Articles Tagged: Independence Community School District

MARION — The “Battle of the Sixes” was a virtual stalemate. But Isabella Sade had more help, and Marion has …

CEDAR RAPIDS — Domination with a capital “D.” In this case, the letter stands for the defense Cedar Rapids Xavier …

Tanner Wessels passed for 251 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for 95 yards and a score as West Delaware …

Battles between highly-ranked teams? Yes. Regional rivals? Of course. Programs fighting over a traveling trophy and novelty games? You bet. …

Another fine season for Cedar Rapids Xavier was cut short last year; Decorah upset the Saints in the second round …

INDEPENDENCE – With a revamped lineup, Cedar Rapids Xavier girls’ tennis is back within striking distance of the Class 1A …

IOWA CITY — Blaize Cabell walked away with mixed emotions. Northern Iowa’s three-time NCAA qualifier was discouraged with the outcome, …

DES MOINES – Vance Light did not get into coaching for individual awards or accolades. But when someone successfully extends …

DES MOINES — Life inside the home of Independence assistant wrestling coach Keith Donnelly isn’t complicated, but it is disciplined. …

DES MOINES — Jack Cochrane and Tristan Wirfs have played sports together since they were young kids. In the fall, …

DES MOINES — When their possible path to the finals came to an early end, Independence refocused on the next …

DES MOINES — Alburnett’s dual success can be whittled down to one phrase from the coaching staff. The Pirates need …

INDEPENDENCE – Four years ago, Nicholas Holt and Matt McMillan were junior high basketball players. Holt was a point guard …

WILLIAMSBURG — Hard hats and blue collars are not standard wrestling equipment. Williamsburg, however, has used them to produce a …

MARION – Even younger, but even better? Last year as freshmen, they led the Marion girls’ basketball team to within …