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Sports
Mix of new, repeat winners highlight action at Benton County Speedway
A pair of first-time winners were joined by four return visitors to victory lane Sunday night at Benton County Speedway. Nearly 130 cars signed in to compete on a full night of racing at The Bullring. Ethan Braaksma earned his first Vinton win in the Friesen Performance IMCA Modified main. From a fourth row start, Braaksma ran the high side into the lead at around midway of the Wright Way Trailers 20-lapper.
Vinton-Shellsburg High School Welcomes Nate Hansen as Head Boys Wrestling Coach
Vinton-Shellsburg High School is thrilled to announce the appointment of Nate Hansen as the new head boys wrestling coach. Coach Hansen brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success at both the collegiate and international levels, promising an exciting new era for the Vikings wrestling program.Coach Hansen has already made inroads with the local wrestling community through his volunteer work with the Viking Youth Wrestling program.
Racing resumes this Sunday at Benton County Speedway
After a week off for the Benton County Fair, the IMCA Weekly Racing program will be back in action this Sunday, June 30 at Benton County Speedway. Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds presented by Wright Way Trailers, IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars presented by Christie Door Company, Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMods, IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stocks presented by iHeart Radio, Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts and INEX Legends presented by Legends.
Vinton-Shellsburg High School Welcomes Patrick Horst as New Cross Country Coach
Vinton-Shellsburg High School is excited to announce the appointment of Patrick Horst as the new head coach for the cross-country team. Patrick Horst, a proud Vinton-Shellsburg graduate, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the position, having participated on state-qualifying cross-country teams during his time as a student.In addition to his coaching role, Patrick Horst is the owner and operator of Horst Physical Therapy in Vinton, where he has built a reputation for excellence in physical health and sports training. Vinton-Shellsburg High School Welcomes AJ Wygle as New Boys Basketball Coach
Vinton-Shellsburg High School is thrilled to announce the appointment of AJ Wygle as the new head coach for the boys' basketball team. Coach Wygle, a lifelong resident of Vinton, brings a deep passion for the game and a strong commitment to the community he calls home."I have lived here almost my entire life and have been a part of the Vinton Basketball program since I was in 7th grade," said Coach Wygle.
Motorsports fun for everyone at this week’s Benton County Fair
The 2024 Benton County Fair is ready to welcome the masses this week.If you’re a car or motorsports enthusiast, it’ll be well worth the trip to the Benton County Fairgrounds June 20-22. The second annual car show will kick things off Thursday, June 20, in Vinton. Held in front of the grandstand, individuals are invited to show off their cars, trucks, bikes or race cars for a small registration fee of $15.
Mallicoat motors to IMCA Modified checkers at Benton County Speedway
Izac Mallicoat’s first Friesen Performance IMCA Modified win came at the Clash on the Coast in Florida back in March. His second came a little closer to home. The second-year Modified driver started 10th, but quickly found his way into contention and eventually victory lane Sunday night at Benton County Speedway. Luke Bird raced into the early lead of the Wright Way Trailers 20-lapper.
Speedway Illustrated, Croell Inc. Night this Sunday at Benton County Speedway
There will be a little of something for everyone this Sunday, June 16 at Benton County Speedway during Speedway Illustrated, Croell Inc. Night at The Bullring. Speedway Illustrated publisher Karl Fredrickson will be on-hand to gather photos and information for an upcoming article and will also be handling flagman duties for the evening’s program.
1st Annual Cooper DeJean Youth Football Camp, June 30th
Cooper DeJean, Former Iowa Hawkeye and Philadelphia Eagles Newest DB to host youth football camp @ Kinnick StadiumCalling all Hawkeye Youth! Get ready for the ultimate football experience at the 1st Annual Cooper DeJean Youth Football Camp, hosted at Kinnick(r) Stadium! This one-of-a-kind event offers boys and girls in grades 2nd-8th the exclusive opportunity to train alongside Iowa football sensation Copper DeJean at the iconic Kinnick(r) Stadium field on June 30th 2024 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Lil Racer Car Club activities at the Bullring
Many thanks to the 46 Lil Racers who registered at the Lil Racer Clubhouse this past Sunday night at the Benton County Speedway. Coloring pictures for the week were #98 of Jacob Snyder and the T23 of Tony Olson. * prizes were given away.Our, “Lil Racer of the Week," winner was Loralei Godkin of Cedar Rapids. She took home the BIG trophy and a coupon good for a FREE one topping small pizza from The Pizza Place of Center Point, sponsor of this event.
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