Free State

Free State seniors complete biggest goal, leave program as state champions

There were some nerves Friday ahead of the Free State baseball team’s 6A state tournament semifinal game. The Firebirds had been in that situation the previous two seasons, and both times came away on the short end of the stick, posting back-to-back third place finishes. “To be honest, I ...

Free State baseball overcomes slow start, defeats Washburn Rural 4-1 in state quarterfinal

There are three words that define postseason play: "Survive and advance." That’s exactly what the Free State baseball team (26-2) was able to do in the quarterfinal round of the 6A state tournament on Thursday morning at Hoglund Ballpark, defeating Washburn Rural, 4-1. Free State senior ...