 K.J. PilcherK.J. Pilcher is a reporter for SourceMedia Group, and he covers prep sports and college wrestling, among other things. His wrestling podcast, called the "Pinning Combination" is available here at TheGazette.com and also on iTunes. |
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Evans named to NWCA all-academic team
University of Iowa’s Mike Evans possesses brains and brawn. The Hawkeyes’ 174-pound sophomore added an honor for his work in the classroom to his sixth-place finish at the NCAA Championships in March. Evans was named to the National Wrestling Coaches Association Division I All-Academic Team, according to a news release from the UI sports information [...]
Backes leaving Hawkeye wrestling at month’s end
Kurt Backes faced a dilemma that led to a tough decision, but it was one he said he had to make. Backes confirmed Tuesday that he will be leaving his position as volunteer assistant after three seasons with the University of Iowa wrestling program to pursue another career option. His last day on staff is May [...]
Keith captures another victory at Hawkeye Downs
CEDAR RAPIDS – It’s a safe bet Brad Keith will jump at the chance to come back to Hawkeye Downs Speedway. The Eastern Iowa track has produced memorable moments for the 29-year-old race car driver from West Bend, Wis. Keith will leave Cedar Rapids with another fond memory and the Mid-American Stock Car Series points lead after claiming [...]
Petrzelka primed for more Hawkeye Downs success
CEDAR RAPIDS – Matt Petrzelka’s heart starts racing before his hobby stock race car does. The 22-year-old thrives on the “intense” adrenaline rush accompanying0 the green flag to drop. The same could be said for the tests presented by other drivers and a desire to keep winning. He has done plenty of it at Hawkeye [...]
Mid-American Stock Cars stop at Hawkeye Downs
CEDAR RAPIDS – A treat for local fans and a test for some local drivers. The Mid-America Stock Car Series returns to Hawkeye Downs Speedway for the first time in four years Friday, competing in a 45-lap feature as part of the weekly race show. Gates open at 6 p.m. with hot laps at 6:35 [...]
Indee Motor Speedway honors service members
INDEPENDENCE – Independence Motor Speedway plans to honor American military personnel on Armed Forces Day. Current military members and veterans will receive free grandstand admission to the track’s weekly race program Saturday by showing their service identification card. The track will also hold a ceremony during the evening’s race, saluting those in the service and encourage active [...]
Full throttle for former Iowa wrestler Ironside
CEDAR RAPIDS – Mark Ironside owns a reputation of having an unrelenting motor. The continuous attack and motion he displayed on a wrestling mat resulted in success, including two state titles at Cedar Rapids Jefferson and two NCAA titles with four All-American finishes for the University of Iowa. Ironside will get the chance to show off [...]
Hawkeye Downs Speedway opener postponed
CEDAR RAPIDS – The brakes have been applied to the start of the auto racing season at Hawkeye Downs Speedway. The local asphalt track announced Thursday that it was postponing the season-opening night due to Friday’s less-than-favorable weather forecast. Hawkeye Downs will begin its weekly points races Friday, May 10 with Innovative Signs Night, starting with hot [...]
Meet the Hawkeye Downs drivers: Cory Houdek
MEET THE DRIVERS AT HAWKEYE DOWNS Name: Cory Houdek Age: 29 Hometown: Cedar Rapids Racing class: Sporstman Car number: 19 Favorite local driver: Max Corporon Favorite racing movie: Days Of Thunder Best season finish at Hawkeye Downs: 2009 IMCA Stock Car Champion, 2011 Sportsman Champion Most memorable racing moment: Last lap pass for the win [...]
