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Tyson vs. Paul: Community weighs in on boxing’s generational showdown [video]

Carter Hull, Staff Reporter
Nov 15, 2024

Boxing legend Mike Tyson, 57, is stepping back into the ring to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, 27, in a highly anticipated exhibition match on Nov. 15. The bout, set to stream live on Netflix at 7 p.m., will follow a modified rule set with eight two-minute rounds and fighters wearing 14 oz gloves,...

IHSA 7A Football Playoffs Quarterfinals: Ironmen head coach on facing the Mt. Carmel Caravan [video]

Mr. Jason Drengwitz sat down with the Inkspot and previewed Nov. 16’s contest against 15-time State champions the Mt. Carmel Caravan

Inkspot Staff
Nov 13, 2024

Mr. Jason Drengwitz sat down with the Inkspot and previewed Nov. 16’s road contest against 15-time State champions, the Mt. Carmel Caravan

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The Ironmen’s IHSA Class 7A Round 2 offensive leaders by the numbers [video]

Inkspot Staff
Nov 11, 2024

The Ironmen advanced to the 2024 IHSA 7A quarterfinals is a 52-49 shootout victory over the Prospect Knights of Mt. Prospect. Take a look at Community's offensive leaders from 11/8.

IHSA 7A Football Playoffs Round 2: Ironmen football’s head coach on the Propsect Knights [video]

Mr. Jason Drengwitz sat down with the Inkspot and previewed Nov. 8's contest against Mt. Prospect's Prospect Knights (8-2)

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Nov 7, 2024

Mr. Jason Drengwitz sat down with the Inkspot previewing the Ironmen's playoff matchup against the West Chicago Wildcats and recapping Community's Week Nine Big 12 Title-clinching win against the Peoria Lions

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Ironmen football’s head coach previews Round 1 of the IHSA 7A Football Playoffs [video]

Mr. Jason Drengwitz on the West Chicago Wildcats matchup

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Nov 1, 2024

Mr. Jason Drengwitz sat down with the Inkspot previewing the Ironmen's playoff matchup against the West Chicago Wildcats and recapping Community's Week Nine Big 12 Title-clinching win against the Peoria Lions

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On the Spot: This or That – Halloween [video]

Bailey Kozlen, Staff Reporter
Oct 29, 2024

Bailey Kozlen hit the halls of Community to find out students' Halloween favorites in the Inkspot's lastest 'This or That' video.

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Coach Drengwitz talks Week 9 vs. the 7-1 Peoria High Lions, the chance to win outright Big 12 title [video]

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Oct 25, 2024

Mr. Jason Drengwitz sat down with the Inkspot's Zachary Knox-Doyle and Mr. Joel Swanson, reflecting on Week 8's win over the Champaign Centennial Chargers and previewing Week 9's contest against the Peoria High Lions

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The Up-Beat – S.2, Ep. 1 – Orchards; Tyler, the Creator; Mr. Bovenkerk cries and the Impact Project

Bella Green, Kirsten Santana and Carter Hull
Oct 24, 2024

Welcome to “The Up-Beat,” where a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what’s been making them smile this week. Bella Green, Kirsten Santana and Carter Hull share what is making them happy in the season two premiere.

On the Spot: This or That – Fall favorites [video]

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Oct 18, 2024

With autumn vibes in the air, Zachary Knox-Doyle hit the halls of Community to find out students' fall favorites. Check out the Inkspot's 'This or That' video as students share their seasonal favorites—whether it's cozy sweaters or crisp walks, pumpkin spice or apple cider—see which side of fall they're on.

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Coach Drengwitz talks clinching the playoffs, the Ironmen’s legacy, previews Week 8 [video]

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Oct 18, 2024

With the Ironmen's 71-12 victory over the Danville Vikings in Week 7 of the 2024 season the team clinched a 28th straight playoff birth and notched program win 699. The Inkspot caught up the head coach of Community's football program to recap the win and preview Week 8's contest against the Champaign Centennial Chargers.

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Ironmen clinch playoff berth with win over Danville

Week 7 victory over the Vikings: By the numbers

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Oct 16, 2024

Pajama night was a fitting theme for the Dick Tharp Field student section on Friday, with the Ironmen putting the game against the Danville Vikings to bed early with a decisive 71-12 victory. With the win, the Iron improved to 6-1 and clinched a spot in the 7A IHSA playoffs This year's playoff...

Volleyball builds team spirit with pumpkin painting competition [photo gallery]

Bryce Hickman, Senior Staff Reporter
Oct 15, 2024

Iron volleyball took a break from practice on Oct. 17 to focus on team bonding, holding a pumpkin painting competition in the senior cafeteria. The 16-player roster's competitive spirit was on display as the athletes spent nearly two hours perfecting their creations. That was time well spent,...

41st annual Sugar Creek Arts Festival attracts artists from around the midwest [photo gallery]

Bailey Kozlen, Staff Reporter
Oct 14, 2024

The 41st annual Sugar Creek Arts Festival, hosted by the McLean County Arts Center, brought artists from around the Midwest to Uptown Normal the weekend of Oct. 5-6. The annual event is just one way the Arts Center promotes its mission: to “encourage and promote” art appreciation. 2024’s...

Breaking down the Ironmen’s Week 7 showdown vs. Danville Vikings

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Oct 11, 2024

Ahead of the Ironmen’s Week 7 clash against the Danville Vikings, the Inkspot looks at how the teams stack up by the numbers. From season stats to the teams’ past 10 meetings, this breakdown gives you the full stastical story ahead of Friday night’s meeting. See what Ironmen head coach Mr. Jason...

Ironmen dominate Big 12 Battle vs. Bloomington

Week 6 win over Raiders: By the numbers

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Sports Editor
Oct 11, 2024

The Ironmen stormed their way atop the Big 12 Conference standings with a commanding Week 6 win over the Bloomington Raiders 44-14 on Oct. 4. With the win, Community improved to 5-1 on the season and 5-0 in league play, while the Raiders stand at 5-1 on the season and 4-1 in the Big 12. Dive into a...