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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.

McPherson’s Adeline Kramer is Among Top Sophomore Runners in the State

Sunday, July 26

After an impressive freshman campaign, McPherson’s Adeline Kramer enters the 2026 cross country season looking to take another step forward among Kansas’ top distance runners. Sports in Kansas rates Kramer as one of the top sophomore runners to watch in Kansas this fall. As a freshman,... Read More.

A Legacy Reimagined: Kansas City Chiefs Release Renderings for New Stadium Set To Open in 2031

Wednesday, July 22

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – On Wednesday, the Kansas City Chiefs released initial concept renderings for the club's brand new enclosed stadium set to open in Kansas City, Kansas, in 2031. "Today we are excited to show Chiefs Kingdom a first look at our new home," Chiefs... Read More.

Witt (Lower Back Tightness) Placed on IL for 1st Time in His Career

Wednesday, July 22

KANSAS CITY -- Bobby Witt Jr. is in the middle of his fifth Major League season and had never been on the injured list until Wednesday, when the Royals placed their star shortstop on the 10-day IL with back tightness that hasn’t improved enough for... Read More.

Salvy’s 317th Homer Ties Brett’s All-time Royals Record

Wednesday, July 22

KANSAS CITY -- George Brett and Salvador Perez are the two faces that have defined the two best eras of Royals baseball across the 58-season history of this club, from the championships they’ve won, to the All-Star Games they’ve played in, to the thousands of... Read More.

Banko Returns to Bethany as Assistant Coach

Wednesday, July 22

Lindsborg, Kan. - The Bethany College Athletic Department is excited to welcome Hannah Banko back as Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. She will also serve as a game management assistant and a resident director. Hannah Banko joins the Bethany College Women's Basketball staff with some familiarity. She played for the Swedes from... Read More.

Morrow Joins Men’s Soccer Program as Graduate Assistant

Wednesday, July 22

Lindsborg, Kan. - The Bethany College Athletic Department has announced the addition of Karl-Heinz Morrow to the Bethany College Men's Soccer team. He will serve as an assistant for Men's Soccer as well as for Sports Information. "I'm really looking forward to having Karl on the sidelines... Read More.

2026 Hall of Honor, Coach of the Year and BAA Award of Merit Honorees Announced

Wednesday, July 22

Lindsborg, Kan. – Bethany College is proud to announce the 2026 Hall of Honor award recipients, recognizing eight individuals whose achievements and service have made a lasting impact on Swede Athletics. Dean of Athletics, Laura Moreno: "The Athletics Hall of Honor celebrates those who exemplify excellence, leadership,... Read More.

Nobles Announced as Head Men’s Golf Coach

Wednesday, July 22

HESSTON, Kan. - Hesston College Athletic Director Andrew Sharp announced the hiring of Trinton Nobles to be the college's next golf head coach. "I am really excited to start my coaching career at Hesston College," said Nobles. "I have always been in a small... Read More.

Jeff Benito Returns to McPherson as Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach

Wednesday, July 22

McPherson, Kan - Director of Athletics Josh Daume announced today the hiring of Jeff Benito as the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach for McPherson College. Benito returns to McPherson after previously serving in the same role from 2011-2014. "We're excited to welcome Jeff back... Read More.

Goessel Senior Eli Gaeddert is a Kansas Class 1A Runner to Watch

Monday, July 20

After an incredible junior season that culminated in a Class 1A State Cross Country Championship, Eli Gaeddert returns for his senior year as one of Kansas’ premier distance runners and one of the top athletes to watch this fall. Gaeddert is a cross country runner... Read More.

NFHS Issues New Volleyball Serving Screen Rule

Monday, July 20

A new National Federation of State High School Associations serving screen rule is coming for the 2026-2027 high school volleyball season. Players on the serving team may not raise their hands above their heads before the serve if it creates a screen that blocks the... Read More.