Zach Johnson Foundation Classic draws top golfers and locals
Zach Johnson announced that 2015 Masters champion Jordan Spieth and Kenny Perry will join professionals at his fifth annual Zach Johnson Foundation Classic. Chris Soules, native Iowan, will also attend. The event is set for July 6 at Elmcrest Country Club and features Spieth's PGA Tour wins, Perry's seven Champions Tour wins, and Perry's 14 career PGA Tour victories. PREP SOFTBALL.
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Solon and Alburnett Lead First Iowa Softball Rankings
The IGHSAU released the initial softball rankings with Johnston 5A Fort Dodge 4A Solon 3A Alburnett 2A and Woodbury Central 1A atop their divisions. Cedar Rapids Jefferson and Xavier appear among metro programs in 5A and 4A respectively. Jeff Linder reports more rankings online.
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Coe College Names Nate Oakland Women’s Hoops Coach
Coe College in Cedar Rapids announced the hiring of Nate Oakland as the women’s basketball coach. Oakland arrives from Wartburg College where he was an assistant for four years after two years on the Coe staff under Randi Henderson. He previously served as an assistant at Northern Iowa and Minnesota Morris, succeeding Henderson who moved to Charlotte. PREP GOLF
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Decorah and Mount Vernon tied for second in 3A golf
Decorah and Mount Vernon each shot 312 to sit six strokes behind Webster City after Round 1 at Spring Valley Golf Course Livermore. Clear Lake's Dane Waldron led individuals with a 69. Mount Vernon’s Connor Hermann tied for fifth with 78.
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Cedar Rapids Titans hire Stoute after unlikely path
Stoute, born on Barbados, grew up a track sprinter and surfer who swapped plans for football. The 57 year old Cedar Rapids Titans coach shifted from beach bum to college track athlete at Kentucky State before pursuing football, guided by his parents.
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Hawkeye history as Peyton shatters drought with 3-1 win
University of Iowa junior Tyler Peyton delivered a seven plus inning gem guiding the Hawkeyes past Oregon 3-1 in the NCAA regional opener. Rain interrupted the final frames as Iowa earned its first NCAA tourney win in 43 years behind stifling pitching and clean control.
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Hoiberg faces choice on Bulls or Cyclones future
Iowa State coach Fred Hoiberg weighs the Chicago Bulls NBA job versus staying with the Cyclones. Rumors swirl about a top‑choice designation, with analysts noting coaching moves often hinge on personal fit, timing, and market visibility. Hoiberg's decision could redefine his career path and Ames security.
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