Free State

Wild run, record-breaking season lead to top All-Area boys soccer honors

After each high school sports season, the Journal-World takes nominations from coaches in the coverage area and selects a group of the top players in several sports. Here is a look at the 2021 All-Area boys soccer team. Coach of the Year – Jon Orndorff, Tonganoxie Finding a way to build ...

Class 4A state title sparks All-Area sweep for Eudora girls cross country squad

After each high school sports season, the Journal-World takes nominations from coaches in the coverage area and selects a group of the top players in several sports. Here is a look at the 2021 All-Area girls cross country team. Coach of the Year – Jim Barnard, Eudora Barnard led the Eudora ...

Bowen, Dineen lead 2021 All-Area football honorees

After each high school sports season, the Journal-World takes nominations from coaches in the coverage area and selects a group of the top players in several sports. Here is a look at the 2021 All-Area football team. Coach of the Year – Clint Bowen, Lawrence Back at his alma mater for ...

Firebirds remain unbeaten with 80-52 home win

The Free State High boys basketball team ousted Shawnee Mission Northwest, 80-52, on Friday night, giving the Firebirds their first home win on the season heading into the holiday break. Led by Jordan Brown’s 18 points and Mozae Downing’s 12, the Firebirds (5-0) took control of the game ...