Football

Displaying 151 - 200 of 1349 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
151 Hop on the Tebow bandwagon
Northern Iowan 108:28, p.8
The year of Tim Tebow with the Denver Broncos revisited; photo.
152 Should field goals be eliminated from football?
Northern Iowan 108:28, p.9
The possibility of no field goals in football explored.
153 Suh won't learn at any cost
Northern Iowan 108:27, p.11
Ndamukong Suh of the Detroit Lions has been fined for rule breaking several times this year. It seems doubtful that he will learn his lesson; photo.
154 Society is captivated by the Kardashians
Northern Iowan 108:22, p.15
Kim Kardashian has dated several professional athletes prior to her "infamous 72 day marriage" to Kris Humphries; photo.
155 Are NFL teams starting to "suck for Luck?"
Northern Iowan 108:12, p.13
Andrew Luck is the outstanding quarterback for Stanford University. He is projected to be the top pick in the professional draft. Several NFL teams are winless at this point in the season. Could they be posturing to be able to draft Luck?; photo.
156 Bold NFL predictions
Northern Iowan 108:10, p.6
Author admits that most of his "bold predictions" will not come true; photo.
157 UNI's next major: Fantasy Football 401
Northern Iowan 108:8, p.11
The pros and cons of a class on Fantasy Football examined; photo.
158 Is it time for the Denver Broncos to start Tim Tebow?
Northern Iowan 108:7, p.9
Fan favorite, Tim Tebow, is part of a quarterback controversy in Denver. Kyle Orton, a native Iowan, is the veteran. Tebow has not proven himself, but has thrown for over six hundred yards and scored eleven touchdowns in limited action; photo.
159 NFL Preview
Northern Iowan 108:6, p.9
Writer shares his predictions for the outcome of the final standings in the National Football League; photo.
160 Baseball: America's pastime
Northern Iowan 108:6, p.9
With the arrival of fall and the National Football League season, people seem to have forgotten the American pastime. It is frustrating that no one seems to know the winner of the World Series, but can rattle off the Super Bowl winners; photo.
161 With some effort, any sport can be great
Northern Iowan 108:3, p.9
Forming an emotional connection with any sport can make you a fan.
162 Bob Nielson
Northern Iowa Today 94:3, p.29
Received Liberty Mutual's NCAA Division II 2010 Coach of the Year Award. He was also named Division II 2010 Coach of the Year by the American Football Coaches Association.
163 Boomshakalaka!
Northern Iowan 107:53, p.15
A look back at some of the best games in professional basketball, baseball, hockey, and football; photo.
164 Is baseball still America's pastime
Northern Iowan 107:47, p.9
Television viewer statistics make the point that the Super Bowl and NBA finals both drew more viewers than does the World Series. The use of steroids and performance enhancing drugs may have marred the sport; photo.
165 This is the season that never ends
Northern Iowan 107:46, p.6
Preseason and post season games seem to be grueling in all professional sports; photo.
166 Career opportunities
Northern Iowan 107:45, p.12
Major league relief pitcher or NFL kicker would be two fine jobs in life. Little chance of injury, short work hours, and a rather long career possible are all pluses for these jobs.
167 What is privacy?
Northern Iowan 107:39, p.10
Sports figures must realize that everything they do will be reported to the public. They really do not have a private life, especially if their actions cross the lines of law enforcement; photo.
168 We are family
Northern Iowan 107:36, p.13
Family members competing on the same team or different teams make for great sports stories. Family connections are present in all sports; photo.
169 Commercial costs
Northern Iowan 107:33, p.5
Commercials during the Super Bowl can cost up to six million dollars. They have become the reason many watch the game. You may not be able to be at the game in person, but you will be able to see the commercials in the comfort of your home.
170 Ryan's Rants
Northern Iowan 107:28, p.12
Football bowl awards chosen for biggest surprise win, biggest letdown, best individual performance, best team performance, top play, and bonehead of the year; photo.
171 UNI to recognize Iowa teachers and administrators during football game
Public Relations News Release 2010:139, p.1
Distinguished educators attending the game include Molly Boyle, Roger Wilcox, Helen Snell, Joel Pedersen, Terry Hurlburt, Diane Campbell, and Jere Vyverberg.
172 UNI prepares for IHSSA football playoff traffic
Public Relations News Release 2010:135, p.1
The university is completing final preparations to host 2010 Iowa High School Football Championships at the Dome. The annual event will kick into high-gear with the semi-final games starting Thursday, November 11.
173 The boys of fall truly are special
Northern Iowan 107:16, p.14
The Kenny Chesney song, "Boys of Fall", brings back memories of high school football games and the realization that experience will have to be relived in future generations; photo.
174 UNI to host Family Weekend
Public Relations News Release 2010:74, p.1
On October 2, various programs, academic colleges, and departments will host activities, open houses, and special tours for students and their families. The Family Feast Tailgate will be held at the plaza outside Maucker Union.
175 Ryan's Rants: Time for a pop quiz¿ and the crowd goes wild!
Northern Iowan 107:8, p.6
The public has made professional athletes bigger than life. People make it possible for athletes to make unbelievable salaries by purchasing clothing and tickets.
176 Ryan's Rants: Worst. Weekend. Ever.
Northern Iowan 107:7, p.11
Home town high school team loses and the UNI and UI lost created a terrible weekend for the author; photo.
177 Ryan's Rants: Officiating in pro sports has been questionable recently
Northern Iowan 107:6, p.7
Notes that umpires and football officials have made obvious errors recently; photo.
178 UNI Adapted Sports Camp to be held June 16-19
Public Relations News Release 2009:479, p.1
According to Jack Eherenman, co-director of the Adapted Sports Camp, the camp is the only opportunity in the state for youth using wheelchairs to partake in competitive sports training.
179 Nine Panthers head to NFL camps
Northern Iowan 106:54, p.9
Three former Panther football players sign free agent deals with professional teams. Six teammates invited to mini camps; photo.
180 Brad's Sports Blurb
Northern Iowan 106:35, p.8
New Orleans Saints win the Super Bowl over the Colts; photo.
181 UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp
Public Relations News Release 2009:260, p.1
An All-Sports Camp for children ages 6 - 12 will be held during spring break March 15 - 19. Children can participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodge ball and soccer.
182 lStudent Voices
Northern Iowan 106:32, p.6
Students answer the question: Who do you want to win the Super Bowl, the Colts or the Saints?
183 Brad's sports blurb; Warner deserves Hall of Fame
Northern Iowan 106:32, p.8
Reviews Kurt Warner's career in football; believes his credentials are strong enough for the Hall of Fame.
184 Brad's Sports Blurb
Northern Iowan 2008:28, p.11
National Football League playoff predictions; photo.
185 NCAA football vs. the NFL: which is superior?
Northern Iowan 106:24, p.6
College and professional football compared on atmosphere, stadiums, tradition, consistency, and level of play. Neither is perfect. The college game seems totally different from the professional game.
186 Brad's Sports Blurb
Northern Iowan 106:22, p.13
Bret Favre, at age forty, is leading the Minnesota Vikings to a 7-1 record; photo.
187 Brad's Sports Blurb
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.19
Michael Crabtree has agreed to a six year, thirty-two million dollar contract with the San Francisco 49ers. This ends a five month contract dispute; photo.
188 Brad's Sports Blurb Double Feature
Northern Iowan 106:7, p.10
Sportsmanship continues to slip away. Fights, emotional losses of control, and belittling opponents is seen as normal. Athletes do not seem to share the love of the game as in the past.
189 Brad's sports blurb
Northern Iowan 106:6, p.7
Aplington-Parkersburg coach Ed Thomas remembered following his murder. His motto was faith, family, and football.
190 Brad's Sports Blurb
Northern Iowan 106:5, p.19
Writer believes Michael Vick deserves a second chance to play professional football, but feels strongly that one misstep should result in a permanent ban; photo.
191 Super Bowl XLII: Panthers partake
Northern Iowa Today 93:1, p.21
Dedric Ward and Kurt Warner played in the 2009 Super Bowl; photo.
192 Super Bowl dominates professional post-season
Northern Iowan 105:40, p.16
The National Football League championship is the best championship game among professional sports; photo.
193 UNI SAAC to host junior panther day
Northern Iowan 105:39, p.9
Student Athlete Advisory Committee provides instruction on the basics in all sports during Junior Panther Day. The events are open to youth through the sixth grade; admission is free.
194 UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp
Public Relations News Release 2008:350, p.1
The camp will be offered during spring break. Children will have the change to participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, tai chi, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodgeball and soccer, and more.
195 Former NFL MVP embodies Christian values; Kurt Warner brings teachings with him on the field and in personal life
Northern Iowan 105:34, p.18
Profile of alumnus Kurt Warner; examples of his deep faith; photo.
196 Enjoy the game, not the frills
Northern Iowan 105:31, p.3
Concern about the lack of attention during the Super Bowl to the actual football game. The parties, halftime entertainment, and buzz about famous people in attendance seem to overshadow the reason for the day.
197 Mr. Irrelevant shines
Northern Iowan 105:27, p.17
Praise for NFL players Spencer Larsen and David Vobora.
198 Ryan Leaf continues to wilt in public eye
Northern Iowan 105:23, p.19
Former Washington State star quarterback failed at his attempts in the National Football League. Hired as quarterback coach at West Texas A & M, he resigned following a drug incident; photo.
199 Mediocrity plagues football at every level
Northern Iowan 105:19, p.24
All football leagues have teams that struggle to compete; photo.
200 If I Did IT: poor decisions cloud career
Northern Iowan 105:17, p.17
O. J. Simpson will be sentenced December 5 following his conviction on several charges relating to an incident in a hotel room in Las Vegas; photo.