Iowa State secured a 21-3 victory over North Dakota in college football, showcasing strong defense and efficient play from quarterback Rocco Becht. Meanwhile, in a thrilling field hockey match, No. 2 North Carolina edged out No. 6 Iowa 2-1, with UNC dominating in shots and penalty corners. The Iowa Hawkeyes struggled against Illinois State's pressure but managed to turn the game around with a late field goal. In volleyball, No. 20 Florida State swept South Florida in three sets, and Northern Iowa crushed Florida International in their season opener, driven by a strong team performance and service aces from Kira Fallert.