Rice County Sports

Nickerson Snaps Skid by Blanking Lyons

Friday, September 1

By Brad Hallier Nickerson started their season brightly Friday, pitching a shutout in a 6-0 win over Lyons.The win snapped Nickerson's eight-game losing streak, dating back to last year's opening win against Lyons.Nickerson had a good chance late in the first half to take the... Read More.

Royals to Call Up Their No. 5 Prospect Loftin (Sources)

Thursday, August 31

By Anne Rogers, Covering the Royals for mlb.com KANSAS CITY -- The Royals are calling up their No. 5 prospect, Nick Loftin, sources told MLB.com on Thursday.The 24-year-old infielder will join the Royals in Kansas City on Friday for their series opener... Read More.

Five Things to Know About New Chiefs DT Neil Farrell

Thursday, August 31

The Chiefs acquired Farrell in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders By Matt McMullen, Chiefs Reporter The Kansas City Chiefs made an addition to their defense on Tuesday with the acquisition of 24-year-old defensive tackle Neil Farrell Jr. from the Las Vegas Raiders.Here are five... Read More.

K-State Set for Opening Weekend at Morgan Family Arena

Thursday, August 31

By Kansas State University Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. – K-State opens its 2023 home schedule with the official unveiling of the Morgan Family Arena on Friday as the Wildcats take on the Omaha Mavericks at 6:30 p.m. CT.Following the match with the Mavericks (0-3), K-State will host... Read More.

Cougars Sweep KJCCC Men’s Soccer Weekly Awards

Wednesday, August 30

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - Kimito Fritz and Dennis Bottcher of the 11th ranked Barton Community College men's soccer team has been named the week two KJCCC Division I Player and Goalkeeper of the Week respectively.The duo helped the Cougars get off to a 1-0-1 start... Read More.

Kansas Volleyball Set for Home Opening Weekend with Two Ranked Matchups

Wednesday, August 30

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) – The No. 23 Kansas volleyball team is set to host the Kansas Invitational at the Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena starting on Thursday, Aug. 31, that will run through Saturday, Sept. 2. GAME NOTES The Jayhawks’ home opener will be on... Read More.

Sedgwick County Football Preview

Wednesday, August 30

By Brad Hallier Ad Astra Radio will preview area high school football teams, based on county, before the season opener Sept. 1. Here is the preview for Kingman County.Previous previews:Stafford County Harvey County McPherson County Kingman County Marion CountyAndale IndiansCoach: Dylan Schmidt, seventh season... Read More.

Ragans Twirls Another Gem to Cement 2024 Rotation Spot

Wednesday, August 30

By Anne Rogers, Covering the Royals on mlb.com KANSAS CITY -- August temperatures have been scorching in Kansas City this month, but Cole Ragans might have been hotter.The Royals' starter wrapped up the month with another gem against the Pirates on Tuesday night,... Read More.

Marion County Football Preview

Tuesday, August 29

By Brad Hallier Ad Astra Radio will preview area high school football teams, based on county, before the season opener Sept. 1. Here is the preview for Kingman County.Previous previews:Stafford County Harvey County McPherson County Kingman CountyGoessel BluebirdsCoach: Garrett Hiebert, 12th season (41-52)Classification: Eight-player... Read More.

Here’s What to Know About Roster Cutdown Day

Tuesday, August 29

Logan Mayou, Chiefs.com KANSAS CITY, Mo. – In past years, NFL teams went through multiple, incremental roster reductions after each preseason game. They would gradually decrease the number of players from 90 to 53. Starting in 2023, they changed that process. Now, teams must... Read More.

Tickets for the Wildcat Classic in Kansas City on Sale

Tuesday, August 29

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) – Single-game tickets for Kansas State's in-state rivalry matchup with Wichita State in the Wildcat Classic at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City went on sale to the general public earlier today (August 28).Single-game tickets start at $20 (upper side and... Read More.

Barton Volleyball Chalks up Four Cictories in Colorado Weekend Trip

Tuesday, August 29

LA JUNTA, Co. (BartonSports.com) – The Barton Community College volleyball team added four more victories to its total in a weekend trip to the Otero Tournament in La Junta, Colorado. Friday's pair of matches began with its second sweep of the season over North... Read More.