Iowa Freshman Nelson Sparks 10-0 Win Over Indiana
Iowa City saw Andy Nelson go 2-for-3 with two home runs and four RBIs as Reece Reuter pitched six shutout innings in a 10-0 seven inning victory over Indiana at Duane Banks Field. The win completed a second straight Big Ten series sweep, with Nelson boosting his season homer total.
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Iowa Hawkeyes rally sparkled by Nelson in mercy-rule win
Nelson homered twice driving in Rogers and Wulf as Iowa built a lead against an opponent, sparking a seven-run surge that triggered the mercy rule. Coach Heller praised Nelson's hot stretch and Andy’s 3-0 green-light power, boosting Iowa’s depth and offense. Gable Mitchell contributed as the lineup short-term momentum grows.
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Texans land Higgins and Noel after strong Ames talk
Houston general manager Nick Caserio praised Iowa State receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel after a call with Matt Campbell. Higgins went 34th overall and Noel 79th, adding to Xavier Hutchinson in 2023. Houston now has three ISU alum receivers.
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Iowa Hawkeyes not done yet in transfer portal
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz says the Hawkeyes remain active in the transfer portal after spring practice, with a couple more visitors expected this week. Former Austin Peay defensive back Gavin Edwards announced his commitment to Maryland, while Iowa has added Ferris State lineman Bryce George, Wake Forest quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski, and South Dakota corner Shaheed Barros.
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