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15 Warriors recognized as NCCAA Scholar-Athletes

Wednesday, December 3

Sterling, Kan. – The National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) proudly announces the 2025 NAIA Scholar-Athletes for fall sports. This honor recognizes student-athletes in each of the fall sports who have excelled academically, including men's cross country, men's soccer, women's cross country, women's soccer... Read More.

Central Christian, Pretty Prairie, Fairfield Volleyball Players Recognized on HOPL Team

Tuesday, November 11

Reno County schools Hutchinson Central Christian, Pretty Prairie and Fairfield placed players on the 2025 Heart of the Plains All-League Volleyball Team.Hutchinson Central juniors Avery Kauffman and Reese Swanson were named to the First Team along with Fairfield’s Kenley Fowler and Pretty Prairie’s Kayleigh... Read More.

McPherson College Recognized on National Survey

Thursday, September 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College is a great place to work, according to a new survey by the Great Colleges to Work For® program. The results, featured in a special edition of The Chronicle of Higher Education, recognize McPherson College for the 11th consecutive... Read More.

Evergy Recognized as Carl R. Ice College of Engineering 2025 Company of the Year

Wednesday, September 24

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is honoring Evergy as its 2025 Company of the Year in recognition of Evergy's outstanding commitment to engineering education, professional excellence and community engagement.Evergy provides electricity to more than 1 million... Read More.

Record Breakers Rono, Kiprotich recognized by USTFCCCA

Tuesday, September 23

A pair of record-setting Hutchinson Community College cross country runners were recognized by the United States Track and Field & Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) for their weekend performances at the Missouri Southern Stampede.Blue Dragon men's sophomore runner Titus Kiprotich and women's freshman runner Read More.

10 Recognized in Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Monday, August 4

TOPEKA, Kan. - 10 individuals were officially inducted to the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Sat., Aug. 2 at Washburn University in Topeka.The honorees included former Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Wichita State Shockers, as well as honorees from local schools and small colleges.Listed below... Read More.

McPherson College Athletics Recognized as Volunteer of the Year

Wednesday, January 29

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson YMCA and McPherson Recreation Commission recognized the McPherson College Athletic Department as the 2024 Volunteer of the Year. An awards luncheon was held on January 28 at the McPherson Opera House.“Through unwavering dedication, compassionate hearts, and an unrelenting commitment... Read More.

Jayhawks Have 12 Recognized on All-Big 12 Football Teams

Thursday, December 5

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) – The Kansas Jayhawks had 12 players earn All-Big 12 recognition on Thursday, including three All-Big 12 First Team selections and the Co-Scholar-Athlete of the Year in redshirt junior quarterback Jalon Daniels.Three seniors were named to the All-Big 12 First Team... Read More.

CCC’s Coach Romero Recognized as HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week

Tuesday, November 26

McPHERSON, Kan. (CCCTigers.com) - Tony Romero, the head coach of the men's basketball team at Central Christian College in Kansas, has earned a well-deserved recognition as the NAIA Head Coach of the Week by HoopDirt.com. This prestigious honor highlights Romero's... Read More.

Two Kansas Schools Recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools: Sterling Grade School, Overbrook Attendance Center

Wednesday, November 20

By the Kansas State Department of Education TOPEKA, Kan. — The National ESEA Distinguished Schools Program has recognized two Kansas schools for exceptional student achievement in 2024.Sterling Grade School, Sterling USD 376, was recognized for Category 1: Exceptional student performance and academic growth for... Read More.

Kansas-Owned Businesses Recognized at Commerce’s ‘To The Stars’ Ceremony

Monday, October 7

By the Kansas Department of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 3, 2024) — Kansas businesses and entrepreneurs were honored Thursday night during the Kansas Department of Commerce’s 2024 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards ceremony at the Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau. The event... Read More.

McPherson Among Three KCAC Teams Recognized in Latest NAIA Women’s Volleyball Coaches’ Poll

Thursday, September 19

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCACSports.com) — Three teams from the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) were recognized in the latest edition of the NAIA Women's Volleyball Coaches' Poll, the national office announced Wednesday.Oklahoma Wesleyan University remained at No. 6, the spot they held in... Read More.