Hawks bid for playoff spot in Friday prep game
Former Marion star Larry Atwater will coach West Delaware's Hawks as they seek their first state playoff berth at Thomas Park. Marion hosts Grinnell while several Gazette area teams chase postseason spots with key other games and potential berths across eight classes, including Beckman Benton and Regis.
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Bridges earns ISU scholarship after walk-on rise
ISU wide receiver Eddie Bridges, a former walk-on from Chicago, earned a scholarship after two years on the scout team. He has 12 receptions for 242 yards this fall, including a 49 yard tip to Alex Espinoza for the 21 10 win over Wyoming, lifting financial worries and boosting his confidence.
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Kennedy earns 4th straight state volleyball berth
Cedar Rapids Kennedy punched its fourth consecutive state Class 2A bid with a straight set win over Marshalltown 16-4 15-5 15-6 at the Cougar gym. The Cougars, 27-8-5 in matches this season, advance to the Oct 31-Nov 1 tournament at West Des Moines Dowling, chasing their school’s second state title following 1979.
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Boros tenure in San Diego to be decided before Saturday
Padres president Ballard Smith says Steve Boros’ fate as manager will be settled before the upcoming weekend. Boros, 50, took over after Dick Williams’ abrupt exit early in spring training as San Diego finished fourth in the NL West.
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Mets Edge Red Sox as Carter Hits First Postseason Homer
Wally Backman opens with a single as the Mets pull off a key moment in Game 5. Darryl Strawberry doubles and Dwight Gooden’s lineup production drives a comeback, with Keith Hernandez and a risky hit and run attempt shaping the inning. Carter belts a first postseason homer off Nipper as the Mets rally.
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Hempstead Football Seeks Win Over Washington in Valley Showdown
Hempstead aims to rebound after a 13 7 overtime victory over Dubuque Wahlert as they travel to Cedar Rapids Washington for a Mississippi Valley Conference game at Kingston Stadium. Washington, 3 2 in league play, seeks to derail Hempstead co leaders while Washington quarterback Shannon Shaw directs a stout defense and improving offense led by Nathan Brooks.
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