Caitlin Clark Named Big Ten Female Athlete of the Year
Caitlin Clark, former Iowa guard, repeats as Big Ten Female Athlete of the Year becoming the first Hawkeye to win back to back and the third repeat winner in conference history. She is also the NCAA all time leading scorer and led the conference in scoring and assists four straight seasons. She now plays for the Indiana Fever.
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Hawkeyes earn multiple Athlon preseason honors
Iowa players receive Athlon preseason All-America and All-Big Ten recognition. Jay Higgins is first team on All-America list. Nick Jackson, Logan Jones, Sebastian Castro earn second to fourth team honors. Additional Hawkeyes named to All-Big Ten squads include Lachey, Colby, Black, Schulte, Deontae Craig, Xavier Nwankpa, Leshon Williams, Mason Richman, Jermain Harris, and Drew Stevens. Also noted: Iowa State to play in 2024 Fort Myers Tip-Off against South Carolina and Middle Tennessee State November 28-30 at Suncoast Credit Union Arena.
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Wallner finding groove with Saints after Twins demotion
Matt Wallner, demoted from the Twins, is thriving with the St. Paul Saints in June. He has 11 homers and 25 RBIs in 18 games, posting a .333 average with a .400 OBP and a 1.190 OPS while dialing back overthinking and simplifying his swing.
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Washington Huskies begin new era in Big Ten move with Rogers at QB
Iowa City notes Washington Huskies at dawn of new era under Jedd Fisch with Big Ten entry. Will Rogers, former Mississippi State star, expected QB1 replaces Michael Penix Jr. Jeremiah Hunter transfers in as key target, plus additions Isaiah Ward and Ephesians Prysock bolster defense.
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NASCAR Pit Crew Athletes Bring Competitive Mindset
Concord area feature on track house racing tire carrier Matt Simmons of Ross Chastain’s crew. Former all state baseball player at Charlotte Christian, son of late 16 time Knights coach Greg Simmons, who was contacted by Charlotte Christian alum and Appalachian State football alum Mike Metcalf during his senior year.
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