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Bandits Whoop Wichita

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:07:00 EDT

The Bandits treated their match-up with Wichita like a playoff game. And the Bandits prevailed.

West Clinches State

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:06:00 EDT

West will play Cedar Rapids Kennedy on Thursday in Des Moines at 5 p.m.

Sioux Falls Powers Past X's

Fri, 24 May 2013 23:49:00 EDT

Brian Bistagne got the X's on the board in the second inning with an RBI single to left field that scored Bryan Pounds. Sioux Falls quickly responded with a four run third inning led by Jared Clark's two run homerun.

LeMars Blanks SB-L; North Rallies

Fri, 24 May 2013 23:41:00 EDT

LeMars 11
SB-L 0 F

North 7
Denison-Schleswig 4 F

Hawkeyes Broadcaster Jim Zabel Passes Away

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:10:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com It is a sad day for the Iowa Hawkeye family and the broadcasting fraternity. Multiple sources are reporting longtime Hawkeyes radio broadcaster Jim Zabel has passed

Jim Varady Named Musketeers Head Coach

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:51:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA. - The Sioux City Musketeers pleased to announce that Jay Varady will be the new Head Coach and General Manager of the Musketeers Hockey Team. Varady

Heelan Trounces West

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:15:00 EDT

Heelan Senior Larissa Uhl picked up right where she left off last season.

Uhl tossed three hitless innings as her Crusader teammates piled on 14 runs to take down West, 14-0 on Thursday evening.

West takes down East in Soccer Shootout

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:58:00 EDT

The West Wolverines needed two overtimes and shootout to defeat East, 3-2 to advance to the substate semi-finals.

Top 5 Plays of the Week (5/22)

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:23:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com TOP 5 PLAYS OF THE WEEK #5: East's Dom Thompson-Williams makes great a great catch. #4: East's Anthony Dreeszen wins 100 meter dash at State. #3: Denison-Schleswig

Bandits Trade for Former Husker Marlon Lucky

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:15:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Sioux City Bandits made a trade with the Lincoln Haymakers that will bring former Nebraska running back Marlon Lucky to Sioux City. The Bandits

Explorers Score 12 To Top New Jersey

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:49:00 EDT

Tuesday night, the X's battled back racking up 12 runs on the Jackals en route to a 12-4 victory.

Lawton-Bronson Edges I-K-M Manning

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:39:00 EDT

The Lawton-Bronson Eagles took down I-K-M Manning with a 3-2 victory on Wednesday night.

L-B will play West Monona Friday May 24.

SB-L Rolls Past Woodbury Central 17-2 in Softball

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Moville, IA - Two of the most dominant softball programs in Siouxland went head to head on Tuesday, and the game wasn't close. SB-L destroyed Woodbury Central 17-2

X's Drop Third Straight

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:53:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Sioux City X's dug themselves a hole they couldn't climb out of on Tuesday. Sioux City spotted New Jersey 8 runs and despite turning things on

Iowa State adds Men's Basketball Transfer

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:29:00 EDT

Iowa State says that Northern Illinois transfer Abdel Nader has signed with the Cyclones. Nader, a 6-foot-7 forward from Skokie, Ill., averaged 13.1 points and 5.6 rebounds a game for the Huskies as a sophomore last season.

Denison-Schleswig Takes Down Heelan in Substate Soccer

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:02:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - Heelan was knocked out of the boys substate soccer tournament by Denison-Schleswig. The Crusaders dominated the action in the first half, but couldn't

East Holds off Lawton-Bronson 5-4 on the Diamond

Mon, 20 May 2013 23:57:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - Sioux City East got out to an early lead and never lost it to Lawton-Bronson. The Black Raiders held off the Eagles 5-4 in a battle of solid teams.

X's Fall In Series Opener to New Jersey

Mon, 20 May 2013 23:54:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Sioux City Explorers dropped the first game of their three game series with New Jersey 13-5. For the first time this season the X's pitching

X's Fall One Game Short Of Sioux Falls Sweep

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:20:00 EDT

The Sioux City Explorers were 3-0 headed into Sunday's final game in the opening series against the Sioux Falls Canaries.

Bandits Beat Lincoln 24-17

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:08:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Sioux City Bandits moved to 7-2 on the season with a 24-17 win over the Lincoln Haymakers. Bandits wide receiver Damon Mothershed scored two

Nebraska State Track Highlights from Saturday

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:02:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Omaha, NE - The Hartington boys had the ultimate team effort during the state track meet. A handful of boys racked up points to help the Wildcats win the Class D

Saturday Highlights from Iowa State Track Meet

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:55:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Des Moines, IA - Sioux City is home to the fastest high schooler in Iowa. East High's Anthony Dreeszen won the 100 meter gold medal with a time of 11.1. Trever Ryen

Highlights from the Nebraska State Track Meet (Day 1)

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:57:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Omaha, NE - The conditions were perfect at Burke Stadium for the Nebraska State Track Meet. The Crofton girls broke a school record and won the 3200 relay to kick

Hinton Shines at Day 2 of State Track Meet

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:51:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Des Moines, IA - The Hinton Blackhawks opened up some eyes in the second day of competition at the Iowa State Track Meet. The Hinton Boys won a state title in the

X's Win Season Opener Over Sioux Falls 5-3

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:03:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Sioux City X's started the season off on the right foot by beating Sioux Falls 5-3. The X's jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead after Palmer Carr

Iowa State Track Highlights from Day One

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Des Moines, IA - Day one of the Iowa State track meet saw northwest Iowa athletes compete very well. MOC-Floyd Valley's Alexis Conaway won her third straight high

Brawl Breaks Out Between Lincoln and Omaha

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:05:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Omaha, NE - Eight players and one coach were suspended by CPIFL after a bench clearing brawl involving the Lincoln Haymakers and the Omaha Beef. The suspensions range

Bandits Set Up For Strong Finish

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:57:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The worst is being the Sioux City Bandits. The team has battled through only playing at home twice in the first seven games, and a handful of injuries.

Musketeers Fans Shouldn't Expect Long Term Coaches

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:52:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - USHL fans shouldn't expect their team's coaches to stick around like they did in the past. The league has become one of the top starting destinations

Hundreds Pack Mini Dome to Celebrate Soccer Title

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com South Sioux City, NE - Hundreds of students packed the South Sioux City Mini Dome to celebrate a boys state soccer title. The Cardinals boys took home their first

Heelan's Skibinski Could Miss State Track Meet

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:58:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Drake Relays 100 meter champ might have to miss the state track meet. Heelan's Zach Skibinski pulled his hamstring last week at the district

Larson Resigns as Musketeers Head Coach

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:44:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA. - The Sioux City Musketeers, in conjunction with the Ohio State hockey team, announced today that Musketeer Head Coach and General Manager Brett Larson

South Sioux Boys Claim State Soccer Title

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Omaha, NE - The South Sioux City Cardinals avenged last year's state title loss to Skutt by beating the SkyHawks in this year's title game 2-1. South Sioux grabbed

East Sprinters Nash and Dreeszen Ready for State

Mon, 13 May 2013 23:57:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - Ronald Nash and Anthony Dreeszen are more than ready for the state track meet. Dreeszen finished second at the Drake Relays and Nash finished thire.

Jensen Breaks Bandits Record

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:12:00 EDT

In the first quarter on Saturday night, Jensen fired a bubble screen pass to Damon Mothershead who took it in for the score, giving Jensen No. 149.

X's Ready For Home Opener

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:05:00 EDT

The Sioux City Explorers went 2-2 during their preseason exhibition games this spring, and this Thursday they'll get a chance to put up some runs that count.

Bandits Dominate Mid-Missouri

Sat, 11 May 2013 23:59:00 EDT

Saturday night the 0-7 Mid-Missouri Outlaws came to town and they were strong out of the gate scoring on their very first possession. They wouldn't score another point.

South Sioux City Reaches State Final

Sat, 11 May 2013 19:33:00 EDT

Saturday's match was hard fought throughout but didn't see any scoring in regulation. The Cardinals upped their game in overtime as they defeated Gretna, 3-0.

Explorers Trounce Lincoln In Exhibition Finale

Sat, 11 May 2013 19:32:00 EDT

These games might not count toward the season, but don't tell the Sioux City Explorers that. The X's had eight different players with RBI's, and tallied 17 hits to defeat the Lincoln Salt Dogs, 13-1.

East Girls Soccer Rolls North

Fri, 10 May 2013 23:50:00 EDT

East went on a scoring frenzy against North, defeating the Stars, 5-0, to improve to 10-2 on the season.

District Track Highlights from Hartington and Hawarden

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:02:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Crofton swept the Class C district track meet in Hartington. Also check out highlights from the Class 1-A district track meet in Hawarden.

South Sioux Advances to State Soccer Semis

Thu, 9 May 2013 23:56:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Omaha, NE - Third seeded South Sioux City advanced past sixth seeded Lexington 4-0 at the state soccer tournament. The Cardinals held a slim 1-0 lead at halftime,

Tonga and Williams Return to Bandits Lineup

Thu, 9 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

By Travis Morgan tmorgan@kcautv.com Sioux City, IA - The Sioux City Bandits will be getting some help on defense for this Saturday's game. Linebacker Spetlar Tonga and defensive lineman Anthony Williams

US Senior Open announces Military Appreciation Day

Sat, 25 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

A Military Appreciation Day will be held during the week of the U.S. Senior Open Championship at Omaha Country Club this summer.

News Minute: Here is the latest Nebraska news from The Associated Press

Sat, 25 May 2013 04:33:00 EDT

A burning fence in Grand Island has destroyed two mobile homes on either side of it. The fire was reported Thursday. When firefighters arrived, they found a fence ablaze between two mobile homes, which spread to the two...

Oklahoma City wins 6th NAIA women's golf title

Fri, 24 May 2013 21:49:00 EDT

Oklahoma City University won the NAIA women's golf championship Friday behind a 1-2 finish from Jessica Schiele and Elia Folch.

Nebraska coach comes home to face Oregon

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer Nebraska softball coach Rhonda Revelle grew up rooting for the Ducks and even played at Oregon for a season, so she'll have to suppress any nostalgia this weekend...

Iowa-Nebraska game kicks off at 11 a.m. in Lincoln

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:29:00 EDT

Kickoff for Nebraska's game against Iowa on the day after Thanksgiving has been set for 11 a.m. Central time.

For 1st time since '82, 3 US men qualify in Paris

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:48:00 EDT

Three U.S. men have qualified for the French Open for the first time in more than 30 years.

11 a.m. kickoff for Neb game vs Illini on Oct. 5

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:40:00 EDT

Nebraska's homecoming game against Illinois on Oct. 5 will kick off at 11 a.m.

UNO's Ryan Keele, coach earn Summit League honors

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:55:00 EDT

Nebraska-Omaha right fielder Ryan Keele is player of the year and newcomer of the year in the Summit League, and Mavericks coach Bob Herold is coach of the year.

Neb gets another shot at Ducks in super regional

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:58:00 EDT

The Nebraska softball team isn't fazed by having to travel to Oregon to play the third-seeded Ducks in this weekend's NCAA super regional.

Big Ten baseball: Better despite the weather

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:41:00 EDT

Indiana is the top seed for the Big Ten baseball tournament, and coach Tracy Smith has an honest admission to make.

Kansas shuts out TCU 4-0, earns Big 12 title shot

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:42:00 EDT

Michael Suiter hit a two-run home run and four Kansas pitchers combined on a shutout as the Jayhawks beat TCU 4-0 Saturday night to reach the Big 12 championship game.

Mountaineers edge Oklahoma State 6-5 in 10th

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:30:00 EDT

Jacob Rice singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning and West Virginia beat Oklahoma State 6-5 on Saturday in the Big 12 tournament.

Mountaineers edge Oklahoma State 6-5 in 10th

Sat, 25 May 2013 21:38:00 EDT

Jacob Rice singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning and West Virginia beat Oklahoma State 6-5 on Saturday to stay in the chase for the Big 12 tournament title.

Kansas State scores 5 in 9th, beats Baylor 13-9

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:05:00 EDT

Jon Davis and Lance Miles each had two hits and three RBIs as top-seeded Kansas State scored five runs in the ninth inning to beat Baylor 13-9 Friday at the Big 12 tournament.

Iowa at Ohio State game to kick off at 3:30 p.m.

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

Ohio State announced on Friday that its homecoming game will be Oct. 19 against Iowa and will kick off at 3:30 p.m.

Iowa-Nebraska game kicks off at 11 a.m. in Lincoln

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:29:00 EDT

Kickoff for Nebraska's game against Iowa on the day after Thanksgiving has been set for 11 a.m. Central time.

Sooners get 2nd straight shutout, beat Tech 8-0

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:52:00 EDT

Max White had three hits and scored twice and Oklahoma got its second straight shutout at the Big 12 tournament, beating Texas Tech 8-0 Friday.

Zach Johnson always feels good at Colonial

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:26:00 EDT

Zach Johnson always feels good when he gets to Colonial.

Big 12 delays baseball tournament after tornado

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:13:00 EDT

The Big 12 is delaying the start of its baseball tournament in Oklahoma City after this week's deadly tornado.

Beam her up: Gabby Douglas is back in the gym

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:00:00 EDT

By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Gabby Douglas is back in the gym.

News Minute: Here is the latest South Dakota news from The Associated Press

Sun, 26 May 2013 03:14:00 EDT

The South Dakota Highway Patrol says a North Dakota man was killed and a South Dakota woman was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash near Herreid. Authorities say 56-year-old Keith Lipp died in the Friday morning crash....

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Sat, 11 May 2013 17:03:00 EDT

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Sat, 25 May 2013 22:34:00 EDT

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Sports Minute: Here is the latest Minnesota sports news from The Associated Press

Sat, 25 May 2013 04:33:00 EDT

Anibal Sanchez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning against the Minnesota Twins in a 6-0 victory for the Detroit Tigers. The right-hander was trying to get his second career no-hitter when Minnesota's Joe Mauer hit a...

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Fri, 24 May 2013 23:21:00 EDT

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Cary Eades named USHL coach of the year

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:53:00 EDT

Former University of North Dakota hockey player and assistant coach Cary Eades has been named coach of the year in the United States Hockey League.

This Hour: Latest Minnesota sports

Fri, 24 May 2013 04:36:00 EDT

Prince Fielder bounced a tiebreaking single off Jared Burton's glove in the eighth inning, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 7-6 come-from-behind victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.

Executive director of MT Coaches Association dies

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:27:00 EDT

Ralph Halverson, the longtime executive director of the Montana Coaches Association, has died a few days after suffering a stroke. He was 93.

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Wed, 22 May 2013 23:11:00 EDT

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Larson transferring to South Dakota State

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:22:00 EDT

A former high school basketball standout in South Dakota who had an unsuccessful stint with the University of Florida is transferring to South Dakota State.

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Kerry meets with runners from Boston Marathon

Sun, 26 May 2013 03:39:00 EDT

The winner of the men's race at the Boston Marathon says he is returning his winner's medal to honor the city and those killed and injured in the terrorist bombings near the finish line of one of the world's top...

Cain stops Bigfoot in 1st round, defends UFC title

Sun, 26 May 2013 02:09:00 EDT

Cain Velasquez finished his UFC heavyweight title defense in just 81 merciless seconds. Junior Dos Santos waited until the last minute to end his own bout in spectacular fashion.

Report: New controversy at scandal-scarred Rutgers

Sun, 26 May 2013 01:59:00 EDT

The woman hired to clean up Rutgers' scandal-scarred athletic program quit as Tennessee's women's volleyball coach 16 years ago after her players submitted a letter complaining she ruled through humiliation, fear...

Spurs take 3-0 lead, beat Grizzlies 104-93 in OT

Sun, 26 May 2013 01:29:00 EDT

Tim Duncan is doing his very best to get the San Antonio Spurs back to the NBA Finals one more time.

Blackhawks beat Red Wings 4-1 to stay alive

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:19:00 EDT

The power play returned in the second half of the second period. All it took was one brilliant tip by one of the youngest players on the ice and a well-placed shot by the captain of a team in trouble.

QB Golson no longer enrolled at Notre Dame

Sat, 25 May 2013 23:59:00 EDT

Quarterback Everett Golson is no longer enrolled at Notre Dame.

Umpire expresses regret on botched call

Sat, 25 May 2013 22:59:00 EDT

Umpire Jeff Nelson expressed regret on Saturday for making an incorrect call a night earlier, saying it was a play he'd never seen in 25 years.

Bruins eliminate Rangers with 3-1 win in Game 5

Sat, 25 May 2013 22:19:00 EDT

Claude Julien decided not to give his goalie a pep talk after a pratfall in the crease handed the Rangers a goal that had the potential to turn the series around.

Pagan wins it for Giants with inside-the-park HR

Sat, 25 May 2013 21:19:00 EDT

Angel Pagan was thinking triple out of the box. Once he rounded second and saw third base coach Tim Flannery waving him home, he shifted into another gear.

Moreno takes lead in the Bahamas

Sat, 25 May 2013 21:09:00 EDT

Paola Moreno and Lindsey Wright took the same, simple approach on the winding road through the Ocean Club in the Bahamas LPGA Classic.