McPherson Sports

Chiefs and Defensive End George Karlaftis Agree to 4-year, $93M Contract

Monday, July 21

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs and defensive end George Karlaftis agreed to a four-year, $93 million contract that includes $62 million guaranteed, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Sunday, keeping one of the best young players... Read More.

With Goals Still in Reach, Royals Searching for Better Second Half

Friday, July 18

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Royals.com) - The All-Star break is baseball’s breather, except of course if you’re part of the All-Star activities, like four Royals were this year in Atlanta. Still, four days off seems like a lot when you play every day, and baseball will... Read More.

WSU Alumni Team AfterShocks Open TBT On Friday At Koch Arena

Friday, July 18

By Paul SuellentropWICHITA, Kan. (GoShockers.com) - The AfterShocks still love all parts of their summer reunion – the Shocker fans, playing in Koch Arena, signing autographs, renewing friendships.They also want to win and take home their share of The Basketball Tournament's $1 million... Read More.

Central Christian College Golf Tournament Fundraiser Postponed

Thursday, July 17

McPHERSON, Kan. - Central Christian College of Kansas announced that their Athletics Golf Tournament Fundraiser, originally scheduled for Sat., July 19, has been postponed.The tournament will now take place Saturday, September 13 with an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start at Turkey Creek Golf Course in McPherson.... Read More.

Chiefs Wide Receiver Rashee Rice Sentenced to 30 Days in Jail over Dallas High-Speed Crash

Thursday, July 17

DALLAS (AP) - Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice was sentenced to 30 days in jail on Thursday after authorities said he and another speeding driver caused a chain-reaction crash that left multiple people injured on a Dallas highway last year.The Dallas County District Attorney’s... Read More.

Limited Tickets Remain for K-State Football’s First Three Home Games

Thursday, July 17

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - K-State Athletics announced today that limited tickets remain for the first three home football games, and fans are encouraged to act quickly to secure their seats inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium for the highly anticipated season.Fewer than 2,000 tickets are... Read More.

Marion High School Introduces New Head Softball Coach Jayden May

Wednesday, July 16

MARION, Kan. - The Marion-Florence USD 408 school district announced via social media the introduction of Jayden May, Marion High School's new Head Softball Coach.May recently graduated from Marion High School who starred on the Lady Warriors' softball team. As a player, she was a... Read More.

Jayhawks Women’s Basketball Unveils 2025-26 Non-Conference Slate

Wednesday, July 16

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Kansas head coach Brandon Schneider has announced a challenging, 12-game non-conference schedule that awaits the Jayhawks during the upcoming 2025-26 season.The Jayhawks will face three power conference opponents prior to league play, beginning with the previously announced StorageMart Border Showdown against... Read More.

Adam Frazier Returns to Royals in Trade with Pirates

Wednesday, July 16

By Alex StumpfKANSAS CITY, Mo. (MLB.com) - The first domino in what should be a busy Trade Deadline for the Pirates fell Wednesday, as the Bucs struck a deal to send utilityman Adam Frazier to the Royals in exchange for Minor League infielder Cam Devanney.Frazier... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Ellie Herrera, McPherson Track & Field and Soccer

Wednesday, July 16

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce this week’s Athlete of the week. Ellie Herrera, McPherson High School upcoming sophomore.The week - Herrera wrapped up a strong freshman season at the Class 4A state track and field meet on May 30... Read More.

Chiefs Beat Franchise Tag Deadline, Sign Guard Trey Smith to a 4-year, $94M Deal, AP Source Says

Tuesday, July 15

By Stephen WhynoKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs beat the deadline to sign franchise-tagged guard Trey Smith to a multiyear contract, agreeing to terms Tuesday on a $94 million deal, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press.The four-year... Read More.

Here are Royals’ Draft Picks From Day 2

Tuesday, July 15

By Jackson StoneKANSAS CITY, Mo. (Royals.com) - The Royals dipped into the high school ranks with their first two picks in the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday, selecting a pair of high-upside hitters that could have a future impact at both the top and middle... Read More.