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The Pella football program invites the local community to a pre‑season gathering on August 8, featuring activities, a pulled‑pork meal and merchandise sales, while preparing for its 2026 season opener at Ballard on August 28 and a scrimmage with PCM on August 21.
The Indianola high school baseball team secured an 8-1 victory against Valley, earning their inaugural spot in the state championship game.
Davenport Assumption defeated Carlisle 11-1 in six innings, highlighted by early scoring bursts, strong pitching from Cooper Sweeney, and a reflective outlook from Carlisle senior Bret Schnoor.
Portland Fire forward Megan Gustafson married David DiLeo on July 18, 2025, in Tiffin, Iowa, in a ceremony attended by family, friends, and figures from the Iowa basketball community.
Iowa women's basketball has extended a scholarship to Brielle Denkmann, a 6‑foot combo guard ranked No. 3 in Minnesota for the 2029 class, adding a highly touted prospect to the program.
The 2010 boys team of Kickoff Soccer Academy clinched the 2026 US Youth Soccer National Championship, finishing a season that began in 2017 with a 1‑0 win over Real Billings FC.
Alvaro Folgueiras, known as ‘El Pulpo’ for his octopus‑like versatility, is set to debut for Louisville in the 2026‑27 season after a standout college career at Iowa that included an Elite Eight run. His blend of size, defensive skill and passing could become a key X‑factor for the Cardinals.
After a left‑foot injury and a later right‑foot setback, Peyton McCollum used movie marathons to preserve his mental health before returning to the court, where he hopes to bring energy, leadership, and shooting prowess to the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Nebraska basketball has offered a scholarship to Noah Woods, a six‑foot‑eight forward in the class of 2029, who announced the news on social media and is ranked among the top prospects in his state.
Nebraska's basketball program offered a scholarship to top forward Noah Woods, a 6‑foot‑8 recruit from South Dakota, on Monday, sparking excitement across the Huskers community.
Five Hillcrest Academy boys' soccer standouts were celebrated by the Southeast Iowa Superconference, highlighting a season that ended with an 8‑8 record.
The Indianola baseball squad secured its first state tournament win since 1969, defeating Southeast Polk 8‑1. Junior George Blake delivered a dominant pitching performance and contributed at the plate, propelling the team to a 33‑4 season record and a semifinal matchup tonight at 7 p.m. in Cedar Rapids.
Iowa State's women's basketball program has been named to the WBCA Top 25 Academic Team Honor Roll for the 2025‑26 academic year, marking the second consecutive season of recognition and a historic cumulative GPA.
Recent seasons have seen the RiverHawks, Bulldogs and Peacocks transform from cellar dwellers to contenders, driven by new leadership and standout performances.
North Polk's Class 3A baseball team battled Dubuque Wahlert in a tightly contested semifinal, falling 3‑2 after a walk‑off hit
The Prep Baseball Iowa Scout Blog offers insider notes on high school players, from velocities to swing mechanics, shaping the narrative for the next wave of talent.
Ryan Blaney led 171 laps and claimed his second win of the season at Atlanta Motor Speedway after a rain‑induced marathon that stretched into early Monday. The race ended with controversy over a late‑lap penalty on Bubba Wallace, who finished 29th, while Carson Hocevar, who led the final lap, settled for third. Christopher Bell finished second for the fifth time this year, and the next event at North Wilkesboro will mark the track’s first points race in three decades.
ESPN’s Power Index places Arizona at 34th nationally for 2026, projecting a 7.3‑4.8 record and an 80% chance of six wins, while the team navigates a tough conference slate.
University of Iowa senior Kooper Schulte was chosen by the New York Mets in the 20th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a collegiate journey that saw the Hawkeyes clinch a Big Ten Tournament berth for the 11th straight year.
TCU Horned Frogs are reshaping their receiving corps for the 2026 season after losing All‑American Eric McAlister, with Jordan Dwyer poised to lead a mix of emerging talent.
Selected in the 20th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, Zach Bates returns from a season‑long injury to become the first Fighting Illini drafted by the Dodgers since 2019.
Junior right‑hander Sam George was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 19th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a three‑year collegiate career that includes a 7‑3 record, 3.53 ERA and 63 strikeouts.
The Hawkeyes, led by Kirk Ferentz, face a tough 2026 slate but are favored to surpass a 7.5‑win line, leveraging a strong historical record and favorable matchups.
Junior Colton Lindsay topped the Wildcats with 29 runs and nine RBIs while posting a 5‑2 record as a pitcher, earning high praise from Coach Isaac Taylor despite a first‑round playoff exit.