Sports

Addition of Javelin Specifications Highlight High School Track and Field Rules Revisions

Thursday, July 10

Article by NFHSWith 21 state associations now incorporating the javelin into outdoor track and field competition, the NFHS Track and Field Rules Committee voted to move the implement construction specifications into the Track and Field Rules Book, effective with the 2026 season.The addition... Read More.

Electronic Communication by Players Clarified in High School Softball

Thursday, July 10

Article by NFHSNo player shall be allowed to transmit or record audio or video from the playing surface in high school softball. This new language in Rule 1-8-6 of the NFHS Softball Rules Book further clarifies the use of electronic devices and what... Read More.

Bat Cats Fall via Walk Off to Monarchs 3-2

Thursday, July 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Great Bend Bat Cats could not hang onto an early lead, falling on a walk-off two-run double in the 9th inning 3-2 against the Hutchinson Monarchs Wed., July 9.The Bat Cats struck first in the second inning on a solo homer... Read More.

Perez and Caglianone Power Royals to 4-3 Win Over Pirates for 3-Game Sweep

Thursday, July 10

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Salvador Perez homered twice, Jac Caglianone hit the longest measured homer by a Royals rookie, and Kansas City beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.Perez broke a 3-3 tie in the eighth inning with... Read More.

High School State Basketball Sites and Format Set for 2026 and 2027

Thursday, July 10

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSHSAACovered.com) - The KSHSAA State Basketball Tournament format and sites have been selected for the next two seasons. In 2026, the 1A Division I semifinals and finals will be played at United Wireless Arena in Dodge City. The 2A and 1A Division II semifinals and finals will be... Read More.

He Knox them off their feet – Monarchs beat Great Bend with ninth-inning double

Wednesday, July 9

Jake Knox belted a two-out, two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the Hutchinson Monarchs came back to beat the Great Bend Bat Cats 3-2 on Wednesday at Hobart-Detter Field.The win, coupled with Derby's loss to the Kansas Cannons, reduced the... Read More.

Former K-State Baseball’s, Current Wind Surge’s Culpepper Named to 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game

Wednesday, July 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - Former K-State All-American and Minnesota Twins' No. 4 prospect Kaelen Culpepper has been selected to play on the American League team in the 2025 All-Star Futures Game. Culpepper, who was taken 21st overall by the Twins in the 2024... Read More.

KC Iola Hormigas Get Big Win over Trinidad 10-9

Wednesday, July 9

IOLA, Kan. - The KC Iola Hormigas closed off a brief series against the Trinidad Triggers, winning in Iola 10-9 Tues., July 8.The Hormigas had a strong start to the contest, leading 4-1 after two innings. After the Triggers brought the game back within a... Read More.

Monarchs continue hot play, up win streak to six

Wednesday, July 9

The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their sizzling July play Tuesday at Hobart-Detter Field, as they beat the Haysville Aviators 8-1.The win was the Monarchs' sixth in a row and they are 5-0 in July.The Monarchs had good pitching again, as starter Ethan Giesbrecht, who plays... Read More.

Bat Cats’ Field, Brazzle Earn Jayhawk Collegiate League Weekly Honors

Wednesday, July 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. - Great Bend Bat Cats pitcher Jacob Field and outfielder Davin "Peanut" Brazzle earned Jayhawk Collegiate League weekly honors Tues., July 8.Field was named one of the honorees for Pitcher of the Week. The right-handed pitcher threw a complete-game shutout against the... Read More.

Hutchinson, McPherson Student-Athletes to Play in Boys Soccer All-Star Game

Wednesday, July 9

A pair of high school boys soccer athletes will participate in the 2025 Kansas vs. Oklahoma High School Soccer Boys All-Star Game on July 19 in Wichita: Lucas Witt from Hutchinson and Manny Morales from McPherson.Witt was an AVCTL Div. I 2nd Team All-League... Read More.

Former Cy Young Winner Keuchel Inks Minors Deal with Royals

Wednesday, July 9

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (MLB.com) - The Royals have signed former AL Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel to a Minor League deal, the team announced Wednesday morning.Keuchel, 37, held a workout for the team last week and reached 92 mph on his fastball, according to a... Read More.