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Paredes Steps Down as Athletic Director at Kansas Wesleyan

Wednesday, July 29

Miguel Paredes will conclude a successful stint as Athletic Director at Kansas Wesleyan University this week in acceptance of a position at William Penn University. "I am proud of the things that we have done under my tenure here," Paredes said. "We have done a... Read More.

Isbel (Left Foot) Continues Rehab Stint, on Track for Early August Return

Wednesday, July 29

Royals center fielder Kyle Isbel continued his Minor League rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday as he nears his return to the Major League club after being sidelined by plantar fasciitis in his left foot. Isbel, who has been... Read More.

Garcia (Left Hand) Begins Rehab Stint After Month-Plus on IL

Wednesday, July 29

By the time Maikel Garcia was placed on the 10-day injured list back on June 23, he had already been battling the left hand muscle sprain for quite some time. It was affecting his play and his mind, and it was... Read More.

Chiefs Wrap Rookie Portion of Training Camp Ahead of Veteran Arrival

Wednesday, July 29

The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up a three-day set of "pre-camp" practices on Monday as the quarterbacks, rookies and select veterans in attendance took part in one final introductory session before the rest of the team arrived later that afternoon. It was an opportunity for... Read More.

K-State to Face Nebraska in Exhibition Matchup

Wednesday, July 29

MANHATTAN, Kan. – K-State will play an exhibition game against former Big 12 foe Nebraska on Monday, Oct. 26 at Eihusen Arena inside the BigIron Events Center in Grand Island, Neb., in a matchup presented by Pinnacle Bank. Ticket information, tipoff and broadcast information will be... Read More.

Late Night in the Phog to Coincide with KU Exhibition Contests

Wednesday, July 29

LAWRENCE, Kan. — Kansas men's and women's basketball will conduct separate 2026 editions of Late Night in the Phog presented by HyVee in conjunction with an exhibition contest for each program. With elements from previous Late Nights, the KU men's team will host Pittsburg State on... Read More.

Great Bend Bat Cats Eliminated from NBC World Series

Wednesday, July 29

The Great Bend Bat Cats lost their third Pool C game to the BTL Hornets 7-6 Tuesday afternoon at Wichita State University’s Eck Stadium. The Bat Cats, who were shut out 8-0 by the Santa Barbara Foresters and 7-0 by the Liberal Bee Jays, went... Read More.

On the Road Again: Reno County Sabres play 8 away Games

Tuesday, July 28

The Reno County Homeschool Sabres will again play all eight of their high school football games on the road because it does not have a home field. Reno County has one Eight-Man I game, one Eight-Man II game, two Class 3A games, one Class 2A game... Read More.

Former Blue Dragon Quarterback Samari Collier Eligible for 2026 Season, Still Looking For a New Place to Play

Tuesday, July 28

Former Coastal Carolina and Hutchinson Community College quarterback Samari Collier announced on Monday the next step in his battle to play another year of college football. Collier was granted a TRO (Temporary Restraining Order) against the NCAA, which will allow him to suit up this... Read More.

Monarchs Blast 17 Hits in Mercy-Rule Win Against Blackfins

Tuesday, July 28

JJ Spafford, Jackson Schanuel, Jaden Gustafson and Brice Wallar all had three hits apiece Monday, and the Hutchinson Monarchs wrapped up pool play at the NBC World Series with a 15-5 win over the Seattle Blackfins. The game ended in the bottom of the fifth... Read More.

Salvy Stands Alone: Perez is Royals’ New HR King

Sunday, July 26

DETROIT -- Salvador Perez now stands alone among royalty. Three days after tying George Brett’s franchise record for most home runs in Royals history with his 317th home run, Perez hit his 318th career homer on Saturday afternoon against the Tigers at Comerica... Read More.

Hutchinson Offensive/Defensive Lineman Taylor Riemen is a Sports in Kansas Player to Watch

Sunday, July 26

Versatility has been one of Taylor Riemen's greatest strengths, as the Hutchinson senior has become a dependable presence on both sides of the line of scrimmage. Rieman’s versatility is why he is a Sports in Kansas Player to Watch in 2026. The 5-foot-11, 245-pound senior has... Read More.