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Tom Keegan: Time to give Ryan Willis four quarters
By Tom Keegan, September 28, 2016
David Beaty keeps finding positives amid KU’s struggles
By Benton Smith, September 28, 2016
Like Xavier Henry before him, KU freshman Josh Jackson joining talented, experienced Kansas roster
By Matt Tait, September 28, 2016
Goebel, Hoopingarner pace FSHS golf at LHS Invite
Shane Jackson, September 29, 2016
King-Wilson leads FSHS to runner-up at quad
J-W Staff Report, September 29, 2016
Firebirds fall 3-2 at SM West
J-W Staff Report, September 29, 2016
Royals eliminated from postseason despite victory
Associated Press, September 29, 2016
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Tech N9ne to perform at KU’s Late Night in the Phog
By Matt Tait
September 29, 2016
KU officials confirmed that Kansas City-based rapper Tech N9ne will be performing at the 32nd annual Late Night in the Phog event, slated to start at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.
Royals top Twins in 11 innings
The Associated Press
September 28, 2016
Billy Burns entered as a pinch runner in the ninth, but ended it two innings later with his bat.
Tom Keegan: Any time is a good time to be on national television
By Tom Keegan
September 28, 2016
Kansas takes a 36-game road losing streak into Lubbock, which lends credence to the argument that this is not a good time for the Jayhawks to play on national TV. But what if the streak ends on national TV?
LHS soccer falls to SM South, 3-2
J-W Staff Report
September 28, 2016
Playing in its sixth straight road game, Lawrence High’s boys soccer team lost, 3-2, against Shawnee Mission South on Tuesday at SM South Stadium.
Relentless attack lifts FSHS soccer to 3-0 win
Evan Riggs
September 28, 2016
In the first 18 minutes of Tuesday’s match, the Free State boys soccer team dominated possession but had nothing to show for it. Instead of panicking and forcing the issue, the Firebirds continued their methodical attack featuring smart and precise passing along with smothering defense. By Evan Riggs
Block party: Free State sweeps Olathe South, Olathe East to push winning streak to 13
By Chris Duderstadt
September 28, 2016
Free State High volleyball coach Amy Hoffsommer was curious as to how her team would perform at its home triangular Tuesday after the Firebirds coasted to a first-place finish at the Topeka Seaman Invitational Saturday. Hoffsommer liked her team’s resounding answer, as the Firebirds swept Olathe South (25-16, 25-3) and Olathe East (25-9, 25-11) to push their winning streak to 13 matches.
Kliff Kingsbury warns Red Raiders not to overlook KU
By Benton Smith
September 28, 2016
Kliff Kingsbury carefully reviewed the video from his next opponent’s most recent outing and Texas Tech’s head football coach said he came away unconvinced Kansas actually is as bad as the score indicated in the Jayhawks’ 36-point loss at Memphis a week and a half ago. By Benton Smith
Graham, Jayhawks eyeing end of Boot Camp, arrival of Late Night
By Matt Tait
September 28, 2016
KU fans and Jayhawks alike are starting to get excited about Late Night in the Phog 2016, which is slated for 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse. By Matt Tait
LHS volleyball cruises at SMN tri
J-W Staff Report
September 28, 2016
Behind a balanced offensive attack, Lawrence High’s volleyball team swept Shawnee Mission North (25-11, 25-18) and Leavenworth (25-20, 25-21) in straight sets Tuesday at SM North.
Veritas volleyball goes 2-0 in Wichita
J-W Staff Report
September 28, 2016
The Veritas Christian volleyball team extended its winning streak to six matches by sweeping Derby Invasion (22-25, 25-21, 25-18) and WAHAA (25-23, 25-20) on the road Tuesday.
Seabury soccer falls in overtime
J-W Staff Report
September 28, 2016
Despite trailing by two goals against Topeka Cornerstone on Tuesday, Bishop Seabury’s boys soccer team rallied to force overtime, but lost on a golden goal, 4-3.
Seabury falls in four sets
J-W Staff Report
September 28, 2016
Bishop Seabury’s volleyball team fell in four sets Tuesday on the road against Heritage Christian, 25-13, 25-15, 22-25, 25-9.
Firebirds roll past Lions in City Showdown tennis dual
By Bobby Nightengale
September 28, 2016
Winning the first seven games at No. 1 singles Tuesday, Free State High sophomore Kate Piper showcased all of the different shots that frustrate opponents. With some extra motivation in the City Showdown, Piper rolled to wins in singles and doubles, helping the Firebirds to an 8-1 victory at Lawrence High. By Bobby Nightengale
Firebirds’ Hickman thrilled to commit to KU volleyball
By Bobby Nightengale
September 27, 2016
Last week, Free State High sophomore Rachel Hickman picked up a cake on her way to the University of Kansas athletic department, making an oral commitment to play volleyball for the Jayhawks. By Bobby Nightengale
Late goal lifts Lions to 1-0 victory
J-W Staff Report
September 27, 2016
With under 25 minutes left in regulation, Lawrence High senior Cain Scott snuck a shot into the back of the net, giving the LHS boys soccer team a 1-0 victory on the road at Gardner-Edgerton on Monday.
Chiefs pup Peters gets 2nd straight two-pick performance
Dave Skretta/Associated Press
September 27, 2016
Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson has played with dozens of cornerbacks over 12 years in the NFL.
Tom Keegan: Changes working for LHS football
By Tom Keegan
September 26, 2016
Lawrence High football coach Dirk Wedd’s young Lions are exceeding expectations and part of that can be traced to veteran coach Dirk Wedd opening up the offense and limiting players to one side of the football.

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