Rice County Sports

Mike Novitsky Earns Repeat Selection to Rimington Trophy Watch List

Friday, August 4

Courtesy of the University of Kansas Athletics LAWRENCE, Kan. — For the third time as a Jayhawk and fourth time overall in his career, Kansas center Mike Novitsky has been named to the Rimington Trophy Watch List. The award is presented annually to the... Read More.

Bobby Witt Jr., Ryan Yarbrough named Royals Player/Pitcher of the Month for July

Friday, August 4

Courtesy of the Kansas City Royals KANSAS CITY, Mo. —The Kansas City Royals announced on Wednesday that infielder Bobby Witt Jr. and left-handed pitcher Ryan Yarbrough have been named Royals Player and Pitcher of the Month, respectively, for July. The awards are determined by a... Read More.

Doc Sadler Returns to Kansas Men’s Basketball Staff

Thursday, August 3

Courtesy of the University of Kansas Athletics LAWRENCE, Kan. (kuathletics.com) – Doc Sadler has returned to Kansas as senior advisor to the men’s basketball program, KU head coach Bill Self announced today.Sadler comes to Kansas after being on the staff at Oklahoma for the 2022-23... Read More.

Ragans Gets 1st Win with KC, Pitches Royals Past Mets 4-0 for Team’s 5th Straight Win

Thursday, August 3

By: Marc Bowman, AP News KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Cole Ragans pitched out of trouble for six spotless innings and the Kansas City Royals beat the New York Mets 4-0 on Wednesday night for their fifth consecutive victory, extending their longest winning streak in... Read More.

K-State Traveling to Israel, Abu Dhabi August 9-20

Thursday, August 3

Courtesy of Kansas State University MANHATTAN, Kan. (kstatesports.com) – The Kansas State men's basketball team will get a jump start on their preparations for the 2023-24 season with a historic 10-day trip to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, Israel and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates [UAE]... Read More.

Ohl’s Dominate Pitching Performance Leads Surge to Shutout Victory

Thursday, August 3

Courtesy of the Wichita Wind Surge WICHITA, Kan. (milb.com/wichita) - The only thing hotter than the 104 degrees first pitch temperature for tonight’s game was Pierson Ohl’s arm. He pitched one of the best performances this season at Riverfront stadium and led the Wind Surge... Read More.

Five Observations from Wednesday’s Practice | Chiefs Training Camp 8/2

Thursday, August 3

By: Matt McMullen, Chiefs Reporter ST. JOSEPH Mo. (chiefs.com) - The Kansas City Chiefs took the field for the ninth practice of training camp on Wednesday morning as the defending Super Bowl champions continued their preparation for the upcoming season.Here's a quick rundown of what... Read More.

Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List Includes KU’s Cobee Bryant

Wednesday, August 2

Courtesy of the University of Kansas Athletics LAWRENCE, Kan. (kuathletics.com) – Kansas junior cornerback Cobee Bryant is one of 96 defensive standouts from 70 schools to be recognized on the 2023 Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List, which was announced Tuesday.The Football Writers Association of America... Read More.

Royals Win 4th Straight, Rally Past Retooling Mets 7-6 on 10th-Inning Balk

Wednesday, August 2

By: Marc Bowman, AP News KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Josh Walker balked home the winning run in the 10th inning and the Kansas City Royals rallied past the New York Mets 7-6 on Tuesday night for their season-best fourth straight victory.Hours after the retooling... Read More.

Three Wildcats Named to FWAA Award Watch Lists

Wednesday, August 2

Courtesy of Kansas State University Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. (kstatesports.com) – Three Kansas State football players – Cooper Beebe, KT Leveston and Kobe Savage – landed on watch lists for awards presented by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), the... Read More.

Fajardo’s Home Run Pushes Surge Ahead of Drillers

Wednesday, August 2

Courtesy of the Wichita Wind Surge WICHITA, Kan. (milb.com/royals) – The Wichita Wind Surge got a two-run home run out of Yoyner Fajardo in the bottom of the second inning that proved to be the difference in the ball game against Tulsa. The Wichita Wind... Read More.

WSU Announces Your House on the Prairie Campaign

Tuesday, August 1

Courtesy of Wichita State University Athletics WICHITA, Kan. (goshockers.com) – Wichita State Athletics has announced a marketing campaign for the 2023-24 athletic season focused on providing Shocker fans a sense of ownership, belonging and pride within the program.The purpose of the "Your House on the Prairie"... Read More.