K.J. Pilcher

Vinton-Shellsburg senior golfer Brayden Almquist ranks among the Class 3A average leaders. He earned medalist honors at last week’s sectional and has his sights set on a state berth.

The Linn-Mar senior broke par for the first time, shooting 2-under 61 for medalist honors Monday in the final round of Mississippi Valley Conference Mississippi divisional play. Western Dubuque won the team title, while LIberty’s Bella Pettersen earns Player of the Year honor

The Eagles rallied with a six-run inning to defeat Northeast (Neb.), 10-2, in seven innings. They will face Iowa Central in the Region XI tournament final.

Fitzgerald provided a spark for the Eagles, tallying two hits, including a double and two-run home run, three runs, two RBIs and two defensive gems in a 13-4 regional win over DMACC.

After six years, Kane Thompson will step down as the head wrestling coach at Cedar Rapids Prairie, accepting an administrator position within the College Community School District.

Monticello Coach Curt Tauke realized experience and depth would be a strength this season. The Panthers proved it to be true with a strong regular season. Monticello will compete in an IHSAA Class 3A sectional golf meet Friday.

Kirkwood pitcher Luke Llewellyn packed on 30 to 40 pounds, added velocity to his fastball and has helped the Eagles to a 36-19 record, entering Thursday’s regional tournament play.

Kohawks look to add tournament title to regular-season crown

Panthers lock up head coach through 2027-28 season

Junior closed with a career-best 39 on back nine

Senior Megan Weber hits 2 home runs to help Kohawks top Wartburg, 6-4

Trenton Wallace strikes out 10; Fullard, Adreon hit first-inning home runs

CEDAR RAPIDS — Payton Bruner has made an indelible impact on Mount Mercy’s softball program. From the pinch-hit double in …

Raiders repeat as champs, take top six individual spots

Junior throws 2-hit shutout; Jade Sharp delivers game-winning RBI in HAAC tournament opener