Iowa–Iowa State Football Rivalry Heats Up
The Battle of the Cy-Hawk Trophy
The Iowa–Iowa State (ISU) football rivalry is an annual college football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Iowa State Cyclones. The game is played for the Cy-Hawk Trophy, which was first awarded in 1977. The rivalry is one of the most heated in the Big 12 Conference and is often decided by a close margin.
The Early Years
The first game between Iowa and Iowa State was played in 1894, and Iowa won 24–0. The rivalry quickly became one of the most important games on the schedule for both teams. In the early years, Iowa dominated the series, winning 15 of the first 20 games. However, Iowa State began to close the gap in the 1920s and 1930s, and the rivalry became more competitive.
The Hayden Fry Era
One of the most memorable eras in the Iowa–Iowa State rivalry was the Hayden Fry era. Fry coached Iowa from 1979 to 1998, and he led the Hawkeyes to 14 wins over Iowa State. Fry's teams were known for their physical play and their ability to win close games.
The Dan McCarney Era
Dan McCarney coached Iowa State from 1995 to 2006, and he led the Cyclones to 6 wins over Iowa. McCarney's teams were known for their tough defense and their ability to run the football.
The Recent Years
The Iowa–Iowa State rivalry has been very competitive in recent years. Since 2007, the teams have traded wins and losses, and the game has often been decided by a field goal or less.
The Game
The Iowa–Iowa State game is played at alternating sites, with one game being played in Iowa City and the other in Ames. The game is typically played in late November or early December. The atmosphere at the game is electric, with both sets of fans cheering loudly for their team.
The Cy-Hawk Trophy
The Cy-Hawk Trophy is a bronze statue of a hawk perched on a football. The trophy is awarded to the winner of the Iowa–Iowa State game. The trophy was created in 1977 by the Iowa Farm Bureau and the Iowa State University Alumni Association.
The Key Statistics
* Iowa leads the series 46–23–4. * Iowa has won the last two games in the series. * The largest margin of victory in the series is 56 points, which Iowa won by in 1900. * The smallest margin of victory in the series is 1 point, which Iowa State won by in 1999. * The game has been decided by a field goal or less 10 times.
The Impact
The Iowa–Iowa State rivalry is one of the most important games on the schedule for both teams. The game has a significant impact on the Big 12 standings and can also have a major impact on the national rankings. The rivalry is also a major source of pride for both schools and their fans.
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