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Tritons play for World Series spot

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The 13th-ranked Iowa Central baseball team returns home in hopes of extending their season yet again. The Tritons (42-15 overall) host Dakota County beginning here Friday at Rogers Park for the North Plains District title. First-pitch in the best-of-three opener is set for 3 p.m. ...

Abens recognized posthumously

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CRESCO — Keith Abens was larger than life on a wrestling mat, but that legacy pales in comparison to his accomplishments away from the sport he loved. Abens, who passed away suddenly in November of 2023 at the age of 72, was honored posthumously by the Iowa Wrestling Hall of Fame last month ...

Becerra-Diaz tied for lead

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BOONE — The Iowa Central women’s golf team remains in third overall at the NJCAA Div. II National Championship. However, the Tritons now have company for the spot. Murray State shot a 335 to close the gap and end the third round tied with Iowa Central. Both teams sit at +139 for the ...

Flaherty seals state grand slam

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SIOUX CITY — The pressure never touched Micah Flaherty, as the Fort Dodge senior punched a fourth ticket to the state tennis tournament here Wednesday. Flaherty, who placed fourth last year in singles at state, claimed a Class 2A district title. He advances to the Hawkeye Tennis and ...

YEAR TO REMEMBER

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IOWA CITY — On the softball diamond, Jalen Adams and Tory Bennett have had a special bond they built as youngsters starting over a decade ago in Fort Dodge. Their connection has continued into their college days, and the family has gotten bigger as part of the Iowa Hawkeye softball ...

Gael boys reach districts in golf

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The St. Edmond boys golf team took advantage of perfect conditions and home-course knowledge to secure a spot in a Class 1A district meet. After finishing in a tie with Newell-Fonda, the Gaels advanced as a Class 1A sectional runner-up on Thursday, joining the Mustangs and Bishop Garrigan in ...