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Travis Kelce’s Decision to Return for Another Season with Chiefs Wasn’t Much of a Decision At All

Thursday, June 19

By Dave Skretta KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Travis Kelce said the decision to return for his 13th season with the Kansas City Chiefs wasn’t much of a decision at all. In fact, the four-time All-Pro tight end indicated Wednesday that No. 14 isn’t out of the... Read More.

Maikel Garcia Homers to Help the Kansas City Royals Beat the Texas Rangers 6-3

Thursday, June 19

ARLINGTON, Tex. (AP) - Maikel Garcia homered and drove in four runs, helping the Kansas City Royals beat the Texas Rangers 6-3 on Wednesday night. Garcia capped Kansas City’s four-run third inning with a three-run drive for his career-best eighth homer. He also tripled in Bobby... Read More.

Two Kansas Natives and Former Barton Cougars Honored as NJCAA Coaches Legacy Award Recipients

Wednesday, June 18

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - Former Barton Community College Head Coaches Ray Bechard and Mike Warren were recognized Tuesday as recipients of the Coaches Legacy Award presented by Nufabrx announced by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). This is the first time in the... Read More.

Counsell Becomes First Kansas Player to Ever Win Rawlings Gold Glove Award

Wednesday, June 18

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Kansas baseball's Brady Counsell became the first player in school history to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award on Wednesday. Counsell earned a spot on the 2025 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Div. I Gold Glove team for his work at third base this... Read More.

Local Athletes Prepare for Kansas Shrine Bowl Festivities

Wednesday, June 18

DODGE CITY, Kan. - Local High School Football athletes and coaches are getting ready for the 2025 Kansas Shrine Bowl events in Dodge City starting Thurs., June 19 through Sat., June 21. While the game won't be until Saturday, there are many events that the Kansas... Read More.

Wednesday’s KABC All-Star Baseball Game Delayed by Two Hours

Wednesday, June 18

WICHITA, Kan. - The Kansas Association of Baseball Coaches (KABC) announced that the All-Star game, comprised of All-State honorees from area high schools, will still be be played. However, it will be played two hours later than originally scheduled, moving from 1 p.m. to 3... Read More.

Perez Homers Twice, Witt Goes Deep in Hometown For 1st Time as Royals Beat Rangers 6-1

Wednesday, June 18

ARLINGTON, Tex. (AP) - Salvador Perez homered twice, Bobby Witt Jr. went deep in his hometown team’s ballpark for the first time and the Kansas City Royals stopped a six-game losing streak with a 6-1 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night. Seth Lugo struck out... Read More.

Ellinwood Schools Announces Date for Athletic & Activities Benefit Golf Tournament

Tuesday, June 17

ELLINWOOD, Kan. - Ellinwood Public Schools announced via social media that their Ellinwood Athletic/Activities Dept. Benefit Golf Tournament will be held Sunday, Aug. 17. The tournament is a fundraiser as all proceeds go to the Ellinwood Athletic/Activities Department to help their student-athletes. It's also a chance... Read More.

Tight End Travis Kelce, Franchised Guard Trey Smith Attend Chiefs Minicamp

Tuesday, June 17

By Dave Skretta - The Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Four-time All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce and Pro Bowl right guard Trey Smith, who skipped voluntary workouts after receiving the franchise tag, were present for the start of the Kansas City Chiefs’ mandatory three-day... Read More.

K-State Basketball’s Manning to Join Athletes in Action Tour to Czech Republic

Tuesday, June 17

By K-State Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - Rising junior Taj Manning has been selected to join the Athletes in Action Basketball international tour this summer, traveling to the Czech Republic from June 28 to July 11. Manning will be part of a select team comprised of eight... Read More.

Jayhawk Collegiate League Games, Including Monarchs & Bat Cats, Postponed Tuesday

Tuesday, June 17

The Jayhawk Collegiate League announced on social media that their games on Tuesday, June 17 have been postponed. The postponement includes the Great Bend Bat Cats at Kansas Cannons game as well as the Hutchinson Monarchs vs. Kingman Islanders game. Both teams won their Monday... Read More.

Bat Cats Hang On to Defeat Cannons at Home

Tuesday, June 17

GREAT BEND, Kan. - The Great Bend Bat Cats were able to hold on at home against the Kansas Cannons, winning 7-5 Monday, June 16. The Cannons struck first thanks to an RBI single by Blake Seefeldt in the third inning, but the Bat Cats poured... Read More.