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Tom Alessio Jr. was removed from his senior role in Polk County government following a workplace investigation, while director Scott Ourth faces multiple sexual harassment lawsuits. The county has responded with updated policies, mandatory training and a leadership program as three of five supervisors prepare to leave office.
The Cincinnati Bearcats welcome sharpshooter Trevian Carson, whose collegiate career blends high‑percentage shooting and accolades, as they look to strengthen their offense for the upcoming season.
A look at key performances, standout players, and upcoming matchups for Norwalk's baseball and softball squads.
The Indianola softball squad edged Oskaloosa 3-1 with clutch RBIs, while the baseball team dropped both games to Urbandale, slipping to 25-4 and setting up a pivotal matchup tonight.
The Pella Christian baseball team fell 12‑6 to Grand View Christian after a back‑and‑forth game, highlighted by strong performances from Ben Van Wyngarden and Garrett Wielard, and will close the regular season tonight against West Marshall.
Seattle Kraken have re‑signed forwards Lleyton Roed and J.R. Avon to two‑way contracts for the 2026‑27 season, while assistant coach Stu Bickel departs the Coachella Valley Firebirds to lead the Iowa Wild. Meanwhile, the Florida Panthers’ trade of Mackie Samoskevich creates a chain reaction across the league.
The Norwalk summer sports squads take on Des Moines Roosevelt and Winterset tonight, aiming to extend winning streaks and break long‑awaited droughts.
The Chargers and Hawks meet in a high‑stakes baseball finale, each hoping to sharpen their playoff positioning before a potential postseason clash.
With two regular‑season games left before the postseason begins, Pella Christian is focused on turning a crucial final week into a springboard for playoff success.
The council is set to vote on a federal grant that would cover lease payments for a new downtown stadium, a project championed by the Iowa Soccer Development Foundation.
The Tulsa Oilers survived a late surge from the Iowa Barnstormers, pulling out a 49‑48 victory that extended their winning streak to six and reshaped the Eastern Conference race.
Kansas State’s cautious stance on stadium concessions reflects a broader conference shift, while its 2027 recruiting class showcases emerging talent amid coaching changes.
The Crimson Tide's upcoming season features a mix of home SEC games, a two‑game series with Iowa, a showdown against Houston and a season opener against Sam Houston.
Iowa will host Virginia Tech at the Tyson Events Center on Nov. 10, adding to a schedule that emphasizes in‑state games, marquee non‑conference opponents and preparation for the 2027 NCAA Tournament.
Mohamed Darboh commits to UNI, following his brother Amara’s NFL path, bringing high‑school sack prowess to the Panthers.
The Crimson Tide will travel to Des Moines for a December 2026 clash with the Hawkeyes, marking the third meeting between the programs and continuing a rivalry that last intersected in 2006.
The Crimson Tide will face the Hawkeyes in a home‑and‑home neutral‑site series, marking a new chapter for both programs after strong recent tournament runs.
The University of Iowa men's basketball team will face Alabama on Dec. 21 at Des Moines' Casey's Center, kicking off a two‑game series that continues in Mobile, Alabama, during the 2027‑28 season.
Iowa will open its 2026‑27 non‑conference slate against Alabama on Dec. 21, 2026, at Casey’s Center, beginning a two‑game series that pits the Hawkeyes’ deliberate style against the Crimson Tide’s up‑tempo offense.
The Pleasantville baseball squad cruised to a 5-1 victory over Des Moines Christian, while the softball team fell 2-1 despite an early lead.
The top 20 prospect in the 2027 class pledged to Texas Tech after a standout year that helped his team capture a state championship.
From Des Moines to Cedar Rapids, Iowa’s soccer enthusiasts have gathered at breweries, pubs and pizza joints to catch every World Cup match, while local clubs and a new Pro Iowa initiative hint at a deeper soccer future.
Through jersey auctions, food drives and outreach programs, the Iowa Wild raised more than a quarter of a million dollars for deserving organizations during the 2025-26 season.
The conference unveiled its upcoming men’s and women’s basketball slates, featuring 18 games per team and revised series structures as part of broader realignment efforts.