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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1979

Page

19

Iowa Nebraska gridiron clash memory and fortunes

A long river of history frames the 1960s Iowa Nebraska rivalry with Nebraska favored and Iowa quarterback Phil Suess sidelined by a kidney injury. The piece recalls past meetings, key figures like Emlen Tunnell and Lou King, and notes Iowa’s recent QB shifts and winless long run against Missouri and Oklahoma State.

Iowa Hawks Nebraska Bob Devaney Lincoln Huskers Devaney Tom Osborne

Prairie Hawks rally past Benton in dramatic 20 19 win

Prairie High School at 2-1 upset Benton Community 20-19 as Joe Smith 170 pounds and a clutch defense blocked Benton drives late. Scott Lynch and Ron Downs connected for a key 39 yard score, while Smith saved a touchdown and sealed the victory with a late stop.

Joe Smith Prairie High School Smith Benton Prairie Bill Happel Hawks Scott Lynch Bobcats Kevin Hook John Oer Wade King Hook Lynch Ron Downs

Wash's Bjornsen erupts in 28-14 win over Wahlert

Washington defeats Dubuque Wahlert 28-14 at Kingston Stadium to stay undefeated in Valley play. Tailback Greg Bjornsen rushed 33 times for 200 yards and two touchdowns, while Wash overcame an early 14-0 deficit and controlled the second half with 242 rushing yards and clutch scores.

Cedar Rapids Washington Dubuque Wahler Warriors Mississippi Valley Kingston Stadium Greg Bjornsen Wash Bobby Brewster Milton Turner Pat Dale Wahlert Golden Eagles Pat Garnett Garnett Cedar Rapids Jefferson UPI Dale Gary Clark Bjornsen Tim Zimmerman Zim Wally Sheets Dave Lenzen Foster Hawkins Brian Thompson Scott Nelson Mike Kemp Mark McKinstry Valley

State's big three face tough foes in weekend games

Iowa hosts Nebraska with Phil Suess sidelined and Pete Gales starting at quarterback. Iowa State seeks a breakthrough at Texas after a 38-10 win over Bowling Green. Drake aims for an upset at Colorado as coach Chuck Shelton calls it a golden opportunity.

Iowa University of Iowa Phil Suess Nebraska Iowa State Texas Drake Colorado Hayden Fry Pete Gales Kinnick Stadium Suess Hawkeyes Rocky Gillis Cyclones Chris Boskey ISU Longhorns Maryland Bowling Green Donnie Duncan Chuck Shelton Shelton

Gazette Classified Dial Leads With Reliable Service

A brief notice promises dependable listings from Gazette Classified with a contact number 398 8234. The item emphasizes trust and quick access to ads and services.

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