QU men’s basketball team looks to gain experience, show determination in exhibition against Iowa

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | October 30, 2023
Quincy University men's basketball coach Steve Hawkins, left, and senior guard Zion Richardson discuss a play during a practice leading up to Monday's exhibition game at the University of Iowa. | Matt Schuckman photo

QUINCY — Zion Richardson sees two significant benefits to the Quincy University men’s basketball team playing an exhibition game at the University of Iowa. “Experience and reps,” the senior guard said.  The Hawks need both. QU officially opens its season Nov. 10 against Cedarville in the GLVC-GMAC Challenge in Kirksville, Mo., but with a roster…

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Johnson saves best for last, earns NCAA Division I All-American honors in process

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | June 13, 2022
Iowa sophomore Jordan Johnson, a two-time state champion at Quincy High School, unleashes a throw Friday at the NCAA Division I outdoor track and field championships in Eugene, Ore. Photo courtesy Stephen Mally, University of Iowa

QUINCY — University of Minnesota thrower Kaleb Siekmeier’s reaction to Jordan Johnson’s throw made the Quincy native do a double take. Following his final throw in the discus at the NCAA Division I outdoor track and field championships last Friday in Eugene, Ore., Johnson watched the scoreboard for his distance and was admittedly slightly disappointed…

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