Kernels edge Chiefs in 10th to close in on playoff berth
Cedar Rapids moves four games ahead of Quad Cities for the Western Division final playoff spot after a 2-1 10 inning win over Peoria. Alberto Rosario started the 10th with a double and scored on a misplayed bunt. In New York, Osi Umenyiora requires season ending knee surgery, leaving the Giants thinner at defensive end with Strahan retired and Tuck stepping in.
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Johnson eliminated from FedEx Cup at The Barclays
Cedar Rapids native Zach Johnson misses the Barclays cut ending at 131st and out of the FedEx Cup top 120 needed to advance to the Deutsche Bank Championship. Johnson entered play 112th in the playoff series and will not move on.
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U S Wins Gold In Beijing Basketball Final
The United States defeated Spain 118 107 to capture its first Olympic men's basketball gold since 2000. Dwyane Wade led with 27 points, Kobe Bryant added 20, and LeBron James praised a hard fought comeback as the U S claimed the title over a tougher Spaniard squad. Argentina took bronze with 87 75 over Lithuania.
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Iowa Hawks reshuffle as Ferentz retools staff
Iowa football unveils a major coaching overhaul with Erik Campbell taking over receivers and tight ends, Lester Erb moving to running backs, Carl Jackson’s retirement prompting the changes. Norm Parker shifts to sole defensive coordinator as Ferentz lightens his load. Kickoff is 11 a.m. Saturday on Big Ten Network.
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Mount Vernon seeks return trip on state volleyball final day
Mount Vernon aims to finish strong on November 15 in the Class 3A state tournament. Shelby Kintzel says the team is focused on playing on the last day after last year's final loss. The Mustangs swept regional foes and advanced to the state final before falling to Heelan, fueling high hopes this year.
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