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Neosho Women’s Soccer Battles Barton to 1–1 Draw

Monday, August 24

The Neosho women's soccer team battled to a 1-1 draw against Barton Community College on Sunday afternoon at home. Barton opened the scoring in the 20th minute, but the Panthers responded quickly in the 33rd minute when Halle Dolphin scored the equalizer off a... Read More.

15 Seconds to Spare: Panther Men Earn Dramatic 2–2 Draw

Sunday, August 23

Neosho capped off a demanding two-game trip to Illinois with a dramatic 2–2 draw against Lewis & Clark Community College, scoring with just 15 seconds remaining to preserve an unbeaten trip. Lewis & Clark opened the scoring with an excellent strike from distance, giving the hosts... Read More.

Panthers Pick Up First Win of the Season

Sunday, August 23

Neosho came out with incredible energy and intensity last night, jumping out to a 2–0 lead within the first 10 minutes. Katie Smart opened the scoring, and Aurelia Smith followed just two minutes later. The Lady Panthers continued to control the game and... Read More.

Panthers Open 2026 Season With 2–0 Road Victory Over SWIC

Sunday, August 23

Neosho opened the 2026 season with an impressive 2–0 victory on the road against Division 1 outfit Southwestern Illinois College, producing a strong team performance in difficult conditions. The Panthers came out quickly and were rewarded with two early goals. Ivan Rocha opened the scoring... Read More.

Allen Volleyball Picked No.7 in Preseason Poll

Sunday, August 23

After finishing with an 18-13 record last season, the Allen Community College volleyball team has been picked to finish seventh in the 2026 Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference (KJCCC) Division II regular-season standings, according to the conference's preseason coaches poll released Wednesday. Under first-year head coach Scott Weston,... Read More.

Garcia Likely Headed Back to IL After MRI Reveals Hamstring Strain

Friday, August 21

KANSAS CITY — Maikel Garcia just returned from the injured list on Monday after missing 46 games with a left hand muscle strain. Now, it appears he’s headed back to the IL with another injury. As Garcia rounded third base in the bottom... Read More.

Chiefs to Bring Backyard Sports-Inspired Gameday to Arrowhead Stadium for Preseason Matchup Against Seattle

Thursday, August 20

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Chiefs will bring the beloved world of Backyard Sports to Arrowhead Stadium when the club hosts the Seattle Seahawks during the 2026 preseason finale on Friday, August 28. The gameday thematic will spotlight Backyard Football, integrating the iconic football title's characters... Read More.

Patrick Mahomes Lands at No. 18 in “NFL Top 100” Rankings

Wednesday, August 19

A fourth member of the Kansas City Chiefs appeared in the annual "NFL Top 100" rankings on Tuesday as quarterback Patrick Mahomes checked in at No. 18. Mahomes, who has made the league-wide rankings in each of the last eight years, threw for 3,487 yards... Read More.

2027 Kansas Shrine Bowl Head Coaches Announced

Tuesday, August 18

The Kansas Shrine Bowl has announced the selection of Randall Zimmerman, Junction City High School, and Andrew Gantenbein, Osage City High School, to serve as the head coaches for the 54th Kansas Shrine Bowl on Saturday, June 26, 2027. The head coaches are selected from the group... Read More.

Six KJCCC Volleyball Teams Ranked In NJCAA Volleyball Preseason Polls

Monday, August 17

NJCAA Division 1 Volleyball Preseason Poll | NJCAA Division 2 Volleyball Preseason Poll CHARLOTTE, NC – With action officially set to begin later this week, the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has released the preseason NJCAA Division 1 and Division 2 Volleyball... 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.

Iola High to Celebrate New Turf Field with Ribbon Cutting and Blue and Gold Scrimmage

Friday, August 14

Iola High School will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 21 for the newly turfed Municipal Stadium field at Riverside Park. The ceremony will be followed by the Blue and Gold Scrimmage, with the IHS cross country team beginning a run at 6:45... Read More.