Nichols shines as freshman slugger fuels Iowa softball surge
Iowa freshman Emily Nichols set the schools single season home run mark with 15, stroking a RBI single in a 4-0 win over Iowa State as Lisa Birocci praises her pace and focus. The Hawkeyes win the Cy-Hawk series opener and extend an eight game streak as they head to Michigan State.
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Upper Iowa Blue White Spring Football Game Preview
Fayette notes that Upper Iowa University hosts a Blue White spring football game on Saturday at 11 a.m. in Hischeid Stadium. The scrimmage uses four 12 minute quarters with a unique defense scoring system and free admission for spectators.
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Cael Sanderson to Speak at Beckman High School Dinner
Olympic gold medalist Cael Sanderson, a four time NCAA champion at Iowa State, will headline a Beckman High School event Saturday night. The Beckman Booster Club sponsors the dinner, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets cost 15 dollars and may be purchased by calling 563 875 7188.
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Olympic high jumper enters the Drake Relays
Olympic silver medalist Matt Hemmingway will compete in the Drake Relays invitational high jump on April 30 in Des Moines. The 32 year old has a personal best of 7 feet 9 inches and jumped 7-8 at the Athens Olympic Games last year. He led the 2005 indoor season with the best U S mark at 7-7.
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Steffes Overcomes USHL Start to Shine in Playoffs
Gary Steffes, among four 2004-05 RoughRiders headed to Miami of Ohio, fought a rough USHL debut with missed shots and tough defense. His coach praised his work ethic and team focus, noting he found the net in playoffs after early droughts. He plans to return to the Riders before college.
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RoughRiders Open East Division Playoffs at Cedar Rapids
The Cedar Rapids RoughRiders host the Chicago Steel in a best-of-five East Division playoff opener at Cedar Rapids Ice Arena with 7 p.m. faceoff. They swept Indiana 3 0 in the first round and own a 6 2 regular season edge over Chicago. Radio and ticket details follow.
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Cedar Rapids Hogs seek right coach for fledgling league
Cedar Rapids league officials have no timetable for hiring a new coach as they focus on finding the right fit for the franchise. The 2005-06 schedule is not released yet, with a season slated from November to March and each team set to play 62 games.
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