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Howard Named to Maxwell Award Watch List

Tuesday, August 1

Courtesy of Kansas State Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. (kstatesports.com) – After guiding the Wildcats to a Big 12 Championship in 2022, Kansas State quarterback Will Howard was one of 85 players selected to the initial watch list for the 87th Maxwell Award as the outstanding player in college... Read More.

Kingman EMS and Rescue Chief Bieghler Named Recipient of 2023 Donald E. White Educator of the Year Award

Friday, July 28

KINGMAN, Kan. — Kingman EMS and Rescue Chief Zach Bieghler will be named the recipient of the 2023 Donald E. White Educator of the Year Award from the Kansas Emergency Medical Service Association at this year's Kansas EMS Association banquet on Aug 12, 2023.... Read More.

Great Bend High School Named 2023 All-Star School

Thursday, July 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Kansas Board of Regents recently published the list of 2023 All-Star High Schools, which included Great Bend High School. The “All-Star” designation is the culmination of numerous programs implemented by GBHS staff in the area of college and career... Read More.

Brigham Named Bulldogs’ New Director of Track and Field and Cross Country

Monday, July 17

Courtesy of McPherson College Athletics McPHERSON, Kan. (macbulldogs.com) — McPherson College has named Damien Brigham the new Director of Track and Field and Cross Country, athletic director Josh Daume announced Friday (July 14)."After a national search, we are excited to welcome Damien to McPherson College,"... Read More.

Ensey named CKEC Director and Assistant Professor of Business at Tabor College

Thursday, July 13

HILLSBORO, Kan. (Tabor.edu) – Jeremy Ensey (fs’92) has been named director of the Central Kansas Entrepreneurship Center and an assistant professor of business administration at Tabor College. He currently serves as the chief executive officer of St. Luke Hospital and Living Center and co-owner of... Read More.

Jalon Daniels Named Big 12 Preseason Offensive Player of the Year

Thursday, July 6

Courtesy of Kansas University Athletics IRVING, Texas (kuathletics.com) – Junior quarterback Jalon Daniels was named the Big 12 Conference Preseason Offensive Player of the Year on Wednesday, in addition to being named to the 2023 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Team, along with three of his... Read More.

Brian Tate Named Kansas Volleyball Assistant Coach

Monday, June 26

Courtesy of The University of Kansas Athletics LAWRENCE, Kan. (kuathletics.com) – Head Coach Ray Bechard has announced the addition of Brian Tate to the Kansas volleyball staff. Tate, who was previously a volunteer assistant in the program, will now be solidified on staff as an assistant... Read More.

Sterling College Softball Named 2022-23 KCAC Women’s Team of Character

Thursday, June 22

Courtesy of the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference WICHITA, Kan. (kcacsports.com) — The Sterling College softball team has been named the 2022-23 KCAC Women's Team of Character, the conference office announced Thursday. All KCAC Champions of Character Awards are presented by IMA Financial Group and Dissinger Reed.In their nomination for this award,... Read More.

Edmunson Named Honorable Mention NJCAA Baseball All-American

Tuesday, June 13

Hutchinson CC Sports Information (bluedragonsports.com) - Hutchinson Community College Baseball sophomore right-fielder Will Edmunson earned another honor after a tremendous season in 2023 on Monday by being named honorable mention on the NJCAA Division I All-America team.Edmunson's .454 batting average for the 2023 season was... Read More.

White Named a Finalist for College Male Athlete of the Year

Friday, June 9

By: McPherson College Athletics WICHITA, Kan. (macbulldogs.com) — McPherson College football standout Jonathan White has been named a finalist for the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission (GWASC) College Male Athlete of the Year.White led the nation in rushing yards per game (159.7) and broke the... Read More.

Jalon Daniels Named Scholar Athlete of the Year, Jayhawks Ascend Among Best Institutional Programs at 2023 INFLCR NIL Summit

Friday, June 9

By: The University of Kansas Athletics ATLANTA, Ga. (kuathletics.com) – Kansas Football’s Jalon Daniels was named the Male Scholar Athlete of the Year at the 2023 INFLCR NIL Summit in Atlanta this past weekend. The national award recognizes a student-athlete that achieved exceptional results in... Read More.

Lady Warrior Softball Named KCAC Team of Character

Thursday, June 8

By: Sterling College Athletics WICHITA, Kan. (scwarriors.com) — The Sterling College softball team has been awarded the KCAC Champions of Character Team of the Year honor for their sport in the 2022-23 season. Champions of Character award winners from each institution have also been chosen. The KCAC Team of Character and... Read More.