John Rodgers

(picture obtained from www.kernels.com)

For my final project for class I wrote about the radio broadcaster for the Cedar Rapids Kernels. The Kernels are the single-A affiliate for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. They play in the Midwest League, which includes teams from Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.

John will begin his 14th season in the booth for the team next season, making him the broadcasting dean of the league. The 51-year-old began broadcasting later in life, after previously being a college professor and coach.

He is beloved by all of his listeners and has been a favorite in the Cedar Rapids community and around minor league baseball.

I have included a few links where you can listen to the voice of the Kernels from this season. You will have to copy and paste the link so that you can open the media files with the appropriate program. Then search for the following dates and click on the game to listen in. Make sure to click on the KMRY radio broadcast to listen to John.

http://www.minorleaguebaseball.com/milb/multimedia/audio.jsp

September 5---Cedar Rapids Kernels @ Clinton Lumberkings 8:00 p.m.
Division Semi Finals
5-4 win
Kernels win series at advance to Division Finals.

August 27--- Cedar Rapids Kernels @ Beloit Snappers 8:05 p.m.
Kernels clinch playoff berth
3-2 win

August 17--- Beloit Snappers @ Cedar Rapids Kernels 3:00 p.m.
5-4 win
Clay Fuller with a walk-off home run.

August 16--- Beloit Snappers @ Cedar Rapids Kernels 8:00 p.m.
6-5 win
Clay Fuller hit by pitch to win game.



The Kernels at Dale & Thomas Popcorn Field @ Veteran's Memorial Stadium are a hidden gem in the eastern Iowa area. It's great fun for the family, and they can also host your bachelor parties, class reunions, or other outings. The Kernels play an exciting type of baseball of base stealing, good defense, and smart hitting, just like the Los Angeles Angels. If you can't make it out to a game, or few, this season, you can listen to John all next season call the games on 1450, KMRY.