Iowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy says he was excited to return to the lineup in last week’s loss to BYU. The native of Dubuque had missed three games after aggravating a hip injury in a September 13th victory at Arkansas State.

Konrardy has dealt with the injury since before the season started.

Konrardy says the chore now is to prevent a flare up.

Konrardy says the violent and repetitive nature of place kicking can lead to frustrating injuries.