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James Morris wins Solon Beef Days hay bale toss
SOLON — James Morris just earned some major bragging rights.
The former Iowa linebacker and Solon alumnus took home top honors at the popular Solon Beef Days hay bale toss Friday night, defeating competition that included Hawkeye linemen with a throw that cleared 13 feet.
Another former Spartan claimed the women's award. Shelby Gunnells, a two-time Class 3A shot put state champion who now competes for North Dakota State, defended her title.
Click on the slideshow above for Solon Beef Days photos, including scenes from the hay bale toss.
Here's James Morris winning the Solon Beef Days hay bale toss at 13-feet. July 16, 2016
Here's James Morris winning the Solon Beef Days hay bale toss at 13-feet. pic.twitter.com/i944RUpVIJ
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Former Iowa Hawkeye football player James Morris takes a turn during the hay bale toss at Solon Beef Days in downtown Solon on Friday, July 15, 2016. (Rebecca F. Miller/The Gazette)
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