Viral TikTok video highlights emotional side of Iowa's 'Hawkeye Wave
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Last updated Sep 15, 2026
A TikTok video by Jamie Schallock showcases the heartwarming tradition of the 'Hawkeye Wave' at the University of Iowa. The tradition involves fans waving to patients at the nearby children’s hospital after the first quarter of home football games. In the video, Schallock's daughter, Aria, who is undergoing treatment for a rare kidney cancer, is encouraged to wave back to the fans. This is the second time the family experienced the 'Hawkeye Wave,' having first done so earlier this month. The campaign started on September 7, 2017, to support young patients during games.
- •The 'Hawkeye Wave' began on September 7, 2017.
- •Fans wave to children at the hospital during home games.
- •Jamie Schallock’s daughter Aria is a cancer patient.
- •The TikTok video was posted on September 13, 2026.
- •The tradition provides emotional support for young patients.
- 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Viral TikTok video shows heart-warming other side of Iowa's iconic 'Hawkeye Wave'
- 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Viral TikTok video shows heartwarming other side of Iowa's iconic 'Hawkeye Wave'
"The tradition began in September 2017, and takes place after the first quarter at every Iowa home football game.
"The tradition began in September 2017, and takes place after the first quarter at every Iowa home football game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 11:16 PMViral TikTok video shows heart-warming other side of Iowa's iconic 'Hawkeye Wave'
The tradition began in September 2017, and takes place after the first quarter at every Iowa home football game.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 11:16 PMViral TikTok video shows heartwarming other side of Iowa's iconic 'Hawkeye Wave'
The tradition began in September 2017, and takes place after the first quarter at every Iowa home football game.
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