Iowa's Concussion Policy Emphasizes Safer Play
Iowa athletes undergo preseason testing and education under a three part concussion program including the sports concussion policy, a state wide clinic program and a research initiative. Dr. Andy Peterson outlined on site sideline evaluations, medication use challenges and two primary care physicians required before medications. The program partners with X2 Biosystems for helmet sensors and the NFL plans to adopt similar software next season.
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Hawkeyes Rally For Win At Penn State In Tough Second Half
Iowa recovered from a two point halftime deficit to beat Penn State 82 70 at Bryce Jordan Center. The 15th ranked Hawkeyes battered the Nittany Lions with physical play and clutch free throws converting 26 of 30 after halftime and 5 of 10 three point attempts. Coach Fran McCaffery credited a mindset shift tackling toughness in the paint and on the boards as pivotal to the rally.
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Cyclones edge Tech 70 64 in tense Big 12 win
Iowa State survives Texas Tech rally 70 64 at Hilton Coliseum. DeAndre Kane 17 points nine assists eight rebounds and Georges Niang 17 with late burst help ISU overcome 11 fewer free throws and rebounding edge for a narrow victory in a tense Big 12 clash.
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