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Madison Hricik
I cover the Iowa Football beat, bringing experience from reporting at major East Coast outlets including The Buffalo News, The News & Observer, The Richmond Times-Dispatch, and The Associated Press. I earned a master’s degree in broadcast and digital journalism from Syracuse University in 2025, where I was part of the sports media communications cohort, and a bachelor’s degree in media arts and design with a minor in sports communication from James Madison University in 2023.
Originally from Ashburn, Virginia, I’m the oldest of three siblings. Outside of journalism, I’m deeply passionate about advancing research and funding for pancreatic cancer. Sign up for the weekly Hawk Off the Press Newsletter.
Latest Articles by Madison Hricik
Iowa Football Nov. 30, 2025 9:58 pm4h ago
The Hawkeyes won three of four trophy games this year, and all three wins were the most dominant performances of the season.
Iowa Football Nov. 30, 2025 1:24 pm13h ago
The Hawkeyes took down Nebraska in a dominant road victory, filled with more good things than bad. Here’s a look at what made Iowa so successful in its rivalry game.
Iowa Football Nov. 28, 2025 5:09 pm2d ago
The Hawkeye defensive lineman and his wife had their first child on Thanksgiving Day, before Graves left for Lincoln to play in his final regular season game.
Iowa Football Nov. 28, 2025 4:27 pm2d ago
The Hawkeyes visited Nebraska to end the regular season, recording over 350 total yards to beat the Cornhuskers.
Iowa Football Nov. 26, 2025 3:30 pm4d ago
The Hawkeyes’ defensive lineman spent the last four years preparing for a starting role. With two games left in his college career, he’s found his niche as a quiet, but confident, leader.
Iowa Football Nov. 26, 2025 3:17 pm4d ago
Madison Hricik talks with Lincoln Journal Star columnist Amie Just about the upcoming matchup between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the challenges each team will face at Memorial Stadium.
Iowa Football Nov. 27, 2025 9:22 pm3d ago
The Hawkeyes travel to Lincoln, Nebraska to face the Cornhuskers in the regular season finale. Here are key elements to have Iowa can keep the Heroes Trophy in Iowa City.
Iowa Football Nov. 25, 2025 6:04 pm5d ago
The Hawkeyes’ captain has been with the program for six seasons. Just before the final game of the regular season, he received recognition as one of college football’s best lineman.
Iowa Football Nov. 25, 2025 7:28 am5d ago
The Hawkeyes head to Nebraska for their regular season finale, facing a program that’s led by a young quarterback who’s taken over the starting job in the last month.
Iowa Football Nov. 25, 2025 1:20 pm5d ago
The Hawkeyes remain one of the better teams in the conference this season, and travel to Nebraska for their annual rivalry game.
Iowa Football Nov. 24, 2025 10:52 am6d ago
Iowa’s win over Michigan State wasn’t perfect. Here are the moments that defined the eventual Hawkeye win in the 11th hour.
Iowa Football Nov. 23, 2025 9:11 am7d ago
Drew Stevens’ game-winning field goal against Michigan State was his fourth of his career. It’s now close to his favorite kick he’s made in an Iowa uniform.
Iowa Football Nov. 22, 2025 7:52 pm8d ago
The Hawkeyes trailed for nearly the entire second half until the two minute warning, when Iowa scored a touchdown and a game-winning field goal to beat Michigan State in the final home game of the season.
Iowa Football Nov. 21, 2025 6:28 pm9d ago
The Voice of Kinnick Stadium belonged to Mark Abbott since 2000. He’ll bid farewell and retire as the Hawkeey football public address announcer on Saturday against Michigan State after 26 seasons.
Iowa Football Nov. 20, 2025 1:56 pm10d ago
Ethan Hurkett committed to Iowa 30 minutes after receiving his offer. On Saturday, he’ll play his final home game in a Hawkeye uniform as one of the team captains.

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