## 1-on-1: Dan McCarney shares perspective of both sides of the Cy-Hawk rivalry ### McCarney coached at Iowa State from 1995-2006 Former Iowa State football coach Dan McCarney knows a thing or two about the Cy-Hawk rivalry. He coached the Cyclones from 1995-2006, and during that time, he faced off against the Iowa Hawkeyes nine times. McCarney's record against Iowa was 4-5, but he knows what it takes to win the game. In a recent interview, McCarney shared his thoughts on the rivalry and what it takes to win the game. He said that the most important thing is to be physical and to control the line of scrimmage. He also said that it's important to have a good game plan and to execute it well. "The Cy-Hawk game is one of the most physical games on our schedule," McCarney said. "You have to be able to match their physicality and be able to control the line of scrimmage. You also have to have a good game plan and be able to execute it well." McCarney also said that the Cy-Hawk game is a great opportunity for Iowa State to show the rest of the country what they're capable of. He said that the Cyclones have a talented team this year, and he's confident that they can win the game. "This is a great opportunity for Iowa State to show the rest of the country what we're capable of," McCarney said. "We have a talented team this year, and I'm confident that we can win the game." The Cy-Hawk rivalry is one of the most intense rivalries in college football. The two schools are located just 30 miles apart, and the fans are passionate about their teams. The game is always a sellout, and the atmosphere is electric. McCarney said that the Cy-Hawk game is a special experience for the players and the fans. He said that it's a game that you'll never forget. "The Cy-Hawk game is a special experience for the players and the fans," McCarney said. "It's a game that you'll never forget."
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