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Baseball Scoreboard for Wednesday, June 11th

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

Rolling Valley Conference

CAM – 6 vs Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton – 1

Coon Rapids-Bayard – 10 vs Ar-We-Va – 1

Woodbine – 18 vs Boyer Valley – 6

 

Non-Conference

Southwest Valley – 11 vs Fremont-Mills – 0

Lenox – 17 vs Riverside – 7

Audubon – 7 vs West Central Valley – 6

Nodaway Valley – 14 vs Earlham – 13

ACGC – 8 vs Glidden-Ralston – 3

Glenwood – 9 vs Sioux City West – 6

Underwood – 3 vs St. Albert – 2

Bedford – 7 vs Shenandoah – 1

East Union – 9 vs Murray – 7

Wayne – 11 vs Melcher-Dallas – 1

Cardinal – 14 vs Twin Cedars – 0

Pleasantville – 12 vs Grinnell – 7 in 8 innings

 

West Central Activities Conference

Panorama – 14 vs Madrid – 4

Folgueiras to Play for U20 Spanish National Team

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa junior Alvaro Folguerias will return to his native Spain to compete for the U20 Spanish National Team from July 12-20.

Folguerias will play with the U20 team at the FIBA U20 EuroBasket Championships in Heraklion, Greece.  The Spanish team will be a part of Group A, competing against Poland, Israel and Finland.  Teams will then be seeded for the Round of 16 stage and the competition will continue in the form of a bracket until the final on July 20.

Following the FIBA event, Folguerias will transition to training with the Spanish Men’s National Team where he will play in two friendlies against Portugal (Aug. 5) and Czech Republic (Aug. 7) before returning to Iowa City.

The Málaga, Spain, native joined the Hawkeyes in May after playing two seasons at Robert Morris.  The forward was the Horizon League Player of the Year and a first-team All-Horizon League selection after averaging 14.1 points, 9.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.4 steals per game.

Folguerias led Robert Morris to the Horizon League regular season and tournament titles, finishing the season with a 26-9 overall record.

2025 FIBA U20 EuroBasket Championship Schedule
July 12 – Spain vs. Israel
July 13 – Spain vs. Poland
July 14 – Spain to Finland
July 16 – Round of 16 vs. TBA

Softball Scoreboard from Wednesday, June 11th

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

Western Iowa Conference

Logan-Magnolia – 3 vs Exira/EHK-Audubon – 2

 

Non-Conference

Griswold-CAM – 4 vs IKM-Manning – 2 in 8 innings

Riverside – 18 vs Lenox – 5

Tri-Center – 3 vs Abraham Lincoln – 2 in 8 innings

Missouri Valley – 8 vs St. Albert – 0

Earlham – 8 vs Nodaway Valley – 0

Glidden-Ralston – 6 vs ACGC – 3

Bedford – 5 vs Shenandoah – 4 in 9 innings

Clarinda – 15 vs Thomas Jefferson – 0

Fremont-Mills – 9 vs Glenwood – 4

Earlham – 8 vs Nodaway Valley – 0

Murray – 16 vs East Union – 3

Centerville – 8 vs Wayne – 5

 

Pride of Iowa Conference

Mount Ayr – 11 vs Central Decatur – 3

Southeast Warren – 5 vs Martensdale-St. Marys – 2

 

Rolling Valley Conference

Ar-We-Va – 15 vs Coon Rapids-Bayard – 4 

Woodbine – 10 vs Boyer Valley – 0

 

West Central Activities Conference

Madrid – 5 vs Panorama – 4

CAM Baseball defeats Exira/EHK 6-1

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

The CAM baseball team remains undefeated after a 6-1 road victory at Exira/EHK Wednesday night. The Cougars tacked on six runs on eight hits highlighted by four in the fifth inning. Junior Collin Bower began on the mound for the Cougars but after just one inning, Sophomore Kayden Winther came into relief and went the rest of the way for CAM. Head Coach Mick Long had high praise for his lone relief pitcher.

The game was scoreless after two innings, but the ice broke after Sophomore Carson McKee scored on a wild pitch in the third. Later in the fourth, Lucas James hit a double down the left field line to begin the inning. That was followed up by a Makade Paulsen double scoring James. After four, the Cougars led 2-0 and Long appreciated the defensive effort.

In the fifth, the Cougars slapped two base hits into right center field. Plus, capitalizing on a few Spartan miscues, the one through four hitters for CAM all came around to score to give the Cougars a 6-0 lead. Winthers kept Exira/EHK off the scoreboard until the bottom of the seventh. Starting pitcher for the Spartans, Josh Nelson had a single at the plate and came around to score after a few Exira/EHK base hits.

Long says the confidence is building with the hot start for his team.

CAM has taken the last three from Exira/EHK and 14 of the last 16.

Red Oak CSD invited to join WIC athletics

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June 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) — Officials with the Red Oak Community School District announced Wednesday, the District is honored to have received a formal invitation to join the Western Iowa Conference (WIC). The WIC is currently exploring expansion opportunities and is seeking member schools that demonstrate a strong and ongoing commitment to excellence in athletics, activities, and academics. The Shenandoah Community School District also received an invitation to leave the Hawkeye Ten Conference to join the WIC (Western Iowa Conference).

According to the invitation, the Red Oak CSD is viewed as a strong potential addition to the conference based on several key factors. These include its geographic proximity to current WIC member schools, similar enrollment history, a wide range of comparable activity offerings, overall district stability, a football classification in line with existing members, and the quality and availability of its athletic and activity facilities. The WIC also noted Red Oak’s competitiveness and continued commitment to programs in varsity and middle school sports, fine arts, and other student activities that align with the conference’s values.

While the Red Oak CSD is interested in exploring this opportunity as a means of enhancing the competitiveness and quality of its student programs, no final decision has been made. District leaders plan to gather input from coaches, staff, and other key stakeholders before making a recommendation to the Board of Directors. The Board will carefully consider all feedback before making any determination. The Red Oak CSD remains committed to a transparent, inclusive, and collaborative decision-making process.

“We are grateful to the Western Iowa Conference for extending this invitation and for recognizing the strength and potential of our school district,” said Ron Lorenz, Superintendent of the Red Oak CSD. “We look forward to engaging in thoughtful conversations about this opportunity and what it could mean for our students.”

Board of Regents committee approves second phase of upgrades to Banks Field at Iowa

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June 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Board of Regents facilities committee has approved more renovation work on the Iowa Hawkeye baseball complex. University of Iowa Vice president Rod Lehnertz says they did phase one after raising the money to pay for it.

Lehnertz says the next phase will make more improvements to Duane Banks Field.

Lehnertz says the next phase will start after the 2026 baseball season is over.

Lehnertz says they expect the project to be completed by the 2027 baseball season. The full board of Regents is expected to approve the project Thursday.

2 Incoming Freshmen Named Gatorade Softball Player of the Year

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

IOWA CITY, Iowa – A pair of incoming freshmen were selected as the Gatorade Softball Player of the Year for their respective states, it was announced Monday. Phoenyx Silva earned her second straight honor for the state of Rhode Island and Mariah Myers brought home the honor in her home state of Iowa.

Myers, a Fort Dodge, Iowa, native led St. Edmond Catholic to a 26-7 record and the third-place game in the Class 1A state tournament in 2024. Myers hit .600 with 36 RBI and scored 45 runs, stole 23 bases, posting a 1.360 slugging percentage and an OPS of 2.074. She was named Class 1A First Team All-State and is ranked as the nation’s No. 31 prospect in the Class of 2025 by Perfect Game.

Silva, a Providence, Rhode Island, native led La Salle Academy to a 24-1 record, the No. 1 seed in the Division I state tournament and a berth in the state championship game. Silva entered the state final batting .571 with 39 RBI, 21 home runs and an OPS of 2.208. The state’s returning Gatorade Softball Player of the Year, she also drew 18 walks and struck out just twice in 96 plate appearances posting a slugging percentage of 1.455 through 25 games.

ISU Adds Five Transfers to the Fold

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State head soccer coach Matt Fannon has announced the signings of five transfer additions for the 2025 roster. Iisa Elovaara (UCF), Erin Hopewell (Charlotte), Musuai Isaia (Washington State), Taylor Spitzer (Northwestern State) and Sydney Walters (Ohio State) will join the Cyclones over the summer, running the team’s transfer total to ten over the offseason.
Elovaara, a midfielder hailing from Richmond, Virginia, comes to Ames after spending her freshman year at UCF. Elovaara did not see any action during her lone year in Orlando and projects to have three years to play at ISU.
“Iisa has a good, calming presence on the ball and is adaptable, so she can play in a number of positions for us,” said Fannon. “We see her being a top-level holding midfielder who will help us both in our build as well as our defensive block.”
Hopewell, a two-time transfer, will arrive in Ames after spending last year redshirting at Charlotte. A defender, Hopewell began her career at Rhode Island, where she spent the 2022 and 2023 seasons and accumulated a goal and an assist after playing in 33 matches with 13 starts.
“Erin is tough as nails and will bring an innate ability to fight for everything,” said Fannon. “She is also technically sound and will help us with our game model.”
Isaia, a goalkeeper and transfer from Washington State, comes to Ames as a redshirt senior. Isaia spent her first two seasons at Peninsula Community College before transferring to Wazzu, where she spent the last three seasons. At Peninsula, she made 21 starts and recorded 68 saves in her two years. At WSU, Isaia made one appearance, pitching a complete game shutout against Kansas.
“Moose brings a wealth of experience and has fantastic distribution to go with her athleticism,” said Fannon. “She also has a strong character and will be a great asset to our younger players.”
Spitzer, a Texas native and Northwestern State transfer, will come to Ames for one final season of soccer. Spitzer was a standout for the Demons this past season, earning First Team All-Southland and being named LSWA All-Louisiana. In 49 career matches, she logged 34 starts and recorded 15 goals.
“Spitz is a target center forward that has everything: she can run in behind, is good in the air, can link play well and finishes with a great calmness,” said Fannon. “She will also be invaluable for our incoming freshmen to learn from.”
Walters, like Elovaara, comes from a Power Four program as she spent her first two seasons with Ohio State. Walters, an IMG Academy product, redshirted her initial season in Columbus and did not see the field in 2024. She projects to have three years of eligibility.
“Syd comes highly recommended and is a top athlete who is tough and relentless,” said Fannon. “She can cover ground and play out of the back and will be an aerial target for us as well.”
The quintet of additions joins the previously announced signings of Allison Charleston, Cassidy Corcione, Lucy Froitzheim, Morgan Goodman and Gili Johnson. In total, 14 of Iowa State’s 23 players began their careers at different schools.

Big Ten Releases 2026 Conference Schedule

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

IOWA CITY, Iowa – The University of Iowa, in conjunction with the Big Ten Conference, announced its 2026 conference baseball schedule on Wednesday. Iowa’s full schedule, including non-conference dates and opponents, will be released at a later date.

Here are notes about the 2026 Big Ten season:

– The Hawkeyes host UCLA (March 27-29), Minnesota (April 3-5), Maryland (April 17-19), Illinois (May 1-3) and Purdue (May. 14-16) at Duane Banks Field.

– Iowa travels to Penn State (March 13-15), Michigan State (March 20-22), USC (April 10-12), Indiana (April 24-16) and Nebraska (May 8-10).

The Hawkeyes closed the 2025 season with a 33-22-1 overall record. Iowa finished third in the Big Ten regular season standings and made its 10th straight Big Ten Tournament appearance.

Softball Scoreboard from Tuesday, June 10th

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June 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

Hawkeye Ten Conference

Creston – 4 vs Atlantic – 0

Shenandoah – 16 vs Red Oak – 1

Clarinda – 11  vs Glenwood – 10

Lewis Central – 14 vs Denison-Schleswig – 4

Kuemper Catholic – 9 vs St. Albert – 1

 

Western Iowa Conference

AHSTW – 7 vs Tri-Center –  5

Riverside – 11 vs IKM-Manning – 2

Treynor – 11 vs Underwood – 0

 

Pride of Iowa Conference

East Union – 13 vs Lenox – 10

Wayne – 8 vs Nodaway Valley – 0

Mount Ayr – 4 vs Martensdale-St. Marys – 3

 

Missouri River Conference

Le Mars – 12 vs Abraham Lincoln – 5

Le Mars – 14 vs Abraham Lincoln – 3

 

West Central Activities Conference

Earlham – 3 vs Des Moines Christian – 1

Ogden – 15 vs Panorama – 4

Ogden – 8 vs Panorama – 4

ACGC – 11 vs Madrid – 2