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University of Iowa seeks approval for new field hockey building, major Carver-Hawkeye Arena renovation
IOWA CITY — The University of Iowa is seeking approval from the Iowa Board of Regents to move forward with planning for two major athletics facility projects, including a new field hockey operations building and a proposed modernization of Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
The field hockey project would create a new operations building next to Grant Field, giving one of Iowa’s most successful programs a dedicated home for team activities. The project carries an estimated budget of $8.65 million and would be paid for entirely through donor support.
If approved, construction on the field hockey building is expected to begin this summer, with completion targeted for summer 2027.

Women’s College Wrestling: Iowa State Cyclones announce new additions to roster
AMES – The Iowa State women’s wrestling program has announced the addition of four signees. Of the batch, ISU has added two high schoolers and two transfers.
With today’s four signings, Iowa State’s incoming roster now sits at six student-athletes.

Women’s College Basketball: Iowa State assistant Jodi Steyer retires From coaching
AMES – After 24 seasons with Iowa State women’s basketball and 31 years in coaching, Cyclone associate head coach Jodi Steyer is retiring.
Steyer announced her retirement from coaching on April 22 with a statement on social media, noting “this time last year, I decided this season would be my last so I could focus on family responsibilities. Since that time, my dad passed away which reinforced retirement was the right choice.”

Big 12 building new replay center to speed reviews, add more transparency for fans
IRVING, Texas — The Big 12 Conference is making a major technology investment aimed at improving replay reviews, game management and fan transparency across college sports.

Women’s College Basketball: Iowa, UConn agree to series with Carver-Hawkeye return in 2027-28
IOWA CITY — Two of the most recognizable names in women’s college basketball are putting another major date on the schedule.

UNI Panthers to induct six individuals, including Super Bowl Champion Kurt Warner, into Hall of Fame
CEDAR FALLS – A world champion quarterback, All-Americans, a national champion, an institutional pioneer and legendary voices highlight the UNI Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame class of 2026.