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Newton Today
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Newton Athlete Caden Klein Signs with UNI Football
Klein discusses his decision to play for the UNI Panthers and missing basketball season due to injury.
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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Caden Klein, a multi-sport athlete from Newton, Iowa, has signed a National Letter of Intent to play football for the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) Panthers. In a recent interview, Klein discussed his decision to attend UNI, what he plans to study, and the challenges he faced missing the start of the basketball season due to an injury.
Why it matters
Klein's decision to join the UNI football program is significant for the local community, as he is a talented multi-sport athlete who has the potential to make an impact at the collegiate level. His story also highlights the challenges student-athletes can face when dealing with injuries and balancing multiple sports.
The details
In the interview, Klein shared that he chose to attend UNI because of the school's strong academic programs and the opportunity to play for the Panthers' football team. He plans to study business at UNI. Klein also discussed the disappointment of missing the start of the basketball season due to an injury, but he is now fully recovered and looking forward to contributing to his team's success.
- Caden Klein signed his National Letter of Intent on February 10, 2026.
- Klein missed the first part of the basketball season due to an injury.
The players
Caden Klein
A multi-sport athlete from Newton, Iowa, who has signed a National Letter of Intent to play football for the University of Northern Iowa.
University of Northern Iowa (UNI) Panthers
The football team that Caden Klein has committed to play for.
What they’re saying
“I chose UNI because of the strong academic programs and the opportunity to play football for the Panthers.”
— Caden Klein (kniakrls.com)
“Missing the start of the basketball season due to injury was really disappointing, but I'm glad to be fully recovered and ready to contribute to the team.”
— Caden Klein (kniakrls.com)
What’s next
Klein will begin his studies and football career at the University of Northern Iowa in the fall of 2026.
The takeaway
Caden Klein's decision to join the UNI football program showcases the talent and dedication of local student-athletes, and his story highlights the challenges they can face when balancing multiple sports and recovering from injuries.
