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Benton Community’s Brooks Mitchell-Birdsell led the Bobcats to a 12-5 win over Class 3A No. 3 Solon, showcasing his pitching against top competition with a solid five-inning performance that improved his record to 3-1 this season.

University of Iowa announced its full home schedule for the 2026-27 men’s wrestling season, featuring non-conference duals against Bellarmine, Iowa State, and Oklahoma State, as well as Big Ten matchups versus Michigan State, Nebraska, Northwestern, and Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Meyer wrapped up his impressive multi-sport career by participating in the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Series, showcasing his skills against top senior talent and gaining a valuable introduction to collegiate-level competition.

The Big Ten Conference will hold its 2027 wrestling championships at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, marking the first time the event is hosted at a neutral site to better accommodate fans and expand the postseason experience for its Olympic sports student-athletes.

Dusty Cook, senior fullback for Cedar Rapids Xavier, is recognized for his selfless, hardworking approach, contributing consistently as a blocker, rusher, and pass catcher in the team's top-ranked offense.

Julius Jenkins overcame a rare congenital heart condition requiring three surgeries as a high school freshman to pursue his passion for football, demonstrating remarkable resilience and dedication. His journey highlights the power of perseverance in the face of physical adversity.

Coe and Cornell renew their historic football rivalry. Coe tries to extend a 25-game win streak versus Rams. Mount Mercy debuts its program, while Upper Iowa, Luther and Wartburg have notable games.

The 22nd-ranked Coe Kohawks secured a dominant 49-7 victory over the Cornell Rams in the Bremner Cup Series, breaking a halftime tie with six second-half rushing touchdowns amid intense heat at Clark Field.

This weekend features top NCAA Division III matchups as No. 21 Coe welcomes defending champion Wisconsin-River Falls in a highly anticipated rematch showcasing strong offensive talent and athleticism on both sides.

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls dominated Coe College with a decisive 38-6 victory, showcasing a strong offense and a stifling defense that limited Coe’s offense to 159 total yards.