Kernels Open Midwest League Season at Wisconsin
Cedar Rapids begins a 132 game Midwest League slate with three games at Wisconsin. The Kernels bring prospects and optimism as they kick off the season in a weekend series at Veterans Memorial Stadium, hoping to start a new playoff streak after last season's end.
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Kernels Begin 2025 Season Under Meyer In Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Kernels unveil 2025 schedule at Veterans Memorial Stadium with Brian Meyer in his first season as manager. Opening day roster highlights 29 players with strong prospects across offense defense and pitching, as the team travels tonight to Wisconsin and hosts Beloit before peoria and South Bend series.
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Pace adds edge for Iowa as CMU transfer eyes impact
Iowa City notes Marengo, Illinois native Jonah Pace, a 6-foot-5, 285-pound defensive tackle from Central Michigan, could anchor the Hawkeyes pass rush after visiting Hansen Center years earlier and facing stiffer Big Ten competition. Fellow lineman Max Llewellyn praises Pace as full throttle, while Iowa navigates depth behind Yahya Black.
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Iowa Football 2025 schedule and Pace's comments
Iowa football 2025 schedule lists games from late August through November with nonconference and Big Ten opponents. The text highlights Pace, a Chippewas defender, who played 36 straight games, posted 11 tackles for loss and four sacks in 2024, and reflects on his Central Michigan roots and workmanlike approach.
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Iowa State alum Chase Allen stars with St. Louis Battlehawks
Chase Allen, former Iowa State tight end and four time All-Big 12 pick, plays for the St. Louis Battlehawks in the United Football League. He notes strong leadership and camaraderie as the team opened the season with a 31 6 win over Houston and praises ties to ISU figures including Hakeem Butler Mike Rose and Willie Harvey. Allen also highlights working with ISU coach Matt Campbell’s son Rocco Becht, as Anthony Becht serves as Battlehawks coach.
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