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Joseph Brummer
The Atlantic School Board last week approved the hiring of Joe Brummer as the new head football coach for the Trojans. Brummer was an assistant on the staff under Mike McDermott and coached the JV squad the past three seasons. He said he jumped at the chance to throw his name in the ring for the head coaching position.
Brummer has dedicated his team to coaching numerous sports at different levels. He took over the head baseball coaching position three seasons ago and has also coached middle school track. He said he loves getting to work with the kids.
Brummer said he’s grateful that he has been able to learn under some great coaches as a player at Harlan and Morningside College, and as a coach here in Atlantic. He hopes to meld some of the styles he’s learned together and put his stamp on Atlantic football.
Brummer also teaches 8th grade science in the Atlantic district and he said this upcoming senior class is a group that he started with in the district so it will be fun to take over the reigns as they finish their careers. The Trojans will move back up to Class 3A this upcoming season after some adjustments were made in the class structures recently.
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 1, 2021 – The St. Louis Cardinals will open their 130th season of play in the National League this afternoon when they visit the Cincinnati Reds at 3:10 p.m. CDT in the opening game of the 162-game Major League Baseball regular season. The team’s 26-player active roster includes one first-time Cardinal (Nolan Arenado), five rookies (Dylan Carlson, John Nogowski, Edmundo Sosa, Justin Williams and Jake Woodford), and 19 players that were developed within the Cardinals organization.
The following is the Cardinals 2021 Opening Day active roster and injured list:
PITCHERS (13): Gėnesis Cabrera-LHP, Jack Flaherty-RHP, Giovanny Gallegos-RHP, John Gant-RHP, Ryan Helsley-RHP, Jordan Hicks-RHP, Carlos Martínez-RHP, Andrew Miller-LHP, Daniel Ponce de Leon-RHP, Alex Reyes-RHP, Adam Wainwright-RHP, Tyler Webb-LHP, Jake Woodford-RHP;
CATCHERS (2): Andrew Knizner and Yadier Molina;
INFIELDERS (7): Nolan Arenado, Matt Carpenter, Paul DeJong, Tommy Edman, Paul Goldschmidt, John Nogowski and Edmundo Sosa;
OUTFIELDERS (4): Dylan Carlson, Austin Dean, Tyler O’Neill and Justin Williams;
INJURED LIST (4): Harrison Bader-OF (10-day, right forearm), Dakota Hudson-RHP (10-day, right elbow), Kwang Hyun Kim-LHP (10-day, back) and Miles Mikolas-RHP (10-day, right shoulder).
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IOWA CITY, Iowa – The University of Iowa Athletics Department announces themes and ticket timeline for 2021 home football games, along with two spring practice dates that will be open to the public.
The Hawkeyes will conduct open public practice in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 17 and Saturday, May 1. Both events will begin at 9:30 a.m. (CT), weather permitting. Fans will be required to wear masks, and additional information will be released prior to the events.
The 2021 season will kick off Sept. 4 with a Big Ten Conference opener against Indiana, in the First Responders’ game, presented by the Eastern Iowa Airport. Iowa will pay tribute and recognize community heroes for their efforts during the pandemic.
The annual FryFest will be held Friday, Sept. 3, at the Iowa River Landing, celebrating everything Hawkeye, including special recognitions for Iowa legends Hayden Fry, Bump Elliott and Lute Olsen. The National Iowa Varsity Club will celebrate the 2021 Hall of Fame class throughout the weekend.
The Hawkeyes host Kent State (Sept. 18) in the Gold Game. Halftime will feature a youth spirit performance with Iowa Spirit Squads and Hawkeye Marching Band. Fans are encouraged to wear gold to the game. It will also be the annual Extra Yard for Teachers Day as Iowa salutes teachers from around the state.
Colorado State (Sept. 25) is Family Weekend, presented by Renewable Energy Group. This date will also be our Band Jam event, that incorporates community bands into the Hawkeye Marching Band halftime performance. Iowa’s contest against Penn State (Oct. 9) will be the annual America Needs Farmers (ANF) game, presented by Iowa Farm Bureau. This will also be the annual Black and Gold Spirit Game, with fans encouraged to wear either black or gold attire depending on their seat location.
Homecoming against Purdue (Oct. 16) is being presented by Green State Credit Union. Iowa’s contest with Minnesota (Nov. 13) will be a salute to the military, presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Iowa athletics will have special acknowledgments to active duty and veterans of the armed services as the Hawkeyes battle for Floyd of Rosedale. Fans are encouraged to wear black.
The final home game of the season against Illinois (Nov. 20) is Senior Day, celebrating senior classes for the football program, marching band and spirit squads. This game is also the Harvest Game, recognizing agriculture partners.
Start times for the first three home games are expected to be announced later this spring. Remaining start times (beginning with Penn State) will be announced six or 12 days in advance of each game.
Fans can request football season tickets by visiting Hawkeyesports.com/Tickets. Fight for Iowa mobile passes go on sale May 5, mini plan ticket packages will be on sale in early June, and select single game tickets will go on sale in July. University of Iowa faculty/staff should contact the University of Iowa Athletics Ticket Office for season tickets. University of Iowa students can purchase tickets in early May. The UI Athletics Ticket Office is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The office telephone number is 1-800-IA-HAWKS.
All tickets in 2021 will be mobile. Fans may access tickets via the Hawkeye Sports App, a link via email, or account login at Hawkeyesports.com/myaccount. These tickets are optimized for display on your smartphone device, and should not be printed. Fans can review additional information on mobile tickets by visiting Hawkeyesports.com/
If games are canceled, postponed or played with restricted fan access, ticket holders who purchase tickets directly through the UI Athletics Ticket Office will have the option to either receive a refund or have a credit toward a future ticket purchase, less applicable fees.
2021 Themes:
Sept. 4, Indiana First Responders’ Day, presented by the Eastern Iowa Airport
Sept. 18, Kent State Gold Game
Sept. 25, Colorado State Family Weekend, presented by Renewable Energy Group
Oct. 9, Penn State ANF Black & Gold Spirit Game, presented by Iowa Farm Bureau
Oct. 16, Purdue Homecoming Game, presented by Green State Credit Union
Nov. 13, Minnesota Military Appreciation Game / Black Out, presented by Wellmark Blue Cross & Blue Shield
Nov. 20, Illinois Senior Day, presented as the Harvest Game
IOWA CITY, Iowa – Redshirt sophomore Jack Nunge has notified head coach Fran McCaffery of his intentions to transfer from the University of Iowa and the men’s basketball program.
“After long consideration, I have made the difficult decision to transfer following this semester,” said Nunge. “This has been an incredibly emotional and difficult year for me and my family. I want to transfer to a school closer to home so I can be near my mother and siblings. I have nothing but fond memories of the University of Iowa, my teammates, coaches and fans these past four years. I sincerely appreciate Hawkeye Nation’s overwhelming support during my time in Iowa City. I wish my teammates the best of luck in the future and appreciate everything the University of Iowa has done for me.”
Nearly 12 months after sustaining the first of two season-ending knee injuries, Nunge’s father (Dr. Mark Nunge) passed away unexpectedly at the age of 53 on Nov. 28, 2020. Nunge sustained a torn ACL on his right knee on Nov. 24, 2019, versus Cal Poly. He suffered a torn meniscus of the same knee in Iowa’s road game at Michigan on Feb. 25, 2021.
“Jack and I had a heartfelt meeting today,” said McCaffery. “No person should ever have to go through what Jack has endured the last 16 months and my heart aches for him. Jack expressed his desire to continue his education and complete his eligibility at a school closer to his family. My staff and I fully support his decision and will help every way possible with his transition. Jack is beloved and respected by everyone in our program and has been a valuable teammate the past four years.”
Nunge was the team’s leading scorer (7.1) and rebounder (5.3) off the bench in 22 games played in 2020-21. He started 19-of-60 games as a Hawkeye, averaging 6.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.7 blocks, and 0.5 steals.
DES MOINES (March 30, 2021) – The 2021 Drake Relays will welcome spectators, one year following postponement due to the global pandemic. Strict COVID-19 protocols including socially distanced seating and mask mandate, will be enforced during the 111th edition of America’s Athletic Classic, to be held April 22-24, 2021, at Drake Stadium. Ticket holders who deferred or donated their 2020 tickets will receive notice via email of their seating options beginning Tuesday, April 6. Ticket packages and single-session tickets will then go on sale via email offer to previous all-session and single session ticket holders beginning Tuesday, April 13, followed by remaining tickets becoming available for purchase by the public.
The 2021 Drake Relays will feature an elite division, university division, college division, high school division, and a 4×100 meter relay event for middle schools. Notably, the World Athletics Continental Tour has designated the Drake Relays a Silver Level event, one of only two meets in the United States to earn such status. That means the Drake Relays are a critical stop for athletes beginning their quest to qualify for the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
“This will truly be a historic meet for competitors, coaches and Relays fans alike,” said Blake Boldon, Franklin “Pitch” Johnson Director of the Drake Relays. “We are thrilled to be bringing world-class talent to Iowa and hosting one of the biggest and most competitive outdoor track meets since the onset of COVID-19. I’m equally proud of the many staff and volunteers who are working diligently to make it possible for spectators to attend, and to do so safely.”
Relays fans should note that:
For an early look at the meet schedule and for the 2021 Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom, click here.
GOLF
Girls
AHSTW 250, CAM 254, Exira-EHK NTS
Medalist: Ally Meyers, AHSTW (52)
Runner-Up: Isabel Luna, AHSTW (54)
Boys
CAM 218, AHSTW 219, Exira-EHK 223
Medalist: Tyler Petersen, Exira-EHK (45)
Runner-Up: Logan Lawrence, CAM (52)
TENNIS
Girls
St. Albert 5, CB Thomas Jefferson 4
Boys
CB Abraham Lincoln 9, Harlan 0
TRACK
Hawkeye Ten South Meet @ Clarinda
Glenwood won 10 events in the girls portion of the meet. Clarinda and Glenwood won 7 events apiece on the boys side.
(bearcatsports.com) The National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) announced Monday that Ben McCollum of Northwest Missouri State University has been selected as the 2021 NABC Division II Coach of the Year presented by Wilson.
This is the fourth time in the last five years that McCollum has earned the award with three NCAA Division II championships during that period. The Bearcats topped West Texas A&M 80-54 in the NCAA Division II national championship game on Saturday in Evansville, Ind., finishing the season with a 28-2 won-lost record.
Northwest Missouri also won NCAA titles in 2016-17 and 2018-19 and may have garnered another last season with a 31-1 record before the abrupt end of play due to the pandemic. Over the last three seasons, McCollum’s teams have a 97-3 won-lost record and a 159-8 mark over the last five seasons.
A seven-time MIAA coach of the year, McCollum earned the 2019 John McLendon National Coach of the Year award for all divisions. He will receive his award on Friday, April 2, during the virtual AT&T NABC Guardians of the Game Awards Show, which begins at 6:30 pm (EDT).
McCollum surpassed Cal State Bakersfield’s Pat Douglass for the most NABC Division II Coach of the Year awards with four. Douglass captured his awards in 1993, 1994 and 1997. McCollum has been the NABC Coach of the Year in 2017, 2019, 2020 and 2021.
IRVING, Texas – David Carr, the 2021 Big 12 and NCAA champion at 157 pounds, has been named the Big 12 Wrestler of the Year, the conference announced on Tuesday. Carr is the first Iowa State wrestler to win this award since the Big 12 started awarding it in 2016.
The Canton, Ohio, native’s 2021 resume included a perfect 20-0 mark on the year, making him the only undefeated wrestler in the Big 12. He posted five wins by major decision, four by fall and four by technical fall for a bonus-rate of 65% on the season. Carr saw 11 of his wins come over opponents ranked in the top-20 nationally.
In accomplishing all of this, Carr was named a finalist for the Dan Hodge Trophy, presented annually to the nation’s most dominant wrestler.
Carr’s march to becoming the Big 12’s top wrestler culminated with a title performance at the NCAA Championships. The two-time All-American claimed the 157-pound crown with a 4-0 decision over Rider’s Jesse Dellavechia in the finals.
At the NCAA Championships, Carr went 5-0 and didn’t yield a single takedown. He outscored his opponents by a 40-10 margin.
With his championship performance, Carr became ISU’s 300th All-American in program history. He is the school’s 50th wrestler to win an individual NCAA Championship and the 70th overall individual champion in school history. He is Iowa State’s first undefeated champion since 2011 (John Reader).
In Tulsa, Carr successfully defended his Big 12 crown taking out Jared Franek in the Big 12 finals by 8-2 decision. Carr became Iowa State’s 57th wrestler in program history to win two or more conference championships.
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