Bettendorf opened the MAC conference schedule with a 60-47 win over 10th ranked Davenport Central on the Blue Devils' home court Friday (12/10). The Bulldogs used the strong inside rebounding and defense of Mike Vandello, Jeff Bitter and Andy Brooks to offset the big front line of Central. The first poll of the season ranked Bettendorf fourth in 4A. After an strong opening win over Cedar Rapids Washington, the Bulldogs beat Dubuque Wahlert Tuesday (12/7). Wahlert was ranked number one in 3A. The Bettendorf girls also defeated Central 35-32. For more photos, click "Read more" link below.
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by Sen. Janice Weiner, Democrat, Iowa City, District 45
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