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Iowa State middle blocker Alexis Englebrecht stands ready against No.1 Texas on Oct. 21.

Spring volleyball wraps up at UNI

Aaron Hickman
April 22, 2022
Bill Fennelly yells on the court during the second round NCAA tournament game against No.6 Georgia March 20th, 2022. 

Stephanie Soares commits to Iowa State

Aaron Hickman
April 19, 2022
Aubrey Joens shoots the ball against Kansas on March 3 in Hilton Coliseum. (Photo courtesy of Luke Lu/Iowa State Athletics)

Iowa State guard Aubrey Joens enters transfer portal

Aaron Hickman
April 15, 2022
Patrick Tarbox walks the sideline during the Big 12 Mens Basketball Championship quarterfinal against Texas Tech on March 10th, 2022. 

Hidden Heroes: Patrick Tarbox

Aaron Hickman
April 4, 2022
Iowa State volleyball head coach Christy Johnson-Lynch talks with the Cyclones during a timeout against TCU on Sept. 25.

Three Big Takeaways: Solei Thomas looks the part for Iowa State volleyball

Aaron Hickman
April 2, 2022
Ashley Joens drives the ball against Georgias Reigan Richardson during the Cyclones 67-44 win over Georgia on March 20. 

Ashley Joens wins second consecutive Cheryl Miller Award

Aaron Hickman
April 1, 2022
Eleanor Holthaus smiles after recording a point against Stanford in the NCAA tournament on Dec. 3.

Cyclones driven by competition ahead of Iowa State Spring Tournament

Aaron Hickman
April 1, 2022
Ashley Joens smiles as she watches her three point attempt during 67–44 game against Georgia on March 20. 

Inside Ashley Joens’ decision to return to Iowa State

Aaron Hickman
March 29, 2022
Emily Ryan dribbles the ball while waiting for her team to get into formation during the Cyclones second round game against No.6 Georgia on March 20th, 2022.

A historic season ends against Creighton, but Iowa State is grateful it happened

Aaron Hickman
March 25, 2022
Ashley Joens smiles as she watches her three point attempt during 67–44 game against Georgia on March 20. 

Notebook: Cyclones’ matchup against Creighton a result of increased parity

Aaron Hickman
March 22, 2022
Maddie Frederick celebrates on the bench during the Cyclones 78-71 win over UT Arlington in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on March 18, 2022.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclone women wrap up a special day for Iowa State

Aaron Hickman
March 20, 2022
Ashley Joens shoots a three-pointer in the Cyclones 82-79 loss to the University of Texas on March 12 in the 2022 Big 12 Championship semifinals in Kansas City, Mo.

Three Big Takeaways: Despite loss, Cyclones adjust to physical style of play

Aaron Hickman
March 12, 2022
Iowa State guard Emily Ryan tries to pass the ball in the Cyclones game against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the first round of the Big 12 Womens Basketball Tournament on March 11 in Kansas City, Mo.

Cyclones rise to the challenge, secure win over West Virginia

Aaron Hickman
March 11, 2022
(From left to right:) Emily Ryan, Ashley Joens, Maggie Espenmiller-McGraw and Lexi Donarski run off the court after the Cyclones 71-55 win over Texas Tech on Feb. 26.

Cyclones ready for “Hilton South” after two year hiatus

Aaron Hickman
March 10, 2022
Iowa State head coach Bill Fennelly talks to the team during the Cyclones 89-67 win over Oklahoma on Feb. 19.

Cyclones wrap up regular season against West Virginia

Aaron Hickman
March 4, 2022
(From left to right:) Emily Ryan, Ashley Joens and Morgan Kane sit on the bench during the Cyclones 87-62 loss to No.5 Baylor on Feb. 28 in Hilton Coliseum.

Three Big Takeaways: Baylor’s physicality too much for Cyclones

Aaron Hickman
February 28, 2022
Ashley Joens watches her shot in Iowa States 71-55 win against Texas Tech on Feb. 26.

No. 9 Iowa State’s second-half adjustments beats Texas Tech

Aaron Hickman
February 26, 2022
Iowa State sophomore Emily Ryan surveys the floor in the Cyclones 77-70 win over No. 12 Iowa on Dec. 8.

Iowa State begins final stretch of regular season against the Red Raiders

Aaron Hickman
February 25, 2022
Iowa State sophomore guard Lexi Donarski plays defense during the Cyclones 70-55 win over Kansas State on Feb. 2.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones win 15th straight against Kansas

Aaron Hickman
February 23, 2022
Iowa State guard Lexi Donarski shoots the ball in the Cyclones 76-58 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 5.

Three Big Takeaways: Special nights for Donarski, Joens in Cyclones’ big win

Aaron Hickman
February 19, 2022
Iowa State head coach Bill Fennelly looks towards his team as they play against South Dakota State on Nov. 15 in Hilton Coliseum.

Cyclones ready for “what’s next” against No.15 Oklahoma

Aaron Hickman
February 18, 2022
Ashley Joens shoots the ball in the Cyclones 76-58 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 5.

Ashley Joens becomes Iowa State’s all-time leading scorer in loss to No. 14 Texas

Aaron Hickman
February 16, 2022
Ashley Joens shoots against Kansas on Jan. 26.

Ashley Joens on the verge of scoring record in rematch with Texas

Aaron Hickman
February 15, 2022
Iowa State guard Emily Ryan surveys the court in the Cyclones 76-58 win Feb. 5.

Cyclones ranked No. 6 in latest AP Poll, highest in 20 years

Aaron Hickman
February 14, 2022
Iowa State womens basketball coach Bill Fennelly watches the Cyclones during their 76-58 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 5.

Cyclones getting back to business against TCU

Aaron Hickman
February 11, 2022
Ashley Joens watches her shot attempt in the Cyclones 76-58 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 5.

Cyclones move up to No. 9 in AP top-25

Aaron Hickman
February 7, 2022
Iowa State forward Nyamer Diew shoots the ball in the Cyclones 76-58 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 5.

Impact of Ryan, Diew helps propel No. 11 Cyclones to sweep of Oklahoma State

Aaron Hickman
February 5, 2022
Iowa State junior Maggie Espenmiller-McGraw shoots a three-pointer in the Cyclones 77-62 win over Kansas on Jan. 26.

No. 11 Cyclones aim for another sweep against Oklahoma State

Aaron Hickman
February 4, 2022
Maddie Frederick, along with other Iowa State womens basketball players, celebrate on the bench after a Cyclone three-pointer in Iowa States 70-55 win over Kansas State on Feb. 2.

Three Big Takeaways: Balanced attack carries Iowa State over No. 25 Wildcats

Aaron Hickman
February 2, 2022
Lexi Donarski dribbles the ball against Kansas on Jan. 27.

Iowa State women move up to No.11 in latest AP Poll

Aaron Hickman
January 31, 2022
Iowa State forward Beatriz Jordao works through contact in the Cyclones 77-62 win on Jan. 26.

No. 13 Cyclones head to Lubbock for matchup with Texas Tech

Aaron Hickman
January 28, 2022
Lexi Donarski surveys the floor in the Cyclones 77-62 win over Kansas on Jan.  26.

No. 13 Cyclones return to form in 77-62 win over Kansas

Aaron Hickman
January 26, 2022
Iowa State freshman guard, Lexi Donarski, shoots the ball against Oklahoma State on Jan. 13 in a 90-80 win. (Photo courtesy of LUKE LU/Iowa State Athletics)

Cyclones hope to “come back stronger” at home against Jayhawks

Aaron Hickman
January 25, 2022
Iowa State head coach Bill Fennelly looks towards his team as they play against South Dakota State on Nov. 15 in Hilton Coliseum.

Cyclones fall to No. 13 in AP poll following 0-2 week

Aaron Hickman
January 24, 2022
Iowa State senior Ashley Joens shoots a free throw against Northern Iowa on Dec. 12.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones need correcting after lopsided losses

Aaron Hickman
January 23, 2022
Lexi Donarski shoots a three-pointer against No. 15 Texas on Jan. 19.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones unable to make up for missing production against Texas

Aaron Hickman
January 19, 2022
Ashley Joens (No. 24) and Aubery Joens (No. 20) play against No. 12 Iowa on Dec. 8.

Iowa State without Joens sisters for matchup against Texas

Aaron Hickman
January 19, 2022
Morgan Kane shoots a free throw during the Cy-Hawk game Dec. 8.

No. 7 Cyclones face another top-15 challenge at home against No. 15 Longhorns

Aaron Hickman
January 18, 2022

The Murder of Sheila Jean Collins: Episode 4

Aaron Hickman and Kylie Proehl/Greenlee Investigates
January 18, 2022
Iowa States bench celebrates during the Cyclones win against Northern Iowa on Dec. 12.

Cyclones up to No. 7 in AP poll, highest ranking in 20 years

Aaron Hickman
January 17, 2022
Iowa State sophomore guard Maggie Espenmiller-Mcgraw tries to score against Kansas State on Dec 18 in Hilton Coliseum. Espenmiller-McGraw made her 2020-21 season debut against the Wildcats with 14 points.

Cyclones mount comeback to take down no. 25 Kansas State

Aaron Hickman
January 11, 2022
Iowa State guard Emily Ryan moves up court with the ball against Northern Iowa on Dec. 12.

No. 12 Cyclones down No. 23 Sooners in Norman, move to 2-0 in Big 12 play

Aaron Hickman
January 5, 2022
Nyamer Diew works her way into the paint against Omaha on Nov. 9 in Hilton Coliseum.

Cyclones close out non-conference play in dominating fashion

Aaron Hickman
December 19, 2021
Lexi Donarski dribbles the ball up the court against Iowa on Dec. 8.

Cyclones fight to the buzzer, defeat Panthers with defensive stand

Aaron Hickman
December 12, 2021
Lexi Donarski smiles as she and her teammates celebrate after beating Iowa 77-70 on Wednesday.

‘This is what you came to school here for’: Cyclones take down No. 12 Iowa

Aaron Hickman
December 8, 2021
Head Coach Bill Fennelly talks to the Cyclones during a timeout in the second half against West Virginia on Feb. 24 at Hilton Coliseum. 

Cyclones ready for ranked Cy-Hawk matchup

Aaron Hickman
December 7, 2021
Aubery Joens laughs with Maggie Espenmiller-McGraw at media day on Oct. 6.

Three Big Takeaways: Aubrey Joens, Espenmiller-McGraw deliver

Aaron Hickman
December 6, 2021
Brooke Andersen communicates with her team before a serve against Stanford in the NCAA Tournament on Dec. 3.

Three Big Takeaways: Stanford was too much for Cyclones

Aaron Hickman
December 5, 2021
Aubrey Joens shoots the ball against Kansas on March 3 in Hilton Coliseum. (Photo courtesy of Luke Lu/Iowa State Athletics)

Cyclones get back in win column, take down Longwood

Aaron Hickman
December 5, 2021
Iowa State volleyball huddles after recording a point against Stanford at the NCAA Tournament.

Cyclones reflect on their season after losing to Stanford in NCAA tournament

Aaron Hickman
December 3, 2021
Iowa State guard Lexi Donarski draws contact going up for a layup against South Dakota State on Nov. 15.

No. 14 Cyclones suffer first loss of season at LSU

Aaron Hickman
December 2, 2021
Iowa State senior Brooke Andersen serves against No. 1 Texas in Iowa State volleyballs 3-1 loss to Texas on Oct. 21

Volleyball focused on a game at a time ahead of NCAA tournament

Aaron Hickman
November 30, 2021
Iowa State guard Lexi Donarski follows through on a shot against South Dakota State on Nov. 15.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones cruise to a title, play as a team

Aaron Hickman
November 29, 2021
Ashley Joens puts up a shot against South Dakota State on Nov. 15 in Hilton Coliseum.

Despite strong week, Cyclones drop down one spot in latest AP Top 25

Aaron Hickman
November 29, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players celebrate a point against No.1 Texas on Oct. 21.

Cyclones make return to NCAA tournament, draw Stanford in first round

Aaron Hickman
November 28, 2021
Aubrey Joens shoots the ball against Kansas on March 3 in Hilton Coliseum. (Photo courtesy of Luke Lu/Iowa State Athletics)

Cyclones rout Penn State, head Gulf Coast Showcase championship

Aaron Hickman
November 27, 2021
The Iowa State volleyball team comes together on the court after scoring a point against Kansas State on Nov 13, 2021.

Three Big Takeaways: Plenty of suspense left for Iowa State volleyball

Aaron Hickman
November 21, 2021
Iowa States bench cheers on teammates during their game against South Dakota State on Nov. 15.

Cyclones coast past Southern, Aubrey Joens’ hot streak continues

Aaron Hickman
November 21, 2021
The Iowa State volleyball team comes together on the court after scoring a point against Kansas State on Nov 13, 2021.

Cyclones fall in straight sets to No. 7 Baylor, set up crucial Saturday match

Aaron Hickman
November 19, 2021
The Iowa State sideline focuses on the game against Kansas State on Nov. 13.

Cyclones want to be relentless to close out regular season at Baylor

Aaron Hickman
November 18, 2021
Jaden Newsome is seen preparing herself to serve the ball.

Rhodes’ homecoming, senior leadership things to watch against Baylor

Aaron Hickman
November 17, 2021
Emily Ryan looks to push the ball into the paint against South Dakota State on Nov. 15.

Three Big Takeaways: Ryan’s defense, Aubrey Joens’ spark important in Cyclones’ win

Aaron Hickman
November 16, 2021
Iowa State sophomore Lexi Donarski goes up to attempt a three pointer against Omaha on Nov. 9 in Hilton Coliseum.

Cyclones find offense, coast to win over South Dakota State

Aaron Hickman
November 15, 2021
Iowa State senior Candelaria Herrera goes up for a kill against Kansas State on Nov. 11 (Photo courtesy of Luke Lu/Iowa State Athletics)

Cyclones lose in straight sets to Kansas State, remain third in Big 12

Aaron Hickman
November 13, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players celebrate after a point against Kansas State on Thursday in Hilton Coliseum. (Photo courtesy of Luke Lu/Iowa State Athletics)

Cyclones bolstered by return of key players, strong performance from Rhodes

Aaron Hickman
November 11, 2021
Iowa State freshman Brooke Stonestreet serves against No.1 Texas on Oct. 22. (Photo courtesy of Wesley Winterink/Iowa State Athletics)

Crucial stretch continues as Cyclones return home against Kansas State

Aaron Hickman
November 10, 2021
Iowa State freshman Denae Fritz plays defense in Iowa States season-opener against Omaha on Nov. 9.

Strong defense carries Cyclones in season opener

Aaron Hickman
November 9, 2021
Head Coach Bill Fennelly talks to the Cyclones during a timeout in the second half against West Virginia on Feb. 24 at Hilton Coliseum. 

Iowa State women begin season with Ashley Joens’ status uncertain

Aaron Hickman
November 8, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players celebrate after securing a point against No. 1 Texas on Oct. 21.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones find offensive groove vs Sooners

Aaron Hickman
November 7, 2021
Iowa State junior Annie Hatch goes up for a kill attempt against No.1 Texas on Oct. 22. (Photo courtesy of Wesley Winterink/Iowa State Athletics)

Iowa State wins 3-1, sweeps weekend in Norman

Aaron Hickman
November 6, 2021
Ashley Joens tries to get past her defender in Iowa States win over Texas A&M University in the second round of the 2021 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament on Wednesday. 

Women’s basketball roster breakdown: Backcourt

Aaron Hickman
November 3, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players hold up their fingers in the Cyclones match against West Virginia on Oct. 30.

Cyclones searching for the right lineup before facing off against Sooners

Aaron Hickman
November 2, 2021
Addi Heidemann and Mariah Mitchell high-five teammates as they get ready for the game against the Omaha Mavericks on Aug. 28.

Mitchell provides silver lining for shorthanded Cyclones

Aaron Hickman
October 31, 2021
Iowa State setter Jaden Newsome sets the ball for a teammate against No.1 Texas on Oct. 22. (Photo courtesy of Wesley Winterink/Iowa State Athletics)

Iowa State grabs important conference win, beats West Virginia 3-1

Aaron Hickman
October 30, 2021
Iowa States Candelaria Herrera and Annie Hatch block a kill attempt against No.1 Texas on Oct. 22. (Photo courtesy of Wesley Winterink/Iowa State Athletics)

Iowa State faces important matchup against West Virginia

Aaron Hickman
October 29, 2021
Members of the Iowa State womens basketball team huddle together for a promo video at media day Wednesday.

Chemistry key for women’s basketball in 2021

Aaron Hickman
October 26, 2021
Iowa State volleyball huddles together after winning a point against No.1 Texas on Oct. 22, 2021.

Takeaways: Texas’ serving is too much to handle

Aaron Hickman
October 23, 2021
Iowa State head coach Christy Johnson-Lynch talks with the Cyclones during a timeout against No.1 Texas on Oct. 21.

Johnson-Lynch’s 500th match ends in defeat, but Cyclones reflect on her special tenure

Aaron Hickman
October 22, 2021
Candelaria Herrera goes up for the kill against No.1 Texas on Oct. 21.

Iowa State starts strong, then falls in straight sets to top-ranked Texas

Aaron Hickman
October 21, 2021
Brooke Andersen gets ready for the next serve against TCU on Sept. 25.

Notebook: Iowa State up to the challenge after timely bye week

Aaron Hickman
October 18, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players talk with Head Coach Christy Johnson Lynch during their match against TCU on Sept. 24. 

Offense falters in Iowa State’s 3-1 at Texas Tech

Aaron Hickman
October 8, 2021
Iowa State junior Ashley Joens shoots a free throw against West Virginia on Feb. 24 in Hilton Coliseum.

Donarski, Joens named to Preseason All-Big 12 Team; Ryan honorable mention

Aaron Hickman
October 6, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players talk with Head Coach Christy Johnson Lynch during their match against TCU on Sept. 24. 

Iowa State wraps up road trip at Texas Tech

Aaron Hickman
October 6, 2021
Allie Petry getting ready to receive a serve in front of her teammates.

Notebook: Volleyball sees production coming from veteran, new faces

Aaron Hickman
October 4, 2021
Eleanor Holthaus (right) high fives Alexis Engelbrecht (left) after a point against TCU on Sept. 25.

Takeaways: Volleyball makes needed adjustments against Kansas

Aaron Hickman
October 3, 2021
Iowa State volleyball outside hitter Kenzie Mantz talks with her teammates during the Cyclones match against TCU on Sept. 25.

Iowa State suffers first loss in conference play, fall 3-1 against Kansas

Aaron Hickman
October 1, 2021
Iowa State celebrates a point against TCU on Saturday in a five-set victory over the Horned Frogs.

Iowa State shows heart in hard-fought victory over TCU

Aaron Hickman
September 25, 2021
Candelaria Herrera jumps up high to spike the ball.

Iowa State starts off conference play with straight set victory over TCU

Aaron Hickman
September 24, 2021
Annie Hatch and Abby Greiman jump up high to block the ball.

Iowa State begins conference play against TCU

Aaron Hickman
September 23, 2021
Candelaria Herrera and Annie Hatch jump up to block the ball.

Notebook: Iowa State looks to improve offense, maintain defense before Big 12 play

Aaron Hickman
September 22, 2021
Abby Greiman (No.16) awaits the serve in Iowa State volleyballs season opener vs. the Drake Bulldogs on August 27.

Takeaways: Room to grow as Iowa State enters conference play

Aaron Hickman
September 19, 2021
Candelaria Herrera and Jaden Newsome are seen jumping up above the net to block the ball vs. the Mavericks. 

Iowa State loses in straight sets to No.11 Minnesota

Aaron Hickman
September 18, 2021
Candelaria Herrera jumps up high to spike the ball.

Iowa State comes out strong, claims straight set victory over Northern Iowa

Aaron Hickman
September 15, 2021
Eleanor Holthaus runs on to the court in Iowa State volleyballs season opener vs the Drake Bulldogs on August 27.

Iowa State takes down another undefeated team, bests Syracuse 3-2

Aaron Hickman
September 10, 2021
The Iowa State volleyball team is seen dancing as they take down the University of Nebraska Omaha Mavericks on Aug. 28.

Iowa State faces tough slate at Cy-Hawk Series Tournament

Aaron Hickman
September 9, 2021
Iowa State volleyball head coach Christy Johnson-Lynch talks with the Cyclones after their 3-1 victory over Drake on August 27.

Notebook: Iowa State growing in confidence ahead of Cy-Hawk Series

Aaron Hickman
September 8, 2021
Iowa State volleyball players gather for a team huddle during its match vs Drake on August 27 in Hilton Coliseum.

Takeaways: Cyclones take care of business, but have mistakes to fix

Aaron Hickman
September 5, 2021
Iowa State volleyball August 27 vs. Drake.

Cyclones bounce back with sweep of Oregon State

Aaron Hickman
September 4, 2021
Volleyball team Drake 2021 pregame

Iowa State suffers first loss of season to 17th ranked Penn State

Aaron Hickman
September 3, 2021
Marija Popovic is seen going for a diving pancake to keep the ball up.

Popovic named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week after strong debut

Aaron Hickman
August 31, 2021
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