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Young, but Developed, Experienced, and Talented; 2025 McPherson Bullpup Football Season Preview

Friday, August 1

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson Bullpups faced a roller coaster of a 2024 season as injuries and a tough schedule resulted in a 5-5 season.The teams McPherson lost to in the 2024 season finished with three or fewer losses, including in the playoffs. The first... Read More.

KU Adds High School Champs Wall to Stadium, Eyes State Title Games with K-State

Thursday, July 31

LAWRENCE, Kan. - Kansas Football added a special piece to David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium ahead of the conclusion of Phase I of renovations: A wall commemorating the current Kansas state champions in high school football.The Kansas Football social media announced the addition of the... Read More.

Date Set for 2025 McPherson High School Community Pep Rally

Tuesday, July 29

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School will begin the 2025 fall sports season in style with the annual McPherson High School Community Pep Rally.The 2025 pep rally will be Friday., Aug. 22 at the McPherson High School stadium. The stadium gates will open at around... Read More.

Little River High School Promotes Mantz to New Head Baseball Coach

Thursday, July 24

LITTLE RIVER, Kan. - Little River High School announced that assistant baseball coach Dean Mantz will be the school's new Head Baseball Coach starting in the spring 2026 season.Mantz has been the assistant coach for the Redskins since 2020, helping the team to a pair... 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.

Cosmosphere and Ad Astra Academies, USD 313 Launch Innovative STEAM Academy Partnership for Kansas High School Students

Tuesday, July 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 15, 2025) – The Cosmosphere International SciEd Center and Space Museum, in partnership with Ad Astra Academies and USD 313, is proud to announce the launch of the Ad Astra STEAM Academy, a bold new opportunity for Kansas high school students... Read More.

Ellinwood High School Volleyball Wins Summer Camp Championship in Nebraska

Tuesday, July 15

KEARNEY, Neb. - The Ellinwood High School Varsity Volleyball team finished their summer season at the University of Nebraska-Kearney (UNK), claiming the UNK A Division team camp title.The team finished pool play with a 14-2 record, performing against tough competition from Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Iowa,... Read More.

Addition of Javelin Specifications Highlight High School Track and Field Rules Revisions

Thursday, July 10

Article by NFHSWith 21 state associations now incorporating the javelin into outdoor track and field competition, the NFHS Track and Field Rules Committee voted to move the implement construction specifications into the Track and Field Rules Book, effective with the 2026 season.The addition... Read More.

Electronic Communication by Players Clarified in High School Softball

Thursday, July 10

Article by NFHSNo player shall be allowed to transmit or record audio or video from the playing surface in high school softball. This new language in Rule 1-8-6 of the NFHS Softball Rules Book further clarifies the use of electronic devices and what... Read More.

High School State Basketball Sites and Format Set for 2026 and 2027

Thursday, July 10

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSHSAACovered.com) - The KSHSAA State Basketball Tournament format and sites have been selected for the next two seasons. In 2026, the 1A Division I semifinals and finals will be played at United Wireless Arena in Dodge City. The 2A and 1A Division II semifinals and finals will be... Read More.

High School Baseball to Require Double First Base Starting 2027

Tuesday, July 8

INDIANAPOLIS (NFHS.org) - Beginning with the 2027 season, a double first base will be required in high school baseball games to minimize the risk of collisions by runners and fielders.This rule revision was one of 10 proposed by the NFHS Baseball Rules Committee during... Read More.

Vinnie Pasquantino Has 2 HRs, Career High 6 RBIs to Lift Royals over Diamondbacks 9-3

Saturday, July 5

PHOENIX (AP) - Vinnie Pasquantino homered twice and drove in a career-high six runs, Bobby Witt Jr. added three hits and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-3 on Friday night.The Royals have won three of their past four games. The D-backs have... Read More.