McPherson Sports

Smoky Valley Battles Against Tough Competition

Tuesday, September 23

LINDSBORG, Kan. – It was another busy week for Smoky Valley varsity sports. Hope Willems continues to standout for Viking cross country while the volleyball, girls tennis and football teams also competed against tough competition. FOOTBALL The Vikings started the season 2-0 with wins over Larned... Read More.

Kansas High School Football Media Rankings – Week 4

Monday, September 22

Class 6A (1st place votes) Record Points LW1 Manhattan (10) 3-0 118 12 Wichita Northwest (2) 3-0 107 23 Derby 2-1 96 44 Maize 3-0 78 65 Gardner-Edgerton 2-1 57 56 Blue Valley Northwest 2-1 55 37 Lawrence Free State 2-1 44 98 Junction City 2-1 33 79 Shawnee Mission Northwest 2-1 24 NR10 Olathe North 2-1 16 NRReceiving votes: SM East 13, Washburn Rural 11, Olathe South 8Class 5A (1st place votes) Record Points LW1 St. Thomas Aquinas (12) 3-0 120 12 Great Bend 3-0 97 33 Hays 2-1 96 24 Mill... Read More.

Hesston College Volleyball Earns First Win Over Calvary

Monday, September 22

Hesston, Kan. — Hesston College volleyball earned its first win of the season in front of the home crowd Friday night, defeating Calvary University 3-1 (25-14, 24-26, 26-24, 25-20).The Larks came out strong in the opening set, capitalizing on Calvary miscues and key kills... Read More.

Late Rally Falls Just Short for Hesston College Women’s Soccer

Monday, September 22

Hesston, Kan. — Hesston College women's soccer put together a spirited second-half rally but came up just short in a 3-2 loss to undefeated Southwestern Christian University on Saturday afternoon at Sieber Field.Southwestern Christian (7-0-1) jumped out early, finding the back of the net... Read More.

Hesston College Men’s Soccer Falls to Eagles on the Road

Monday, September 22

Bethany, Okla. — Hesston College men's soccer fell 4-0 on the road to Southwestern Christian University on Saturday afternoon, despite a determined defensive effort that saw goalkeepers Harry Morris and Ethan Connelly combine for three saves against a relentless Eagles attack.Southwestern Christian struck... Read More.

BLUEJAY MEN FIND SECOND STRAIGHT CONFERENCE WIN, SHUTOUT SPIRES

Monday, September 22

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. – Saturday afternoon marked yet another chance for the Tabor College Men's Soccer side to earn a positive result, as they made the three-hour trip to take on Saint Mary. The Bluejays entered the match feeding off momentum from a 4-1 decision over... Read More.

BLUEJAYS NOT ENOUGH FOR FALCONS

Monday, September 22

HILLSBORO, Kan. – Tabor Football returned home on Saturday afternoon to take on a solid No. 8 Friends team. The Bluejays entered the day hoping to bounce back from last week's loss to McPherson, while the Falcons aimed to move to 4-0 on the season.SCORE... Read More.

Tigers Host Central Kansas Classic in McPherson

Monday, September 22

McPherson, Kan. – The Central Christian College of Kansas Golf Teams were back in action this past week as they hosted the Central Kansas Classic at Turkey Creek Golf Course in McPherson.On the men's side, the Tigers were led by Landon Sugar who... Read More.

Swedes Men’s Soccer Falls to Avila on Late Goal in Tough Road Match

Monday, September 22

Kansas City, Mo. – The Bethany College Swedes Men's Soccer team fell 1–0 to the Avila University Eagles on Saturday afternoon in a hard-fought contest at the Avila Soccer Complex.From the outset, it was clear the Swedes were facing a difficult challenge. Coming off a... Read More.

Swedes Women’s Soccer Falls on the Road to Avila

Monday, September 22

Kansas City, Mo. – The Bethany College Swedes Women's Soccer team fell 7–0 on the road to Avila University on Friday afternoon in their second conference match of the season.Our Swedes looked solid in the opening minutes, controlling Avila's attack, but the Eagles found their... Read More.

Caver III with 4 Total Touchdowns; Football Swedes Squeaks By 34-26

Monday, September 22

Lindsborg, Kan. – The Bethany College Swedes Football team played host to the Sterling College Warriors on Saturday, September 20. The Swedes would never trail, but could not relax as the Warriors were constantly just a couple plays away from taking the lead.Bethany would start... Read More.

Spires Stun Volleyball in Five Set Match

Monday, September 22

Lindsborg, Kan. - Bethany College hosted the University of Saint Mary Spires in their conference opener, Saturday, September 20th in Hahn Gymnasium. This thrilling five set match went into extra points but unfortunately, the Swedes weren't able to come out with the win.First set of the... Read More.