ISU eyes PAT block after heartbreaker at Kansas State
Ames notes a missed extra point cost Iowa State a 24-23 loss to Kansas State as Emmanual Lamur blocked Grant Mahoney’s kick. Coach Paul Rhoads and players stress effort, protection, and improved blocking as they prepare for Kansas. Defensive end Chris Lyle leads the attempted block, while Jacob Branstetter remains accurate on PATs.
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Cyclones Visit Kansas Amid Big 12 Tale Of Close Losses
Iowa State visits Kansas at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence with a 3-2 record and 0-1 in conference while Kansas stands 4-0. Kickoff is 11:30 a.m. on Versus. Aired remarks note heartbreaks and an overtime near-miss as Kansas pulled away with a late defensive stand.
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Iowa Faces Spread Offenses In Strong Start Season
Iowa (5-0) has faced multiple spread and semi spread offenses this season, including Northern Iowa, Arkansas State, and Penn State. The defense remains balanced, with Iowa outrushing most opponents and winning time of possession against all but UNI, while linebackers adapt to faster receivers and quicker releases.
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Hawkeye Football Webcast and Live Chat Discussion
Iowa players discuss defending spread option offenses and the value of teamwork. Pat Angerer and other linebackers emphasize fundamentals, execution, and reading plays as the team prepares for varied opponents. A live chat with John Campbell Mike Hias Marc Morehouse and Scott Dochterman airs today from 1 to 2 pm at GazetteOnline.com.
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Spartans Hope Big Ten Precedent Predicts Success
Michigan State, 2-3 overall and 1-1 in the Big Ten, hovers on the edge of a historical pattern as October nears. Past MSU titles followed early league wins and a key win over Michigan, with 1978, 1987, and 1990 cited as examples. Coach Dantonio quips over the long scoreboard obsession after a recent Michigan win, while Penn State’s Joe Paterno discusses Sean Lee’s injury status and rehab prospects. Wisconsin’s Bret Bielema touts conference-wide venues to recruits, highlighting Camp Randall, Ohio Stadium, Michigan Stadium, Beaver Stadium, and TCF Bank Stadium as selling points.
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IGHSAU Speeds Pitching Change for 43-Foot Distance
The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union will move the pitching rubber back to 43 feet next summer in a move aimed at increasing offense. The change, mandated by NFHS in July for 2011, was approved by IGHSAU advisory committee and board of directors, with support from coaches like Brian Erbe of Cedar Rapids Xavier.
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Prep Webcast features Saville Linder Johnson Jers
The broadcast previews high school sports with Saville Linder and Johnson. Erbe notes fewer 1-0 games and more 6-5 style scores as defense dominates and pitchers prep for college. Town City High leads the Mississippi Valley Conference meet at Ashton Course Iowa City with girls and boys races scheduled.
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Waterloo West at Kennedy Prep Football Tonight
Waterloo West visits Kennedy at Kingston Stadium for a 7 15 p m kickoff. Both teams sit at 2 4 as Kennedy eyes a stronger finish after a 22 14 defeat to top ranked Iowa City High while West aims to end a three game slide behind QB Conner McClain and targets Josh Diehm Isiah Cook.
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Iowa City woman accused of harassing Hawk at game
Brittney J. Mears of Iowa City, 22, was arrested for harassing University of Iowa football player Adrian Clayborn during a game against Arkansas State. A protection order was filed, she was charged with third degree harassment, and she later pleaded guilty with a deferred judgment. She faces a November trial with a $1,000 bond.
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