Banks Leads Heisman Poll As Banks Edges Dorsey And McGahee
ESPN.com poll places Iowa quarterback Brad Banks atop a Heisman race if awarded today with two first place votes. Ken Dorsey and Willis McGahee follow, each with four firsts and Dorsey 30 points. Also, Craig Johnston resigns as Upper Iowa head football coach after three seasons, remaining on staff.
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Inside man admits role in Breeders Cup betting scam
Chris Harn a 29 year old Autotote employee admitted his part in a series of horse racing betting frauds that culminated in a 3 million win at the Breeders Cup last month He named two co defendants who were college fraternity brothers and said he manipulated bets during races through his job at Autotote which runs most off track betting.
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Mavericks extend season-opening win streak to 11
The Dallas Mavericks push their record to 11 straight wins to begin the NBA season. The report notes their continued high pace as they move atop early standings.
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State Board adopts policy raising athlete eligibility bar
The Iowa Board of Education voted 6 to 3 to require students to pass all subjects to remain eligible for athletics, shrinking the prior rule of four classes. Supporters favor local control and higher standards while critics call it too lax and punitive.
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Prognosis Positive for Iowa State Cyclones Under McCarney
MES-Dan McCarney remains optimistic about Iowa State football, noting eight of the top 52 players are seniors while 15 starters return. He cites a challenging schedule, a strong junior class, and growth in depth as the Cyclones aim for more bowl appearances and improved Big 12 standing after a 4-4 league year.
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OSU Michigan tickets surge as Buckeyes race toward title
Ohio State fans face inflated prices for the Michigan game as a path to the Fiesta Bowl and a possible national title. Vendors report high demand with bids up to 1000 dollars per seat while buyers justify paying premium to secure a spot and fund future tickets.
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Iowa Hawkeyes wear secret symbol shirts to unite team
Freshman Tiffany Reedy nearly learned the hidden meaning of the team shirts as Lisa Bluder’s Iowa women’s basketball squad maintains a vow of secrecy. The gag involves a growing symbol, from geese to an elephant, reflecting unity, trust, loyalty, and shared purpose cited by Bluder and captains Jennie Lillis Amber O'Brien and Becca McCann.
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