The transfer-portal conversation got boosted on Tuesday with the news that Deacon Hill, who started nine games for Iowa last season, was departing the Hawkeyes. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman use that conversation to have a larger-picture look at the QB situation and the possibilities to pivot. We also dig into the encouraging and concern aspects of spring ball. Basketball is not forgotten, on the men's side with Tyler and the women's buzz with Dargan Southard.

The transfer-portal conversation got boosted on Tuesday with the news that Deacon Hill, who started nine games for Iowa last season, was departing the Hawkeyes. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman use that conversation to have a larger-picture look at the QB situation and the possibilities to pivot. We also dig into the encouraging and concern aspects of spring ball. Basketball is not forgotten, on the men's side with Tyler and the women's buzz with Dargan Southard.

Hawk Central: Deacon Hill's departure and Iowa football's quarterback plans

The weather was anything but pleasant Saturday at Kinnick Stadium, but those bundled up inside still caught a glimpse of what's to come this fall with the 2024 Hawkeyes. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman break down what they saw from Iowa's open practice to conclude the spring.

The weather was anything but pleasant Saturday at Kinnick Stadium, but those bundled up inside still caught a glimpse of what's to come this fall with the 2024 Hawkeyes. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman break down what they saw from Iowa's open practice to conclude the spring.

Observations and analysis from Iowa football's open spring practice

In a podcast-only edition of Hawk Central this week, the Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman go wire-to-wire with a surprise appearance (you'll see why) via Caitlin Clark in the middle of a football segment. We talk WNBA Draft, the transfer-portal options for Lisa Bluder, spring football, men's hoops and the band AJR.

In a podcast-only edition of Hawk Central this week, the Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman go wire-to-wire with a surprise appearance (you'll see why) via Caitlin Clark in the middle of a football segment. We talk WNBA Draft, the transfer-portal options for Lisa Bluder, spring football, men's hoops and the band AJR.

PODCAST: The Caitlin Clark effect on the WNBA and the transfer portal heats up

The remarkable 34-5 Iowa women's basketball season is in the books. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard take time to reflect on their time in Cleveland and what this team accomplished, both on the court and off of it ... from Caitlin Clark to the other seniors like Kate Martin and Gabbie Marshall. Also in this episode we'll dive into some spring football storylines and men's basketball roster-shaping.

The remarkable 34-5 Iowa women's basketball season is in the books. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard take time to reflect on their time in Cleveland and what this team accomplished, both on the court and off of it ... from Caitlin Clark to the other seniors like Kate Martin and Gabbie Marshall. Also in this episode we'll dive into some spring football storylines and men's basketball roster-shaping.

Hawk Central: Reflections on the Caitlin Clark experience and Iowa women's basketball in 2023-24

Iowa knew it would take a near-flawless effort to topple these mighty Gamecocks. The Hawkeyes had flashes of brilliance, including a double-digit lead early, but South Carolina's relentless depth eventually wore Iowa down en route to an 87-75 win. Caitlin Clark's decorated college career has come to an end after an incredible stretch that has redefined Iowa women's basketball expectations. Live from Cleveland, the Register's Dargan Southard and Chad Leistikow sift through the aftermath.

Iowa knew it would take a near-flawless effort to topple these mighty Gamecocks. The Hawkeyes had flashes of brilliance, including a double-digit lead early, but South Carolina's relentless depth eventually wore Iowa down en route to an 87-75 win. Caitlin Clark's decorated college career has come to an end after an incredible stretch that has redefined Iowa women's basketball expectations. Live from Cleveland, the Register's Dargan Southard and Chad Leistikow sift through the aftermath.

Caitlin Clark's Iowa women's basketball career ends as Hawkeyes fall to South Carolina in title game

The Hawkeyes needed every ounce they had to sneak by mighty UConn in Friday's Final Four matchup. Iowa needed a second-half rally after sluggish start, then had to hold off the Huskies down the stretch. But Iowa did it, and now gets South Carolina Sunday afternoon for it all. Live from Cleveland, the Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard dissect another crazy night.

The Hawkeyes needed every ounce they had to sneak by mighty UConn in Friday's Final Four matchup. Iowa needed a second-half rally after sluggish start, then had to hold off the Huskies down the stretch. But Iowa did it, and now gets South Carolina Sunday afternoon for it all. Live from Cleveland, the Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard dissect another crazy night.

Caitlin Clark, Iowa women's basketball one win from title after Final Four victory vs. UConn

The Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard go through what worked in the LSU game plan and what it means for Iowa to reach this point yet again, as it pertains to the legacies of Caitlin Clark and Lisa Bluder. More importantly, we look at some of the key storylines in this UConn matchup.

The Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard go through what worked in the LSU game plan and what it means for Iowa to reach this point yet again, as it pertains to the legacies of Caitlin Clark and Lisa Bluder. More importantly, we look at some of the key storylines in this UConn matchup.

Hawk Central: Previewing Iowa's Final Four matchup with UConn

Another massive moment, another memorable performance for Caitlin Clark. The Hawkeyes are heading back to the Final Four after a thrilling 94-87 win over LSU in a rematch of last season's national title game. Live from Albany, the Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard break it all down. 

Another massive moment, another memorable performance for Caitlin Clark. The Hawkeyes are heading back to the Final Four after a thrilling 94-87 win over LSU in a rematch of last season's national title game. Live from Albany, the Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard break it all down.

Caitlin Clark, Iowa women's basketball back in Final Four after toppling LSU in Albany

With LSU having already won earlier in the day, the Hawkeyes did their part with a resounding win over Colorado in the Sweet 16. Balanced scoring was everywhere as Iowa took control immediately and never looked back, with Caitlin Clark again leading the way. Now comes the LSU rematch everyone has wanted. Live from Albany, the Register's Dargan Southard and Chad Leistikow break it all down. 

With LSU having already won earlier in the day, the Hawkeyes did their part with a resounding win over Colorado in the Sweet 16. Balanced scoring was everywhere as Iowa took control immediately and never looked back, with Caitlin Clark again leading the way. Now comes the LSU rematch everyone has wanted. Live from Albany, the Register's Dargan Southard and Chad Leistikow break it all down.

Iowa women's basketball topples Colorado in Sweet 16, highly anticipated rematch with LSU next

A tense 64-54 win against West Virginia has sent the Hawkeye women's basketball team to the Sweet 16 in Albany, and Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard report back from sitting courtside to offer insight into the gripping details of that game and what's ahead against fifth-seeded Colorado. Tyler Tachman joins Chad to discuss the roster turnover for men's basketball and we dig into spring football after Kirk Ferentz's Tuesday press conference.

A tense 64-54 win against West Virginia has sent the Hawkeye women's basketball team to the Sweet 16 in Albany, and Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard report back from sitting courtside to offer insight into the gripping details of that game and what's ahead against fifth-seeded Colorado. Tyler Tachman joins Chad to discuss the roster turnover for men's basketball and we dig into spring football after Kirk Ferentz's Tuesday press conference.

Hawk Central: Sweet 16 awaits Iowa women, the Tim Lester era is underway in football

“Hawk Central Hour” airs between 6-7 p.m. on 1460 KXnO-AM on Wednesdays and will feature Des Moines Register Hawkeyes columnist Chad Leistikow and beat writer Kennington Smith as regulars, paired with Ross Peterson, who co-hosts “Sports Fanatics.”

&ldquo;Hawk Central Hour&rdquo; airs between 6-7 p.m. on 1460 KXnO-AM on Wednesdays and will feature Des Moines Register Hawkeyes columnist Chad Leistikow and beat writer Kennington Smith as regulars, paired with Ross Peterson, who co-hosts &ldquo;Sports Fanatics.&rdquo;

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