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Created on Monday, 30 April 2012 15:37

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Published on Monday, 30 April 2012 15:37

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Prophetstown, IL, native Bret Bielema, currently of Wisconsin University in Madison, WI, will be speaking in Morrison, IL, Wednesday, May 16, 2012.  He will chronicle his journey from being a graduate of a small, Midwestern high school to a leader of the successful, Big Ten Badgers.

View his athletic journey here.

This program will take place at the Morrison High School Auditorium at 7:00 p.m.  The auditorium doors open at 6:30 p.m. with no reserved seating.  Get your tickets early, as there are a limited number of seats.

Bielema's presentation will be preceded by food in the cafeteria, made available by the Morrison Athletic Boosters.  Enjoy a hamburger or grilled pork chop sandwich, salad, drink, and light dessert.  Serving begins at 5:00 and ends at 6:45 p.m. 

After graduation from Prophetstown High School, Bielema moved to Iowa City, IA.  He played football as a walk-on with the University of Iowa Hawkeyes, guided by Coach Hayden Fry.

Bielema worked for Fry after graduation, prior to his move to Wisconsin.  Under his guidance at Wisconsin, the Badgers have enjoyed successful outings, earning many honors and titles.

View the event details here.

If purchased prior to the event, general admission tickets are $10 for the presentation and $5 for the meal.  If purchased at the door, the prices will be $15 and $7, respectively.

Tickets may be purchased at

• Morrison Chamber of Commerce, 221 W. Main Street, Morrison
• Community State Bank, 220 E. Main Street, Morrison
• DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison
• Farmers National Bank, 114 W. Third Street, Prophetstown
• Prophetstown Main Street Program, 335 Washington Street, Prophetstown.

Please join the Morrison Chamber of Commerce as they welcome Coach Bret Bielema back to the area.  After good food, music, and a fun time, listen to him share his journey.  You may attend only the speech if you so desire.

Proceeds from the event benefit the American Family Children's Hospital and various service projects of the Morrison Chamber of Commerce.

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