History on tap at Iowa Lakes tonight

The Iowa Lakes men's basketball program will be playing for its 800th win in school history on Thursday, February 2. The Lakers will host the Briar Cliff JV at 8:00 p.m. and will follow Iowa Lakes wrestling.

The Lakers mens team held its first game in 1967 and was coached by Arnold Menning. Menning was 27-14 in his two seasons. In its history Iowa Lakes has had nine head coaches. Those coaches were Jerry Holbrook (30-22), Ben Hix(72-33), Hugh Howard (43-41), Gary Kreykes (23-55), Bob Grems (336-150), Darin Moeller (121-69), Jason Vande Brake(58-67). The Lakers are currently coached by Troy Larson, Larson's career record is 89-55. Larson will also be looking for his 90th win.

Some of the other rich tradition that has taken place at Iowa Lakes includes: 3 National Tournament appearances including a 2nd place finish in 1992, a 4th place finish in 1994, and they were a qualifier in 2000; 21 seasons where they have accumulated 20 wins; 11 All Americans; 10 NCAA Division 1 players and 24 NCAA Division 2 players.

If the Lakers are successful in winning their 800th game free Pepsi products will be provided for everyone who attends the game!