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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 Sep. 27, 2025 7:50 pm7h ago
Iowa football had its chances to upset the Hoosiers, but failed to find the end zone in the second half.
Iowa Football Sep. 27, 2025 1:12 pm14h ago
The two head coaches both started as graduate assistants at Pitt a few years apart, and now face off in as Big Ten foes for the first time.
Iowa Football Sep. 25, 2025 5:01 pm2d ago
The Iowa Hawkeyes 1985 team is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Saturday, and will be honored during Iowa’s game against No. 11 Indiana.
Iowa Football Sep. 25, 2025 2:22 pm2d ago
The Hoosiers have the nation on notice, but how can the Hawkeyes turn the tide in their favor? Here are 3 keys to victory for the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Iowa Football Sep. 24, 2025 7:00 pm3d ago
The Hawkeyes’ receiving room has grown every week. With No. 11 Indiana up next, the confidence will be key against the Hoosiers
Iowa Football Sep. 23, 2025 5:53 pm4d ago
The Hawkeyes face Curt Cignetti-lead Indiana for the first time, presenting a new challenge Iowa football must face in conference play
Hawk Off the Press Sep. 23, 2025 5:28 pm4d ago
Iowa Volleyball head coach Jim Barnes talks with Madison Hricik in this weeks Hawk Off the Press podcast
Iowa Football Sep. 23, 2025 11:42 am4d ago
The Hoosiers’ win over Illinois catapulted Indiana into the College Football Playoff conversation for the second-straight season
Iowa Football Sep. 23, 2025 1:01 pm4d ago
The Big Ten has seven teams ranked in the top 25 after the first weekend of conference games
Iowa Hawkeyes Sports Sep. 21, 2025 6:31 pm6d ago
The Hawkeyes had one of their best starts in program history, and are determined to turn heads in conference play starting this week
Iowa Football Sep. 20, 2025 9:10 pm7d ago
The Hawkeyes’ road win came down to details. How did those details impact the game?
Iowa Football Sep. 20, 2025 9:06 pm7d ago
The Hawkeyes’ Big Ten road win was the biggest step the offense took all season. How can they carry it through the rest of conference play?
Iowa Football Sep. 20, 2025 1:40 am8d ago
With three rushing touchdowns and 186 passing yards, the sixth year quarterback became the winningest quarterback in NCAA history with a 38-28 win over Rutgers.
Iowa Football Sep. 18, 2025 5:31 pm9d ago
Former Hawkeye and Big Ten Network reporter Anthony Herron joins Madison Hricik to discuss Kirk Ferentz 206th win, the Iowa Hawkeyes matchup against Rutgers and the Big Ten Conference football.
Iowa Football Sep. 18, 2025 2:17 pm9d ago
The Hawkeyes offense hasn’t been perfect, but its slow improvement could help with confidence to start Big Ten play against Rutgers