Meskimen resigns after tough seven seasons at West High
Iowa City West football coach Jon Meskimen resigns after 12th prep season, ending a career with Cedar Rapids LaSalle and West that saw 30-77 overall and 7-56 in seven West campaigns. He cites population, transport challenges, and limited support as factors behind the decision. He will remain at West as an adaptive physical education instructor.
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Young ISU wrestlers aim for strong finish this season
ISU coach Les Anderson notes a very young lineup with eight beginners across weights and announces limited veteran presence. Seniors Kevin Darkus and Joe Gibbons lead the squad as Darkus eyes a national title bid while Gibbons returns from injuries. Training shifts and weight battles frame the Cyclones’ season ahead of Big Eight and NCAA championships.
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Jason Roseland
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San Diego City College
Steve Metzger
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Atmosphere and Players Define Midwest Conference Football
The piece reflects on small college football culture, focusing on the Midwest Conference atmosphere at Cornell College and Coe. It highlights fan experience, unpaid athletes, and a tradition-rich, friendly rivalry with few scholarships and strong school spirit. It mentions Rams running back Barry Boyer and observer experiences from area games and prep coverage.
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