Luther Norse and Decorah Vikings eye strong season
Decorah writer recalls the Decorah Quarterback Club event honoring Tait Cummins. Luther head coach Bob Naslund begins his eighth season, predicting Luther improves from 5-4 and eyes Iowa Conference honors. Oregon-like chatter includes St Olaf clashes, player highlights, and a proposed Papal Bull Trophy idea.
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Gill Cut By Seahawks After Draft Hype Fades
Former Iowa star Owen Gill, Seattle’s No. 1 draft pick, was waived as Seattle trimmed back to 45 players. Coach Chuck Knox cited overstock at running back while noting Gill could find an NFL spot elsewhere. Seattle also re-signed veteran punter Jeff West amid ongoing special teams shuffles.
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McEnroe reaches U S Open semis in lopsided win
John McEnroe defeated Joakim Nystrom 6-1 6-0 7-5 to reach the U S Open semifinals with a dramatic third set rally after a controversial call. Steffi Graf upset Pam Shriver in three sets to set up a semifinal against Martina Navratilova who defeated Zina Garrison.
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Yankees edge Mariners to stay in tight East race
The New York Yankees graded a 4-3 win over Seattle to extend their winning streak to five, trimming Toronto's lead in the AL East to 2 1/2 games. Rich Bordi earned the save in relief despite mixed usage, and Don Mattingly belted his 26th homer as the Yanks stayed within reach of the Blue Jays.
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Regis Kennedy open season in Iowa prep opener at Kingston
Regis and Kennedy football open the 1985 season tonight at Kingston Stadium with 7 45 kickoff. Injuries deplete quarterbacks Lensing and Dixon as juniors McCool and O Shea step in amid optimistic outlooks from coaches Good and Stiers.
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Vigortone and Iowans split two games in Major Open fast-pitch playoff
In Ellis Park, Vigortone won 4-0 behind Michael White two-hitter as Iowans lost Bosch to injury. Nightcap saw Iowans rally in 10th for 6-1 win, forcing a deciding game Monday. White struck out 13 in four perfect innings. Rausch earned win in relief.
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