09.17.16

Hoeven Congratulates Bison on Upset Win Over Iowa Hawkeyes

IOWA CITY, IOWA – Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team on their 23-21 win over the Iowa Hawkeyes. North Dakota State has won the past six times it has faced an FBS opponent.

“The NDSU Bison once again demonstrate the spirit and skill that wins games and leaves fans cheering right into the final minutes. The last quarter was classic Bison, coming up from behind and winning with an amazing 37-yard field goal by Cam Pedersen.

“Congratulations to NDSU coach Chris Klieman, quarterback Easton Stick, kicker Cam Pedersen and the entire Bison team for another remarkable performance. We also want to thank Iowa and the Hawkeyes for being truly great opponents. Go bison!”

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