10 Lynx earn All-District honors
November 11, 2010
Congrats to the following Lynx players who recently earned All-District honors:

OFFENSE
1st Team - Caleb Crouthhamel, WR
1st Team - *Boone Myers, TE
1st Team - *Nick Erritt, OL
1st Team - *Keagan Parks, RB
HM Team - Justin Crouch, OL

DEFENSE
1st Team - *Alex Sego, DE
1st Team - Cody Mosbach, DL
1st Team - *Luke Shannon
1st Team - *Eric Tolle, OLB
1st Team - *Daniel Stoakes, DB
1st Team - *Jonny Davis, UTL.
HM Team - Josh Briese, DE
HM Team - Garrett Gourley, DB

Updates galore
November 3, 2010
Lots of season and statistical information as well as several previously hard-to-get team photos have been updated including the following years:  1912, 1913, 1935, 1953, 1965, 1968, 1987, 1988, 1992, 2009, and 2010.  As well, better photos will soon be uploaded from 1949-64.  Also, the "All-Time Series" module has been updated.  To date, of the 101 Lynx football teams that have existed, there are only 5 missing team photos:  1897, 1905, 1914, 1915, and 1920.

Team records
November 3, 2010
The last several months an attempt to compile team records using a variety of sources such as yearbooks, IAHSAA records, newspaper articles, and submitted coaching statistical books has taken place; these [currently compiled] records are now online.  Please note that as data and information from 101 Lynx season is still be sorted through, the current record listed may not be accurate.  If you are aware of an error, please contact the webmaster@webstercityfootball.com and with proper documentation (newspaper article, etc.) the listing will be updated.  Also, please note that this effort to compile these records has been difficult and without much assistance so if you can help, please do so.

Webster City loses 1st Round playoff game to Waverly-Shell Rock, 37-6, finishes 8-2
October 27, 2010
The #9-ranked Webster City Lynx bowed out to the #8-ranked Waverly-Shell Rock Go-Hawks, 37-6, in the 1st Round of the Playoffs; set aside the cold and high winds, the Lynx still had a difficult time consistently moving the ball on offense as well as slowing the Go-Hawk's formidable rushing attack and found themselves down 22-6 at halftime.  This game was unique in the fact that of the 96 playoff games occurring tonight, this was the only one that featured two ranked teams that were also 8-1.  Lynx Head Coach Bob Howard said of the game, "We have nothing to be ashamed of and sometimes you just have to give the other team credit:  Waverly-Shell Rock is a good team, their offensive linemen are quick and strong, and they run a good scheme.  I'm proud of the kids, especially the seniors, because they were picked to only win 2 or 3 games this season."  Webster City had their best season in 16 years by matching the 1994 squad's record of 8-2; as well, the 2010 Lynx had several notable highlights such as beating #5-ranked Ballard, 28-10, on the road while also being ranked #10 for several weeks before losing to Clear Lake.  However, after finishing the regular season 8-1, the Lynx were ranked in the final AP poll #9.  Congrats to the 2010 Lynx!

Lynx + Go-Hawks = Unique game
October 27, 2010
2010 playoff fact:  Of the 96 Iowa High School football playoff games being played tonight, only the match-up between the #9-ranked Webster City Lynx and the #8-ranked Waverly-Shell Rock Go-Hawks feature (A) Ranked and (B) 8-1 teams playing one another!  Of course, this is the result of the new IAHSAA playoff system and it's not going to change so what we can all hope for is one heckofa game tonight!

#9Lynx to face #8Go-Hawks of Waverly-Shell Rock in 1st Round of Playoffs
October 23, 2010
The Webster City Lynx (8-1) will face the Waverly-Shell Rock Go-Hawks (8-1) next Wednesday, October 27th, at 7:00 pm in Lynx Stadium in the 1st Round of the Class 3A Playoffs; the Lynx and Go-Hawks are no strangers to one another as they were district opponents from 2008-09.

Webster City routes Hampton-Dumont 54-14 to finish 8-1
October 22, 2010
The Webster City Lynx football squad completed the 2010 regular season with a 54-14 victory over Hampton-Dumont after leading 40-14 at halftime.  The '10 Lynx, who finished 6-1 in District play and 8-1 overall, is the first squad since 1994 to win eight (8) regular season games.  Against the Bulldogs, the Lynx's offense was virtually unstoppable as it scored on its first eight possessions and was led by RB Keagan Parks who scored a total of 6 touchdowns in the game--five of them rushing which tied a school record first established by Ray Andes in 1923 against Dows; Parks also tied a school record set in 1967 by Tim McKinney against Clarion when he returned a kickoff 88 yards for a touchdown.  Overall, Webster City played an excellent game despite the tenacity of the Bulldogs.  The Lynx freshmen completed an undefeated season, 9-0, which is the second one in the past three years.

Lynx football records now online
October 22, 2010
Webster City Lynx football records from 1896 to the present are now online under the "LYNX HISTORY" module.  These records have been compiled from a variety of sources (yearbooks, IAHSAA records, newspaper articles, etc.) and are believed to be about 95% accurate; however, they will be subject to change with proper confirmation so please send any inaccuracies to:  webmaster@webstercityfootball.com.  Thanks much to Mr. Harold Van Sickle for supplying newspaper articles that helped compile these records.

Lynx look to close out regular season in winning fashion with best regular season record since 1994
October 22, 2010
Despite securing a District Runner-up status and #2 seed in the upcoming Class 3A playoffs, Head Coach Bob Howard and the Lynx football squad seek their eight victory of the season against Hampton-Dumont.  The Lynx, 7-1 overall and 6-1 in District play, last won eight games during the regular season in 1994 and finished 8-2 after bowing out to Spencer in the 1st Round of the playoffs; the '96 squad also finished the season with 8 wins as they went 8-3 and advanced to the Quarterfinals before losing to Central Lyon.  Howard is currently 22-16 helming Webster City's program and of the 15 known head coaches in the history of the program, ranks 4th in total victories behind Dick Tighe, Harley Rollinger, and Robert Lamson--all whom coached 14 or more seasons for the Lynx.

Information for All-Time Stats, 1958-68 seasons updated
October 22, 2010
Thanks much to Mr. Harold Van Sickle of Woolstock for supplying complete newspaper articles as season data from 1958-68 has now been updated; this has led to an addition of several 1,000 yard rushers as well as other notable and historical Lynx statistics.

Single wing offense works just fine as Lynx improve to 7-1 with 42-13 victory over Algona
October 15, 2010
The Webster City Lynx football squad improved its record to 7-1 with a sound 42-13 victory over the Algona Bulldogs who dropped to 1-7 overall.  The Lynx, 5-1 in District play, clinched both their second District Runner-up status in three seasons and a #2 Seed in the upcoming playoffs with their victory (along with a Clear Lake win over Hampton-Dumont).  Against Algona, Webster City not only took a commanding 28-0 halftime lead, but RB Keagan Parks rushed for 144 yards before intermission to eclipse the coveted 1,000 mark.  Ironically enough, Parks not only is the 24th player in 102 Lynx football seasons to rush for more than 1,000 (or more) yards, but he currently ranks 21st on the list as he has, to date, amassed 1,053 yards which is just one shy of what RB Matt Mattson ran for in 1982.  The Lynx close out the regular season at home next week against Hampton-Dumont before hosting the 1st Round Playoff game on Wednesday, October 27th.  In related news, the 9th grade team--which also happens to run the single wing offense--remained undefeated as they notched their eighth win of the season with a 36-21 come-from-behind win against the Bulldogs' frosh squad.

Lots of stuff updated
October 13, 2010
A bunch of newly-discovered INA Honorable Mention All-State players have recently been uploaded as well as the 'STATS' section, mainly the season and career rushing.  Also, Various 'SEASON-BY-SEASON' pages such as 1962, 1968, and 1988 have been updated with new information.

Lions blank Lynx, 35-0
October 8, 2010
The #3-ranked Clear Lake Lions were all business as they soundly defeated Webster City, 35-0, to spoil the Lynx's 2010 Homecoming.  Leading 7-0 after the 1st quarter, the bulk of the Lions' scoring came in the 2nd quarter in which they found the end zone on three different occasions to take a 28-0 halftime lead.  Although the Lynx improved their play in the second half, they never struck paydirt and suffered their first shutout since a 33-0 loss to New Hampton in Week #1 of the 2006 season.  "This isn't the end of the season or the world," said Head Coach Bob Howard, "the kids knew that before the game:  win or lose, this was just one game.  Sure, it would have been great to have a chance to go 9-0, but 8-1 is still pretty special and that's what they are going to strive and work for. Simply put, Clear Lake played better than us tonight and that's over... now we are focused on our next opponent, Algona."  The Lynx 9th grade squad improved their record to 7-0 after a 46-26 victory over the Lions' freshmen squad.

Webster City improves to 6-0 with 46-19 win over Humboldt, next faces 6-0 Clear Lake
October 2, 2010
The Lynx football squad improved its season record to 6-0 after recording a 46-19 victory over the Humboldt Wildcats. The win, coupled with Clear Lake's 35-0 victory over Ballard, puts #10-ranked Webster City into a position to play for the District 3 Championship as they now face the #3-ranked and 6-0 Clear Lake Lions this coming Friday in one of the biggest games Webster City has hosted in decades. "The players on this team have worked hard to be where they're at now," said Lynx Head Coach Bob Howard, "but they know that they need to keep improving because Clear Lake is an excellent team." Howard, in his fourth year of helming the Lynx's program, has led the team to their best start since 1988 and Webster City remains only 1 of 8 unbeaten teams in Class 3A.

Lynx beat Cubs 42-8, move to 5-0
September 24, 2010
Both the Webster City freshmen and varsity football squads improved their records to 5-0 after beating their grade-respective opponents the Nevada Cubs.  While the 9th graders won 32-6, the varsity squad defeated the Cubs 42-8 after leading 21-0 at halftime.  Webster City next plays the Humboldt Wildcats (1-4) who most recently lost to #2-ranked Clear Lake (5-0).

Webster City cracks AP Poll with #10 ranking
September 20, 2010
For the first time in a long time, the Webster City Lynx football team is ranked in Class 3A and entered the AP Poll in the #10 spot.  Now, aside from the historical significance of this ranking, what does this really mean?  Well, Woody Allen said it best:  "I cannot abide by the judgment of other people, because if you accept it when they say you deserve an award, then you have to accept it when they say you don't."  'Nuff said... keep getting better boys!

Lynx outlast Toreadors, 32-22; improve to 4-0
September 17, 2010
For the first time since 1990, a Webster City football team has started the season 4-0 and did so tonight by notching a hard-fought 32-22 victory over Boone.  The Lynx found themselves down 7-0 after allowing the Toreadors to score on their first possession but then responded on their second drive to narrow the gap, 7-6, after a missed PAT.  Webster City then took a 13-6 lead after RB Keagan Parks ripped off an 81-yard touchdown run.  However, prior to halftime the Toreadors then hit paydirt to take a 14-13 lead before halftime.  The Lynx opened up the second half by receiving the ball and KR Sam Mossman returned the kick deep inside Boone's territory; on the next play Parks again scored as the Lynx retook a 19-14 lead (after a failed 2-point conversion).  In the 3rd quarter Boone scored again to assume a 22-19 advantage.  In the 4th quarter Webster City's aerial game too flight and two strikes from QB Jonny Davis to WRs Mossman and Caleb Crouthamel witnessed the Lynx take a 25-22 and 32-22 lead, respectively.  "We didn't play the best but we still won," said Head Coach Bob Howard, "and if this team wants to keep winning, then they need to keep improving."  Before the varsity contest, the 9th Grade Lynx team defeated Boone, 40-12, to run their record to 4-0.  Next week Webster City faces the Nevada Cubs.

Big offensive plays and tough defense sparks Lynx victory over #5Ballard
September 10, 2010
As the saying goes, "It's never an upset when the underdog believes they were going to win all along!" and this was best llustrated by Webster City's 28-10 victory over the Ballard Bombers to improve to 3-0.  The Bombers--who returned a wealth of players from last year's 9-2 squad--took an early 3-0 lead on the strength of their running game.  However, in the 2nd quarter, Lynx RB Keagan Parks scored on a 69-yard romp to give Webster City a 7-3 lead which they held onto until halftime thanks to their bend-but-don't-break defense.  Ballard then reclaimed the lead early in the 3rd quarter, 10-3, but Parks returned the ensuing kickoff 85 yards to put Webster City up 14-10.  Playing scrappy on both sides of ball, the Lynx then took a 21-10 lead after WR Sam Mossman hauled in 42-yard pass from QB Johnny Davis.  The Bombers then drove down the field but fumbled the ball in the end zone which the Lynx recovered.  Although Webster City was forced to punt the ball 4 plays later, the defense again stepped up as DB Daniel Stoakes intercepted the next Bomber pass and returned it 65-yards for the final touchdown to secure the 28-10 victory.  Prior to the varsity's victory over Ballard, the Lynx freshman squad won, 26-0, to also improve to 3-0.  Webster City next takes on Boone in Webster City. 

Webster City goes unbeaten in non-district play by hammering Iowa Falls-Alden, 35-14,
September 3, 2010
The Lynx of Webster City improved their record to 2-0 after a sound victory over the Iowa Falls-Alden Cadets, 35-14, in their first home game of the season.  The Lynx jumped out to a 21-0 halftime lead and increased it to 35-7 in the 4th quarter.  The Cadets' bid for a late-game comeback consisting of a long touchdown pass and the recovery of the ensuing kickoff waas thwarted twice by the Lynx inside their own Red Zone.  Webster City next travels to Ballard to take on the Bombers; the two teams last met last season in the Substate game in which Ballard won, 37-7.  The 9th grade freshman team also improved their record to 2-0 after a 44-7 beatdown of the freshmen Cadets.

Lynx beat Gilbert 27-7 in season opener
August 27, 2010
The Webster City Lynx football squad opened up the 2010 season with a 27-7 victory over the Gilbert Tigers in non-district action to improve to 1-0.  The Lynx led at halftime, 20-0, and scored another touchdown in the 4th quarter to take a 27-0 advantage before the Tigers scored with under 3 minutes left in the game.  As a point of fact, this was the first victory in a season opener since 2003.  Next week the Lynx take on the Iowa Falls-Alden Cadets in Webster City; IF-A were also 27-7 winners over the Hampton-Dumont Bulldogs.  In other Lynx football action, the Webster City 9th grade team defeated Gilbert, 44-0.

Lynx 2010 opener one week away; download season schedule for free
August 20, 2010
In less then one week the results of the 2010 season opener will be in the history books when they squad takes on the Gilbert Tigers.  A *free* custom-made 2010 Season Schedule is available for download as a PDF... simply navigate to your left under the "2010 SEASON" menu and click on the "SCHEDULE"... then 'RIGHT CLICK... SAVE AS" to save to your computer.

2010 camp and practice dates
July 30, 2010
With the 2010 Iowa High School prep football season just around the corner, the Webster City Lynx will soon be preparing for the their upcoming campaign.  The Annual Lynx Football Camp will be held next week from Monday, August 2nd through Thursday, August 5th at the High School from 6:00-8:00 pm.  All 9th-12th graders are welcomed and encouraged to attend this *FREE* camp.  Then, starting Monday, August 9th from 6-8:30 pm, practice starts and that schedule is set from August 9th through Friday, August 14th before another update will be given.

Lynx Nation mourns passing of Harley Rollinger
June 29, 2010
     Harley Rollinger will forever be remembered as one of the all-time great coaches to roam the sideline at Webster City High School.  Rollinger, who guided the Lynx football program to six undefeated seasons, a 129-22-5 record and 10 North Central Conference championships during his 18 years as head coach from 1949-66, died Saturday at the age of 87. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Gibson Funeral Home, Port Byron, Ill., with burial to be at the National Cemetery in Rock Island. Visitation will take place Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m.
     A native of LeMars, Rollinger came to Webster City in 1948 and served as an assistant coach under Robert Lamson for one year before taking over the Lynx program. Rollinger, who also served as Webster City's athletic director, coached 43 of his Lynx players to all-state honors and in 1961 he was named the Coach of the Year by the Des Moines Register.  Rollinger left Webster City in 1967 to take over the football program at Moline (Ill.) High School, and in his first season the Maroons posted an unbeaten 9-0 mark which is the last blemish-free season in the program's existence.  Moline went 43-9-2 in Rollinger's six seasons as head coach. He continued to work as the school's athletic director at Moline after he hung up his whistle.
     Rollinger's coaching legacy brought him numerous other awards, as well as the respect from his peers all across the state. He was inducted into the Iowa High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame in 1969, and in 2008 he was a part of the first class to earn enshrinement into the Webster City Athletics Hall of Fame.  Rollinger was just 19 years of age when he put both his college education and football career on hold to enlist in the aviation cadet program during World War II. He later flew 76 combat missions against the German forces and was awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart and the Air Medal with eight Oak Leaf Clusters for his combat efforts. Rollinger was discharged from the Air Force in 1945. He returned to Iowa State University where he was the captain of the football team in 1947.

Six Lynx land on All-District squad
December 2, 2009
Better late then never, but a total of six Lynx earned either 1st or 2nd Team All-District honors.  1st Team selections were:  Nick Erritt (OG), Ben Rasmussen (RB), Kit Paper (LB), and Dalton Keane (DB) while 2nd Team picks were:  James Hartley (OT), Bryan Johnson (TE), Clayton Nessa (DB), and Zach Lind (DB).  Offensively, Erritt was the only sophomore selected and along with Hartley, anchored an offense that rushed for 2,083 total yards and ranked third in District 2.  Rasmussen rushed for 962 yards which ranks him 19th all-time in Lynx history while Johnson hauled in 6 passes for 112 yards for an average of 18.7 yards per catch.  Defensively, Keane had 6 interceptions and along with five other players in Class 3A, was second only to two other players who had 7 total INTs.  Finally, both Paper, Nessa, and Lind led the defense with over 50 total tackles combined.  Congrats to all players for the accomplishments.

Ballard bombards Webster City in Substate game, 37-7
October 28, 2009
The Webster City Lynx finished the 2009 campaign with a 37-7 loss to the Ballard Bombers (9-1) in the Substate game.  The Lynx found themselves down 28-0 before Clayton Nessa scored a 40-yard touchdown run for a halftime score of 28-7.  In the 2nd half, the Bombers scored a touchdown and recorded a safety to finish the game with a 37-7 advantage.  The Lynx finished the season in 3rd place in District 2 with a record of 4-3 and a regular season record of 5-4.  Overall Webster City's record was 5-5 and this is the first back-to-back seasons the Lynx finished with a winning record since 1995 and 1996.  Congratulations to the entire Lynx squad.

Lions roar past Webster City, 40-6; Lynx next prepare for Class 3A Substate Round versus Ballard
October 16, 2009
Facing the #2-ranked team in Class 3A, Webster City (5-4, 4-3) virtually had to play their best game ever to have a chance against the Clear Lake Lions (9-0, 7-0) and unfortunately that didn't happen.  The Lynx found themselves in a hole early and at halftime were down 33-0.  The Lions increased their lead to 40-0 before Webster City blocked a punt and returned it for their lone score to finish the game with a final score of 40-6.  The Lynx, who finished in 3rd place in District 2, next face the Ballard Bombers (8-1) of District 7 at Ballard (8-1) on Wednesday, October 28th at 7:00 pm.

Lynx play flat against Cadets and pay the price
October 16, 2009
The Webster City Lynx lost their second game in row, 21-13, to the Iowa Falls-Alden Cadets to drop their overall record to 5-3 while having a District 2 record of 4-2.  The Lynx played mostly flat the entire game, however, at times looked like the team that rattled off five straight wins earlier in the season.  Down 21-13, Webster City had a chance to take the game into Overtime as they drove to the Cadets' 3-yard line with less than a minute in the game but turned the ball over on downs with :02 seconds left.  Next up for Webster City is Clear Lake who is 8-0 and the #2-ranked team in Class 3A.

Comets' 1st Half fury doom Lynx
October 10, 2009
On a cold 2009 Homecoming night, the Webster City Lynx (5-2, 4-1) lost 24-7 to the Charles City Comets (4-3, 4-1).  The Comets jumped out to a 18-0 halftime lead and in the 2nd half, Webster City closed the gap 7-18 with much-improved play; with 6 minutes remaining, the Lynx appeared to be making a comeback as they drove to the 5-yard line before throwing an interception that was returned 90+ yards to seal a 24-7 victory for the Comets.  The Lynx next take on the Iowa Falls-Alden Cadets in Iowa Falls next week.

Lynx stop overexcited Go-Hawks 35-0, improve to 5-1 overall
October 2, 2009
The Webster City Lynx football squad improved their District 2 record to 4-0 by knocking the hoopin' and hollerin' out of the Waverly-Shell Rock Go-Hawks, 35-0, on a dreary night at Lynx Stadium.  Webster City posted its first shutout since a 27-0 defeat of Humboldt in Week 7 of the 2001 campaign; incidentally, this is only the Lynx's sixth shutout since 1996.  The Lynx jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first six minutes of the game and led 21-0 at halftime.  In the 2nd half, the Lynx defense showcased their resolve by stopping the Go-Hawks twice on 4th and short.  Next week for Homecoming 2009 is the Charles City Comets.

Special plays help Lynx spoil Bulldogs' special night
September 25, 2009
Note to any potential Webster City opponents in 2010:  in the last two seasons, the Lynx have played six Homecoming games and their record in those games now stands at 6-0.  Moving on, the Lynx improved their overall record to 4-1 and are 3-0 in District 2 after a hard-fought victory over Hampton-Dumont, 20-6, on the Bulldogs' Homecoming.  Webster City jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the 1st half and one score was courtesy of a poor Bulldog punt snap inside their own 30-yard line that resulted in a Lynx score.  However, with just :03 seconds to go in the half, Hampton-Dumont punched it in from 1-yard out to close the gap, 14-6.  In the 2nd half, the Lynx had two long drives inside their opponent's Red Zone but were unable to up their lead.  Webster City's defense came up with several big stops--especially when they needed to--and halted the Bulldogs deep inside their own territory on four different occasions.  In the 4th quarter, the Lynx scored their final touchdown after another bad punt snap by Hampton-Dumont put them less then 30-yards from the goal line.  Next up for Webster City is Waverly-Shell Rock at home in Lynx Stadium.

Lynx hammer Algona Bulldogs, 35-6, spoil yet another Homecoming
September 18, 2009
Just four weeks into the season and Webster City got to play the part of Homecoming spoiler as the Lynx (3-1, 2-0) jumped out to a 14-0 lead against the Algona Bulldogs (1-3, 0-2) in the 1st quarter after running back Ben Rasmussen scored from 4-yards out and defensive back Dalton Keane returned an interception for a score.  However, the Bulldogs had an extended drive in the 2nd quarter to close the gap to 14-6 but just prior to the end of the period, Webster City marched over 60 yards in less then three minutes to take a 21-6 halftime advantage.  In the 2nd half, the Lynx--relying on the legs Rasmussen--churned out two more touchdowns while playing stifling defense which included a crucial 4th & 1 stop.  The Lynx, focused on making history now and not concerned about the past--are on the road again when they visit Hampton-Dumont next Friday, September 25.

New scoreboard for Lynx Stadium courtesy Sports Boosters
September 17, 2009
In case you haven't noticed, there is a new scoreboard in Lynx Stadium for both the football and soccer squads that use this venue!  This project was the result of the hard work of the Webster City Sports Boosters who worked with the Webster City School District to upgrade this part of the facility!  Thanks to all who helped and to check out pictures of the new scoreboard going up, go to the Sports Boosters' website:   www.webstercitysportsboosters.com

Webster City repels Indians, 34-20
September 12, 2009
The Webster City Lynx (1-0/1-1) had an impressive 34-20 victory over the Forest City Indians at Lynx Stadium.  Forest City, which featured a dangerous aerial attack, found themselves down 20-0 prior to halftime before scoring to make it a 20-7 ballgame.  However, to open up the 2nd half, the Lynx scored on their first possession to widen their lead, 27-7.  Although the Indians scored in the 4th quarter to make it a 27-14 contest, Webster City embarked on yet another long scoring drive to take a 34-14 lead and drove once more to their opponent's 1-yard line before turning the ball over; the Indians then scored in the waning minutes of the ballgame for a 34-20 final outcome.  The Lynx next take on the Algona Bulldogs (0-1/1-2) in Algona next week.

Lynx rally to beat Eagles, 14-13
September 4, 2009
Down 13-0 at halftime, the Webster City Lynx (1-1) rallied in the second half against the Eagle Grove Eagles (1-1) to notch their first victory of the 2009 season, 14-13.  The Lynx played excellent defense--except for two plays--as they virtually shut down the Eagles' option offense.  Although Webster City's offense had a difficult time moving the ball in the 1st half, they rebounded after halftime.  Next up for the Lynx are the Forest City Indians (2-0) which will be the first District 2 game of the season.

Union shoots down Lynx, 50-13
August 29, 2009
The Knights of Union-LaPorte City (1-0) defeated the Webster City Lynx (0-1) via a strong aerial attack along with a stifling defense.  The Lynx now must regroup to take on their oldest rival, Eagle Grove (1-0) who defeated Roland Story, 14-0.

It's coming...
August 17, 2009
Only 2 weeks until the first game against Union-LaPorte City! Download the 2009 SCHEDULE (navigate left under "2009 season).

Football camp this week!
August 5, 2009
Lynx Football Camp will be held this week from Wednesday, August 5 through Friday, August 7th at the High School from 6:30-8:00 pm.  All 9th-12th graders are welcomed and encouraged to attend this *FREE* camp.

Player discount for Iowa Eagles game in Webster City
July 26, 2009
The Iowa Eagles (5-3) Minor League Football team will be playing at the WCHS Track Football Field this Saturday, August 1st at 4:00 pm against the Cedar Valley Vikings (2-1); all area football players who wear their jersey to the game will get in for only $3.  While children 10 and under get in for free, tickets for students, seniors, and adults range from $5-7.  Come watch the WFL playoff-bound Eagles close out their 2009 regular season with a win over the Vikings!

Order your one-of-a-kind Lynx yard signs and hitch plug
June 24, 2009
The Webster City Athletic Boosters are now taking orders for some very cool and unique items:  two different versions of a Lynx yard sign as well as a truck hitch plug.  For more information, click HERE.

Ed Thomas, Aplington-Parkersburg
June 24, 2009
Webster City Football would like to extend the deepest of sympathies and condolences to both the family of Ed Thomas as well as to the Aplington-Parkersburg School District with the recent death of Ed Thomas, Head Football coach; Thomas was--and still is--an icon in Iowa High School football.

Lynx Power Lift-A-Thon fundraiser set, donations accepted
April 25, 2009
The 1st Annual Lynx Power Lift-A-Thon is set for Saturday, May 9, 2009 in the High School Gym at 7:00 pm.  All family, friends, and patrons of Lynx Football are welcome to attend the event which will showcase the hard work all Lynx Football players have put in the weight room since the end of last season.  If you would like to contribute to this fundraiser but did not receive a pledge sheet, you may send in all donations, made payable to "Webster City Football," to:

Bob Howard, AD
1001 Lynx Avenue
Webster City, IA 50595

1967 info, All-Time stats updated
April 11, 2009
Thanks to Tim McKinney '68, not only has the 1967 team photo listing now been updated, but also information for that season such as All-Conference players.  As well, All-Time stats for rushing and touchdowns have now been updated.

Thanks to our Feature Sponsors!
March 13, 2009
Once again thanks to our feature sponsors of First State Bank and Town & Country Insurance who recently renewed their patronage of this website! For any banking or insurance needs, check out the website of each business by simply clicking on their logos below.

Webster City Sports Boosters now have a website!
February 27, 2009
Call it a sister website, but the Webster City Sports Boosters just became part of the 21st century with their own website!  Check it out at:  www.webstercitysportsboosters.com

Congrats to Coach Howard
January 21, 2009
Congratulations to Lynx Head Coach Bob Howard who recently was named the 2008 "Iowa Football Coach of the Year" by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).  Howard led the Lynx to a 7-4 record this past season which included the first playoff appearance for Webster City in 12 years.  Again, congrats to Coach Howard.

Undefeated freshmen page uploaded
December 1, 2008
The 2008 Lynx 9th grade squad went 8-0 and such that, their team picture after their last win of the season has been uploaded along with scores from every game.  To check out their page, navigate to the left or click HERE.

2008 Souvenir Newsletter now available for *free* download
November 26, 2008
The 2008 Souvenir Newsletter is now available to download and summarizes the 2008 season... makes a great scrapbook item.  Navigate to the right or click HERE.

Players earn Iowa Newspaper Association All-State honors
November 24, 2008
Congrats Ryan Vande Zande and John Hill who were named to the Iowa Newspaper Association annual All-State football team. Vande Zande was named to the 2nd team as a punter while Hill earned 3rd Team honors as a running back; the duo are the first Lynx players to earn All-State honors since Nick Kastler '04 did so in 2003 as a linebacker.  To view the Daily Freeman Journal article, click HERE.

11 land on All-District squad
November 19, 2008
Congrats to the following Lynx players who recently earned All-District honors.  To view the entire District 2 All-District squad, click HERE.

OFFENSE
1st Team - Josh Evans, Tackle
1st Team - John Hill, Running Back
1st Team - Ryan Vande Zande, Punter
1st Team - Karl Peterson, Tight End

2nd Team - Stephan Cook, Center
2nd Team - Brent Nelson, Running Back
2nd Team - Kevin Kannuan, Running Back

DEFENSE
1st Team - Ross Haren, Linebacker
1st Team - Nate Treibel, Utility

2nd Team - Bret Hilpipre, Linebacker
2nd Team - Alex Davis, Back

Posters available for free
November 7, 2008
Two different season-end posters that measure 11x17 inches when printed are available free via a download.  As well, instructions on how to print the posters are provided (SEE BELOW or "DOWNLOADS").  A special poster with all the seniors and their 1st Round Playoff trophy will be available in the near future.

Webster City falls to Carroll, 41-26, in 1st Round game
November 4, 2008
It was a perfect night for a Iowa high school playoff game when the Webster City Lynx (7-4) took the field against the #8-ranked Carroll Tigers... [READ MORE HERE]

Video from 2008 posted along with photos from Carroll
November 4, 2008
A couple of videos from the Iowa Falls game have now been uploaded to the "VIDEO" section and pictures from the Class 3A 1str Round Playoff game have now been uploaded.  Enjoy!

Webster City battles Carroll to the end but come up short, 41-26
November 4, 2008
The Webster City Lynx (7-4) were defeated by the Carroll Tigers (11-0) in a hard-fought Class 3A 1st Round game that was literally a tale of two halfs.  In the 1st quarter, the Tigers jumped out to an early 21-0 lead before the Lynx begin battling back and by halftime the score was 35-20.  In the 2nd half the Lynx continued to fight and eventually narrowed the score, 35-26, but failed to score on two other opportunities inside the Tiger's Red Zone; with less than a minute in the game, Carroll scored their final touchdown after the Lynx failed to convert a 4th & 18 inside their own 30-yard line and thus end Webster City's remarkable season. Congratulations to Coach Bob Howard and the 2008 Lynx for their accomplishments which include reviving Lynx Football! 

Lynx to face Dallas Center-Grimes Mustangs in Substate game
October 24, 2008
District 2 Runner-up and No. 2 seed Webster City (6-3) will host District 7 and No. 3 seed Dallas Center-Grimes (7-2)  this coming Wednesday, October 29th, in the Class 3A Substate game; the two teams are no strangers to one another as in 2006-07 the Mustangs and Lynx were in the same District.  Kickoff is at 7:00 pm.

Lynx outplayed by Lions, 31-6, finish regular season 6-3 and District 2 Runners-up
October 24, 2008
It wasn't the season-final and District Championship game Webster City (6-3, 5-2) had envisioned and Clear Lake (9-0, 7-0) certainly proved why they are the #2-ranked team in Class 3A with a 31-6 victory over the Lynx.  The Lynx found themselves down 24-0 by halftime and although they opened up the second half by marching 75-yards down the field and scoring to narrow the gap 24-6, Clear Lake's offense was too much as they scored on their next possession to put the game out of reach, 31-6.  Webster City, the District 2 Runner-up, now prepare for their Class 3A Substate game that will be held at Lynx Stadium next Wednesday, October 29th @ 7:00 pm.

Lynx steamroll over Cadets, 50-14; next play Clear Lake for District Championship
October 18, 2008
First things first:  for the first time since 1996, the Webster City Lynx (6-2, 5-1) will be playing in the postseason... [READ MORE HERE]

Lynx knock off Charles City, 33-12, to earn lone 2nd place in District 2
October 11, 2008
The Lynx now have a record of 5-2/4-1 after a convincing victory over a Charles City who was 5-1 prior to the contest.  To read the Daily Freeman-Journal article, click HERE

Big plays spark 21-14 Lynx victory over Go-Hawks
October 4, 2008
There's an old adage that if a team wants to win bad enough, they'll find a way and that's what happened... [READ MORE HERE]

Lynx hammer out 33-13 Homecoming victory
September 27, 2008
"Water under the bridge"--call it the motto for the Webster City Lynx (3-2, 2-1) the past week since their embarrassing loss to Algona... [READ MORE HERE]

Webster City plays flat against Algona and pays the price
September 21, 2008
Coming off an impressive victory against Forest City, the Lynx had everything going for them headed into their bout with the Algona Bulldogs... [READ MORE HERE]

WHO TV to visit Lynx Stadium
September 19, 2008
WHO TV Channel 13 will be landing their helicopter tonight at 7:15 pm in the middle of Lynx Stadium as the Webster City vs. Algona Bulldogs game is one of several "Games of the Week" that WHO TV is featuring this Football Friday Night.

Lynx spoil Homecoming for Indians with 33-18 domination
September 13, 2008
Homecoming?  Week #3?  Already?  Seriously?  What seemed like a good idea to probably more than one person in Forest City last February when District 2 pairings... [READ MORE HERE]

Webster City beats down Eagle Grove for 28-12 victory
September 5, 2008
Overconfident?  Arrogant?  Downright disrespectful?  Call it what you want, but when the Webster City Lynx (1-1) got off the bus... [READ MORE HERE]

*Updated* game time
September 4, 2008
The game vs. Eagle Grove @Eagle Grove is at 7:00 pm!

Knights edge Lynx, 22-21
August 30, 2008
Webster City Lynx (0-1) lost their season opener to Union-LaPorte City (1-0), 22-21, in both a thrilling and heart-breaking contest; with the Lynx lead... [READ MORE HERE]

Celebrate 100 seasons of Lynx Football with the "Souvenir Media Guide:  1896-2008"
August 22, 2008
See below for more details are click HERE.

2008 pictures posted
August 22, 2008
Both the 2008 team and individual pictures are now online along with the 2008 Returning Letterwinners.

Countdown...
August 15, 2008
Only two weeks until the Lynx play Union-LaPorte City for the 2008 season opener.

All-State module renamed
August 9, 2008
Newly discovered information has led to the renaming of "Twice-Named All-State Players" to "Twice-and-Thrice Named All-State Players" as two players--Bill Chauncey '45 and Ryan Reasland '93--have earned All-State honors three times.  As well, Jim Phillips '43 has been added to the twice-named archives as he earned honors in both 1941 and 1942.

1975 info updated
August 8, 2008
Thanks to Scott Johnson '75, all-conference players have been updated.  Thanks, Scott!

Football practice schedule
August 1, 2008
August 11 - 6-9 pm
August 12 - 6-9 pm
August 13 - 8-11 am
                 5:00 pm = Pictures
                 6-8 pm - Gold Card sales
August 14 - 6-8:30 pm (contact begins)
August 15 - 6-8:30 pm

You must have your physical before you can practice!!!

Lynx Stadium page updated
August 1, 2008
New pictures of revamped Lynx Stadium are now online.

Loffredo records 3 tackles in Shrine Bowl All-Star game
August 1, 2008
Jacob Loffredo '08 just concluded his Lynx football career by recording 3 tackles in the Iowa Shrine Bowl All-Star game; Jacob played defensive tackle for the North Squad who lost, 41-0, to the South Squad.  Congrats to Jacob and good luck to him as he begins his collegiate career at Iowa Central Community College.

Loffredo gears up for Shrine Bowl
July 25, 2008
Former two-time All-District lineman Jacob Loffredo '08 is preparing to represent Webster City in the 36th Annual Iowa Shrine Bowl All-Star Football game which takes place in Ames on Saturday, July 26th.  Jacob is the 12th WCHS football player to participate in the Shrine Bowl since the game's inception in 1973 and will play for the North Squad.  Click HERE for more information on the Shrine Bowl.

2008 Football camp August 6-8
July 25, 20088
Lynx preseason football camp--open to all students grades 9-12--will be held Wednesday, August 6 through Friday, August 8.  Players will be going over the offensive and defensive basics in order to get prepped for the upcoming season.  For more information, contact Head Coach Bob Howard.

17 players from 1925-41 added to Honorable Mention All-State Squad
July 25, 2008
The last of newly discovered information regarding Lynx All-State players has been updated thanks to (once again) Larry Brim '64.

Team and individual info from 1942-52 updated
July 15, 2008
'Nuff said!

1923 squad photo discovered plus a wealth of info from 1923-41
July 11, 2008
Thanks once again to Larry Brim '64, the 1923 Lynx Football squad has been added to the Archives.  As well, much team and individual information from 1923-41 has been found which adds--to name a few--the number of All-Staters as well as career and season touchdown leaders.  Also, North Central Conference team standings from 1931-41 have updated.  SOON TO BE ADDED:  1942-1952.

1921 team photo added; new head coach discovered
June 24, 2008
Thanks to Larry Brim '64, a pristine photo of the 1921 Lynx Football squad has been added to the Archives.  As well, Mr. Brim provided information that shed new light on who was the coach of the 1921 squad along with important information for the '21 squad such as team captain, etc.

Head Coach Bob Howard finalist for "National Coach of the Year"
June 23, 2008
Head Lynx Football coach Bob Howard is 1 of 8 finalist for the "National Coach of the Year" as recognized by the National High School Coaches Association; the ceremony for this prestigious honor is being held in Colorado from June 24-26.  Good luck to Coach Howard!

All-State players added
May 7, 2008
Thanks to Tom Rossow '84 two Special Mention All-State players have now been added to The Archives.

2008 co-captains elected
May 1, 2008
The Senior Class of 2009 recently elected four of their teammates to serve as Co-Captains for the 2008 campaign and are: Bret Hilpipre, Brent Nelson, Karl Peterson, and Ryan Vandezande. All four captains were full-time starters on last season's squad and greatly contributed to the team--especially in the Lynx's 27-20 defeat of Humboldt--and aim to lead Webster City to its first winning season since 2003.

1993 & '94 color pics added
April 14, 2008
Thanks to Brian Miller '95, color team pictures of the 1993 and 1994 squads have been uploaded; however, photo-player listings are not 100% complete...if you can help, please do so!

1949 pictures added
April 4, 2008
Photos from the 1949 season have been uploaded to the "Photo Gallery"...check 'em out back when they played without facemasks!

1996 squad photo listing updated; news photos added to 2006 Gallery
April 1, 2008
Thanks to Erik Hoveland '97, the roster listing for the 1996 team photo is now complete; for you history buffs, the '96 squad ended the season with a record of 8-2 is the last Lynx football team to qualify for the Class 3A Playoffs and they did so by advancing to the Quarterfinal Round.  Take heed current players:  The drought, as the saying goes, needs to end.  Also, new photos from the 2006 season have been added.

72-year old picture/newspaper clipping now in Photo Gallery
March 27, 2008
Go to "Photo Gallery" and "1936" and then click on the photo on the right:  a very cool newspaper clipping circa 1936 that features 1st Team All-State offensive end Ralph Burton; the next season as a senior, Burton switched to quarterback where he also earned All-State honors.  Pictures like these...well, they don't get much older!

Download a printable 2008 schedule; College players updated
March 25, 2008
Two different printable versions of the 2008 Lynx Football Schedule are now available to download (either click above or go to "Schedule" or "Documents"). Depending on the type of device you have, printing it in color and using photo paper produces great results!  Also, thanks to Murray McMurray '65, the "Collegiate" page has been updated and now showcases many more Lynx players who played in college.

1950 squad photo added along with pictures from the 1960's
March 24, 2008
Currently, a "real" team photo of the 1950 squad is not on file, however, a composite squad picture was created using individual photos that appeared in the yearbook.  As well, various pictures from the 1962 and '63 seasons have been added under the "Photo Gallery" section.   If you've got the time, we've got the goods--check it out.

Lynx Stadium, other pages updated
March 21, 2008
Thanks to Larry Brim '64, information regarding the 1962 and '63 seasons has been updated.  As well, pictures from both campaigns are now available and Larry also had information about the 1943 season that helped expand the "Stat Leaders" page including the fact that Bill Chauncey '45 is the all-time leading rusher in Lynx history with over 3,000 yards.  As well, Ed Mulholland '64 threw for over 1,100 yards in '63 and Lonney Hinderks '64 and Tom Stepp '64 combined for over 1200 yards on the ground in '63  As well, Mulholland earned Honorable Mention All-State honors in '62.  Brim also provided news articles that chronicles the birth of the current stadium used by the Lynx.  Thanks, Larry!

Also, special thanks to Russ Naden who provided a copy of the 1943-44 Souvenir Program that helped expand and add "Season-by-Season" information from 1915-1930; Naden's grandfather, W.I. Naden, was a coach and shop teacher at WCHS in the early 1930's before establishing Naden Industries which made scoreboards--including the one that is currently used at Lynx Stadium and was donated for free in 1963.

More pages updated!
March 19, 2008
Thanks to Guy Leman '95, "College Players" and the "1994" season has been updated.  For those of you who don't know, Guy was an All-American running back at Simpson College in 1998... and that, boys and girls, is called "Street Cred."

Pages updated!
March 18, 2008
"Season-by-Season" as well as "Honorable Mention All-State", "Academic All-State", and "College Players" pages have be updated with information thanks to former players and graduates Chris Ostlund '71,  Jim Inks '85, Jim Tighe '87, Devin Johnson '99.  Former and current players taken notice:  this website is about ALL Lynx players--past and present--so let's get the program back to the top!

New modules added
March 10, 2008
New pages have been added: Special Mention All-State Players in the "All-State" section and All-Time Opponents under the "Lynx History" menu are now available.

2008 squad hittin' it hard
March 2, 2008
Current players are doing everything they can to bring back the winning tradition of Lynx Football; not only are they participating in Speed Training, but also Metabolic Weight Training to gear up for the coming season. It's safe to say that this squad wants to--and will--win.  Moreover, former players are watching the program:  check out the TESTIMONY page to see the proud tradition that is Lynx Football.

Documents, Team Photos, and Season-by-Season info updated
February 29, 2008
Files in "Documents" have been updated as well as the 1967, 1970, 1980, '86, '87, 88, and 1994 team photos. Also, the 1904 Team Picture has been located and updated; the '04 squad was coached by Joe Wyatte, the first known head coach in Lynx history who was an African-American and worked as a porter at the Magg & Clifton Barber Shop.

Guest Book error
February 23, 2008
NOTICE:  If you signed the Guest Book AFTER Friday, February 22, PLEASE SIGN IT AGAIN as there was an error that caused several entries to be erased!  We apologize for this error!

2008 schedule announced
February 20, 2008
For opponents and dates, please go to "Schedule" under 2008 SEASON

Welcome!
February 20, 2008
Welcome!  After 5 months of research and nearly 2 months of programming and data input, www.webstercityfootball.com is now online!  The purpose of this site is to positively promote the current program while honoring the rich history that is Lynx Football.  As you navigate the site, please remember it's a newborn so if you notice errors or misprints—or you can add any information, photos, or other relevant items—please don't hesitate to do so!  Furthermore, as sources of information such as newspapers and yearbooks aren't always accurate, if you notice something that isn't historically accurate, please send the Webmaster a quick note and it will be fixed!