Spievey Returns to Iowa with Record of Triumph and Talent
Amari Spievey, after leaving Iowa for Iowa Central, returned to Iowa City to pursue academics and playing time. He starred at junior college with seven interceptions and two return TDs, earning All-America honors, then became a standout defensive back for Iowa, starting every game and earning second team All-Big Ten. He dreams of more, seeks All-American status, and was added to the Jim Thorpe Award watch list.
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Iowa defense backfield at a glance in depth chart notes
Iowa enters the season with Amari Spievey and Shaun Prater among the cornerbacks and safeties including Tyler Sash Brett Greenwood and David Cato. Depth is tested after Diaunte Morrow Lance Tillison transferred and Jordan Bernstine suffered a season ending injury. Prater suspended two games, opening competition behind Spievey with mix of Lowe Rowell Castillo Hyde.
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Lyle eyes breakthrough as ISU career rises
In one season at Butler he returned a 65 yard fumble for a touchdown and logged eight sacks. At Iowa State he blocked a field goal in a 15 13 win over Iowa. Last season his increased playing time helped him tie for the team lead with five sacks and add two forced fumbles, a recovered fumble, a pass batted down and 38 tackles as he aims to start and elevate his production this year.
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Battle of 42nd Street fuels in-state showdown
Xavier and Kennedy prepare for a high stakes clash in the Mississippi Valley rivalry. Xavier leads the series 7-5 since 1998 with two wins last season including a 4A state playoff victory. Kennedy coach Max Martino confirms a tough test for 2009 at Kingston Stadium.
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ISU defensive line at a glance stars and stats
ISU's defensive line features senior linemen Rashawn Parker Nate Frere and Christopher Lyle plus junior Austin Alburtis and sophomores Stephen Ruempelhamer Jerrod Black and Clevon Laing. Lyle led last year’s linemen in tackles and sacks but the Cyclones must improve sacks interceptions and pass rush to boost a 2-10 record from a year ago.
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2008 Class 2A District 4 5 6 football contenders
District previews list top teams Sumner Fredericksburg Cascade North Fayette and Dyersville Beckman in 2A districts 4 5 6 with players to watch and predicted finishes. Notable names include Keegan Frisch Tanner Mark Mitchell Schmit Gary Balk Jason Herbers Dalton Jacobson Jesse Beringer Cody Radabaugh Tom Nasvik and more.
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Hawkeye Women Schedule Tidbits From 2009 to 2010
Iowa women's basketball schedule lists November exhibitions and tournaments at Reno and Cedar Rapids with dates through March. It includes opponents such as Washburn Kansas North Iowa William & Mary West Virginia Penn State Wisconsin Michigan State Ohio State Indiana Purdue Northwestern Illinois and the Big Ten Tournament in Indianapolis. Credited names appear for league bowling sections alongside university affiliates.
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Youth baseball semis set at World Series slate
Schedule unfolds with international and US matchups for semifinals in South Bend and Willemstad. Teams Reynosa Taoyuan Chiba San Antonio Staten Island Chula Vista vie for titles while regional scores and league results echo across campuses and fields.
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MLB and NBA NFL and NHL Transactions Summary
Baseball moves include Twins recalling Armando Gabino and Rangers recalling Chris Davis, Cubs activating Carlos Zambrano, Reds DL actions on Dickerson and Hanigan, Mets trading Billy Wagner, Giants with Freddy Sanchez DL, and more. Basketball signings include Joe Smith and Danny Green in the NBA. football signings and waivers across several teams. hockey adds affiliations and staff. college hires announced at Akron and Temple.
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NFL Preseason Schedules and Local Races Announced
The NFL preseason slate lists games across multiple teams including Jacksonville at Philadelphia and Green Bay at Arizona with kickoff times from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Also listed are weekend matches such as Indianapolis at Detroit and San Francisco at Dallas. Local events feature the Mustang Gallop 5K in Cedar Rapids on August 29 and the Grinnell Happy Days 10K 4K, with contact numbers. A note invites calendar submissions by fax or email.
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Golf calendar shows various two-player and group formats
Calendar lists numerous golf events from March to October at clubs including Marengo Airport National Tinton Hillcrest Buffalo Creek Manchester Backbone Saddleback Ridge and Indian Creek. Events feature formats such as two-player best shot four-player best shot Ryder Cup eight inch cup and couples divisions with contact numbers for each club.
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Baseball and golf telecasts and radio shows on tap today
Area sports schedule highlights Clinton at Cedar Rapids in minor league action at 6:35 p.m. on KMRY AM. U S Amateur Championship Day 1 golf at 2 p.m. on Golf Channel. Rangers at Yankees 6 p.m. ESPN2. Nationals at Cubs 7 p.m. Comcast. World Series semi and U S semi on ESPN and radio shows in Good Cail at noon and 2 p.m., with on air hours 5 p.m. and more.
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