Athletics Stories & News

From UNI to Ninja U and TV’s “American Ninja Warrior”

Many of the athletes featured on "American Ninja Warrior" have something in common: they train at Ninja U, which is owned and operated by two UNI alums.

UNI alum Brittni Donaldson becomes first female coach in Atlanta Hawks history

UNI women’s basketball alum Brittni Donaldson has been hired as an assistant coach with the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks.

UNI alum Nick Nurse named head coach of Philadelphia 76ers

Former UNI men’s basketball guard Nick Nurse was announced as the head coach of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers on June 1, 2023.

UNI offers sports administration through Individual Studies bachelor’s degree program

The University of Northern Iowa is announcing a new Individual Studies: Sports Administration BA, available starting August 2023.

UNI alum Deb Vangellow honored by LPGA for giving back to the sport of golf

University of Northern Iowa alum Deb Vangellow has been named the recipient of the 2023 Nancy Lopez Golf Achievement Award.

Erin Kerkhoff named to U.S. Paralympic National Team

UNI's Erin Kerkhoff has been named to the 2023 U.S. Paralympic national track and field team, as announced by U.S. Paralympic Track and Field on Sunday.

Panther Caravan brings message of teamwork, leadership to Iowa middle schools

In addition to family-friendly evening events, Panther Caravan also includes outreach to the next generation of Panthers through visits to area schools.

From Panther basketball to business, teamwork is Austin Pehl’s secret to success

UNI helped pave the wave for one-time student athlete Austin Pehl to find success at an architecture firm.

UNI softball celebrates MVC Post Season Awards

Nine Panthers have been named to All-Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) teams while four earned specialty awards for the 2023 season.

UNI’s Olivia Chambers headed to World Para Swimming Championships

Get ready to see University of Northern Iowa swimmer Olivia Chambers at the 2023 World Para Swimming Championships.