Sep

23

Iowa: The Original Rump-Shakers

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Since I’ve come to Iowa I’ve noticed that they always seem to find a way to get something here that very few other colleges offer.  So I was surprisingly unsurprised to find out that they were hosting a round of one of the biggest break dancing competitions in the Midwest.  The UI Breakers were excited to spread the word about I Oughta Wreck Alway5, or IOWA5, which took place on Saturday September 21st. Teams from all over the nation gathered in the ballroom of our very own Iowa Memorial Union to compete for the thousand dollar prize.  Los Boogie provided the music for the event, and judges Mijo, Monki, and JesseJess not only kept the competition moving forward but showcased their own dance skills before we hit the final rounds.  A shootout to E.N.I. who took home the nights prize.  Check out the video to see some of the amazing dancers I was lucky to see!

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It was really to see the turn out from the First Year Hawks and Community 234 LLCs as well.  I had an amazing time and it seems like everyone else in attendance did too.  People were gathered shoulder to shoulder as not to miss a second of the performance, and as the competition continued it seemed as though the circle of spectators were closing in. If you’re at all interested in stepping out of your comfort zone or just checking out some amazing modern day b-boys I would recommend checking Iowa out and/or keeping up with the UI Breakers.  So proud to be a Hawkeye!

A panorama of the event.

A panorama of the event.

 

 

 

 

 

 

*The competition will continue further in Chicago.

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