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Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012
Jared Deines shoots 174 at State Golf Tournament Junior Jared Deines qualified for the Class 4A state golf tournament in Polk City by scoring a 75 at Districts on Oct. 1 at Elmcrest Country Club; however, he did not place at the State tournament last weekend. In the chilly weather at the state tournament in Polk City, he shot an 84 in his first round and a 90 in his second round for a total of 174. The medalist at State was sophomore Matthew Walker from Ottumwa who shot a 141. To stay in the individual playoff hunt after Districts, he kept his practice the same, just focussing more on a few key things preparing for State. “I went out to the golf course every day after school and worked on both the putting and driving range. This wasn’t anything different. The only thing was that I didn’t have the team with me to practice with.” With scores changing con-
State were to put two scores in stantly and not knowing exactly what a good qualifying score the 70s on the board; however, would be, I didn’t know Deines what to exstayed pect from the course posit i v e a n d a n d have not played in played that kind h i s of weathbest, hoper for a i n g while.” State golfer Jared A l that he though could the condig e t tions were a low tough and score the stakes were high, Deines during the qualifying round. had the mentality to get back “In Districts you don’t know what score is going to qualify up and keep moving forward. you for State, so I was out there “When I got into a bind out on the course, I just tried to stay trying to put a low number on positive. I tried to keep a smile the board and hoping for the on my face at all times.” best.” Participating in State is a Deines said he knew what great opportunity for Deines he wanted to achieve going into State. “My goals going into because he is able to see some
“I was out there trying to put a low number on the board and hoping for the best.”
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of the best golfers in Class 4A and see how they play, but also Deines said he was able to compare himself to them and possibly change or add things that might work for him. Although not pleased with his performance, Deines knows that there will be next year to qualify. Dedicating his practice time to keep improving for another shot next year to be able to qualify for State. Deines said senior captain Alec Braun has also made a significant impact on him and the team’s performance throughout the season. “I was very disappointed in my performance this year. It was very hard to stay positive and all throughout it was a struggle. However there’s always next year.” By Staff Writer Maddie
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Hayden Shea Football
The Tiger football team has picked up 1,538 yards on the ground this season. Senior offensive guard Hayden Shea has played a pivotal role in the ground game. Who do you give credit to for the success this year? The coaching does a great job week-in and week-out putting together a game plan that works. [Offensive line coach] Ken Kolthoff knows when to call the right plays. How has it been adjusting to a new center? It’s not that different then last year. This year I’m making the pass protection calls which is new for me. I had to learn them because I was a candidate for the center spot. What is your quest? For the Holy Grail.
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Football (7-0)
Beat Dbq. Wahlert 35-0 Next up: Cedar Rapids Xavier on Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. home
Volleyball (22-8)
Anna Love photos
Beat Dbq. Wahlert 3-1 Next up: CR Washington on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. away
Women’s CC
Next up: Divisional on Oct. 11 at 3:30 p.m. at Dbq. Soccer Complex
Men’s CC
Next up: Divisional on Oct. 11 at 3:30 p.m. at Dbq. Soccer Complex
Tigers defeat Dubuque Wahlert 35-0 en route to Homecoming victory Quarterback Brayden Longnecker scans the field before finding Ike Boettger for a touchdown (top right). With the help of his offensive line, Longnecker finds his way into the endzone for another touchdown (bottom right). Boettger fights off a band of tacklers (top).
Women’s Swimming
Next up: MVC Diving Championships on Oct. 11 at 5 p.m. at Cedar Rapids Washington