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A group of Iowa State Cyclones celebrate after recovering a fumble after punting the ball during the 2021 PlayStation Fiesta Bowl. Iowa State defeated Oregon 34-17. (Photo courtesy of PlayStation Fiesta Bowl/Slingshot Photography)

Martin: Make no mistake, Saturday was the most complete win for Iowa State

Zach Martin
January 2, 2021
Iowa State Head Coach Matt Campbell speaks with media Dec. 31 as Iowa State arrives in Arizona ahead of the 2020 PlayStation Fiesta Bowl. 

Martin: Iowa State, Oregon are fortunate to be playing in the Fiesta Bowl

Zach Martin
December 31, 2020
Iowa States Isheem Young and Gerry Vaughn tackle Oklahomas Charleston Rambo during the Cyclones and Sooners game Oct. 3 at Jack Trice Stadium.

Martin: Young is the one player that can make or break Iowa State’s defense

Zach Martin
December 30, 2020
Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy moves out of the pocket looking to pass against the University of Texas on Nov. 27. Purdy finished with 312 passing yards and one touchdown.

Martin: Return home for Purdy will be an early 2021 highlight

Zach Martin
December 29, 2020
Iowa State running back Breece Hall attempts to follow a block from wide receiver Sean Shaw Jr. during the 2020 Dr. Pepper Big 12 Championship game against Oklahoma. 

Martin: If anything, Saturday showed Iowa State isn’t ready yet

Zach Martin
December 19, 2020
The Iowa State Cyclones take the field to face off against the Oklahoma Sooners on Oct. 3 at Jack Trice Stadium. Iowa State won 37-30.

Martin: Three keys to victory for Iowa State and Oklahoma in Saturday’s title game

Zach Martin
December 16, 2020
Iowa State junior quarterback Brock Purdy eludes pressure from West Virginias Sean Mahone during the Cyclones and the Mountaineers game Dec. 5 at Jack Trice Stadium.

Martin: Purdy’s legs are churning at the right time as Iowa State breaks 108-year title drought

Zach Martin
December 5, 2020
Iowa State Head Coach Matt Campbell celebrates on the sideline against the University of Texas on Nov 27. Iowa State won 23-20.

Martin: Campbell’s rare sight of emotion needed to be seen

Zach Martin
December 2, 2020
Iowa State defensive lineman Latrell Bankston readies up to rush Louisianas offensive line Sept. 12.

Martin: Burned multiple times, defense powers Iowa State to Big 12 title game

Zach Martin
November 27, 2020
Before the game against Kansas State on Nov. 21 at Jack Trice Stadium, Iowa State kneels for a team huddle at one of the end zones.

Martin: Time to believe it, this is the year for Iowa State

Zach Martin
November 21, 2020
Iowa State Head Coach Matt Campbell talks to his other coaches during the game against University of Kansas on Nov. 23, 2019. Iowa State won 41-31.

Martin: Campbell, Klieman take similar paths to reach peak in premier Big 12 tussle

Zach Martin
November 18, 2020
Iowa State wide receiver Landen Akers runs down the sideline against Baylor on Nov. 7 at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames.

Martin: Once a weakness, Iowa State’s special teams grows in small chunks

Zach Martin
November 7, 2020
Iowa State Cyclones running back Breece Hall crosses the goal line at the end of a 58-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter against the Kansas Jayhawks on Oct. 31 at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas.

Martin: It’s time to start discussing Breece Hall’s Heisman resume

Zach Martin
November 5, 2020
Iowa State linebacker Mike Rose tries to bring down Oklahoma States Jelani Woods during the Cyclones and Cowboys game Saturday in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Martin: Careful Iowa State, don’t get too cute against Kansas

Zach Martin
October 28, 2020
Breece Hall and Xavier Hutchinson celebrate after Halls 75-yard touchdown run Sept. 26.

Martin: Outside of the RB battle, three matchups to watch for in Stillwater

Zach Martin
October 21, 2020
Iowa State sophomore running back Breece Hall celebrates with redshirt senior offensive lineman Sean Foster in the game against Texas Tech on Oct. 10.

Martin: Offensive line showing its worth through four games

Zach Martin
October 10, 2020
Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy rolls out of the pocket to avoid an Oklahoma defender during the game against the Sooners on Oct. 3, 2020 at Jack Trice Stadium.

Martin: “Brocktober” remains alive and well

Zach Martin
October 3, 2020
Iowa State running back Kene Nwangwu takes a handoff during Iowa State and Louisianas game Sept. 12.

Nwangwu relishes leadership more than touchdowns

Zach Martin
September 28, 2020
JaQuan Bailey wraps up Matthew Downing in the first half against TCU on Sept. 26. Bailey recorded 3.5 sacks in the first half, becoming Iowa States all-time sack leader.

Martin: No doubt, JaQuan Bailey is the best DL in Iowa State history

Zach Martin
September 26, 2020
Iowa State wide receiver Tarique Milton looks for room during the first half of the Sept. 12, 2020, game on the MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium.

Martin: Ranking Iowa State’s nine conference games by importance

Zach Martin
September 23, 2020
Iowa States defense waits for play to resume during the first half against Louisiana. on Sept. 12, 2020.

Martin: To be expected, Iowa State fumbles in season opener

Zach Martin
September 12, 2020
Iowa State kicker Connor Assalley attempts a field goal during Iowa State’s 29-26 victory over Northern Iowa on Aug. 31, 2019, at Jack Trice Stadium.

Martin: Louisiana is far from a cake walk opener

Zach Martin
September 7, 2020
Then-sophomore quarterback Brock Purdy gets ready on the sideline against the University of Kansas on Nov. 23. Iowa State won 41-31.

Martin: Iowa State debuts in top 25 of AP poll, and no one cares

Zach Martin
August 24, 2020
Brock Purdy runs the ball during the Iowa State vs. Oklahoma State football game Oct. 26. The Cyclones lost 34-27.

Martin: How Iowa high school sports are shaping the future for Iowa colleges

Zach Martin
June 17, 2020
Iowa State Daily columnist Zach Martin.

Head to Head: Will Austin Gomez or David Carr have a better collegiate career?

Zach Martin and Stephen Mcdaniel
April 12, 2020
Iowa State Head Coach Kevin Dresser claps during a match at the Big 12 Championships on March 8 inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa.

Iowa State wrestling reveals 2020-21 schedule filled with tough tests

Zach Martin
April 7, 2020
Iowa States Alex Mackall and South Dakota States Danny Vega wrestle in their quarterfinal matchup at 125 pounds on March 7 at the Big 12 Championships inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 

Martin: Way-too-early look at the 2020 Iowa State wrestling lineup

Zach Martin
April 6, 2020
The National Collegiate Athletic Association logo.

Martin: How the month of March affects next wrestling season

Zach Martin
March 31, 2020
Kevin Dresser and his coaching staff look on during the duel against Oklahoma State on Jan. 26 at Hilton Coliseum.

Martin: While everyone might be better next year, Iowa State wrestling will be

Zach Martin
March 14, 2020
Todd Small prepares for a takedown against Franco Valdez during the Iowa State and Chattanooga dual on Dec. 14.

Martin: Big Ten will dominate 133 pounds (LOST STORY)

Zach Martin
March 13, 2020
The National Collegiate Athletic Association logo.

Martin: Next steps crucial for NCAA

Zach Martin
March 13, 2020
Iowa State Head Coach Kevin Dresser claps during a match at the Big 12 Championships on March 8 inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa.

Martin and McDaniel: The NCAA Championships will be unique this year

Zach Martin and Stephen Mcdaniel
March 12, 2020

Selection Show brief (NOT DONE)

Zach Martin
March 11, 2020
Iowa States Ian Parker has his arm raised in victory after he defeats Oklahomas Dom Demas 4-2 in sudden victory in their 141-pound championship match March 8 at the Big 12 Championships inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa.

Parker, Carr win gold at Big 12 Championships

Zach Martin
March 8, 2020
Iowa States Chase Straw gets his hand raised in victory after defeating Fresno States Adam Kemp in a true fourth place match at 165 pounds to claim the final automatic bid on March 8 at the Big 12 Championships inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa.

Straw gets final takedown, wins in sudden victory to claim last auto bid

Zach Martin
March 8, 2020
Iowa States Ian Parker has his arm raised in victory after he defeats Oklahomas Dom Demas 4-2 in sudden victory in their 141-pound championship match March 8 at the Big 12 Championships inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa.

[PRINT ONLY] Parker, Carr win gold at Big 12 Wrestling Championships

Zach Martin
March 8, 2020
Ian Parker defeats his competition at 141 pounds in the matchup against Oklahoma State on Jan. 26, 2020, at Hilton Coliseum.

Parker overcomes obstacles to become elite at 141 pounds

Zach Martin
March 8, 2020
Assistant Head Coach Brent Metcalf and Graduate Assistant Coach Joey Palmer of Iowa State watch a match in the coaches corner on March 7 at the Big 12 Championships inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa

Pair of redshirt freshmen soak in views at Big 12s

Zach Martin
March 7, 2020
Iowa States Gannon Gremmel in the middle of riding Northern Colorados Dalton Robertson in their heavyweight semifinal matchup on March 7 at the Big 12 Championships inside the Bank of Oklahoma Center in Tulsa.

Iowa State wrestling sends four to finals, five remain alive for NCAA bids

Zach Martin
March 7, 2020
Redshirt junior Todd Small wrestles against Oklahomas Anthony Madrigal on Feb. 9.

Iowa State wrestling eyes first Big 12 title since 2009

Zach Martin
March 5, 2020
Marcus Coleman takes down TJ Pottinger at 184 pounds in Iowa States 22-16 win over North Dakota State on Feb. 23.

Martin: No one should be angry for what happened at Last Chance Open

Zach Martin
February 26, 2020
Joel Shapiro faces Cordell Eaton at 197 pounds in Iowa States 22-16 victory over North Dakota State on Feb. 23.

Takeaways: Final weekend has ups and downs for Iowa State

Zach Martin
February 23, 2020
Redshirt junior Gannon Gremmel faces of against Carter Isley during Iowa States 18-16 victory over No. 16 Northern Iowa at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16.

Iowa State closes regular season with win over North Dakota State

Zach Martin
February 23, 2020
Redshirt junior Alex Mackall faces off against Jay Schwarm during Iowa States 18-16 victory over No. 16 Northern Iowa on Feb. 15 at Hilton Coliseum.

Missouri blows out Iowa State, takes eight of 10 weights

Zach Martin
February 22, 2020
Then-redshirt freshman Joel Shapiro faces off against Isaiah Patton during Iowa States 18-16 victory over then-No. 16 Northern Iowa on Feb. 16 at Hilton Coliseum. 

Iowa State close regular season with eyes on the postseason

Zach Martin
February 20, 2020
Redshirt junior Sam Colbray faces off against Bryce Steiert during Iowa States 18-16 victory over No. 16 Northern Iowa on Feb. 15 at Hilton Coliseum.

Colbray’s upset and Gremmel’s win spur Iowa State to comeback victory

Zach Martin
February 16, 2020
Todd Small locks up with Oklahoma States Reece Witcraft during the Cyclones and the Cowboys dual on Jan. 26.

Iowa State grabs six bonus point victories in dismantling of West Virginia

Zach Martin
February 15, 2020
Iowa State then-redshirt junior Chase Straw takes on South Dakota State then-sophomore Colten Carlson as a part of the 157-pound weight class during the first period of their match at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 1, 2019. Straw won the matchup. The Iowa State wrestling team won 47-0 against South Dakota State.

Notebook: Five years goes ‘super fast’ for lone senior starter

Zach Martin
February 11, 2020
Iowa States Sam Colbray celebrates after picking up a 14-4 major decision over Oklahomas Kayne MacCallum at 184 pounds on Jan. 25, 2019.

Colbray grabs signature win as Iowa State defeats Oklahoma

Zach Martin
February 9, 2020
Ian Parker defeats his competition at 141 pounds in the matchup against Oklahoma State on Jan. 26, 2020, at Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State goes for fourth road dual win in Norman

Zach Martin
February 6, 2020
Kevin Dresser and his coaching staff look on during the duel against Oklahoma State on Jan. 26 at Hilton Coliseum.

Takeaways: Engine runs beautifully with no Carr

Zach Martin
February 1, 2020
Kevin Dresser and his coaching staff look on during the duel against Oklahoma State on Jan. 26 at Hilton Coliseum.

Notebook: Last month provides Gremmel with separation chances

Zach Martin
January 29, 2020
Iowa State Head Coach Kevin Dresser looks on as Cyclone heavyweight Gannon Gremmel wrestles in overtime against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2019.

Takeaways: Back to high school for Iowa State

Zach Martin
January 26, 2020
David Carr warms up inside Frost Arena before Iowa States Big 12 dual against South Dakota State in Brookings, South Dakota.

Oklahoma State handles Iowa State 23-9

Zach Martin
January 26, 2020
Iowa States then-redshirt sophomore Alex Mackall ties up with his opponent during the dual against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2018, in Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State looking to snap double-digit losing streak against Oklahoma State

Zach Martin
January 21, 2020
Iowa State redshirt junior Alex Mackall locks up with South Dakota States Danny Vega from its dual on Jan. 17. The Cyclones defeated the Jackrabbits 22-17.

Mackall, Colbray lead Iowa State in road dual triumph

Zach Martin
January 17, 2020
Iowa State Head Coach Kevin Dresser looks on as Cyclone heavyweight Gannon Gremmel wrestles in overtime against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2019.

Notebook: February return likely for Degen

Zach Martin
January 15, 2020
Redshirt freshman David Carr speaks to reporters at Iowa State wrestling media day Oct. 30.

Takeaways: West coast road trip presents more questions than answers for Iowa State

Zach Martin
January 12, 2020
Iowa State then-redshirt sophomore Ian Parker locks up with his opponent during the Cyclones match against Missouri on Feb. 24. The Cyclones lost 15-23.

Iowa State lose two out of three duals in Phoenix

Zach Martin
January 11, 2020
Iowa State wrestling coach Kevin Dresser (left) and assistant coach Brent Metcalf (right) cheer after then-freshman Zane Mulder takes down South Dakota State senior Logan Peterson during their match in the 165-pound weight class. The Iowa State wrestling team won 47-0 against South Dakota State at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 1.

Iowa State continues west coast swing on a baseball diamond

Zach Martin
January 9, 2020
Iowa State then-redshirt sophomore Gannon Gremmel attempts a takedown during the Cyclones dual against Missouri on Feb. 24.

Gremmel claims Iowa State’s first Scuffle title in five years

Zach Martin
January 2, 2020
Head Coach Steve Prohm calls out plays during Iowa State’s 70-52 victory over Northern Illinois at Hilton Coliseum on Nov. 12.

Takeaways: Up is the only direction for Iowa State

Zach Martin
January 1, 2020
Sophomore guard Rasir Bolton is fouled while trying to shoot the ball during Iowa State’s 73-45 victory over Southern Mississippi at Hilton Coliseum on Nov. 19.

Florida A&M pulls ultimate New Year’s Eve upset over Iowa State

Zach Martin
December 31, 2019
Then-redshirt junior Chase Straw gets a takedown against then-redshirt freshman Spencer Heywood during the first match of the Iowa State vs. Utah Valley dual-meet Feb. 3 in Hilton Coliseum. Straw won by major decision 4-0, and the Cyclones defeated the Wolverines 53-0.

Iowa State begins grueling month with the Southern Scuffle

Zach Martin
December 30, 2019
Iowa State wrestling assistant coach Derek St. John (left), head coach Kevin Dresser (middle) and assistant coach Brent Metcalf (right) watch intently as redshirt sophomore Jarrett Degen takes on South Dakota State junior Henry Pohlmeyer as a part of the 149-pound weight class. Degen won against Pohlmeyer in the third period. The Iowa State wrestling team won 47-0 against South Dakota State.

Takeaways: Dresser challenging guys to impose their will following win over Mocs

Zach Martin
December 14, 2019
Redshirt freshman David Carr speaks to reporters at Iowa State wrestling media day Oct. 30.

Iowa State cruises to second dual win over Chattanooga

Zach Martin
December 14, 2019
Brent Metcalf (left) and Derek St. John (right) watch the action unfold inside Hilton Coliseum. Iowa defeated Iowa State, 35-6.

Iowa State looks to get back on top against Chattanooga

Zach Martin
December 12, 2019
Then-redshirt-freshman Marcus Coleman celebrates after winning his match against Anthony Mantanona of Oklahoma on Jan. 25, 2019.

Takeaways: Memorable performances, finishes lead Cyclones to top-six finish in Vegas

Zach Martin
December 8, 2019
Iowa States then-redshirt sophomore Alex Mackall ties up with his opponent during the dual against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2018, in Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State sends three to semifinals after Day 1 of Cliff Keen

Zach Martin
December 6, 2019
Iowa State then-redshirt sophomore Sam Colbray pauses during an official review during his match against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2019.

Notebook: Less ‘calculated’ Colbray ready for stacked Cliff Keen Invitational

Zach Martin
December 4, 2019
Iowa State then-redshirt senior Willie Miklus celebrates after securing a win in his final match Feb. 24 at Hilton Coliseum.

Miklus embraces graduate coach position after collegiate wrestling career

Zach Martin
December 3, 2019
Redshirt junior Chase Straw wrestles Justin Ruffin during the Iowa State vs SIU-Edwardsville match in Stephens Auditorium Nov. 11. The Cyclones won nine of the ten matches over the Cougars.

Takeaways: Iowa State still has room to grow after Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk rout

Zach Martin
November 24, 2019
Iowa State Head Coach Kevin Dresser looks on as Cyclone heavyweight Gannon Gremmel wrestles in overtime against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2019.

Iowa State drops 16th straight Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk dual to Hawkeyes

Zach Martin
November 24, 2019
Iowa State then-redshirt sophomore Ian Parker locks up with his opponent during the Cyclones match against Missouri on Feb. 24. The Cyclones lost 15-23.

Iowa State looks for first Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk dual win in 16 years

Zach Martin
November 21, 2019
Kevin Dresser, Iowa States head coach of wrestling, speaks at his introductory press conference on Feb. 22, 2017. 

Iowa State wrestling inks five recruits

Zach Martin
November 18, 2019
Iowa State redshirt freshman Marcus Coleman takes on South Dakota State redshirt freshman Samuel Grove as a part of the 174-pound weight class during first period of their match at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 1. Coleman won the match up. The Iowa State wrestling team won 47-0 against South Dakota State.

Coleman’s pin leads Cyclones to season-opening win over Bucknell

Zach Martin
November 17, 2019
Then-freshman David Carr takes on another wrestler during the Harold Nichols Cyclone Open on Nov. 3, 2018 in Hilton Coliseum. Fifty-two schools competed during this tournament.

Notebook: Carr or Straw to prepare for matchup with top Bucknell wrestler

Zach Martin
November 12, 2019
Then-redshirt junior Chase Straw gets a takedown against then-redshirt freshman Spencer Heywood during the first match of the Iowa State vs. Utah Valley dual-meet Feb. 3 in Hilton Coliseum. Straw won by major decision 4-0, and the Cyclones defeated the Wolverines 53-0.

Takeaways: Shapiro steps in at 197 following a third place finish

Zach Martin
November 11, 2019
Iowa States then-redshirt sophomore Alex Mackall ties up with his opponent during the dual against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2018, in Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State crowns six champions at home tournament

Zach Martin
November 10, 2019
Dean Corner (middle) at Iowa State. 

All-American, Iowa State alum Corner passes away

Zach Martin
November 6, 2019
Iowa State Head Coach Kevin Dresser looks on as Cyclone heavyweight Gannon Gremmel wrestles in overtime against Missouri on Feb. 24, 2019.

Iowa State wrestling ready for high expectations with bolstered lineup

Zach Martin
November 5, 2019
Then-redshirt freshman Jarrett Degen wrestles Tyshawn Williams during the Iowa State vs. SIU-Edwardsville match Nov. 11, 2018, in Stephens Auditorium. The Cyclones won nine of the 10 matches over the Cougars. 

Degen grows as a verbal leader for the Cyclones

Zach Martin
November 3, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State Sept. 27 and Sept. 29 at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena.

Cyclone Hockey nabs shutout win over Ohio

Zach Martin
October 26, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State on Sept. 27.

Defense, Zimmerman lead Cyclone Hockey to first win in over a week

Zach Martin
October 18, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State Sept. 27 and Sept. 29 at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena.

Cyclone Hockey not panicking about record, struggles ahead of Jamestown series

Zach Martin
October 17, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State on Sept. 27.

Cyclone Hockey suffers third straight loss, gets swept by Lions

Zach Martin
October 12, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State Sept. 27 and Sept. 29. The Ice Bears won both games, leaving with a 2-0 victory.

Scrum goals lead to second-straight loss for Cyclone Hockey

Zach Martin
October 11, 2019
Then-sophomore Gabe Bortscheller skates backward down the ice during the Cardinal and Gold Team Scrimmage on Sept. 15, 2017. Bortscheller, now a senior, had to give up hockey due to a medical heart condition.

Gabe Bortscheller’s hockey passion stays strong despite heart problem

Zach Martin
October 8, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State on Sept. 27.

Cyclone Hockey moves forward with focus on Redbirds

Zach Martin
October 3, 2019
The Iowa State hockey team played Missouri State on Sept. 27.

Takeaways: Iowa State seeing growth from young roster

Zach Martin
September 30, 2019
Then-sophomore forward Dylan Goggin during the game at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena on Oct. 19, 2018. The Cyclones lost 4-1 after a well-fought game.

Cyclone Hockey shut out in first loss of season

Zach Martin
September 28, 2019
Several Cyclone Hockey players watch as the team plays in the ACHA National Tournament on March 27. Iowa State fell in the championship game.

Zimmerman, defense ignite Cyclone Hockey to triumph over Missouri State

Zach Martin
September 27, 2019
Then-sophomore forward Dylan Goggin during the game at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena on Oct. 19, 2018. The Cyclones lost 4-1 after a well-fought game.

Cyclones snare OT win over Waldorf to sweep weekend series

Zach Martin
September 21, 2019
Then-sophomore forward Dylan Goggin during the game at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena on Oct. 19, 2018. The Cyclones lost 4-1 after a well-fought game.

Newcomers power Cyclones to season-opening shutout

Zach Martin
September 20, 2019
Then-freshman Patrick Berges fights for possession of the puck during the Cyclone Hockey versus McKendree University game Nov. 30. The Cyclones lost to the Bearcats 5-2.

Cyclone Hockey prepares to reload, get over runner-up hump

Zach Martin
September 17, 2019

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