DALLAS CLARK TO RETIRE FROM THE NFL

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Dallas Clark will officially retire from the NFL as an Indianapolis Colt, ending a tremendous career for the former Iowa Hawkeye tight end.  Clark's moments on the gridiron will always be remembered, especially by Hawkeye and Colt fans, but more importantly Dallas Clark is one of the classiest individuals you will ever meet.  He is the epitome of integrity, perseverance, hard work, and character.  Check out this article and commentary from Cedar Rapids Gazette sports writer Marc Morehouse, linked here, and the video link of his retirement speech:

SNOW VALLEY CAMP PICS

It was a great day at the LCHS gyms, as Snow Valley Shooting Camp made its way to northwest Iowa for a camp in Le Mars.  Over 50 campers received instruction on the finer points in shooting, gaining valuable tips and knowledge that will help them as shooters.  Check out a few pictures from the camp:

DMR: CULTURE OF COMPETITION IN YOUTH SPORTS IN IOWA

The Des Moines Register is examining youth sports in Iowa with articles about different aspects of youth sports in Iowa.  Check out this well-written piece about the culture of competition in our state's youth sports, linked here

NEW PRAGUE (MN) BASEBALL (AND MULTISPORT ATHLETES)

Kind of a cool article about the New Prague (MN) baseball team's turnaround this season, but pay special attention to the comments and insights about multisport athletes on page 2 of the article, near the end of the article...very interesting comments about playing multiple sports.  Check out the link here