Sports

Displaying 1 - 50 of 78 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
1 MLB adjusting to new rule changes in 2023
Northern Iowan 119:50, p.6
Adam Johnson writes about the new rule changes that the Major League Baseball (MBL) implemented for the first time this 2023 season. The changes were created in hopes to make the game more enjoyable for fans since they have seen a decline in viewership the past few years; photo.
2 Letter from former NI sports writer
Northern Iowan 119:21, p.10
Sean Dengler writes about his memories as a sports writer for Northern Iowan in the mid 2010s.
3 The impact of the new NIL rules on collegiate athletics
Northern Iowan 118:11, p.6
Devon Canty discussed the impact name, image, and likeness (NIL) rule the NCAA passed. This rule allows student athletes to receive third-party compensation from endorsements relating to athletics.
4 Anti-transgender athletics bills harm everyone
Northern Iowan 117:54, p.3
In the author's opinion, the bills introduced across the nation unfairly target transgender athletes while ignoring the complex reality of advantages and disadvantages present in any sport and any participant; photo.
5 Pay for play, compensate student athletes
Northern Iowan 117:46, p.3
In the author's opinion, college student athletes should receive compensation due to their role in generating revenue from their schools. Horning discusses the NCAA's use of name, image, and likeness (NIL) of students and the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court Case NCAA vs. Alston.
6 UNI to add two new sports
Northern Iowan 117:46, p.8
A satire piece for April Fool's Day about two new sports coming to UNI in the Fall of 2021: ice skating and kite flying; photo.
7 Panthers spring back into action
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.6
Many sports return in the spring semester, including football and basketball, after not being able to play their regular seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic; photo.
8 UNI picked to finish third in Missouri Valley
Northern Iowan 117:17, p.6
UNI Karli Rucker was picked for the Missouri Valley Conference's women's basketball preseason all-conference team. Rucker was the lead scorer in the Panther's last season; photo.
9 Three Panthers stand out in the NFL
Northern Iowan 117:13, p.6
The author writes about three UNI alumni who have gone on to play in the National Football League (NFL): David Johnson, L. J. Fort, and Daurice Fountain; photos.
10 NFL week 3 recap: who looks legitimate so far?
Northern Iowan 117:13, p.6
The author gives their opinion and predictions on the 2020-2021 football season.
11 Catching up on the U.S. Open
Northern Iowan 117:7, p.6
An update on the 2020 U.S. Open.
12 Panther profile: Patriots' Xavier Williams
Northern Iowan 117:5, p.6
A profile of Xavier Williams, UNI alumni, now-NFL champion; photo.
13 Selection Sunday: who will cut the nets in Atlanta?
Northern Iowan 116:43, p.6
Schindler predicts what men's basketball teams will make it into the NCAA tournament on Selection Sunday, predicting UNI in a First Four game against Xavier. In the author's opinion, UNI should get an at-large bid because of their season aside from their tournament loss, and Auburn will will the championship; photos.
14 What is the XFL and why is it destined to fail?
Northern Iowan 116:40, p.3
In the author's opinion, the revival of the alternate football league XFL, despite new rules and increased access to the game, will not be enough for the league to survive; photo.
15 The value of sports and teamwork
Northern Iowan 116:16, p.3
Horning writes about the benefits of sports for building teamwork. In the author's opinion, these teamwork skills are valuable for life and can be transitioned to the larger world. Sports both create challenges and teach participants that challenges can be overcome; they also unify people together for a cause; photo.
16 NHL playoffs remain underrated despite upsets
Northern Iowan 115:54, p.6
Horning discusses the National Hockey League and upcoming Stanley Cup.
17 NBA Playoff predictions, Warriors fall in semis
Northern Iowan 115:53, p.6
Hansen predicts the NBA playoffs and says the Rockets will win.
18 Tiger Woods claims first major title since 2008
Northern Iowan 115:51, p.6
Potter discusses golfer Tiger Woods winning the Masters tournament.
19 Today we spell redemption: U-V-A
Northern Iowan 115:48, p.6
Horning writes about men's basketball March Madness and Virginia's championship victory; photo.
20 MLB Opening Day, who wins it all in 2019?
Northern Iowan 115:45, p.10
Hansen discusses the MLB's draft and opening day and predicts how teams will fare; photo.
21 NFL Mock Draft, The NI Edition
Northern Iowan 115:45, p.10
Clough gives opinions on the top 10 draftees for the 2019 NFL draft; photos.
22 DIII athlete changes Instagram bio
Northern Iowan 115:45, p.8
Satire article for April Fool's Day about a fictional college athlete who planned on being DI athlete but became a DIII athlete.
23 Clough and Q try out at pro day
Northern Iowan 115:45, p.8
Satire article for April Fool's Day about two non-athlete students taking part in an NFL draft day; photo.
24 March Madness- Who makes the Final Four
Northern Iowan 115:41, p.6

Hansen discusses the 2019 March Madness NCAA men's basketball tournament and predicts Tennessee, Duke, Houston, and the University of Central Florida will make the final four.

25 D.K. Metcalf shows athleticism
Northern Iowan 115:41, p.6
Potter discusses the 2019 NFL Combine, player D.K. Metcalf, and the upcoming draft; photo.
26 A tribute to Dwayne Wade and Dirk Nowitzki
Northern Iowan 115:39, p.6
Campbell discusses the NBA and players Dirk Nowitzki and Dwayne Wade.
27 Should I stay or should I go? The Zion edition
Northern Iowan 115:39, p.6
Potter discusses a basketball game between Duke and North Carolina, player Zion Williamson, and decisions whether to sit out of games to avoid injury.
28 NBA All Stars pick - Team Giannis or LeBron?
Northern Iowan 115:35, p.6
Campbell discusses opinions on the greatest NBA player of 2019 and the 2019 All-Star Game.
29 Patriots subdue Rams, give credit to defense
Northern Iowan 115:33, p.6
The New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 13-3, in Super Bowl LIII.
30 Patriots Vs. Rams Super Bowl
Northern Iowan 115:31, p.6
Potter discusses Super Bowl LIII, featuring the Patriots vs. Rams, and predicts the Patriots will win.
31 Coaches fired, Hunt released after week 13
Northern Iowan 115:27, p.6
Campbell discusses developments in professional football including the National Football League (NFL) and American Football Conference (AFC).
32 World Series: Red Sox ready for the Dodgers
Northern Iowan 115:17, p.6
Walsh discusses the upcoming baseball World Series and predicts the Red Sox will win over the Dodgers.
33 Who should get traded before the NFL deadline?
Northern Iowan 115:15, p.6
The author discusses National Football League (NFL) trading and teams.
34 Mahomes and Fitzpatrick: The hot hands in the NFL
Northern Iowan 115:11, p.6
Campell discusses National Football League quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Ryan Fitzpatrick; photos.
35 Between sports and politics, we are all one
Northern Iowan 115:8, p.3
Nicol draws comparisons between sports and politics and argues that neither should divide the nation or communities; photos.
36 Space Jam 2 is a go with LeBron James
Northern Iowan 115:8, p.6
The sequel to the 1996 movie "Space Jam" is set to star NBA player LeBron James; photos.
37 Williams fights for social justice
Northern Iowan 115:6, p.3
In the author's opinion, tennis player Serena Williams was treated unfairly in a racist and sexist way by the umpire in her game against Naomi Osaka; photos.
38 Opinion: Yankees-Cubs will make World Series
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.6
The author predicts that the New York Yankees will face the Chicago Cubs in the 2018 Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series; photo.
39 Kaepernick, Nike, and the unnecessary backlash
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.3
Wauters discusses the controversy surrounding football player Colin Kaepernick's decision to kneel during the national anthem, Nike's decision to use Kaepernick in one of their campaigns, and subsequent support and backlash. In the author's opinion, both showing respect for the country and calling attention to racial inequality and police brutality are important; photo.
40 NFL season kickoff one week away
Northern Iowan 115:3, p.6
Preston discusses the upcoming NFL (National Football League) season; photo.
41 Smith, Nurse headline Panthers summer highlights
Northern Iowan 115:1, p.13
A summary of the summer athletic wins including baseball, basketball, and track and field; photo.
42 Fantasy Football START & SIT
Northern Iowan 115:1, p.12
The author gives their perfect Fantasy Football lineup.
43 Cavaliers-Pacers playoff series heats up
Northern Iowan 114:54, p.6
The Cavaliers-Pacers feud continues on after the Cavaliers won.
44 Sports Editor, out!
Northern Iowan 114:53, p.6
Sports Editor Dylan Pady writes a goodbye to the Northern Iowan.
45 Boston youth leads Celtics to 2-0 advantage
Northern Iowan 114:52, p.6
The Boston Celtics leads with 2-0 without their stars Kyrie Irving and Gordan Hayward.
46 Barkley and Darnold among NFL draft favorites
Northern Iowan 114:51, p.7
The NFL draft season has begun.
47 Puck drops in the 2018 Stanley Cups Playoffs
Northern Iowan 114:51, p.7
The 2018 Stanley Cups Playoffs are here.
48 NBA Playoffs: Rockets lead power rankings
Northern Iowan 114:50, p.6
Sports Writer Jerrius Campbell reports on the potential rankings for the NBA Playoffs now that the regular season is coming to a close, photo.
49 McGregor attacks bus in New York
Northern Iowan 114:50, p.6
Sports Writer William Riepe reports on an attack of a New York bus by UFC champion Conor McGregor. McGregor was charged with three counts of assault and one count of criminal mischief, photo.
50 NFL: four teams have a shot at landing Cousins
Northern Iowan 114:43, p.6
Columnist Josh Dausener gives his input on which of four NFL teams may be able to land Kirk Cousins as their quarterback, photo.