Nissen Inducted Into World Acrobatics Hall Of Fame
Dian Nissen former Cedar Rapids Washington athlete was honored at a Tuscany Casino & Suites banquet. Inductees were praised for high achievement in acrobatics. Nissen, daughter of George Nissen, won multiple Nissen Eterna Cups and top placements in World Age Group Games. She starred in exhibitions promoting trampoline globally.
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Corn State Nationals at Davenport Speedway Opens Tonight
Davenport prepares for the inaugural Corn State Nationals two night MLRA Late Models event with Chad Simpson as the favorite. Tonight pays 5000 to win, Saturday 10000, grandstand $25 to $30, children 5 to 10 at 10, gates open 5 p.m. with hotlaps at 6 30 and racing to follow.
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Panthers Announce 2024-25 Home Wrestling Schedule
Northern Iowa reveals 2024-25 wrestling slate at the McLeod Center with in-state rival Iowa State and Big 12 foes Oklahoma State Oklahoma and South Dakota State plus Nebraska and Nebraska Kearney. UNI Dome hosts NWCA National Duals January 11-12 in a D I bracket return since 2012.
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Troy coach Parker faces Iowa test at Kinnick Stadium
Troy head coach Gerad Parker, in his first year, faces a demanding challenge this week as Troy visits Iowa at Kinnick Stadium. The matchup tests Parker beyond crowd noise and Kaleb Johnson’s potential, highlighting Troy's effort against a stout Iowa defense.
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Troy at Iowa Clashes in Kinnick Stadium Showdown
Troy visits Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City for a Saturday 3 p.m. kickoff on FS1. Iowa carries a 1-1 mark while Troy is 0-2, with sportsbooks listing Iowa as a 22-point favorite. Parker notes the emotional challenge of playing former friends in the profession.
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Nyenow emerges as Jefferson football recruit in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Jefferson junior L J Nyenow Jr. rose from a self described hopper to a football standout. He has eight receptions for 133 yards and a TD in the opener and 5 67 1 in a win over Des Moines Marshalltown. Nyenow has drawn interest from Missouri Iowa State Yale Montana Northern Illinois and Northern Iowa. He balances academics and sports under NFL alum Adrian Arrington and strict parents who enforce grades and practice. He plans to pick a college later and remains focused on the present season.
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Edwards credits faith and hard work for UNI surge
UNI running back Tye Edwards, who transferred in 2023, attributes his breakout to faith and relentless workouts. Through two games in 2024 he has rushed for 310 yards, approaching records set by David Johnson in 2013, as he emphasizes daily discipline and extra sessions beyond voluntary practices.
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UNI at No 23 Nebraska kickoff at Memorial Stadium
UNI visits No 23 Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln for a 6 30 p m kickoff. UNI coach Mark Farley praised his running back saying he is running hard throughout every carry as the team seeks a 3 0 start.
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