Iowa Wrestling opens season against Bellarmine amid roster changes

The No. 4 Iowa Hawkeyes begin the 2026-27 wrestling season against Bellarmine today. Iowa, having previously defeated Bellarmine in dual matches (49-0 in 2024 and 40-0 in 2025), will face the Knights without two starters, Jordan Williams and Ryan Crookham. Williams is serving a suspension related to an OWI charge, while Crookham, a transfer, is sidelined. Iowa returns four All-Americans from last year and is under the guidance of Tom and Terry Brands, entering their 21st season. The team aims to solidify their standings in an increasingly competitive, facing challenges from top contenders in their conference this year.

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