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NCAA No. 2 Iowa women dominate NAIA No. 1 Life 35-6, shut out Missouri Valley, 42-0 in Iowa Duals

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January 21, 2024

NCAA No. 2 Iowa women dominate NAIA No. 1 Life 35-6, shut out Missouri Valley, 42-0 in Iowa Duals

IOWA CITY, Iowa – The second-ranked University of Iowa women’s wrestling team defeated Missouri Valley College and top-ranked NAIA, Life University in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday afternoon. The Hawkeyes outscored their opponents 77-47 in team points, recording five pins and ten technical falls.

Iowa started its day of competition with a 42-0, win over Missouri Valley College. Emilie Gonzalez, Brianna Gonzalez and Alivia White all notched wins via pin over their opponents in the first period. Ava Bayless, Emily Frost and Lilly Luft recorded, 11-0, tech. falls, while Felicity Taylor, Ella Schmit, and Bella Mir downed their opponents with 10-0 tech. falls.

The Hawkeyes kept the momentum going into final dual of the afternoon, capturing a, 35-6, win against NAIA National Duals Champions, Life University. Sterling Dias started things at 101 with a win over Devyn Gomez via a 10-0 tech. fall. Bayless downed Diana Gonzalez at 109, also earning a quick 10-0 tech. fall. B. Gonzalez worked a pin in 2:07 over Ariana Martinez at 116, followed by Taylor taking the 10-0 tech. fall against Anna Krejsa at 123.

Life got on the board at 130 with Sarah Savidge earning a 11-0 tech. fall over Frost. Luft brought it back with a pin against Zaynah McBryde in 1:42. Reese Larramendy fought all six minutes against Jamilah McBryde, avenging her loss from Soldier Salute, with a 12-4 decision at 143. Marlynne Deede captured the win via decision, 3-1, in her second bout against Latifah McBryde this season at 155. Kylie Welker made quick work at 170 with a 10-0 tech. fall over Margaret Graham in 23 seconds. Jaycee Foeller closed out the day, taking the 2-0 decision over Madeline Welch at 191.

HEAD COACH CLARISSA CHUN

“Since November I feel like there has been a lot of positive feedback on our sport; how exciting it is, or how much action there is. Hosting these duals in Carver has allowed us to expand the circle of women’s wrestling and show the world what these women can do. Our women are strong, powerful, fast, all of the things. We want our fans to continue to show up and we want it to expand beyond Iowa. We are so grateful for the fans that show up and bring that energy to our program because our team feeds off of the energy that they bring.”

NOTABLES

• The Hawkeyes recognized their four seniors today; Allie Baudhuin, Sierra Brown Ton, Marlynne Deede, and Felicity Taylor.

• Iowa’s win against Missouri Valley College was its second shutout of the season (vs. Lindenwood, 43-0, Nov. 12, 2023).

• Hawkeye wrestlers finished the day with a record of 19-1.

• Iowa led with 157 total match points on the day. Life followed with 92, and Missouri Valley in last with 20.

• Iowa had the three fastest tech. falls on the day; Welker (0:23), Schmit (0:30), and Bayless (0:40).

UP NEXT

The Hawkeyes will travel to Fort Wayne, Indiana, next weekend to compete in the Indiana Tech Warrior Duals and Open tournament. Iowa will open competition on Friday against Campbellsville at 2 p.m. CT inside of the Doug Edgar Indoor Track Facility.

NCAA #2 Iowa 42, Missouri Valley College 0

101 — Emilie Gonzalez (I) pinned Sage Beltran (M), 0:57

109 — Ava Bayless (I) tech. fall Hailey Holland (M), 11-0

116 — Brianna Gonzalez (I) pinned Laura Lincoln (M), 1:40

123 — Felicity Taylor (I) tech. fall Ashley Whetzal (M), 10-0

130 — Emily Frost (I) tech. fall Chase Kiel (M), 11-0

136 — Lilly Luft (I) tech. fall Aniseta Acosta (M), 11-0

143 — Ella Schmit (I) tech. fall Willow Barnes (M), 10-0

155 — Bella Mir (I) tech. fall Elia Falcetti (M), 10-0

170 — Haley Ward (I) decision Kelani Corbett (M), 7-0

191 — Alivia White (I) pinned Tylah Allen (M), 1:16

NCAA #2 Iowa 35, NAIA No. 1 Life University 6

101 — Sterling Dias (I) tech. fall Devyn Gomez (L), 10-0

109 — Ava Bayless (I) tech. fall Diana Gonzalez (L), 10-0

116 — Brianna Gonzalez (I) pinned Ariana Martinez (L), 2:07

123 — Felicity Taylor (I) tech. fall Anna Krejsa (L), 10-0

130 — Sarah Savidge (L) tech. fall Emily Frost (I), 11-0

136 — Lilly Luft (I) pinned Zaynah McBryde (L), 1:42

143 — Reese Larramendy (I) decision fall Jamilah McBryde (L), 12-4

155 — Marlynne Deede (I) decision Latifah McBryde (L), 3-1

170 — Kylie Welker (I) tech. fall Margaret Graham (L), 10-0

191 — Jaycee Foeller (I) decision Madeline Welch (L), 2-0

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Iowa football 2026 NFL Draft recap

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6 hours ago

April 26, 2026

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The 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone, but not without the Iowa Hawkeyes once again sending a healthy group to the next level. Iowa saw another class of NFL prospects hear their names called and find out where their new homes will be.

As is the norm for Iowa, this draft class was headlined by offensive linemen, linebackers, and defensive line talent, which is fitting. This is how Iowa wins so many games under Kirk Ferentz, and it is a direct correlation to this program’s ability to mold and develop talent into NFL stars.

While this class of draft prospects gets set to make their way to their new NFL homes, check out the recap of where each player is headed, along with where they were taken in this year’s draft.

Logan Jones

Oct 11, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Logan Jones (65) celebrates a touchdown in the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ross Harried-Imagn Images

Team: Chicago Bears

Round: 2

Pick: 57

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Seahawks Select Iowa Guard Beau Stephens With 148th Overall Pick | 2026 NFL Draft

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April 25, 2026

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Seahawks Select Iowa Guard Beau Stephens With 148th Overall Pick | 2026 NFL Draft

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald and president of football operations John Schneider met with media following day one of the NFL draft and discuss the decision to stay and pick at 32, what makes running back Jadarian Price special, how Price will fit into the offense and more at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.

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Steelers Land Fan Favorite Iowa OL With Third-Round Pick

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April 25, 2026

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Steelers Land Fan Favorite Iowa OL With Third-Round Pick

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue beefing up their offensive line in the 2026 NFL Draft after previously taking Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor in the first round.

After trading picks No. 99 and 216 to the Seattle Seahawks for No. 96, the Steelers selected Iowa’s Gennings Dunker.

Dunker was a right tackle for the Hawkeyes, where he was a huge part of helping the team win the Joe Moore Award in 2025 as the nation’s top offensive line.

As for how he projects to the next level, however, Dunker is likely to move inside for the Steelers at 6-foot-5 and 319 pounds and could compete with Spencer Anderson and Brock Hoffman for the starting job at left guard.

Dunker is a better run blocker than pass protector, but he is feisty in all facets of the game and possesses a ton of strength while also being rather technically sound.

A fan-favorite with his mullet and contagious personality, Dunker should fit right in with Pittsburgh.

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (67) warms up before a football game against the Indiana Hoosiers Sept. 27, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. | Julia Hansen/Iowa City Press-Citizen / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

James Campen Offers Thoughts on Dunker

Speaking with reporters after the pick was made, Steelers offensive line coach James Campen listed some of the traits that drew him to Dunker.

“He is an aggressive kid,” Campen said. “Good football player. They’re so well-coached at Iowa. They come out and have established pad level and footwork. I’ve got a lot of respect for that football program, and the people who run it, but to be able to get a guy like him, a big, powerful kid that has position flexibility and has shown leadership in his play, his play style is really unique.”

While confirming that he is slated to primarily line up at guard, Campen also shared that Dunker’s Senior Bowl participation allowed his leadership to shine through.

“You always look for guys that are first in line doing things that are challenging or different like he did at the Senior Bowl. He was first in line to go and do new drills and things like that. So I’m sure there’s some leadership qualities there too.

“But we’re very excited to have him and to add to the O-line room. We’ll get him in here and take a look at him. I think at this point he’ll be at the guard position, and tackle will be his second position. But again, when you get players like this, you can always try to figure out which way he’s going to go. So, competition is good in those areas. So, he’ll probably end up playing a little bit of both, but primarily guard.”

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