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First Topgolf in Iowa to Open in Des Moines
Topgolf, a Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp., announced today that it will open its first venue in Iowa, Topgolf Des Moines, on September 6, its 101st global outdoor venue. Topgolf’s new golf club, The Sure Thing, within the West Des Moines city limits, employs roughly 300 employees and is designed to make golf less complicated for beginners or those whose game isn’t that great.
Introducing the Des Moines Register's 2024 All-Iowa high school softball teams
Another incredible Iowa high school softball season is in the books, and the ample talent this state has produced is undeniable once again. With that, here are the Des Moines Register's All-Iowa softball teams for the 2024 season. Included is an elite team — made up of nine players regardless of class...
Van Meter Bulldogs hunting for a four-peat
VAN METER, Iowa — They may have moved up to Class 2A last season, but Van Meter's dominance continued. The Bulldogs went undefeated and won their third consecutive state title. This season's quest for a four-peat won't be easy however, as the Bulldogs lost two of their top playmakers...
Former Iowa State standout Ernst Brun takes over as Roosevelt head football coach
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines Roosevelt has a new head football coach this year, but it's a face that has been around a while. Ernst Brun was a starting tight end at Iowa State a decade ago. The Georgia native stayed in central Iowa, training athletes and coaching gymnastics among other sports before ultimately landing at Roosevelt. This past offseason, he was promoted from offensive coordinator to head coach.
Scrimmage Tonight for Perry Football
Perry football will have their lone scrimmage tonight before the games count for real next week. The Bluejays travel to Carroll to take on the Tigers. The former Raccoon River Conference mates will both look to get into game shape for their season openers. Historically, when these two have met in games that matter Carroll has been victorious. Since the turn of the century Carroll has won eight straight. Perry is coming off a 2-7 year while Carroll was 3-6. The Bluejays open the regular season next week on Thursday, August 29 at Des Moines Hoover. Carroll is preparing for their game next week at Greene County on Friday, August 30. Tonight’s game will be played at Carroll Athletic Stadium. Kick off is set for 7P.
Perry Will Kickoff RVTV Event on Labor Day Prior to Cy-Hawk Game
The City of Perry is gearing up for an exciting event at the beginning of September revolving around football. Perry was picked as the first location to host the RVTV Tailgate Kickoff on Monday, September 2nd in anticipation for the in-state rivalry football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State University Cyclones. Perry Chamber Director Lynsi Pasutti reveals that a grand entrance will happen around 11am to generate excitement, but the bulk of activities are taking place in the afternoon from 3-8pm. She says regardless whether you’re cheering for the Cyclones or Hawkeyes, this will be a way to celebrate the community.
Centennial Football aiming for another trip to dome
ANKENY – The Centennial Jaguars made it all the way to the semifinals of the 5A postseason last year and are aiming for another trip to the dome this year. The Jags went just 5-4 in the regular season, earning the 13 seed in the playoffs. Centennial lost in the semifinals to rival Ankeny 10-7.
Heater From Van Meter: Iowa Time Machine August 23, 1936
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On August 23, 1936, Bob “The Heater from Van Meter” Feller recorded his first win as a Major League Baseball pitcher. A 1962 Baseball Hall of Fame inductee and 18-year MLB pitcher who led the American League in wins six times and won the 1948 World Series, Feller stands as one of the greatest Iowa athletes of all time.
ADM Football Begins with Scrimmage Tonight in Johnston
Football season is officially here as Adel-DeSoto-Minburn gets the 2024-25 year started with a scrimmage tonight on the road. The Tigers will be traveling to Johnston High School to face off against the Dragons in a non-conference scrimmage. The two teams battled last year in a scrimmage where Johnston defeated ADM, 27-14. The 2024 Tigers team will look a bit different as 23 players from last year’s team graduated. Along with the seniors, first year Head Coach Doug Winkowitsch is stepping in the helm to hopefully lead ADM back to the playoffs, and possibly a state title run.
‘This team has a lot of weapons’: Miller, Pratt to lead the way for No. 3 Jaguars
After reaching the Class 5A semifinals in each of the previous two seasons, the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team is setting its sights even higher in 2024. But Centennial coach Jessica Rinehart said it’s too early to even think about this year’s state tournament. “We’ve broken our season into...
Ankeny's Phongsavanh eyes gold in Paris as he prepares for second Paralympic Games
DES MOINES, Iowa — "Pressure makes diamonds. And it's time for me to shine," Justin Phongsavanh told KCCI. Last month, Phongsavanh did just that, competing against who he believes might be his toughest opponent. "If I can throw how I know I can throw, there's not a person in...
1975 – Dolan Wins State Fair Matinee
Des Moines, Iowa (August 24, 1975) – Roger Dolan, hounded steadily by Ed Sanger, won the International Motor Contest Association sanctioned late model stock car feature on Sunday afternoon. Dolan’s victory netted him $800. Dolan, of Lisbon, Iowa, took the lead on lap 9 of the 60-lap main...
Baseball Great Casey Blake: Iowa Time Machine August 23, 1973
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On August 23, 1973, baseball player Casey Blake was born in Des Moines. A four-sport standout at Indianola, Blake went on to a twelve-year major league career. At Indianola, Blake put together one of the greatest athletic careers in Iowa high school history. A standout...
ADM Recaps 2023-24 Athletic Year’s Biggest Accomplishments
The 2023-2024 athletic year for Adel-DeSoto-Minburn High School was filled with lots of accolades. The Tigers had seven teams that were state qualifiers including volleyball, boys & girls cross country, football, boys golf, softball, and Esports. Boys Track & Field, Softball, and Esports finished as team state runner-ups. Five teams were crowned as the Raccoon River Conference Champs (volleyball, boys basketball, boys golf, boys track & field, and girls track & field).
DCG Volleyball Travel to Johnston
The Dallas Center Grimes Mustangs volleyball team travel to Johnston today for the Dragon Invitation. As the last scrimmage before the regular season starts, the Mustangs have the opportunity to work out any last minute kinks or make some changes to the Mustang game plan. Dallas Center-Grimes will face off against: ADM, Boone, Indianola, Johnston, Newton, Norwalk, Urbandale, Waukee, Waukee Northwest and Winterset.
Ankeny to celebrate 20th anniversary of volleyball, girls’ basketball state titles
The 2004-05 school year was a memorable one for Ankeny High School’s athletic teams. The volleyball team won the first state title in school history. A few months later, the girls’ basketball squad captured a record fourth consecutive five-player crown. It’s hard to believe that was 20 years...
DCG Golf Falls to Norwalk
On Tuesday the Dallas Center-Grimes Mustang fall golf team hosted the Norwalk Warriors but were defeated by six strokes, 286-292. Freshman Chase Perrin would have the best score for the Mustangs, placing third at the meet with an 18 hole low score of 71 strokes followed by sophomore Jackson Zeller who placed 5th with a score of 74 strokes. Senior Noah Moberg and sophomore Avery Van Zelderen tied for 6th with a score of 74 strokes.
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