Trump previously attended a ‘Cy-Hawk’ game in 2015 that ended with the Hawkeye’s win
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Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend the annual “Cy-Hawk” football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Iowa State Cyclones in Ames, Iowa, this Saturday. The game will take place at Jack Trice Stadium, which serves as the Cyclones’ home ground this year, and it is slated to kick off at 2:30 p.m. CT.
Matt Whitaker, who served as the acting attorney general during Trump’s presidency, expressed enthusiasm about Trump’s attendance at the game. In a press release reported by the Des Moines Register, Whitaker stated, “We are excited to extend an invitation to Donald J. Trump to join us for the Iowa vs. Iowa State football game this weekend. President Trump fondly remembers attending this game in 2015 and the incredible passion and excitement of the fans.”
Matt Whitaker, who played as a tight end for the Hawkeyes from 1990 to 1992, had a career total of 194 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Jack Whitver, a former Cyclones wide receiver and current Iowa Senate majority leader, also shared his thoughts on Trump’s visit to Iowa. In a statement, Whitver said, “Tens of thousands of Iowans will come together to tailgate and support their favorite teams. I take pride in having President Trump witness the greatest rivalry in college sports.”
In the 2015 game that Trump attended, the Hawkeyes secured a significant victory, defeating the Iowa State Cyclones with a final score of 31-17. Iowa pulled away with a strong second-half performance, outscoring Iowa State 21-0 to clinch the win.
During the 2015 game that President Trump attended, C.J. Beathard served as Iowa’s quarterback, impressively throwing for 215 yards and three touchdowns. The running back, Jordan Canzeri, contributed to the victory with 124 rushing yards on 24 carries and a touchdown.
In the current season, both Iowa teams have started on a positive note with victories in their opening games. The Iowa Hawkeyes secured a 24-14 win against Utah State, with quarterback Cade McNamara completing 17 of 30 passes for 191 yards and two touchdowns. Kaleb Johnson made an impact with 63 rushing yards and a touchdown.
On the other hand, the Iowa State Cyclones emerged victorious with a 30-9 win over the Northern Iowa Panthers. Quarterback Rocco Becht performed well, going 10 of 13 through the air for 113 yards and two touchdowns, while also contributing a rushing touchdown.
Indeed, as highlighted by both Whitaker and Whitver, this college football rivalry between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Iowa State Cyclones is renowned as one of the most exciting in the collegiate sports world. President Trump and all the spectators at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday afternoon are sure to witness a thrilling and highly anticipated matchup.