Track And Field

Outlaws invade the Fair - Schatz wins second straight at 'The Fair' (09/11/08)
It seems Donny Schatz has taken a liking to the Clay County Fair Speedway. Although, at this point, racing fans would be hard pressed to find a 3/8-mile track Schatz doesn't like. The winner of last year's inaugural World of Outlaws race at the Clay County Fair Speedway made his second straight trip to victory lane Wednesay, overtaking pole sitter Kraig Kinser to win for the fifth time in 16 season races on 3/8-mile tracks...

World of Outlaws returns to fair (09/10/08)
Spencer, IA -- After the largest crowd in the history of the Clay County Fair Speedway took in all of the action of the inaugural Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series event at the track last season, the series will return to the 3/8-mile on Wednesday for a full night of racing...

Tigers ready to roll: Spencer volleyball team struts its stuff at Gatorade scrimmage (08/23/08)
With the 2008 season just days away, the Spencer volleyball and cross country teams were on display Friday night, putting on a preseason show for Tiger fans at the annual Gatorade scrimmage. After head coach Michele Dirkx introduced her squad -- a young team that features just three girls with varsity experience -- the varsity volleyball team performed a variety of drills followed by a scrimmage pitting the freshman and junior varsity teams against one another. ...

Weary legs build long term character (07/30/08)
What started out 10 years ago as a run to raise money for a recreation center called "The Centre" serving several small communities in northeast Iowa has transformed into something much bigger. Approximately 20 to 25 runners, support vehicle drivers and chaperones, ranging in age from 9 to 54 spent the night in East Leach Park in Spencer, after having completed day eight in their state of Iowa run. ...

Old Iron Company supports Relay for Life (07/18/08)
Members and officers of the Old Iron Company, from left, Kim Manwarren, Pam Polson, Leanne Schenk, Roger Steely, Bob North and Carol Steely celebrate their bronze-level sponsorship of the Clay County Relay for Life event, held June 21 - 22 at Dale Norton Field in Spencer. This year's theme was, "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." Over $50,000 was raised by participants in the event...

Celebrate and remember cancer survivors at the 5th annual Relay for Life (07/10/08)
When a doctor mentions "cancer" the world seems to come to an abrupt halt. Cancer, the second leading cause of death in this country, affects individuals at all ages and has no remorse. On July 12-13, the fifth annual Dickinson County Relay for Life will join cancer survivors with supporters and community members at the Okoboji High School Track. ...

VIVE supports Relay For Life (07/10/08)
Sharon Stadsvold and Jan Orr, with VIVE, a platinum sponsor, presented Dana Kaufman, Associate Community Relations for the American Cancer Society with a check for the Clay County Relay For Life event held at Dale Norton Field in Spencer, Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme was: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." Over $50,000 was raised by participants in the event...

Spencer Hospital supports Relay For Life (07/09/08)
Susan Zulk and Doug Doorn, representing Spencer Hospital, a bronze sponsor, presented Amy Simpson, Clay County Relay for Life chairperson, with a check for the Clay County Relay For Life event held at Dale Norton Field in Spencer, Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme was: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." Over $50,000 was raised by participants in the event...

Northwest Bone and Joint supports Relay For Life (07/08/08)
Dr. Philip Deffer and Dr. Jason Hough, with Northwest Iowa Bone and Joine, a platinum sponsor, presented Amy Simpson, Clay County Relay for Life chairperson, with a check for the Clay County Relay For Life event held at Dale Norton Field in Spencer, Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme was: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." Over $50,000 was raised by participants in the event...

Northwest Bank supports Relay For Life (07/07/08)
Julie Lange and Michelle Yeager, with Northwest Bank, a platinum sponsor, presented Dana Kaufman, Associate Community Relations for the American Cancer Society and Amy Simpson, Clay County Relay for Life chairperson, with a check for the Clay County Relay For Life event held at Dale Norton Field in Spencer, Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme was: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." Over $50,000 was raised by participants in the event...

Clay County relay rolls past $50,000 (06/24/08)

Northwest Bank Relay Riders generate $20,000 (06/23/08)
Northwest Bank Executive Vice President, Greg Post, and Spencer Market President, Dean Jacobsen raised over $20,000 by completing their pledged 150 mile bike ride from Estherville to Fort Dodge in 11 hours and 55 minutes. One flat tire, and a hot sun couldn't deter the Northwest Bank team from completing the commitment they made to Relay For Life. ...

Relay for Life goes Mardi Gras (06/20/08)
By Amy Quail Daily Reporter Staff When dealing with the topic of cancer, there's often little joy to be found, but this weekends Clay County Relay for Life celebration, featuring a festive Mardi Gras theme, will allow walkers a little fun in the sun...

Warner Funeral Home supports Relay For Life (06/06/08)
Brad Hawn, with Warner Funeral Home, a platinum sponsor, on behalf of himself and Joel Roos (not pictured) presented Dana Kaufman, Associate Community Relations for the American Cancer Society with a check for the upcoming Clay County Relay For Life event. This year, the Relay For Life will return to Dale Norton Field in Spencer, from 4 p.m. to 6 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme is: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back."...

Abben Cancer Center supports Relay For Life (06/05/08)
Kris Van Kleek, with Abben Cancer Center, a bronze sponsor, presented Dana Kaufman, Associate Community Relations for the American Cancer Society and Amy Simpson, Clay County Relay For Life chair with a check for the upcoming Clay County Relay For Life event. This year, the Relay For Life will return to Dale Norton Field in Spencer, from 4 p.m. to 6 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme is: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back."...

Tecton supports Relay For Life (06/04/08)
Kirby Nielsen, Jean Riedsel and Dean Garner with Tecton Industries, a bronze sponsor, present Dana Kaufman, Associate Community Relations for the American Cancer Society with a check for the upcoming Clay County Relay For Life event. This year, the Relay For Life will return to Dale Norton Field in Spencer, from 4 p.m. to 6 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme is: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back."...

Paws for the Cause (05/27/08)
Oneota Park in Spencer will be going to the dogs on Sunday, June 8. That afternoon, the Clay County Relay for Life "Out of the Blue" team is sponsoring a "Paws for the Cause" dog show. Open to participants and spectators of all ages, this first annual event is scheduled from 2 - 4 p.m., with registration to begin at 1:30 p.m...

2008 Relay for Life: 'Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back' (05/16/08)
The 11th annual Clay County Relay for Life event is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21 and take place on Dale Norton field at Spencer High School until 6 a.m. Sunday, June 22. This year's event, which carries the "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." theme, will also incorporate a Mardi Gras-related atmosphere...

Briefs 05-01 (05/01/08)
Master's Mile participants Spencer High School will be hosting a Master's Mile at the Spencer Relays tonight. The Master's Mile will take place at approximately 5:45 p.m., tonight following the 4x800 meter relay. It is open to all ages 18 and older, male and female. All competitors should report to the finish line by 5:30 p.m...

Briefs 4-29 (04/29/08)
Ladies Early Bird Golf sign up The Ladies Early Bird Golf League sign-up meeting will be at 9 a.m. today at Spencer Municipal Golf Course. n If unable to attend this meeting, call Bev Kimball at 262-6913 to reserve your team spot. New members and substitutes are needed. League play will begin at 8:30 a.m. May 13...