It's the long rivalry of towns 10 miles apart on Highway 1. The pandemic caused uncertainty and a natural disaster wreaked havoc. All rights reserved. 'I want to make an eternal impact. Riverdale /, Pella, Iowa / St. Rita /, Willowbrook, Ill. / Add nathan.ford@thegazette.comto your contacts. Waukon /, West Branch, Iowa / It felt good and it was good to see this for the kids because it has been a long time since they have had a chance to celebrate like this.. I have great respect for him. We thought we had the pieces in place where we could be pretty explosive. Add nathan.ford@thegazette.comto your contacts. View Comments. On 9/2, the Solon varsity football team lost their home non-conference game against Mt. Miller's son, Cam, has played quarterback for the Spartans for the past three seasons, compiling more than 6,700 yards and winning 32 games with his father. They showcased the ability to light up the scoreboard in the season opener. Kickers / Punters. They held a 20-14 lead after the first quarter, but only managed six points until the fourth. We'll treat every game like it's our last. Class 5A top-ranked Southeast Polk survived a thriller against No. / / Regina Catholic /, Iowa City, Iowa / Motorcycle school.. / Harrisburg Science & Technology /, Davenport, Iowa / Anadded bonus would be if they can be a part of the school's hope to recreate its success from 2010. Hazelwood Central /, Mooresville, Ind. Westfield /, Blackwood, N.J. / 2023 The Gazette | All Rights Reserved. / Gonzaga, Washington, D.C. /, Brampton, Ontario / Central Michigan University /, Damascs, Md. Montini Catholic /, Indianola, Iowa / Mason City /, Parkston, S.D. Assumption /, Crofton, Md. 17, 2023 11:08 am14d ago, Jeff Linder High School Track and Field 49m ago49m ago, Mike Hlas Iowa Basketball May. 1, 2023 9:42 am12h ago, Mike Hlas Iowa Basketball May. Waukee /, Ottosen, Iowa / I think a lot of guys have taken that underdog mentality.'. After finishing the 2020 season with a solid postseason performance, the team took a huge step in 2021 by not only reaching the UNI-Dome, but earning a spot in the Class 3A state championship game. Support our award-winning, independent journalism with a subscription today. Home / Sports / Iowa Prep Sports / High School Football. Naples /, York, Pa. / Home / Sports / Iowa Prep Sports / High School Football, Oct. 1, 2020 11:51 am, Updated: Oct. 1, 2020 1:18 pm. Last season was yet another reminder ofhow consistently dominant the Spartans are. Tasked with protecting and creating rushing lanes for McCarty and other members of thebackfield is the offensive line, a group that has gone through its share of transitionthis offseason. Iowa Western CC /, Kansas City, Mo. Nevada /, St. Petersburg, Fla. / East /, Worthington, Iowa / 'I actually had bought a place outside Mount Vernon on Highway 1. Pella /, Iowa City, Iowa / / 'I played for a lot of great coaches growing up and I can't say enough great things about Coach Thomas, the life lessons of hard work, pride and teamwork, making us better people.. SOLON, Iowa - Solon played host to Grinnell Friday night in a Class 3A District 5 matchup here at Spartan Stadium. Linn-Mar /, Osage, Iowa / It's going to be a little different. 2020 Football Roster - Northwest Missouri State Athletics Northwest Missouri State Athletics OFFICIAL HOME OF NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY BEARCAT ATHLETICS Main Navigation Menu Sport Navigation Menu 2020 Football Roster Go To Coaching Staff Print Roster Layout: Choose A Season: Sort By: 'It starts with defense,' Ryan said. 0:36. East / Kampman and Meester were reunited when Kampman signed with Jacksonville as a free agent in 2010 after playing his first eight pro seasons with the Green Bay Packers. This week, the Iowa City Press-Citizen launches the 16th episode of its new podcast, "Beyond the Scoreboard." Hosted by Raven Moore, the paper's high school and college sports reporter . Miller announced his resignation as football coach at Solon High School on Wednesday, signaling the end to a wildly successful 18-year run. 7th Grade Head Coach. Lincoln Way East /, Barrington, Ill. / Naperville Central /, Solon, Iowa / 319-335-9430. eddie-etsey@hawkeyesports.com. 'I'm kind of a control freak,' Miller said. A blocked punt recovered at Marions 2 led to a Ben Swails-to-Brody Clubb TD pass and the Clippers were ahead with less than three minutes remaining. Sycamore /, Muscatine, Iowa / The celebrated mentality for Solon has helped it accumulate a lot of success over the years. 28, 2023 9:18 am3d ago, John Steppe Iowa Football Apr. Head coach Kirk Ferentz announced Wednesday that two of his assistant coaches and one of his offensive linemen will not be returning to the Hawkeye football program for the 2021-22 season. Miller was the Solon football coach at the time, and like any coach when one of his players makes a verbal commitment, Miller laid the praise on thick. Blake Timmons led Solon with 284 yards in about a half of play. Gruver hit Hayden Felkey for three scores and Aidan Gruver hauled in two. Miller also won a state championship while playing quarterback for the Spartans. Assumption /, Janesville, Wis. / . Prospect /, West Des Moines, Iowa / 1, 2023 5:26 pm5h ago, Photos and Videos May. United Football Academy Luckily, the team feels that they have two players who can contribute at the position: junior Nash Kotar and senior Oaken Foster. 'We have to have a good defensive year, and I think we will.'. 'This isn't an August-to-November job any more. ', Coach: Lucas Stanton (1st year at Solon; 5th year, 10-26 overall), Last year: 12-1, Class 3A state runner-up, Top returners: OL/DL Nash Altman, OL/DL Zach Harp, LB/RB/WR Colton Hoffman, DB/QB Bo Janssen, OL/DL Erich Karstens, WR/CB Danny Knezevich, DB/RB Jackson Ryan, LB Carson Shive, RB/LB Lucas TePoel, Comments: (319) 368-8679; kj.pilcher@thegazette.com, Jeff Linder High School Track and Field 49m ago49m ago, K.J. The Spartans won't take anything for granted as they look to make the most of this inaugural season with Stanton. Morningside College /, Sugar Grove, Ill. / Clear Creek Amana forced a turnover on downs late in the game to seal the 36-35 win at Thomas Park. Terms Of Service, Support staffs aren't found for the selected season, Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair, ISAAC - Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, UI Football Autograph Policy and Procedures. It took a while to build the coach-player relationships. Mustangs Football. . Not any more. Hinsdale Central /, Duxbury, Mass. Aaron Kampman is in his ninth year as a Solon defensive coach. The group includes nine seniors, three juniors, six sophomores, and three redshirt . @dallesjacobus / Support our award-winning, independent journalism with a subscription today. Explore the benefits. Solon High School 319-624-3401 x1102 halestarck@solon.k12.ia.us Katie Anderson Kirkwood CCTC Solon High School 319-624-3401 x1116 kanderson@solon.k12.ia.us Laurie Arwine SIS Secretary Solon Intermediate School 319-624-3401 x1500 larwine@solon.k12.ia.us Melissa Ashton SIS Associate 319-624-3401 mashton@solon.k12.ia.us Lexi Bahl Third Grade Miller did the same thing when former Solon stars James Morris, Marshall Koehn and Jacob Coons all committed to Iowa. Academic Success "We just have to take thingsday by day and week by week," senior quarterback Blake Timmons said. Lovell, a former Linn-Mar assistant who was Marions head coach the last five seasons, returned to the Lions. 6 in The Gazette's Class 2A offseason poll, hosts No. Travis Fankhauser. Grid View List View. In his first official game back, Linn-Mar torched Muscatine, 63-14. 'I told a couple of our guys the first weekend of camp that we need to play every single practice like it was our last, because it really could be,' Hoffman said. Both teams are ranked, yes. 'I don't know if I feel the pressure,' said Stanton, who previously coached at North Cedar and Anamosa. @kicker_shu10 /, St. Louis, Mo. They are going to be really good.". ', Mount Vernon Coach Lance Pedersen said, 'Kevin's a competitor, on and off the field. 1, 2023 5:26 pm5h ago, Minor League Sports May. This past season, Miller led the Spartans to the state championship for the first time since winning four-straight in 2007-10, eventually falling to Western Dubuque 37-17. For me to come back here and get to celebrate in front of all the kids was great. Fostoria /, Seffner, Fla. / / Privacy Policy De La Salle holds longest streak; Independence also over 100 straight wins. South Hamilton /, Woodridge, Ill. / The coaching isn't something either will be giving up anytime soon. "People are underestimating because of their size, but they are really aggressive. Catholic /, Piscataway, N.J. / City /, Silver Springs, Md. Carson Miller moved inside, Jacob Timmons and Brett White have filled out the group. / Defense shined for Easton Valley, shutting out the fourth-ranked Dons in the second half after allowing just 14 points before the break. Full Bio. The Spartans return only seven starters and nine letterwinners for a transition season made more challenging by COVID-19 and the storm that rocked Eastern Iowa last week. Belmond-Klemme /, Tuscola, Ill. / (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette), Solon Coach Kevin Miller stands with his son Cam, then 9, and daughter McKenna, then 12, after the Spartans beat Sioux City Heelan for the 2010 Class 3A football championship. 11, 2020 3:48 pm, Updated: Mar. Dyersville Beckman /, Iowa City, Iowa / Solon Football's Tweets. North Point /, Leesburg, Fla. / 11, 2020 at 12:03 PM PDT Longtime Solon head football coach Kevin Miller has announced that he. 2023 The Gazette | All Rights Reserved. Washington, Iowa / Nearly half of first-round selections have come from California, Florida, Georgia and Texas since 2013. Brownsburg /, Carrollton, Texas / Iowa State /, Kingsley, Iowa / After a Michael Pipolo 1-yard run, Timmons connected with Sean Stahle for a 39-yard scoring strike. Solon Pre-Game Elite 8. You will begin to receive our weekly Prep Sports updates. Senior /, Hartley, Iowa / Go To Coaching Staff. Solon, Iowa / Solon / @TLinderbaum / @Tylerlinderbaum / Osage /, Whitefish Bay, Wis. / When I signed with Jacksonville, Jamie stocked our home there and had it ready to go for us.. Add nathan.ford@thegazette.comto your contacts. Schedule Years Dropdown. Said Meester: 'I wouldn't trade this for the world., Comments: (319) 368-8840; mike.hlas@thegazette.com, Caleb McCullough, Gazette-Lee Des Moines Bureau, Althea Cole Staff Columnists Apr. Stanton, 36, has big shoes to fill. West Lyon /, Chariton, Iowa / So why should this season be any different? His daughter, McKenna, is a student at Iowa State. Solon Spartans SOLON A Mount Vernon High School alum, Lucas Stanton is about to switch sides in the Highway 1 rivalry. Meester has six daughters. He was an assistant at Marietta, Ohio, for three seasons (2011-13), then defensive coordinator at Mount Vernon (2014), head coach at North Cedar (2015), defensive coordinator at Dubuque Wahlert (2016) and head coach at Anamosa (2017-19). Justin Greiner 1. . 'They're going to be a big part of our success. 2023 Football Roster. 'Kevin and his staff are top-notch as far as being mentors of young people,' Iowa City Regina Coach Marv Cook said. Raven Moore. / 1, 2023 9:31 am5h ago, Jeff Johnson Minor League Sports 4h ago4h ago, John Steppe Iowa Football Apr. His predecessor, Kevin Miller, posted a 190-32 record in 18 seasons and won four state championships. Turn on account notifications to keep up with all new content. East English Village Prep / @Keithdunc3 /, Mount Auburn, Iowa / 'They coach football the way it is supposed to be coached. 42-18 (W) Solon vs. West Delaware On 10/28, the Solon varsity football team won their home playoff game against West Delaware (Manchester, IA) by a score of 42-18. "We used to say we wanted to bring it back like it was 2010 when we won a state title in every sport. Their kids play with discipline. We don't know. Providence Catholic /, Minneapolis, Minn. / Central Catholic /, Metamora, Ill. / Solon's Kevin Miller steps down as head football coach, John's Big Ol' Fish: Monday, May 1st, 2023. Haddy, in his first season with the Clippers, had a much tighter game with Marion. . . 'I'm getting a good feel. South Dakota State /, Cleveland, Ohio / Along with the memories of their championship run, gone too are 24 seniors, which included starters like wide receiver Jake Quillin, linebacker Lucas Kampmanand linebacker Gage Marty. The Spartans returned a lot of talent, despite losing some key players to graduation. / But not at his standards. Stanton has led by example. On 10/7, the Solon varsity football team won their neutral conference game against Fairfield (IA) by a score of 45-25. Fork Union Military Academy /, Kansas City, Mo. 'It's an exciting opportunity,' Stanton said shortly after the announcement. Home / Sports / Iowa Prep Sports / High School Football, Aug. 19, 2020 1:00 pm, Updated: Aug. 19, 2020 3:10 pm. 'Our thing has been 'adapt and overcome' anything that comes at us,' Stanton said. The result was a product of the team-first attitude. Upload it Looks like no one made the cut this year We are waiting for the roster to be submitted. Millard North /, Warrensville Heights, Ohio / The Spartans will employ a different offense this season, trading in a potent pass game for a run-oriented attack with versatile runners and a strong, experienced offensive line. East English Village Prep /, Cedar Rapids, Iowa / Naperville North / This fits us a lot better.'. Central Catholic /, Marion, Iowa / SOLON The Solon football program enters a new era. Claim your team to manage the roster, schedule, scores, stats and more. "Foster was kind of a fill guy," Stanton said. Solon Football Schedule OVERALL 0-0 0.00 Win % CONFERENCE 0-0 1st 3A District 5 HOME0-0 AWAY0-0 NEUTRAL0-0 PF0 PA0 STREAK- Are you the coach? Solon, Iowa Solon 77: Daniel Gaffey: DL: 6-2: 285 lbs. Clinton /, Frankfort, Ill. / 30, 2023 9:23 pm13h ago. Warrenville South /, Logan, Iowa / While last season ended just short of a state championship, the Solon Spartans football team is not dwelling on the pastbut instead looking toward what it believes is an even morepromising future. Iowa Central CC /, Toledo, Ohio / 21 . 2023 www.press-citizen.com. Gonzaga College HS /, Beverly Hills, Mich. / Here they are coaching where they came from, basically, in small-town Iowa. Webster City /, Pella, Iowa / We lost three (NCAA Division) I players. @2live57 / / However, with the physicality of the position, it is always helpful to have as much depth there as possible. 8th Grade Head Coach. Park Center /, Madison, Wis. / Pleasant Valley /, Belle Plaine, Iowa / 17, 2023 11:08 am14d ago, Jeff Linder High School Track and Field May. coaching staff; Support Staff; Print. Rockhurst /, Newark, N.J. / "We had a special group last year, but we are trying not to dwell too much on what happened last year.". Cedar Rapids Kennedy / Adult . We're still the team that was the 3A runner-up. Mundelein /, Lakeland, Fla. / 'I'm ready to get started.'. . coaching staff; Support Staff; Print. 1, 2023 9:42 am5h ago, Jeff Linder Prep Baseball and Prep Softball May. North /, St. Petersburg, Fla. / Miller's legacy goes beyond the stuff in the trophy case. Full Bio. Quarterback Ben Swails connected with Harrison Rosenberg for their second TD of the game. Monona Grove /, Warren, Ohio / When we played together at Jacksonville I distinctly remember us talking about what we might do after football. Mid September - Mid October Divisions: K, 1st, and 2nd grade Dates: 2023 TBD . Kampman is the CEO of a leadership-development company called Align, which works with companies, organizations and individuals. Grid View List View. Blake really stepped up, throwing and running the ball, Stanton said. Sycamore / Lovejoy /, Weddington, N.C. / The most comprehensive coverage of Iowa Hawkeyes Football on the web with highlights, scores, game summaries, schedule and rosters. On 10/28, the Solon varsity football team won their home playoff game against West Delaware (Manchester, IA) by a score of 42-18. West Lyon /, Waukee, Iowa / They've been phenomenal.'. Cretin-Derham Hall /, Detroit, Mich. / Solon will compete in Class 2A for the first time since 2009, following a 12-1 season and 3A state runner-up finish. Meridian /, Avon Lake, Ohio / Defensively, the Spartans had to replace a strong linebacker unit.
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