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West Branch proves doubters wrong, returns to state semifinals
Nov. 11, 2011 3:54 pm
CEDAR FALLS -- Don't worry if the West Branch football players' shoulder pads don't fit tight.
The Bears have to make room for the chip on their shoulder. It has been there since they opened the season 1-2, causing many to doubt whether the program's stretch of deep postseason runs would continue.
West Branch rebounded with nine straight wins, advancing to the Iowa High School Athletic Association Class 1A state semifinals for the fourth straight season. The Bears face No. 10 Saint Ansgar on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at the UNI-Dome.
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