Sports

Sports in Kansas Recognizes Anika Paulsrud as Golfer to Watch

Saturday, August 15

Anika Paulsrud, a 2028 Hutchinson Trinity High School junior competing for the Buhler High School girls golf team, enters the season as one of the top returning Class 4A golfers. Sports in Kansas recognized Paulsrud as a Girls Golfer to Watch for the 2026 season. Paulsrud... Read More.

Ty Simpson Throws 2 TD Passes, Rallies Rams past Chiefs

Saturday, August 15

Kansas City, Mo. - Rookie running back Emmett Johnson led the Chiefs in rushing with 59 yards over 12 attempts, while seventh-round pick rookie quarterback Garrett Nussmeier completed 13 of 19 passes for 98 yards. Second-year tight end Jake Briningstool led Chiefs receivers with... Read More.

Important Fan Information for Saturday’s Preseason Game at Arrowhead Stadium

Thursday, August 13

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Los Angeles Rams on August 15 at Arrowhead Stadium. Fans can find important information and reminders regarding Saturday's game below. Chiefs Charity Game and Junior Chiefs Cheerleaders Recognized as the top philanthropic game of its type... Read More.

K-State WBB Signs Osazuwa to 2026-27 Roster

Thursday, August 13

MANHATTAN, Kansas – K-State women's basketball head coach Jeff Mittie has added another international talent to the 2026-27 roster, as forward Cristina Osazuwa from Italy has signed with the Wildcats. "Cristina gives us a power forward that is versatile enough to play away... Read More.

Former Blue Dragon Danny Saili Commits to Oklahoma Through Transfer Portal

Wednesday, August 12

Former University of Arkansas and Hutchinson Community College defensive tackle Danny Saili has committed to the University of Oklahoma football team through the transfer portal. Saili is able to transfer to the Sooners thanks to a federal court ruling in Colorado that gave the Class... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Eli Gaeddert, Goessel Track and Field

Wednesday, August 12

Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Eli Gaeddert, upcoming senior at Goessel High School this year, as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Gaeddert swept the distance races at the Class 1A state track and field... Read More.

KJCCC Men’s Soccer Puts Three Teams In Preseason Top 10, Five Teams Ranked In Top 15

Tuesday, August 11

NJCAA Division 1 Men's Soccer Poll | NJCAA Division 2 Men's Soccer Poll CHARLOTTE, NC – Ahead of the start of the 2026 NJCAA men’s soccer season next week, the NJCAA has released its 2026 men’s soccer preseason polls with five Kansas Jayhawk... Read More.

Royals Add 9-time All-Star Kimbrel to Bolster Bullpen

Tuesday, August 11

KANSAS CITY -- The Royals have finalized a Major League deal with veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel, and he was activated and available in their bullpen for Monday night's series opener against the Dodgers in Los Angeles. Right-hander Read More.

Kansas Volleyball Picked Third in 2026 Big 12 Preseason Coaches’ Poll

Tuesday, August 11

Lawrence, Kan. – Coming off a Sweet 16 campaign in 2025, Kansas Volleyball has been picked to finish third in the 2026 Big 12 Preseason Coaches' Poll, as announced by the conference today. The Jayhawks earned 159 points, trailing Arizona State (194 points, 12 first-place votes)... Read More.

Sports in Kansas Team to Watch: Moundridge Wildcats

Tuesday, August 11

Moundridge enters the 2026 season looking to build on an 8-3 campaign that ended in the Kansas Class 1A playoffs and is a Sports in Kansas Team to Watch in 2026. The Wildcats will have some new faces stepping into larger roles after graduating 13... Read More.

Kansans Capture 15/16 Girls 4×800-meter Relay at AAU Junior Olympics

Tuesday, August 11

A group of Kansas small town standouts, including Pretty Prairie High School’s Lauren Detter, posted a time of 9 minutes, 22.89 seconds to place first in the 15/16 Girls 4x800 meter relay at the AAU Junior Olympics track championships. The AAU Junior Olympics took place... Read More.

Kansas Foursome Captures 17/18 4×800 Relay at AAU Junior Olympics

Tuesday, August 11

A time of 9 minutes,13.11 seconds in the age 17/18 division 4x800-meter relay earned the Kansas foursome of Ashley Lehman, Eleanor Joiner, Dylan Kraus and Grace Zeller the title of AAU Junior Olympic National Champions. The AAU Junior Olympics took place Aug. 1-8 at Drake... Read More.