiana-Ohio State Highlight
sports29 days ago

Big Ten Announces 2026 Football Schedule With Indiana-Ohio State Highlight

The Big Ten revealed its 2026 football schedule during a network special, with a marquee Oct. 17 Indiana vs. Ohio State game in Bloomington (rematch of the 2025 title game), opening conference play Sept. 19–26 and ending with the Discover Big Ten Championship on Dec. 5 in Indianapolis. Four coaches will make conference debuts in Week 3–4 (Chesney vs. Purdue; Whittingham vs. Iowa; Fitzgerald vs. Nebraska; Campbell vs. Wisconsin). Some games may be moved to Fridays or other dates to fit TV schedules; kickoff times and TV designations will be announced later. Big Ten Media Days are July 28–30 in Chicago.

Indiana's second-half fade sinks 81-60 at Michigan State
sports1 month ago

Indiana's second-half fade sinks 81-60 at Michigan State

Indiana fell 81-60 at Michigan State, dropping to 12-5 overall and 3-3 in the Big Ten as the Hoosiers again collapsed after halftime. They committed 14 turnovers, leading to 29 MSU points and thriving in transition for the Spartans, while Indiana’s frontcourt struggled against MSU’s bigs. Tucker DeVries continued a shooting slump from long range, leaving Lamar Wilkerson as the only reliable 3-point threat. Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears Jr. dominated with 23 points and 10 assists, helping the Spartans pull away late.

Nebraska Favored Over Michigan State in Week 6 Matchup
sports4 months ago

Nebraska Favored Over Michigan State in Week 6 Matchup

Nebraska football, after starting as an underdog, is now a double-digit favorite over Michigan State in their upcoming game at Memorial Stadium, with betting lines favoring the Huskers. Both teams are seeking their first Big Ten wins of the season, and the game is set for Saturday at 3 p.m. CDT, with Nebraska's coach emphasizing the importance of focus amid college football parity.

Big Ten Unveils 2025 Football Schedules with Key Matchups
sports1 year ago

Big Ten Unveils 2025 Football Schedules with Key Matchups

The Big Ten Conference has released its 2025 football schedule, which will be the second season featuring 18 teams and no divisional format, using the Flex Protect XVIII model. This model includes protected and rotating opponents, with each team playing nine intraconference games and facing every other conference team at least twice over a period. The season will end with the Big Ten Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium, featuring the top two teams in the conference standings.

Kirk Herbstreit Calls for Tougher Penalties on College Football Brawls
sports1 year ago

Kirk Herbstreit Calls for Tougher Penalties on College Football Brawls

Kirk Herbstreit has called for strict consequences for players involved in college football postgame brawls, suggesting they should miss subsequent games to uphold sportsmanship. This follows a weekend of multiple fights, including a notable incident between Michigan and Ohio State, which led to fines for both schools by the Big Ten Conference. Herbstreit emphasized the need for accountability to maintain the integrity of college football.

Nebraska Volleyball Dominates Iowa, Extends Unbeaten Streak to 40-0
sports1 year ago

Nebraska Volleyball Dominates Iowa, Extends Unbeaten Streak to 40-0

Nebraska's volleyball team continued its dominance over Iowa, sweeping the Hawkeyes 25-9, 25-16, 25-17 to maintain a perfect 40-0 all-time record against them. The Huskers, led by setter Bergen Reilly and standout performances from Harper Murray and others, showcased a strong offensive game with a .472 hitting percentage. Nebraska remains undefeated in Big Ten play and prepares to face No. 6 Wisconsin in their final regular-season match.

Indiana Extends Coach Cignetti's Contract Through 2032 After 10-0 Start
sports1 year ago

Indiana Extends Coach Cignetti's Contract Through 2032 After 10-0 Start

Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti has signed a new contract with the university through 2032, significantly increasing his annual salary to $8 million with an additional $1 million retention bonus. This extension follows Indiana's historic 10-0 start under Cignetti, who has transformed the program into a national contender. The deal also includes increased resources for his coaching staff. Cignetti's leadership has revitalized the team, making Indiana a formidable force in college football and enhancing the university's athletic reputation.

Oregon Faces Tough Test Against Wisconsin in College Football Showdown
sports1 year ago

Oregon Faces Tough Test Against Wisconsin in College Football Showdown

CBS college football analyst Brian Jones predicts an upset in Week 12, picking Wisconsin to defeat the top-ranked Oregon Ducks in their first Big Ten matchup. Despite Oregon's undefeated season and Wisconsin's recent struggles, including a season-ending injury to Tyler Van Dyke, Jones believes the Badgers can surprise the Ducks. Oregon is currently a 14.5-point favorite, and a Wisconsin victory would significantly impact the College Football Playoff rankings and the Big Ten Conference standings.