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On Iowa Sports

The Gazette
Iowa Hawkeyes
Iowa
Wrestling
Iowa Football
Big Ten Conference
Iowa Wrestling
Iowa State
NCAA
College Football
Iowa Women's Basketball
Big Ten
Penn State
Transfer Portal
Caitlin Clark
University Of Iowa
Iowa Baseball
Iowa Hawkeyes Football
NCAA Wrestling Championships
College Wrestling
Iowa State Wrestling

Iowa Hawkeyes football, basketball, wrestling and more from The Gazette in Eastern Iowa.

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Latest Episodes

The Gazette Iowa football beat reporter Madison Hricik sits down with new special teams coordinator Chris Polizzi to discuss his new role with the Hawkeyes, and what to expect from a new-look special teams unit this fall.

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The Gazette Iowa beat writer Madison Hricik talks with Iowa football running backs coach Jay Norvell on this weeks episode of Hawk Off the Press.

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The Gazette Iowa beat writer Madison Hricik is joined by Sports Business Journal’s Ben Portnoy in this weeks episode of HawK Off the Press to discuss Brendan Sorsby betting scandal, Big Ten spring meetings, eligibility rules and more.

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The Gazette sports writers Madison Hricik and Jeff Linder talk about PROJECT SLO MILES honoring The Gazette photo editor Jim Slosiarek as he gets treated for brain cancer.

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Recent Guests

Chris Polizzi
Special Teams Coordinator for Iowa Football
University of Iowa
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Madison Hricik and Chris Polizzi (6/24/26)
Jay Norvell
Former Iowa football player, now running backs coach for the Hawkeyes
University of Iowa / Iowa Hawkeyes
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Madison Hricik and Jay Norvell (6/15/26)
Ben Portnoy
Sports Business Journal contributor and expert on college athletics
Sports Business Journal
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Madison Hricik and Ben Portnoy (6/11/26)
Chapel Fowler
Clemson basketball reporter
The State (Columbia, SC) / Clemson beat
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Madison Hricik and Chapel Fowler (3/17/26)
David Eickholt
Hawkeye Insiders guest, basketball analyst
The Gazette - Hawkeye Insiders
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Madison Hricik and David Eickholt (3/4/26)
Dean Ward
New head coach of Iowa women's soccer, previously at Xavier University
Iowa Athletics
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Iowa new soccer coach Dean Ward (2/24/26)
Stacy May-Johnson
First year head coach for the Iowa softball program, former player
Iowa Softball
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Iowa softball head coach Stacy May-Johnson (2/17/26)
Jim Nelson
Accomplished wrestling writer and journalist
Waterloo Courier
Episode: Pinning Combination Podcast: K.J. Pilcher and Jim Nelson (2/24/26)
Amie Just
Columnist for the Lincoln Journal Star in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln Journal Star
Episode: Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Lincoln Journal Star columnist Amie Just (November 26, 2025)

Hosts

Madison Hricik
Host of Hawk Off the Press; Hawkeye Athletics Beat Reporter for The Gazette
K.J. Pilcher
Host of multiple Hawkeye-related podcasts and On Iowa Sports; sports writer
Dick Briggs
Hall of Famer and co-host; veteran color commentator and insights on wrestling

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 315 ratings
  • Hard to listen to his voice.

    He’s got a voice for the newspaper.

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    sauer krauts
    United States3 years ago
  • Podcast

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iowabowhunter1
    United States3 years ago
  • Can’t believe you still have a job.

    I don’t read or listen to steppe anymore. Miss mark and Leah. Steppe is terrible.

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    1
    HawkeyeMike9623
    United States4 years ago
  • Can’t believe you still have a job.

    I don’t read or listen to steppe anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HawkeyeMike9623
    United States4 years ago
  • Decent - Voice needs improvement

    Content can be very good at times, mostly when interviewing someone. The new guy John Steppe (sp?) doesn’t bring any new insight and has a terrible voice for podcasting, it sounds like a parody someone would perform of a terrible lame voice.

    Apple Podcasts
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    lpoolfc1417
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise in-depth Hawkeye coverage and insightful analysis by knowledgeable hosts.
Several comments call out sound quality and episode length, with a subset preferring shorter, more focused episodes.
Many fans note high-quality discussions on roster moves, spring practices, and tournament previews.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Madison Hricik and Jay Norvell (6/15/26)
Q: What are your goals for the running back room heading into training camp?
The goals are to build a group that is everyday tough, capable of explosive plays, and able to protect the quarterback, with a rotation that keeps players fresh and ready to contribute in different situations.
Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Lincoln Journal Star columnist Amie Just (November 26, 2025)
Q: What would Nebraska need to do to be able to beat Iowa in this situation?
Nebraska needs to limit turnovers, extend drives, and not kick the ball to Cade Wegin.
Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Lincoln Journal Star columnist Amie Just (November 26, 2025)
Q: What is the one thing for Iowa that they need to do with 100 percent confidence to be able to pick up a win in Lincoln?
Iowa needs to find a way to force turnovers and not kick the ball to Jagore Parney.
Hawk Off the Press Podcast: LA Times USC beat writer Ryan Kartje (November 13, 2025)
Q: What is it going to take for USC to be able to walk out of the Coliseum with a win?
Ryan mentioned that it starts with the defense setting a strong tone, getting early stops, and putting Iowa in difficult positions to succeed.
Hawk Off the Press Podcast: Gazette Iowa Women's basketball beat writer Jeff Linder with Madison Hricik (October 2, 2025)
Q: Does a commitment like that right at the start of a preseason impact the team's excitement and energy?
It creates a buzz and positive excitement but also needs to remind players to focus on the current season since she won't play this year.

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Frequently Asked Questions About On Iowa Sports

What is On Iowa Sports about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Iowa Hawkeyes athletics across football, basketball, wrestling, and other sports, produced by journalists connected to a regional paper. Episodes frequently feature in-depth game breakdowns, player evaluations, and roster moves, paired with behind-the-scenes context from spring practice, tournament play, and transfer portal activity. A notable strength is the mix of data-driven analysis, long-form storytelling, and on-the-ground coverage that helps fans understand team dynamics, coaching philosophies, and program momentum. The format tends to blend collaborative host banter with expert guest insights, making it a strong option for listeners who want thoughtful, informed Iowa sports coverage and a sense of community arou... more

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2. Jay Norvell
3. Ben Portnoy
4. Chapel Fowler
5. David Eickholt
6. Dean Ward
7. Stacy May-Johnson
8. Jim Nelson

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