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Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz on fixing the offense

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February 3rd, 2022 by Ric Hanson

Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz says he is confident the coaching staff can fix an ailing offense. Despite a 10-4 finish to last season the Hawkeyes were next to last in the Big Ten in total offense by averaging just over 303 yards per game.

Ferentz says the competition at quarterback is wide open. Veterans Spencer Petras and Alex Padilla are in the mix along with redshirt freshman Joey Labas.

Ferentz says the Hawkeyes need more efficiency in the pass game and more consistency on the ground.

Ferentz does not feel a complete change in style of offense is needed and the goal remains to win games.

Iowa visits No. 16 Ohio State Thursday night

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February 3rd, 2022 by Ric Hanson

***GAME HAS NOW BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER IN COLUMBUS***

Iowa senior Connor McCaffery is doubtful for Thursday night’s game at 16th ranked Ohio State. McCaffery suffered a contusion in his non shooting arm that affected a nerve in Monday night’s double overtime loss at Penn State.

That’s Iowa coach Fran McCaffery who originally thought the injury was a separated shoulder.

The Buckeyes are 6-3 in the Big Ten and McCaffery says depth is one of their strengths.

Iowa’s shooting has struggled as of late and McCaffery says they are working to get better shots.

After a series of slow starts McCaffery is considering lineup changes.

The Hawkeyes are 4-6 in the Big Ten. We’ll have the game on KJAN with pregame starting at 6:00 p.m.

No. 21 Iowa women visit Wisconsin Thursday night

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February 3rd, 2022 by Ric Hanson

The 21st ranked Iowa women take an 8-2 Big Ten record on the road to Wisconsin Thursday night. The Badgers are 2-8 in the league race and will be looking to snap a 24-game losing skid in the series.

That’s Iowa coach Lisa Bluder who is concerned about the timing of the game. The Hawkeyes visit sixth ranked Michigan on Sunday.

That game is a 6:30 p.m. tip-off at the Kohl Center.

UNI men beat Bradley 78-65

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February 3rd, 2022 by Ric Hanson

UNI connected on 12 three pointers and beat Bradley 78-65 in Cedar Falls, snapping the Braves four game winning streak.

That’s UNI coach Ben Jacobson. Noah Carter and Trae Berhow each finished with 19 points. Berhow was five of seven from three-point range.

The Panthers are 19-9 overall and 8-3 in the Missouri Valley. Next up for the panthers is a meeting with Drake on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. at the Knapp Center.

Northern Iowa women beat Indiana State 72-49

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February 3rd, 2022 by Ric Hanson

The UNI women outscored Indiana State 20-8 in the third quarter and rolled to a 72-49 win in Cedar Falls. Grace Boffeli had 11 points and 11 rebounds as the Panthers improve to 6-2 in the Missouri Valley.

It was the first of four straight games at home.

The Panthers host Loyola Friday night.

No. 11 Iowa State women beat No. 25 Kansas State

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February 3rd, 2022 by Ric Hanson

The 11th ranked Iowa State women outscored 25th ranked Kansas State 24-8 in the third quarter and rolled to a 70-55 victory in Ames.

ISU coach Bill Fennelly. The Cyclones held K-State standout center Ayoka Lee to 12 points.

Iowa State improved to 19-3 overall and 8-2 in the Big 12. Next up for the Cyclones is a home game on Saturday against Oklahoma State.

ISU football adds two to 2022 recruiting class

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February 2nd, 2022 by admin

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State football signed its most-prized recruiting haul in school history in December and the class was further enhanced today by signing two players to the Class of 2022, Iowa State head football coach Matt Campbell announced.

The Cyclones received a bump in the late signing period with the additions of Jontez Williams (Defensive Back, Starke, Fla.) and Jace Gilbert (Placekicker, Marlow, Okla.), who both signed letters of intent this morning and will arrive on campus in June.

ISU’s class is currently rated No. 33 by 247Sports, the highest ranking in school history.

Williams, a two-way star at Bradford High School, is rated as the No. 117 athlete nationally by 247Sports. Williams had 653 receiving yards and three interceptions in 2021.

“We evaluated Jontez’s film late in the recruiting process, and were thoroughly impressed with the versatility and competitiveness he displayed not only on the football field, but also as a basketball player,” said Campbell. “We continue to place an emphasis on the value of a successful senior season,  and Jontez certainly had that. He and his family fit the Cyclone football program perfectly, and he will be an impactful addition to our cornerback room this summer and for years to come.”

Gilbert, who is ranked as a Top 20 kicker and punter by Kohl’s Kicking, took top honors in both field goal and punting competitions at the 2021 Kohl’s Southern Kicking Camp. He made 10 field goals, 81 PATs and averaged 41.0 yards per punt as a senior, and also quarterbacked his team to the state title, throwing for 2,227 yards and rushing for 853.

“Over the last year, as we evaluated numerous specialists to join our program, we continued to be impressed with Jace and the impact he can have on our program,” Campbell said. “He is a talented, versatile kicker who has also excelled as a quarterback, leading his team to a state championship. He comes from an outstanding family, and his competitiveness and multi-sport background will help him develop and impact our program in numerous ways when he arrives in June.”

The Cyclones also welcome 10 players who will join the program next season as preferred walk-ons.

“For the past six years, we have placed a strong emphasis on developing our entire roster, and doing so with an impactful walk-on program,” Campbell said. “The group joining our program today will build on the foundation set by numerous walk-ons who have helped us build our culture and sustain success over the previous seasons. This is a well-rounded group of high character, talented, hard-working players who will help us continue to reach our full potential as a program.”

Hawkins leads Creighton to upset at UCONN

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February 2nd, 2022 by admin

Ryan Hawkins poured in 23 points and had 11 rebounds to lead Creighton to a road upset over 17th-ranked UCONN 59-55 on Tuesday night. Creighton built a ten-point lead in the first half and held on for the big win.

Trey Alexander added 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists for the Jays. Creighton improves to 13-7 on the season overall and 5-4 in the Big East.

UCONN was led by 20 points and 6 rebounds from Isaiah Whaley. The Huskies drop to 15-5 on the season and 6-3 in conference play.

Next up for the Bluejays will be a trip to Seton Hall on Friday at 6:00 p.m.

East Mills blows past Griswold in boys hoops

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February 2nd, 2022 by admin

The East Mills Wolverines controlled the game from start to finish in a 61-26 victory over Griswold on Tuesday night. The Wolverines jumped out to an 11-point lead by the end of the first and increased that advantage by 10 more by half and cruised to the win.

Mason Crouse had 10 points in the first quarter to spark the Wolverines to their quick start and he finished with 23 points to lead all scorers. Braden West added 10 points. East Mills improved to 14-5 on the season. Next up for the Wolverines is a meeting with Essex on Friday.

Griswold was led by 7 points each from Kamron Brownlee and Adam Houser. The Tigers are 2-14 this year. Next up for the Tigers is a meeting with Heartland Christian on Thursday afternoon at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs as part of the MAC Shootout event.

East Mills girls pull away from Griswold

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February 2nd, 2022 by admin

After a close game through the first quarter, East Mills gradually pulled away for a 54-26 win over Griswold on Tuesday night. The Wolverines got the offense going a bit better in the second quarter and built a ten-point halftime lead. A 13-4 advantage for East Mills in the third quarter allowed the Wolverines to pull out of reach.

Aspen Crouse and Miah Urban both scored 15 points for East Mills. The Wolverines improve to 11-4 on the season. Next up for them will be a meeting with Essex on Friday.

Griswold had a tough time finding looks on offense and turnovers really hurt their chances with 26 giveaways in the game. Karly Millikan scored 8 points to lead the Tigers.

Griswold falls to 1-16 on the season. Next up for the Tigers is a meeting with Heartland Christian on Thursday at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs as part of the MAC Shootout event.