Johnson adds BMW as Sponsor
Zach Johnson adds BMW as a sponsor in a two year deal focused on corporate appearances. Agent Brad Buffoni notes BMW is a new blue chip partner joining Johnson’s existing five sponsors including AEGON Transamerica RSM McGladrey Titleist and Dunhill Golf. Johnson has renewed all current contracts and upgraded some terms. The Masters Par 3 Contest at Augusta was televised by ESPN with highlights from Arnold Palmer Jack Nicklaus and Rory Sabbatini.
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Masters Moments Shape Augusta Legend and Tickets Fetch High Prices
The Masters draws fans for the course's familiar spring beauty and the tournament lore. Zach Johnson defends as an eight of ten run boosts him to near-unequaled odds while the badge market remains strong at around 3500 dollars for a four day pass. Historic shots define the course, from Crenshaw's 60 foot birdie at the 10th in 1984 to Lyle's bunker escape to win by one stroke at Augusta.
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Johnson closers Masters win solidifies legacy at Augusta
Johnson credits last year's dramatic Masters victory with proving he can close on golf's biggest stage. He notes rivals like Ford and Goalby, past champs, understand the weight of a Masters title while Johnson embraces the unique pressure and the Champions Room prestige.
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Tobin shines as Kernels blank River Bandits 2-0 in opener
Cedar Rapids pitcher Mason Tobin, with Iowa ties in his family, fired a three hit shutout over seven innings as the Kernels beat Quad Cities 2-0 in the first game of a Midwest League doubleheader at Memorial Stadium. Three pitchers combined for a 3-0 shutout in the nightcap before 629 fans.
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Kernels blank River Bandits in opener as Romine throws out runner
Kernels pitcher Tobin praised being drafted while delivering a 91 mph fastball to seal a shutout. Cedar Rapids defense backed him with a Romine relay at the plate and a diving catch by Tyler Johnson ending the game. Robert Fish added five solid innings with six whiffs. The Kernels and River Bandits next clash at 6:30 tonight.
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Dream Team Classic pits Iowa seniors against national elites
PREP WRESTLING Dream Team Classic in Iowa City at West High School starts at 6 p.m. Saturday. Iowa features Matt McDonough Kris Thompson Nate Moore Grant Gambrall Mark Ballweg plus signees Andrew Long and Eric Thompson. Tickets are $10 at the door. doors open 4 p.m.
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Two Riders named All Rookie on USHL team
Cedar Rapids RoughRiders goaltender Brady Hjelle and defenseman Matt Donovan earned spots on the USHL All-Rookie Team. Hjelle posted a 22-15-4 record with a 2.50 GAA and .921 save, while Donovan, from Edmond Oklahoma, had a plus-19 and 12 goals 18 assists in 59 games. Donovan is expected back with the RoughRiders next season. Forward Jason Gregoire of Lincoln was named Player of the Year. Additional All-Rookie and All-Star selections, plus Coach of the Year honors, were cited for other teams.
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