Pella Christian quarterback Kyle Nikkel played a big part in his team taking home the district title last fall. And if he wants to repeat the feat this year, a week eight win over Mount Ayr would be crucial. ...owa Preps caught up with Nikkel and talked to him about his opponent, the season, and more]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:30:00 GMT Although they never get the attention that they deserve, the football coaches from Drake University have been working hard to bring in a fantastic group of athletes in the Class of 2010. ...owa Preps takes a look at some of the top in-state names who could end up being Bulldogs when everything is said and done]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:30:00 GMT Waukee athlete Jonny Getting has stepped up his skills on the football field this fall. And as a junior, this standout is playing his part in helping the Warriors have a solid year overall. ...owa Preps caught up with Getting and talked to him about that, Marshalltown, and more]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:45:00 GMT The regular season is wrapping on the football field this fall and the top players continue to establish themselves all over the State. Because of these excellent performances, ...owa Preps has updated our top 100 players in the Class of 2010. Find out who we have rated 31-40 now! Each athlete included has a detailed profile about their accomplishments and abilities. ]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:15:00 GMT The 2009-2010 continues to get closer and closer. With school now in session, basketball players throughout the State are focused on helping their team make a run to the Des Moines. ...owa Preps has started our preseason coverage and takes a look at Denver in this team preview now]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:15:00 GMT Pleasant Valley athlete DJ Steffen and his teammates have been one of the biggest surprises thus far in the MAC Conference. This senior has been a huge part of the success as they hope to find a way to continue that high level of play in the postseason. ...owa Preps brings video footage of Steffen in action now]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT So what exactly is the quote board? ...t is direct quotes from fourteen different athletes talking about their week seven opponents. These are about games that include Central Elkader vs. Wapsie Valley, South Winneshiek vs. Aplington-Parkersburg, Ankeny vs. Johnston, and many more! Find out who said what now]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMT With the postseason getting closer and closer by the day, ...owa Preps has decided to take a very in-depth look at the Class 2A field. This article is to determine who we feel are the legitimate contenders for the Class 2A title. Which teams do we feel have a serious chance of hoisting the big trophy next month? Find out now]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT Ankeny running back Tyler Leo has continued his impressive play at the varsity level this season. And so far, so good as the Hawks have raced to an impressive 6-1 start as the postseason nears. ...owa Preps caught up with Leo and talked to him about that, Johnston, recruiting, and more]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:30:00 GMT Things are looking more and more exciting when peaking ahead towards the 2009-2010 basketball season. ...owa Preps has already started our full court press of all angles for the upcoming year. ...n this preview, we take an inside look at the Lakes Conference. This includes thoughts on each team, a preseason MVP, predicted standings, and much more]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:30:00 GMT A year ago, Sioux Center lineman Jason Pomerenke and his teammates were struggling to win ball games on the football field. But in 2009, this senior has helped turn things around with a playoff berth very possible. ...owa Preps caught up with Pomerenke and talked to him about that, recruiting visits, and more]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:30:00 GMT Before the regular season ends, ...owa Preps thought it would end the debate that many 4A fans have been wondering about. What is the best large school football conference in the State? Find out now as ...owa Preps breaks down each conference and ranks them by overall strength of teams now]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:30:00 GMT Bondurant-Farrar athlete Chris Norton and his teammates suffered their first district loss of the year against West Marshall. But this senior knows that their team must respond quickly with another tough game ahead. ...owa Preps caught up with Norton and talked to him about that, basketball recruiting, and more]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:45:00 GMT The regular season is wrapping on the football field this fall and the top players continue to establish themselves all over the State. Because of these excellent performances, ...owa Preps has updated our top 100 players in the Class of 2010. Find out who we have rated 41-50 now! Each athlete included has a detailed profile about their accomplishments and abilities. ]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:15:00 GMT The 2009-2010 continues to get closer and closer. With school now in session, basketball players throughout the State are focused on helping their team make a run to the Des Moines. ...owa Preps has started our preseason coverage and takes a look at South Hamilton in this team preview now]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:15:00 GMT Ankeny athlete Bryce Manning has been doing everything he can to help his team win this fall. And with how the Hawks are doing thus far, he has been succeeding at that job. ...owa Preps brings video footage of Manning on the football field now]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT ...owa Preps has scoured the State and got input from readers as well to put together our top performers list from week seven of the 2009 football season. Athletes in all classes were included and only the best of the best made the cut. Find out who is included now]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMT With the postseason getting closer and closer by the day, ...owa Preps has decided to take a very in-depth look at the Class 4A field. This article is to determine who we feel are the legitimate contenders for the Class 4A title. Which teams do we feel have a serious chance of hoisting the big trophy next month? Find out no]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT Heading into the season, Clinton athlete David Johnson believed that his team had the players to reload and challenge for a MAC title. And so far, so good as this senior has helped the River Kings to an undefeated start thus far. ...owa Preps caught up with Johnson and talked to him about that and much more]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:30:00 GMT A number of sophomore football players across the State have spent the 2009 season improving their overall stock. Because of this, ...owa Preps names ten athletes who we feel are among the top stock risers in the Class of 2012. Barkley Hill of Cedar Falls is among the list but who are the other nine]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:30:00 GMT