LAWRENCE, Kan. –&nbsp;Kansas football announced on Tuesday that Brandon Shelby has been named the Jayhawks’ defensive backs coach. Shelby joined KU in 2024 as an analyst following 13 seasons at Indiana.

“We’re excited to announce Brandon Shelby as our defensive backs coach,” head coach Lance Leipold said. “Brandon has a proven track record of developing and recruiting at a high level. He’s an experienced coach at the power-four level and did an excellent job this fall with our program and the development of our secondary. I am confident that he will do a great job in leading our defensive backs.”

Shelby has more than 18 years of coaching experience, following 13 years at Indiana. While at with the Hoosiers, Shelby served as Indiana’s assistant head coach/cornerbacks coach from 2021-23 and was a part of four bowl games in his time at Bloomington. Shelby was the fourth-longest tenured assistant coach in IU history, the longest-tenured cornerbacks coach in the Big Ten East, and the second-longest tenured assistant in the conference overall. Over his time in Bloomington, Shelby had four cornerbacks lead the league in pass breakups and three paced the conference in passes defended.

“I’m incredibly grateful to Coach Leipold for the opportunity to continue being a part of KU Football and contributing to such an exceptional program,” Shelby said. “As a member of the defensive staff, I’m excited to lead the secondary and mentor the student-athletes who proudly represent the crimson and blue. I’m eager to help build something truly remarkable here at KU. Let’s get to work – Rock Chalk!”

In 2020, Shelby coached Tiwan Mullen to become the first IU cornerback in program history to earn first team All-American honors. The Hoosiers led the conference and finished second nationally with 17 interceptions, eight of which were accounted for by cornerbacks.

Shelby served as Indiana’s cornerbacks coach from 2011-14 and 2016-20, coaching the secondary for one season in 2015. Prior to his time at Indiana, Shelby spent the 2010 season as cornerbacks coach at the University of Louisiana-Monroe.

In 2009, Shelby coached the secondary at Portland State University and managed the defensive backs at the University of San Diego in 2008.

Shelby began his coaching career at his alma mater, the University of Oklahoma, as a defensive assistant in 2006. The Sooners won the Big 12 Championship and went on to play in the Fiesta Bowl that season. Shelby spent the 2007 campaign as a graduate assistant at the University of Arizona before moving on to San Diego.

Shelby participated in the inaugural Future Coaches Academy in San Antonio in January 2007, a workshop held in conjunction with the NCAA, American Football Coaches Association, the Black Coaches Association, and the National Football League. He also completed a Bill Walsh NFL Minority Coaching Fellowship with the Houston Texans in June 2017.

Shelby was a standout defensive back at Oklahoma, where he participated in two BCS National Championship games and three-straight BCS bowl games. As a four-year letterman (2001-04), he earned both All-Big 12 honors and Academic All-Big 12 honors. In 2002, he tied a then-Oklahoma record with four sacks for a defensive back.

LAWRENCE, Kan. –&nbsp;Kansas football announced on Tuesday that Brandon Shelby has been named the Jayhawks’ defensive backs coach. Shelby joined KU in 2024 as an analyst following 13 seasons at Indiana.“We’re excited to announce Brandon Shelby as our defensive backs coach,” head coach Lance Leipold said. “Brandon has a proven track record of developing and recruiting at a high level. He’s an experienced coach at the power-four level and did an excellent job this fall with our program and the development of our secondary. I am confident that he will do a great job in leading our defensive backs.”Shelby has more than 18 years of coaching experience, following 13 years at Indiana. While at with the Hoosiers, Shelby served as Indiana’s assistant head coach/cornerbacks coach from 2021-23 and was a part of four bowl games in his time at Bloomington. Shelby was the fourth-longest tenured assistant coach in IU history, the longest-tenured cornerbacks coach in the Big Ten East, and the second-longest tenured assistant in the conference overall. Over his time in Bloomington, Shelby had four cornerbacks lead the league in pass breakups and three paced the conference in passes defended.“I’m incredibly grateful to Coach Leipold for the opportunity to continue being a part of KU Football and contributing to such an exceptional program,” Shelby said. “As a member of the defensive staff, I’m excited to lead the secondary and mentor the student-athletes who proudly represent the crimson and blue. I’m eager to help build something truly remarkable here at KU. Let’s get to work – Rock Chalk!”In 2020, Shelby coached Tiwan Mullen to become the first IU cornerback in program history to earn first team All-American honors. The Hoosiers led the conference and finished second nationally with 17 interceptions, eight of which were accounted for by cornerbacks.Shelby served as Indiana’s cornerbacks coach from 2011-14 and 2016-20, coaching the secondary for one season in 2015. Prior to his time at Indiana, Shelby spent the 2010 season as cornerbacks coach at the University of Louisiana-Monroe.In 2009, Shelby coached the secondary at Portland State University and managed the defensive backs at the University of San Diego in 2008.Shelby began his coaching career at his alma mater, the University of Oklahoma, as a defensive assistant in 2006. The Sooners won the Big 12 Championship and went on to play in the Fiesta Bowl that season. Shelby spent the 2007 campaign as a graduate assistant at the University of Arizona before moving on to San Diego.Shelby participated in the inaugural Future Coaches Academy in San Antonio in January 2007, a workshop held in conjunction with the NCAA, American Football Coaches Association, the Black Coaches Association, and the National Football League. He also completed a Bill Walsh NFL Minority Coaching Fellowship with the Houston Texans in June 2017.Shelby was a standout defensive back at Oklahoma, where he participated in two BCS National Championship games and three-straight BCS bowl games. As a four-year letterman (2001-04), he earned both All-Big 12 honors and Academic All-Big 12 honors. In 2002, he tied a then-Oklahoma record with four sacks for a defensive back.

Brandon Shelby Named Kansas Football Defensive Backs Coach

For the fourth year, the KSHSAA and Capitol Federal Foundation ® will award&nbsp;True Blue Scholarships&nbsp;intended to support Kansas High School graduates in postsecondary efforts. This one-time scholarship is for students graduating during the 2024-25 school year. These funds will be made payable to a two-year or four-year accredited college, university or technical school in the name of the selected student. Awards are non-renewable, one-time scholarships in the amount of $2,000 provided for a student in each activity administered by the KSHSAA. You may contact the KSHSAA at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:%20kshsaa@kshsaa.org" target="_blank">kshsaa@kshsaa.org</a>&nbsp;or 785-273-5329 with any questions.

EligibilityStudents must be seniors attending and graduating from a member school of the Kansas State High School Activities Association during the 2024-25 school year and have rostered in the chosen activity their senior year. They must be considered as students in good standing as confirmed by their building principal. Students must enroll and attend a post-secondary institution of their choice as a full-time student within two years of graduation. Applicants must be in their final semester of high school. If you are a Division I bound athlete, please check with your institution about eligibility for this scholarship before applying.

Selection CriteriaThe student will be selected based upon an assessment of the following components:

·&nbsp;Length of service in the community

·&nbsp;Cumulative GPA through 7 semesters

·&nbsp;Academic awards from school or others

·&nbsp;College Prep/Honors level classes

Breadth of school activity participation (20%)

·&nbsp;Number of full seasons/years in each activity

·&nbsp;Number of KSHSAA sponsored activities

·&nbsp;Number of other school sponsored activities

·&nbsp;All components of the application must be submitted digitally by 11:00 p.m. on March 3, 2025. Failure to complete submission by designated deadline will make the student ineligible for the scholarship.

·&nbsp;Scholarships will be awarded in categories noted online. Even though the student may participate in multiple activities,&nbsp;they may only apply for one category award&nbsp;(one application per student).

·&nbsp;The student shall submit a scholarship application which reflects school activity participation; this component is reviewed by a school or district administrator.

·&nbsp;The student shall complete an essay of no more than 500 words in response to the following prompt: "How participation in school activities has helped me become a better citizen."

·&nbsp;The student shall submit one reference letter reflective of community service completed by the student during their high school career.

·&nbsp;The student shall submit an official seven-semester high school transcript.

·&nbsp;The student and parent shall provide appropriate release to the selection committee to review the application materials and to approve using the name and image in local and social media if the student is selected as a scholarship winner.

·&nbsp;Applications may be submitted during the open application period of December 16, 2025, to March 3, 2025.

True Blue KSHSAA Scholarship Categories for all KSHSAA Activities

·&nbsp;34 total scholarships, payable to post-secondary institution

For the fourth year, the KSHSAA and Capitol Federal Foundation ® will award&nbsp;True Blue Scholarships&nbsp;intended to support Kansas High School graduates in postsecondary efforts. This one-time scholarship is for students graduating during the 2024-25 school year. These funds will be made payable to a two-year or four-year accredited college, university or technical school in the name of the selected student. Awards are non-renewable, one-time scholarships in the amount of $2,000 provided for a student in each activity administered by the KSHSAA. You may contact the KSHSAA at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:%20kshsaa@kshsaa.org" target="_blank">kshsaa@kshsaa.org</a>&nbsp;or 785-273-5329 with any questions.EligibilityStudents must be seniors attending and graduating from a member school of the Kansas State High School Activities Association during the 2024-25 school year and have rostered in the chosen activity their senior year. They must be considered as students in good standing as confirmed by their building principal. Students must enroll and attend a post-secondary institution of their choice as a full-time student within two years of graduation. Applicants must be in their final semester of high school. If you are a Division I bound athlete, please check with your institution about eligibility for this scholarship before applying.Selection CriteriaThe student will be selected based upon an assessment of the following components:Community Service (30%)·&nbsp;Length of service in school·&nbsp;Length of service in the community·&nbsp;Variety of service in school·&nbsp;Variety of service in communityAcademic achievement (30%)·&nbsp;Cumulative GPA through 7 semesters·&nbsp;Standardized test scores·&nbsp;Academic awards from school or others·&nbsp;College Prep/Honors level classesBreadth of school activity participation (20%)·&nbsp;Number of full seasons/years in each activity·&nbsp;Number of KSHSAA sponsored activities·&nbsp;Number of other school sponsored activitiesActivity achievement (20%)·&nbsp;Varsity level participation·&nbsp;Varsity letters earned·&nbsp;All-league honors·&nbsp;All-state honorsApplication Process·&nbsp;All components of the application must be submitted digitally by 11:00 p.m. on March 3, 2025. Failure to complete submission by designated deadline will make the student ineligible for the scholarship.·&nbsp;Scholarships will be awarded in categories noted online. Even though the student may participate in multiple activities,&nbsp;they may only apply for one category award&nbsp;(one application per student).·&nbsp;The student shall submit a scholarship application which reflects school activity participation; this component is reviewed by a school or district administrator.·&nbsp;The student shall complete an essay of no more than 500 words in response to the following prompt: "How participation in school activities has helped me become a better citizen."·&nbsp;The student shall submit one reference letter reflective of community service completed by the student during their high school career.·&nbsp;The student shall submit an official seven-semester high school transcript.·&nbsp;The student and parent shall provide appropriate release to the selection committee to review the application materials and to approve using the name and image in local and social media if the student is selected as a scholarship winner.·&nbsp;Applications may be submitted during the open application period of December 16, 2025, to March 3, 2025.True Blue KSHSAA Scholarship Categories for all KSHSAA Activities·&nbsp;34 total scholarships, payable to post-secondary institution

True Blue ® KSHSAA Scholarship Application Process

Chicago, IL&nbsp;–&nbsp;December 16, 2024&nbsp;– Arena Football One (AF1), the premier 50-yard football league, is excited to announce its management team for the 2025 season. This seasoned and experienced group of football and business executives will lead the league into a new era of exciting, fast-paced action.

"We've assembled a world-class team of individuals who are dedicated to delivering an exceptional product on and off of the field," said Commissioner Jeff Fisher. "AF1 will showcase exciting, high-scoring football that will captivate and entertain fans of all ages."

Last week, VICE Media announced that its recently launched VICE Sports brand will have a broadcast relationship with the League. AF1 will continue to unveil exciting announcements regarding corporate partnerships, scheduling,&nbsp; and additional broadcast partnerships.

"We're committed to the future of the 50-yard game and establishing a sustainable growth path while delivering an unforgettable fan experience," stated CEO Jerry Kurz. "The next three months will be filled with exciting announcements that will shape the future of Arena Football. Our partnerships will help us connect with a younger generation while staying true to the heart and soul of the game."

As the 2025 season approaches, “Arena Football is more than just a game; it’s a non-stop and action-packed family experience offering access to key demographics in markets throughout the country,” said President of Business Operations Jared Widman. “We are committed to offering tremendous value to our partners and broadcast rights holders. We can’t wait to share the excitement with the world.”

The League recently launched its online store at&nbsp;<a href="http://shop.theaf1.com/" target="_blank">shop.theaf1.com</a>&nbsp;with a collection of team hoodies. Additional items will be added closer to the start of the 2025 season.

For more information on Arena Football One, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theaf1.com/" target="_blank">https://www.theaf1.com/</a>or follow us on social media:

Chicago, IL&nbsp;–&nbsp;December 16, 2024&nbsp;– Arena Football One (AF1), the premier 50-yard football league, is excited to announce its management team for the 2025 season. This seasoned and experienced group of football and business executives will lead the league into a new era of exciting, fast-paced action.Key Management Team Members:<ul>
 <li>Jeff Fisher, Commissioner:&nbsp;A legendary figure in the NFL, Fisher brings decades of experience and a passion for the game to the AF1.</li><li>Jerry Kurz, CEO:&nbsp;Kurz's five decades of leadership in Arena Football will drive the league's growth and success.</li><li>Jared Widman, President of Business Operations &amp; CSO:&nbsp;Widman will lead the league's business development, strategy, marketing, and partnerships efforts.</li><li>Christie McEwen, President of League &amp; Team Operations:&nbsp;McEwen will oversee all aspects of league and team operations, includ ing player personnel, game operations, and fan experience.</li><li>Gary Compton, Director of Football Operations:&nbsp;Compton will oversee all football operations, including rule enforcement, officiating, and player discipline.</li>
 </ul>"We've assembled a world-class team of individuals who are dedicated to delivering an exceptional product on and off of the field," said Commissioner Jeff Fisher. "AF1 will showcase exciting, high-scoring football that will captivate and entertain fans of all ages."Last week, VICE Media announced that its recently launched VICE Sports brand will have a broadcast relationship with the League. AF1 will continue to unveil exciting announcements regarding corporate partnerships, scheduling,&nbsp; and additional broadcast partnerships."We're committed to the future of the 50-yard game and establishing a sustainable growth path while delivering an unforgettable fan experience," stated CEO Jerry Kurz. "The next three months will be filled with exciting announcements that will shape the future of Arena Football. Our partnerships will help us connect with a younger generation while staying true to the heart and soul of the game."As the 2025 season approaches, “Arena Football is more than just a game; it’s a non-stop and action-packed family experience offering access to key demographics in markets throughout the country,” said President of Business Operations Jared Widman. “We are committed to offering tremendous value to our partners and broadcast rights holders. We can’t wait to share the excitement with the world.”The League recently launched its online store at&nbsp;<a href="http://shop.theaf1.com/" target="_blank">shop.theaf1.com</a>&nbsp;with a collection of team hoodies. Additional items will be added closer to the start of the 2025 season.For more information on Arena Football One, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theaf1.com/" target="_blank">https://www.theaf1.com/</a>or follow us on social media:<ul>
 <li>X:&nbsp;af1football</li><li>Instagram:&nbsp;af1football</li><li>Facebook:&nbsp;AF1</li><li>Tik Tok:&nbsp;af1football</li>
 </ul>

Arena Football One announces 2025 management team

LAWRENCE, Kan. –&nbsp;Kansas senior cornerback Mello Dotson earned his second All-America honor as he was named a Third Team All-American by the Associated Press (AP) on Monday.

The All-America honor marks Dotson’s second of his career after being named Walter Camp Second Team All-America on Dec. 12. Dotson becomes Kansas’ 25th All-America honor all-time and the first since Joe Dineen was named AP Second Team All-America in 2018. Dotson also becomes the 13th Jayhawk to earn multiple All-America honors over their career.

Along with Dotson, senior cornerback Cobee Bryant was named a Second Team All-American by the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) on Dec. 13, making Dotson and Bryant the first Kansas cornerback duo to earn All-America honors in the same season.

Dotson’s senior season was highlighted by his five interceptions, which led the Big 12 Conference and were tied for the third-most among cornerbacks nationally. In addition, Dotson recorded 49 tackles, 12 pass deflections and two interceptions returned for touchdowns, which were tied for the most nationally.

Over his career, Dotson totaled 12 interceptions, 177 total tackles and 37 passes defended. Dotson’s four interceptions returned for touchdowns set the Kansas school record.

Following the 2024 season, Dotson was named First Team All-Big 12 and Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year Honorable Mention. Dotson’s performance vs. No. 17 Iowa State, which included a 25-yard interception return for a touchdown, earned him the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award Defensive Back of the Week and Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week honors.

Kansas Associated Press All-Americans All-Time

1975 - Nolan Cromwell (Honorable Mention)

LAWRENCE, Kan. –&nbsp;Kansas senior cornerback Mello Dotson earned his second All-America honor as he was named a Third Team All-American by the Associated Press (AP) on Monday.The All-America honor marks Dotson’s second of his career after being named Walter Camp Second Team All-America on Dec. 12. Dotson becomes Kansas’ 25th All-America honor all-time and the first since Joe Dineen was named AP Second Team All-America in 2018. Dotson also becomes the 13th Jayhawk to earn multiple All-America honors over their career.Along with Dotson, senior cornerback Cobee Bryant was named a Second Team All-American by the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) on Dec. 13, making Dotson and Bryant the first Kansas cornerback duo to earn All-America honors in the same season.Dotson’s senior season was highlighted by his five interceptions, which led the Big 12 Conference and were tied for the third-most among cornerbacks nationally. In addition, Dotson recorded 49 tackles, 12 pass deflections and two interceptions returned for touchdowns, which were tied for the most nationally.Over his career, Dotson totaled 12 interceptions, 177 total tackles and 37 passes defended. Dotson’s four interceptions returned for touchdowns set the Kansas school record.Following the 2024 season, Dotson was named First Team All-Big 12 and Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year Honorable Mention. Dotson’s performance vs. No. 17 Iowa State, which included a 25-yard interception return for a touchdown, earned him the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award Defensive Back of the Week and Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week honors.Kansas Associated Press All-Americans All-Time2024 – Mello Dotson (Third Team)2018 - Joe Dineen Jr. (Second Team)2007 - James McClinton (Second Team)2007 - Anthony Collins (First Team)2007 - Aqib Talib (First Team)2005 - Nick Reid (Third Team)2004 - Charles Gordon (Third Team)1992 - Dana Stubblefield (Second Team)1991 - Tony Sands (Third Team)1984 - Willie Pless (Second Team)1983 - Bruce Kallmeyer (First Team)1975 - Nolan Cromwell (Honorable Mention)1973 - David Jaynes (First Team)1968 - Bobby Douglass (First Team)1964 - Gale Sayers (First Team)1963 - Gale Sayers (First Team)1961 - John Hadl (First Team)1960 - John Hadl (First Team)1952 - Oliver Spencer (First Team)1952 - Gil Reich (First Team)1951 - George Mrkonic (First Team)1947 - Otto Schnellbacher (First Team)1947 - Ray Evans (First Team)

Mello Dotson Named Associated Press Third Team All-America

KANSAS CITY, Mo. –&nbsp;Arrowhead Events, the special events arm of the Kansas City Chiefs, announced today that the University of Cincinnati will take on the University of Nebraska at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium – home of the Chiefs – on Thursday, August 28.

This face-off between the Bearcats and the Cornhuskers marks the first meeting of the two programs since 1906, when the Cornhuskers defeated the Bearcats 41-0. The University of Cincinnati will serve as the designated home team in Kansas City. This game was originally scheduled for 2020 as part of a home-and-home series but was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The two games have been rescheduled for the 2025 and 2033 seasons.

“Arrowhead Events is excited to once again host major college football at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, this time welcoming Cincinnati as they battle Nebraska,” Executive Vice President of Arrowhead Operations and Events Matt Kenny said. “Our stadium is an iconic sports and entertainment destination and we’re eager to create another unforgettable experience for both teams and their fans. Geographically, we find ourselves at the intersection of major college football conferences, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the spirit of college football and seeing the stands filled with energy for this Big Ten vs. Big 12 showdown next year.”

“Opening the 2025 season at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is an incredible chance to showcase Bearcats football in one of the NFL’s most iconic venues,” University of Cincinnati Director of Athletics John Cunningham said. “This game is a unique opportunity that not only significantly benefits the program financially but also puts the Bearcats in the national spotlight. This matchup reflects our commitment to thinking big and maximizing possibilities for our program in the ever-changing college athletics landscape.”

“We are pleased to partner with the University of Cincinnati and the Kansas City Chiefs to bring our 2025 season-opening matchup to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium,” University of Nebraska Director of Athletics Troy Dannen said. “Since arriving at Nebraska, one constant message I have heard from our fans is they miss having road football games that are within driving distance. This game offers an excellent opportunity for our great fan base to make a short trip to watch the Huskers open the season and enjoy Labor Day weekend in Kansas City.”

Single-game tickets will go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18. All tickets will be sold online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/tickets/" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/tickets/</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/" target="_blank">www.ticketmaster.com</a>. Suites, pregame tailgates and other premium hospitality options will also be available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com</a>.

In continuation of the club’s long-standing policy that honors the commitment of the residents of Jackson County, Missouri, Jackson County taxpayers will have a presale opportunity to purchase at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17. The Jackson County taxpayer presale will take place online only and purchasers must use a credit card with a billing zip code within Jackson County to participate.

Chiefs Season Ticket Members will be provided an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets beginning at noon on Tuesday, December 17. Information on how to participate will be communicated directly to Season Ticket Members via email.

Cincinnati and Nebraska Season Ticket Members, donors and students will have an exclusive presale starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17. Information on the university presales will be emailed directly from the respective university. Limited student tickets will be held for sale at a later date.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. –&nbsp;Arrowhead Events, the special events arm of the Kansas City Chiefs, announced today that the University of Cincinnati will take on the University of Nebraska at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium – home of the Chiefs – on Thursday, August 28.This face-off between the Bearcats and the Cornhuskers marks the first meeting of the two programs since 1906, when the Cornhuskers defeated the Bearcats 41-0. The University of Cincinnati will serve as the designated home team in Kansas City. This game was originally scheduled for 2020 as part of a home-and-home series but was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The two games have been rescheduled for the 2025 and 2033 seasons.“Arrowhead Events is excited to once again host major college football at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, this time welcoming Cincinnati as they battle Nebraska,” Executive Vice President of Arrowhead Operations and Events Matt Kenny said. “Our stadium is an iconic sports and entertainment destination and we’re eager to create another unforgettable experience for both teams and their fans. Geographically, we find ourselves at the intersection of major college football conferences, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the spirit of college football and seeing the stands filled with energy for this Big Ten vs. Big 12 showdown next year.”“Opening the 2025 season at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is an incredible chance to showcase Bearcats football in one of the NFL’s most iconic venues,” University of Cincinnati Director of Athletics John Cunningham said. “This game is a unique opportunity that not only significantly benefits the program financially but also puts the Bearcats in the national spotlight. This matchup reflects our commitment to thinking big and maximizing possibilities for our program in the ever-changing college athletics landscape.”“We are pleased to partner with the University of Cincinnati and the Kansas City Chiefs to bring our 2025 season-opening matchup to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium,” University of Nebraska Director of Athletics Troy Dannen said. “Since arriving at Nebraska, one constant message I have heard from our fans is they miss having road football games that are within driving distance. This game offers an excellent opportunity for our great fan base to make a short trip to watch the Huskers open the season and enjoy Labor Day weekend in Kansas City.”Single-game tickets will go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18. All tickets will be sold online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/tickets/" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/tickets/</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/" target="_blank">www.ticketmaster.com</a>. Suites, pregame tailgates and other premium hospitality options will also be available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com</a>.In continuation of the club’s long-standing policy that honors the commitment of the residents of Jackson County, Missouri, Jackson County taxpayers will have a presale opportunity to purchase at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17. The Jackson County taxpayer presale will take place online only and purchasers must use a credit card with a billing zip code within Jackson County to participate.Chiefs Season Ticket Members will be provided an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets beginning at noon on Tuesday, December 17. Information on how to participate will be communicated directly to Season Ticket Members via email.Cincinnati and Nebraska Season Ticket Members, donors and students will have an exclusive presale starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17. Information on the university presales will be emailed directly from the respective university. Limited student tickets will be held for sale at a later date.

GEHA Field at Arrowhead to host Cincinnati vs. Nebraska in August 2025

CLEVELAND (AP) — The only thing the Chiefs had to worry about in the final minutes Sunday was Patrick Mahomes' ankle.

Mahomes threw two touchdown passes before limping off with an injury in the fourth quarter, Xavier Worthy ran for a score and Kansas City finally had a relatively easy win, 21-7 over the mistake-prone Cleveland Browns.

Mahomes connected for TDs in the first half&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Chiefs/status/1868357953780396068">with Juju Smith-Schuster</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Chiefs/status/1868373621355274266">Noah Gray</a>&nbsp;as the Chiefs (13-1) built a 21-0 lead and then slogged their way through an ugly second half.

The defending Super Bowl champions have 10 wins by seven points or less, with six coming on the game's final play.

Mahomes didn't finish the game, leaving when he got his ankle rolled up on while being tackled. Carson Wentz replaced him for the final 5:23. Mahomes finished 19 of 38 for 159 yards.

After the game, Mahomes said X-rays were negative. He said he would have lobbied harder to stay in if the Browns had gotten within one score.

“We'll get into the rehab part, the treatment part and try to get back on a short week,” said Mahomes, noting the Chiefs will play again Saturday — the second of three games in 11 days. “With all the adrenaline from the game, it's hard to tell now (if he can play). Usually, it's the day after when you get a good sense of it."

Mahomes was driven to the Chiefs' buses on a cart.

Coach Andy Reid was relieved Mahomes was not more seriously hurt.

“It's not broken, that's all I can tell you,” Reid said. “We'll have to see how it goes down the road.”

The Browns (3-11) tried to put up a fight, but had six turnovers. Other than a&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Browns/status/1868390624145088796">62-yard TD run from Jerome Ford</a>, Cleveland had few offensive highlights and too many self-inflicted miscues.

Jameis Winston threw more three interceptions — two in the end zone to give him eight in his last three games — and the Browns had two fumbles. The five turnovers made things much easier on Mahomes and the Chiefs, not that they needed a lot of help.

Cleveland running back Nick Chubb suffered a broken foot. It's another setback for the star, who had a devastating knee injury last season.

Winston was pulled after his third pick and replaced by second-year QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who also was intercepted. Coach Kevin Stefanski would not commit to a starter for next week.

“You can't have six turnovers and win,” Stefanski said. “At any level.”

Cleveland's Jerry Jeudy had 11 catches for 108 yards and went over 1,000 for the season.

The Chiefs' second TD — Mahomes' 6-yard pass to Gray with 4:46 left in the first half — came on the same play Browns&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Reflog_18/status/1868374001279795655">star defensive end Myles Garrett left the field in extreme pain</a>&nbsp;with an apparent eye injury.

Garrett was rushing Mahomes and being blocked by Chiefs left tackle Joe Thuney when he suddenly stopped. The league's reigning Defensive Player of the Year immediately grabbed his face mask and pulled off his helmet, flinging it away before dropping to the turf.

He was face down for several minutes before being helped off. As Garrett walked toward the locker room holding a towel to his face, Thuney came over and patted him on the back. Garrett was only gone for a short period before he ran back on to the field and finished the game.

The Chiefs took a 21-0 lead early in the third, capitalizing on a pick by Winston that went off Chubb's hands. Four plays later, Worthy took a deep pitch from Mahomes, turned the corner and scored.

Kansas City's first score was set up by Cleveland's first turnover.

After the Browns forced a three-and-out on Kansas City's first possession, Cleveland's James Proche II fumbled during a punt return and the Chiefs recovered at the 21.

Mahomes then connected with Schuster for a 7-yard TD with 12:12 left in the first quarter.

Taylor Swift ended her world tour. She decided not to hit the road in the NFL just yet.

The pop superstar had been expected to attend the game to cheer on boyfriend Travis Kelce, the Chiefs tight end who grew up in Cleveland. But Swift, who turned 35 on Friday, wasn't on hand despite rumors she would make an appearance.

Taylor has been at several Chiefs games in Kansas City the past two seasons since she began dating Kelce.

Chiefs: S Chamarri Conner suffered a concussion while making a tackle in the second quarter. ... Kelce came up limping after an early play, but walked it off and stayed in. He left the locker room before reporters had access.

Browns: CB Martin Emerson Jr. went to the locker room in the second quarter to be evaluated for a concussion. He did not return. ... DT Shelby Harris (elbow) went out in the second quarter.

Chiefs: Host Houston on Dec. 21 before visiting Pittsburgh on Christmas Day.

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 </figure>CLEVELAND (AP) — The only thing the Chiefs had to worry about in the final minutes Sunday was Patrick Mahomes' ankle.Mahomes threw two touchdown passes before limping off with an injury in the fourth quarter, Xavier Worthy ran for a score and Kansas City finally had a relatively easy win, 21-7 over the mistake-prone Cleveland Browns.Mahomes connected for TDs in the first half&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Chiefs/status/1868357953780396068">with Juju Smith-Schuster</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Chiefs/status/1868373621355274266">Noah Gray</a>&nbsp;as the Chiefs (13-1) built a 21-0 lead and then slogged their way through an ugly second half.The defending Super Bowl champions have 10 wins by seven points or less, with six coming on the game's final play.Mahomes didn't finish the game, leaving when he got his ankle rolled up on while being tackled. Carson Wentz replaced him for the final 5:23. Mahomes finished 19 of 38 for 159 yards.After the game, Mahomes said X-rays were negative. He said he would have lobbied harder to stay in if the Browns had gotten within one score.“We'll get into the rehab part, the treatment part and try to get back on a short week,” said Mahomes, noting the Chiefs will play again Saturday — the second of three games in 11 days. “With all the adrenaline from the game, it's hard to tell now (if he can play). Usually, it's the day after when you get a good sense of it."Mahomes was driven to the Chiefs' buses on a cart.Coach Andy Reid was relieved Mahomes was not more seriously hurt.“It's not broken, that's all I can tell you,” Reid said. “We'll have to see how it goes down the road.”The Browns (3-11) tried to put up a fight, but had six turnovers. Other than a&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Browns/status/1868390624145088796">62-yard TD run from Jerome Ford</a>, Cleveland had few offensive highlights and too many self-inflicted miscues.Jameis Winston threw more three interceptions — two in the end zone to give him eight in his last three games — and the Browns had two fumbles. The five turnovers made things much easier on Mahomes and the Chiefs, not that they needed a lot of help.Cleveland running back Nick Chubb suffered a broken foot. It's another setback for the star, who had a devastating knee injury last season.Winston was pulled after his third pick and replaced by second-year QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who also was intercepted. Coach Kevin Stefanski would not commit to a starter for next week.“You can't have six turnovers and win,” Stefanski said. “At any level.”Cleveland's Jerry Jeudy had 11 catches for 108 yards and went over 1,000 for the season.The Chiefs' second TD — Mahomes' 6-yard pass to Gray with 4:46 left in the first half — came on the same play Browns&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Reflog_18/status/1868374001279795655">star defensive end Myles Garrett left the field in extreme pain</a>&nbsp;with an apparent eye injury.Garrett was rushing Mahomes and being blocked by Chiefs left tackle Joe Thuney when he suddenly stopped. The league's reigning Defensive Player of the Year immediately grabbed his face mask and pulled off his helmet, flinging it away before dropping to the turf.He was face down for several minutes before being helped off. As Garrett walked toward the locker room holding a towel to his face, Thuney came over and patted him on the back. Garrett was only gone for a short period before he ran back on to the field and finished the game.The Chiefs took a 21-0 lead early in the third, capitalizing on a pick by Winston that went off Chubb's hands. Four plays later, Worthy took a deep pitch from Mahomes, turned the corner and scored.Kansas City's first score was set up by Cleveland's first turnover.After the Browns forced a three-and-out on Kansas City's first possession, Cleveland's James Proche II fumbled during a punt return and the Chiefs recovered at the 21.Mahomes then connected with Schuster for a 7-yard TD with 12:12 left in the first quarter.<h2>Notable no-show</h2>Taylor Swift ended her world tour. She decided not to hit the road in the NFL just yet.The pop superstar had been expected to attend the game to cheer on boyfriend Travis Kelce, the Chiefs tight end who grew up in Cleveland. But Swift, who turned 35 on Friday, wasn't on hand despite rumors she would make an appearance.Taylor has been at several Chiefs games in Kansas City the past two seasons since she began dating Kelce.<h2>Injuries</h2>Chiefs: S Chamarri Conner suffered a concussion while making a tackle in the second quarter. ... Kelce came up limping after an early play, but walked it off and stayed in. He left the locker room before reporters had access.Browns: CB Martin Emerson Jr. went to the locker room in the second quarter to be evaluated for a concussion. He did not return. ... DT Shelby Harris (elbow) went out in the second quarter.<h2>Up next</h2>Chiefs: Host Houston on Dec. 21 before visiting Pittsburgh on Christmas Day.Browns: At Cincinnati on Sunday.

🏈Mahomes exits Chiefs victory over Browns with ankle injury

SEWARD, Neb. - Kansas Wesleyan Women's Indoor Track and Field competed in the final meet of the 2024 calendar year on Saturday at the Concordia Early Bird inside Walz Fieldhouse. The Coyotes came away with more outstanding performances heading into the semester break.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/adf79e43-6649-4731-9514-138927c78c27?elinkdata=16734">Joni Schroeder</a> won the mile run with a time of 5:32.05 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b7c91afb-d5da-4cd9-8105-b0e908949bbc?elinkdata=16734">Makayla Little</a> was second with a time of 5:58.54.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/c161e159-ce39-4dc4-ba0c-00d8f5ffc7cf?elinkdata=16734">Lauryn Mikkelson</a> was third in the 600m run wit ha time of 1:46.05 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/6d167d3a-c2a9-470f-8046-1c0c60eba301?elinkdata=16734">Ava Kenyon</a> was fourth in 1:46.75.

The 4x400m relay team of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/3284ae53-7f69-4cb2-8bc3-759afad2f5bf?elinkdata=16734">Lauryn Mikkelson</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ef67b227-2416-471b-83e1-5b1555a15fc3?elinkdata=16734">Joni Schroeder</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/00cdf7fa-621c-43b9-8840-b1c640fd7543?elinkdata=16734">Ava Kenyon</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/04686bd3-4160-40ca-ba9b-b5ff00c3a7ee?elinkdata=16734">Mayce Russell</a> set a new school record with a time of 4:15.19 while finishing fourth.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2cf2a349-6039-4f6b-9e5c-6a2509bbe9e3?elinkdata=16734">Emma McAlister</a> was fifth in the 1000m run with a time of 3:30.33.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/667e1aab-ad5e-4411-8308-2e113cb80c07?elinkdata=16734">Mayce Russell</a> was ninth in the 400m with a time of 65.07 seconds.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/82d4b92f-543e-4f3c-9b48-fc073040b15a?elinkdata=16734">Elizabeth Stout</a> was ninth in the shot put with a mark of 11.87m, and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/d23f7cd4-0b0b-4bdd-9cd9-0a2035267402?elinkdata=16734">Aunisty McNeal</a> was 15th with a mark of 10.72m.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/9a829aa1-55f7-47ca-ad8f-2a7299c28bf0?elinkdata=16734">Markyla Shaw</a> was 14th in the long jump with a mark of 4.70m.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/098795c5-da14-4b14-ad84-5038c9f84846?elinkdata=16734">Markyla Shaw</a> finished 17th in the 60m dash with a time of 8.30 seconds.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ea746f68-46a1-4ae9-a391-a1821959c5a3?elinkdata=16734">Markyla Shaw</a> finished 21st in the in the 200m with a time of 27.96 seconds.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2dfc2aab-baea-414b-a25e-525551703da1?elinkdata=16734">Elizabeth Stout</a> was 20th in the weight throw with a mark of 12.36m, Roselyn Torres was 28th with a mark of 10.80m and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/d04aa35d-995b-4c28-bc8c-4f96d8854ef2?elinkdata=16734">Aunisty McNeal</a> was 31st with a mark of 9.59m.

Kansas Wesleyan Men's Indoor Track and Field also competed in the final meet of the 2024 calendar year on Saturday at the Concordia Early Bird inside Walz Fieldhouse. The Coyotes came away with more outstanding performances heading into the semester break.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/484e4dc6-5d51-408a-8da4-367058a10ac1?elinkdata=16703">Wyatt Johnson</a> won the 800m with a time of 1:56.48 as the Coyotes went 1-2-3 in the race. <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/8a7f6c33-e7a2-49fd-8707-deca4d8ea067?elinkdata=16703">Triston Cottone</a> was second in 1:57.36, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ee77a60a-ebc2-4c7c-8a75-31989e80e8de?elinkdata=16703">Ty Davidson</a> was third in 1:57.50, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/05d7c8e0-aa79-4e40-af32-cde58df7dd4f?elinkdata=16703">Nicolas Martinez</a> was seventh in 2:01.66, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/60a2be1c-6141-4fbf-a89b-c33f20e05fa2?elinkdata=16703">Nate Chavez</a> was ninth in 2:08.07 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/404fb300-fd4a-448c-8b99-8a2742923428?elinkdata=16703">Will Childers</a> was 12th in 2:18.43.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0ccb912c-38d6-4314-b8eb-5a8d37800fb1?elinkdata=16703">Zamari Burrell</a> finished third in the finals with a time of 6.96 seconds. <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/75d84968-33b8-469d-8f26-3d9837e7cd27?elinkdata=16703">Kean Dinkel</a> just missed the finals with a time of 7.03 seconds in ninth, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/29b7ce1d-78f6-45d1-a5b4-ad943dbd5fd5?elinkdata=16703">Tyler Fontenot</a> was 21st with a time of 7.282 seconds, and DeJaylon Beal was 24th with a time of 7.31 seconds.

In the 4x400m relay the team of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b0646cb9-4851-49a8-89b3-a95833da958c?elinkdata=16703">Andrew Smith</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2b4aada7-298e-48ec-9447-c7777bc40b91?elinkdata=16703">Wyatt Johnson</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/9954dc18-4330-44dd-9b07-12d972371ab9?elinkdata=16703">Triston Cottone</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/55841867-718c-4f1c-90fa-d61b9468c3d4?elinkdata=16703">Ty Davidson</a> finished third in 3:29.17, and the team of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/22abecfd-a04b-4c42-b0af-001125709762?elinkdata=16703">Trevor Peal</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/44f2bbd1-a6d9-4b5a-a0c5-f65381cbde25?elinkdata=16703">Nicolas Martinez</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b4b8928a-6f0a-4d69-9bcf-d73f854dd81f?elinkdata=16703">Evan Pearce</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/a40eefa0-b529-47f6-a17a-76eeb1a9ab75?elinkdata=16703">Nate Chavez</a> finished fifth in 3:35.13.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0ea85a54-50c7-4594-acfc-cbbe95524132?elinkdata=16703">Evan Pearce</a> was fourth in the 1000m with a time of 2:40.26, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/650ddf2f-efd8-4527-a49d-67c1978a1feb?elinkdata=16703">Landon Steeger</a> was sixth in 2:49.01, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/35dadd50-fe90-40c0-a5b6-cbe4a9281e3d?elinkdata=16703">Brodie Bradshaw</a> was eighth in 2:53.54 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/e991b232-fd08-4955-9265-d93e37995999?elinkdata=16703">Tim Parish</a> was ninth in 2:58.55.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/5283feb2-057d-4474-af35-0a777a3e770d?elinkdata=16703">Landon Steeger</a> was fourth in the mile with a time of 4:42.75, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ba3d96b0-c6a0-4728-980d-56586ec2f4a7?elinkdata=16703">Tim Parish</a> was fifth in 4:46.16, and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2dee4eda-2158-42db-b539-92723aeb8457?elinkdata=16703">Brodie Bradshaw</a> was ninth in 5:00.16.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/54095cac-04a4-4970-9cfc-d60c06d06156?elinkdata=16703">Keegan Lott</a> was sixth in the shot put with a mark of 14.94m, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b49886ba-ab5d-42ab-9975-ee282925d392?elinkdata=16703">Blake Broussard</a> was 23rd with a mark of 11.37m, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/11329c67-c265-4891-802e-3d837358ceac?elinkdata=16703">Riley Garcia</a> was 24th with a mark of 10.31m and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/63a6d786-a292-419d-aab3-f21ef5f1f933?elinkdata=16703">Austin Baird</a> was 25th with a mark of 9.92m.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0ec31cec-9e23-4a18-85e9-757287ceaa09?elinkdata=16703">Zamari Burrell</a> was sixth in the 200m with a time of 22.85 seconds, DeJaylon Beal was 19th with a time of 23.77, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b25c6184-22b8-4512-bcaa-ff19ded9ca95?elinkdata=16703">Andrew Smith</a> was 20th in 23.88, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/e94521cf-6ee0-45bc-b01d-ce52627d3445?elinkdata=16703">Tyler Fontenot</a> was 23rd in 24.217 seconds and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/1f05d11e-9f5d-4a5f-8439-a6b5cf03fa3e?elinkdata=16703">Trevor Peal</a> was 24th in 24.218 seconds.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/f611954f-0028-437e-9099-1db672476332?elinkdata=16703">Kean Dinkel</a> was sixth in the 400m with a time of 53.87 seconds and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2e992061-503c-4b33-bb04-5a0fd7fcd98b?elinkdata=16703">Cayden Purcell</a> was eighth in 54.40 seconds.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/5e330930-4b7b-423e-9176-258e7dcbc684?elinkdata=16703">Keegan Lott</a> was 12th in the weight throw with a mark of 15.29m and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/10a15f3c-a71d-47c5-bad6-9f3bbc495b91?elinkdata=16703">Austin Baird</a> was 26th with a mark of 11.16m.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/6225680f-f772-41a1-9c5d-3037c9925606?elinkdata=16703">Cayden Purcell</a> was 13th in the 60m hurdles with a time of 9.51 seconds.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/878a2d9e-5dab-4124-b714-630d0776d09c?elinkdata=16703">Ian Doss</a> was 15th in the 3000m with a time of 9:27.78 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/515142ba-2599-4773-91c7-ef50a31e8927?elinkdata=16703">Jack Horacek</a> was 22nd with a time of 9:55.35.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0b564226-843b-4334-abba-9a445a314a66?elinkdata=16703">Riley Garcia</a> was 24th in the long jump with a mark of 5.33m.

The Coyotes will return to action on January 11, heading to Crete, Nebraska for the Scott Nisely Memorial Classic.

SEWARD, Neb. - Kansas Wesleyan Women's Indoor Track and Field competed in the final meet of the 2024 calendar year on Saturday at the Concordia Early Bird inside Walz Fieldhouse. The Coyotes came away with more outstanding performances heading into the semester break.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/adf79e43-6649-4731-9514-138927c78c27?elinkdata=16734">Joni Schroeder</a> won the mile run with a time of 5:32.05 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b7c91afb-d5da-4cd9-8105-b0e908949bbc?elinkdata=16734">Makayla Little</a> was second with a time of 5:58.54.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/c161e159-ce39-4dc4-ba0c-00d8f5ffc7cf?elinkdata=16734">Lauryn Mikkelson</a> was third in the 600m run wit ha time of 1:46.05 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/6d167d3a-c2a9-470f-8046-1c0c60eba301?elinkdata=16734">Ava Kenyon</a> was fourth in 1:46.75.The 4x400m relay team of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/3284ae53-7f69-4cb2-8bc3-759afad2f5bf?elinkdata=16734">Lauryn Mikkelson</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ef67b227-2416-471b-83e1-5b1555a15fc3?elinkdata=16734">Joni Schroeder</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/00cdf7fa-621c-43b9-8840-b1c640fd7543?elinkdata=16734">Ava Kenyon</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/04686bd3-4160-40ca-ba9b-b5ff00c3a7ee?elinkdata=16734">Mayce Russell</a> set a new school record with a time of 4:15.19 while finishing fourth.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2cf2a349-6039-4f6b-9e5c-6a2509bbe9e3?elinkdata=16734">Emma McAlister</a> was fifth in the 1000m run with a time of 3:30.33.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/667e1aab-ad5e-4411-8308-2e113cb80c07?elinkdata=16734">Mayce Russell</a> was ninth in the 400m with a time of 65.07 seconds.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/82d4b92f-543e-4f3c-9b48-fc073040b15a?elinkdata=16734">Elizabeth Stout</a> was ninth in the shot put with a mark of 11.87m, and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/d23f7cd4-0b0b-4bdd-9cd9-0a2035267402?elinkdata=16734">Aunisty McNeal</a> was 15th with a mark of 10.72m.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/9a829aa1-55f7-47ca-ad8f-2a7299c28bf0?elinkdata=16734">Markyla Shaw</a> was 14th in the long jump with a mark of 4.70m.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/098795c5-da14-4b14-ad84-5038c9f84846?elinkdata=16734">Markyla Shaw</a> finished 17th in the 60m dash with a time of 8.30 seconds.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ea746f68-46a1-4ae9-a391-a1821959c5a3?elinkdata=16734">Markyla Shaw</a> finished 21st in the in the 200m with a time of 27.96 seconds.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2dfc2aab-baea-414b-a25e-525551703da1?elinkdata=16734">Elizabeth Stout</a> was 20th in the weight throw with a mark of 12.36m, Roselyn Torres was 28th with a mark of 10.80m and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/d04aa35d-995b-4c28-bc8c-4f96d8854ef2?elinkdata=16734">Aunisty McNeal</a> was 31st with a mark of 9.59m.Kansas Wesleyan Men's Indoor Track and Field also competed in the final meet of the 2024 calendar year on Saturday at the Concordia Early Bird inside Walz Fieldhouse. The Coyotes came away with more outstanding performances heading into the semester break.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/484e4dc6-5d51-408a-8da4-367058a10ac1?elinkdata=16703">Wyatt Johnson</a> won the 800m with a time of 1:56.48 as the Coyotes went 1-2-3 in the race. <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/8a7f6c33-e7a2-49fd-8707-deca4d8ea067?elinkdata=16703">Triston Cottone</a> was second in 1:57.36, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ee77a60a-ebc2-4c7c-8a75-31989e80e8de?elinkdata=16703">Ty Davidson</a> was third in 1:57.50, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/05d7c8e0-aa79-4e40-af32-cde58df7dd4f?elinkdata=16703">Nicolas Martinez</a> was seventh in 2:01.66, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/60a2be1c-6141-4fbf-a89b-c33f20e05fa2?elinkdata=16703">Nate Chavez</a> was ninth in 2:08.07 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/404fb300-fd4a-448c-8b99-8a2742923428?elinkdata=16703">Will Childers</a> was 12th in 2:18.43.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0ccb912c-38d6-4314-b8eb-5a8d37800fb1?elinkdata=16703">Zamari Burrell</a> finished third in the finals with a time of 6.96 seconds. <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/75d84968-33b8-469d-8f26-3d9837e7cd27?elinkdata=16703">Kean Dinkel</a> just missed the finals with a time of 7.03 seconds in ninth, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/29b7ce1d-78f6-45d1-a5b4-ad943dbd5fd5?elinkdata=16703">Tyler Fontenot</a> was 21st with a time of 7.282 seconds, and DeJaylon Beal was 24th with a time of 7.31 seconds.In the 4x400m relay the team of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b0646cb9-4851-49a8-89b3-a95833da958c?elinkdata=16703">Andrew Smith</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2b4aada7-298e-48ec-9447-c7777bc40b91?elinkdata=16703">Wyatt Johnson</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/9954dc18-4330-44dd-9b07-12d972371ab9?elinkdata=16703">Triston Cottone</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/55841867-718c-4f1c-90fa-d61b9468c3d4?elinkdata=16703">Ty Davidson</a> finished third in 3:29.17, and the team of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/22abecfd-a04b-4c42-b0af-001125709762?elinkdata=16703">Trevor Peal</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/44f2bbd1-a6d9-4b5a-a0c5-f65381cbde25?elinkdata=16703">Nicolas Martinez</a>, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b4b8928a-6f0a-4d69-9bcf-d73f854dd81f?elinkdata=16703">Evan Pearce</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/a40eefa0-b529-47f6-a17a-76eeb1a9ab75?elinkdata=16703">Nate Chavez</a> finished fifth in 3:35.13.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0ea85a54-50c7-4594-acfc-cbbe95524132?elinkdata=16703">Evan Pearce</a> was fourth in the 1000m with a time of 2:40.26, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/650ddf2f-efd8-4527-a49d-67c1978a1feb?elinkdata=16703">Landon Steeger</a> was sixth in 2:49.01, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/35dadd50-fe90-40c0-a5b6-cbe4a9281e3d?elinkdata=16703">Brodie Bradshaw</a> was eighth in 2:53.54 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/e991b232-fd08-4955-9265-d93e37995999?elinkdata=16703">Tim Parish</a> was ninth in 2:58.55.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/5283feb2-057d-4474-af35-0a777a3e770d?elinkdata=16703">Landon Steeger</a> was fourth in the mile with a time of 4:42.75, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ba3d96b0-c6a0-4728-980d-56586ec2f4a7?elinkdata=16703">Tim Parish</a> was fifth in 4:46.16, and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2dee4eda-2158-42db-b539-92723aeb8457?elinkdata=16703">Brodie Bradshaw</a> was ninth in 5:00.16.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/54095cac-04a4-4970-9cfc-d60c06d06156?elinkdata=16703">Keegan Lott</a> was sixth in the shot put with a mark of 14.94m, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b49886ba-ab5d-42ab-9975-ee282925d392?elinkdata=16703">Blake Broussard</a> was 23rd with a mark of 11.37m, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/11329c67-c265-4891-802e-3d837358ceac?elinkdata=16703">Riley Garcia</a> was 24th with a mark of 10.31m and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/63a6d786-a292-419d-aab3-f21ef5f1f933?elinkdata=16703">Austin Baird</a> was 25th with a mark of 9.92m.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0ec31cec-9e23-4a18-85e9-757287ceaa09?elinkdata=16703">Zamari Burrell</a> was sixth in the 200m with a time of 22.85 seconds, DeJaylon Beal was 19th with a time of 23.77, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/b25c6184-22b8-4512-bcaa-ff19ded9ca95?elinkdata=16703">Andrew Smith</a> was 20th in 23.88, <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/e94521cf-6ee0-45bc-b01d-ce52627d3445?elinkdata=16703">Tyler Fontenot</a> was 23rd in 24.217 seconds and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/1f05d11e-9f5d-4a5f-8439-a6b5cf03fa3e?elinkdata=16703">Trevor Peal</a> was 24th in 24.218 seconds.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/f611954f-0028-437e-9099-1db672476332?elinkdata=16703">Kean Dinkel</a> was sixth in the 400m with a time of 53.87 seconds and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2e992061-503c-4b33-bb04-5a0fd7fcd98b?elinkdata=16703">Cayden Purcell</a> was eighth in 54.40 seconds.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/5e330930-4b7b-423e-9176-258e7dcbc684?elinkdata=16703">Keegan Lott</a> was 12th in the weight throw with a mark of 15.29m and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/10a15f3c-a71d-47c5-bad6-9f3bbc495b91?elinkdata=16703">Austin Baird</a> was 26th with a mark of 11.16m.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/6225680f-f772-41a1-9c5d-3037c9925606?elinkdata=16703">Cayden Purcell</a> was 13th in the 60m hurdles with a time of 9.51 seconds.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/878a2d9e-5dab-4124-b714-630d0776d09c?elinkdata=16703">Ian Doss</a> was 15th in the 3000m with a time of 9:27.78 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/515142ba-2599-4773-91c7-ef50a31e8927?elinkdata=16703">Jack Horacek</a> was 22nd with a time of 9:55.35.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0b564226-843b-4334-abba-9a445a314a66?elinkdata=16703">Riley Garcia</a> was 24th in the long jump with a mark of 5.33m.The Coyotes will return to action on January 11, heading to Crete, Nebraska for the Scott Nisely Memorial Classic.

KWU Indoor Track with solid performances at Concordia Early Bird

LEAVENWORTH - The Kansas Wesleyan Coyotes gave Kansas Conference leader Saint Mary all it wanted during the first 27½ minutes of their game Saturday night.

The final 12½ minutes, though, belonged to the Spires. USM used a 13-0 run midway through the second half and pulled away for an 80-67 victory inside the Ryan Sports Center.

The loss KWU into the Christmas break with a 7-6 record, 2-5 in the KCAC; Saint Mary improves to 9-3 and 7-0 in the conference.

The Coyotes led 35-32 at halftime after a solid first-half effort. They led 33-26 with just over 3 minutes left in the half but settled for the three-point advantage after <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0bc817a9-8382-4869-818a-1146d5df9de9?elinkdata=16641">Landon Wagler</a> made two free throws with 15 seconds left.

An <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/c23b3402-ceff-432f-ac3b-e929f3e18196?elinkdata=16641">Alex Littlejohn</a> basket with 12:44 left in the game gave KWU a 50-47 lead before the Spires embarked on their comeback. They scored the next 13 points and led 60-50 with 8:50 remaining. The Coyotes could not get any closer than eight (60-52) the rest of the way.

USM shot 51.4 percent the second half (18 of 35) that included 6 of 12 shooting from beyond the 3-point arc. <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/3d58c88e-c500-484b-8196-b2433b419b65?elinkdata=16641">Kaedon Bonner</a> scored 11 of his team-high 17 points the final 20 minutes that featured 3 of 5 shooting from long range. He was 5 of 9 from deep for the game.

The Spires made half of their 3-point shots the second half (6 of 12) and were 12 of 25 in the game. They shot 46.2 percent overall (30 of 65) and had just five turnovers.

Littlejohn scored a game-high 19 points and grabbed eight rebounds while Wagler scored 12 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/8586f9cb-128a-456e-bb9d-3fedc2b558e2?elinkdata=16641">Evens Appolon</a> 10 to go along with six rebounds and two blocked shots.

Overall, the Coyotes were 23 of 51 from the field (45.1 percent), 3 of 15 from 3-point range and 18 of 30 at the free throw line. They won rebounding battle 33-29 but had 13 turnovers that led to 17 Saint Mary points.

KWU will play two exhibition games next week in Hawaii - Hawaii Military Elite on Wednesday and NCAA Division II opponent Hawaii Hilo next Saturday.

LEAVENWORTH - The Kansas Wesleyan Coyotes gave Kansas Conference leader Saint Mary all it wanted during the first 27½ minutes of their game Saturday night.The final 12½ minutes, though, belonged to the Spires. USM used a 13-0 run midway through the second half and pulled away for an 80-67 victory inside the Ryan Sports Center.The loss KWU into the Christmas break with a 7-6 record, 2-5 in the KCAC; Saint Mary improves to 9-3 and 7-0 in the conference.The Coyotes led 35-32 at halftime after a solid first-half effort. They led 33-26 with just over 3 minutes left in the half but settled for the three-point advantage after <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0bc817a9-8382-4869-818a-1146d5df9de9?elinkdata=16641">Landon Wagler</a> made two free throws with 15 seconds left.An <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/c23b3402-ceff-432f-ac3b-e929f3e18196?elinkdata=16641">Alex Littlejohn</a> basket with 12:44 left in the game gave KWU a 50-47 lead before the Spires embarked on their comeback. They scored the next 13 points and led 60-50 with 8:50 remaining. The Coyotes could not get any closer than eight (60-52) the rest of the way.USM shot 51.4 percent the second half (18 of 35) that included 6 of 12 shooting from beyond the 3-point arc. <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/3d58c88e-c500-484b-8196-b2433b419b65?elinkdata=16641">Kaedon Bonner</a> scored 11 of his team-high 17 points the final 20 minutes that featured 3 of 5 shooting from long range. He was 5 of 9 from deep for the game.The Spires made half of their 3-point shots the second half (6 of 12) and were 12 of 25 in the game. They shot 46.2 percent overall (30 of 65) and had just five turnovers.Littlejohn scored a game-high 19 points and grabbed eight rebounds while Wagler scored 12 and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/8586f9cb-128a-456e-bb9d-3fedc2b558e2?elinkdata=16641">Evens Appolon</a> 10 to go along with six rebounds and two blocked shots.Overall, the Coyotes were 23 of 51 from the field (45.1 percent), 3 of 15 from 3-point range and 18 of 30 at the free throw line. They won rebounding battle 33-29 but had 13 turnovers that led to 17 Saint Mary points.KWU will play two exhibition games next week in Hawaii - Hawaii Military Elite on Wednesday and NCAA Division II opponent Hawaii Hilo next Saturday.

Spires pull away in second half to top Coyotes 80-67

LEAVENWORTH - Sometimes things just don't go the way you expect them to, so you have to adjust and find other ways to achieve the desired result.

That's just what the Kansas Wesleyan Women's Basketball team did on Saturday against the Saint Mary Spires.

Wesleyan overcame 25.9 percent shooting from the field for the game with an outstanding effort from the free throw line as the Coyotes toppled the Spires 66-54 inside the Ryan Sports Center.

The win was the ninth in a row for the Coyotes who improved to 11-2 overall and 7-0 in the KCAC.

"What a great, great win against a really great team," Wesleyan head coach <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/99c61535-1fe8-4896-b8b7-91b3e9a9e574?elinkdata=16672">Ryan Showman</a> said on the post-game radio show. "I thought defensively (Saint Mary) did a great job taking away action within our offense, but then we just got downhill and we put them at a disadvantage and we got to the free throw line so I am really pleased with this."

While the shots were going in for the Coyotes, Saint Mary was struggling from the field as well, the Spires shooting just 27.9 percent from the field which included hitting just 2 of 18 3-point tries in the game.

It was 11-8 after a quarter in favor of the Coyotes as the teams shot a combined 6 of 26 from the field, but the second quarter was exceptionally challenging for the visitors who went over eight minutes without a point, falling behind six at 17-11 with 3:55 left in the half.

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/59a78c35-f654-4e3a-9049-4a03dbea27dc?elinkdata=16672">Jill Stephens</a> hit a 3-pointer with 3:42 left breaking the scoreless drought and the Coyotes got back into it, trailing by just a point 18-17 with 2:25 to go on a pair of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ecb16a95-1ba8-4923-ba7d-8142a9cb385b?elinkdata=16672">Jocelyn Hall</a> free throws.

Showman said he was not worried despite the team's struggles in the quarter.

"There was no panic, even when we were scoring six points in the second quarter when we are used to 20 or 25 in a quarter, there was no panic," he said. "We talked at halftime, we knew defensively we had to adjust a couple of things, and a couple of little things offensively we needed to do better.

"I told them we are going to make shots, it's going to happen, stay with it, we are getting good looks. And we were able to score enough points to get out of here with a big road win."

Things turned in Wesleyan's favor to start the third quarter. The Coyotes flew out of the gates getting a bucket by <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/4607aa73-de47-4d93-93f6-2a7ca335074b?elinkdata=16672">Angel Lee</a>, a 3-point play by <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/f9255676-7870-4531-9c33-198443890da4?elinkdata=16672">Hampton Williams</a> and free throws by <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2aa105e3-e98c-4ae3-b857-38ea6d57fc02?elinkdata=16672">Paige Chauncey</a> to take a 24-19 lead with 8:04 left in the quarter.

The Spires got back within a point with 6:42 left at 27-26, but the Coyotes would hold the lead. Saint Mary got it within a point again at 33-32 with 3:39 left in the third, but the Coyotes would build as much as an 8-point cushion with 1:11 to go on free throws by Ricks.

Wesleyan went to the line 26 times in the third quarter, continually driving to the basket and drawing contact from Saint Mary.

The Coyotes pushed the lead to double digits for the first time at 51-40 on Lee's bucket with 8:05 left in the game, and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/90c495bb-0754-4155-a78e-19b88dbc3d7b?elinkdata=16672">Catherine Bowman's</a> 3-pointer with 5:36 left gave the Coyotes their biggest lead of the night at 56-44.

Defense played a huge factor in the game for both sides as a pair of the top guards in the conference went up against each other in Ricks and Alanis Delgado for Saint Mary. Showman credits Ricks' defensive efforts against Delgado as a key factor in the win.

"I thought our game plan was really good that we had good buy-in from our team, we knew our personnel. I thought <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0868cf05-4ed6-447e-ace8-f5d7efd33d31?elinkdata=16672">LaMyah Ricks</a> did an awesome job against Alanis Delgado," he said. "Watching two of the best point guards in our league was fun. Seeing LaMyah take big steps to turn Delgado into a high-volume shooter, I am proud of that effort. And we forced some tough shots and misses."

The Coyotes never let Saint Mary closer than eight points the rest of the game.

Williams led all scorers in the game, dropping in 15 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for the Coyotes. Lee added 11 and Ricks had eight.

Delgado had 13 for the Spires and Katelynn Ostronic had 10 before fouling out in the fourth quarter.

The Coyotes are now off until December 31 when they head to Tahlequah, Oklahoma to take on NCAA Division II Northeastern State in an exhibition contest.

LEAVENWORTH - Sometimes things just don't go the way you expect them to, so you have to adjust and find other ways to achieve the desired result.That's just what the Kansas Wesleyan Women's Basketball team did on Saturday against the Saint Mary Spires.Wesleyan overcame 25.9 percent shooting from the field for the game with an outstanding effort from the free throw line as the Coyotes toppled the Spires 66-54 inside the Ryan Sports Center.The win was the ninth in a row for the Coyotes who improved to 11-2 overall and 7-0 in the KCAC."What a great, great win against a really great team," Wesleyan head coach <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/99c61535-1fe8-4896-b8b7-91b3e9a9e574?elinkdata=16672">Ryan Showman</a> said on the post-game radio show. "I thought defensively (Saint Mary) did a great job taking away action within our offense, but then we just got downhill and we put them at a disadvantage and we got to the free throw line so I am really pleased with this."While the shots were going in for the Coyotes, Saint Mary was struggling from the field as well, the Spires shooting just 27.9 percent from the field which included hitting just 2 of 18 3-point tries in the game.It was 11-8 after a quarter in favor of the Coyotes as the teams shot a combined 6 of 26 from the field, but the second quarter was exceptionally challenging for the visitors who went over eight minutes without a point, falling behind six at 17-11 with 3:55 left in the half.<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/59a78c35-f654-4e3a-9049-4a03dbea27dc?elinkdata=16672">Jill Stephens</a> hit a 3-pointer with 3:42 left breaking the scoreless drought and the Coyotes got back into it, trailing by just a point 18-17 with 2:25 to go on a pair of <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/ecb16a95-1ba8-4923-ba7d-8142a9cb385b?elinkdata=16672">Jocelyn Hall</a> free throws.Showman said he was not worried despite the team's struggles in the quarter."There was no panic, even when we were scoring six points in the second quarter when we are used to 20 or 25 in a quarter, there was no panic," he said. "We talked at halftime, we knew defensively we had to adjust a couple of things, and a couple of little things offensively we needed to do better."I told them we are going to make shots, it's going to happen, stay with it, we are getting good looks. And we were able to score enough points to get out of here with a big road win."Things turned in Wesleyan's favor to start the third quarter. The Coyotes flew out of the gates getting a bucket by <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/4607aa73-de47-4d93-93f6-2a7ca335074b?elinkdata=16672">Angel Lee</a>, a 3-point play by <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/f9255676-7870-4531-9c33-198443890da4?elinkdata=16672">Hampton Williams</a> and free throws by <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/2aa105e3-e98c-4ae3-b857-38ea6d57fc02?elinkdata=16672">Paige Chauncey</a> to take a 24-19 lead with 8:04 left in the quarter.The Spires got back within a point with 6:42 left at 27-26, but the Coyotes would hold the lead. Saint Mary got it within a point again at 33-32 with 3:39 left in the third, but the Coyotes would build as much as an 8-point cushion with 1:11 to go on free throws by Ricks.Wesleyan went to the line 26 times in the third quarter, continually driving to the basket and drawing contact from Saint Mary.The Coyotes pushed the lead to double digits for the first time at 51-40 on Lee's bucket with 8:05 left in the game, and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/90c495bb-0754-4155-a78e-19b88dbc3d7b?elinkdata=16672">Catherine Bowman's</a> 3-pointer with 5:36 left gave the Coyotes their biggest lead of the night at 56-44.Defense played a huge factor in the game for both sides as a pair of the top guards in the conference went up against each other in Ricks and Alanis Delgado for Saint Mary. Showman credits Ricks' defensive efforts against Delgado as a key factor in the win."I thought our game plan was really good that we had good buy-in from our team, we knew our personnel. I thought <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/0868cf05-4ed6-447e-ace8-f5d7efd33d31?elinkdata=16672">LaMyah Ricks</a> did an awesome job against Alanis Delgado," he said. "Watching two of the best point guards in our league was fun. Seeing LaMyah take big steps to turn Delgado into a high-volume shooter, I am proud of that effort. And we forced some tough shots and misses."The Coyotes never let Saint Mary closer than eight points the rest of the game.Williams led all scorers in the game, dropping in 15 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for the Coyotes. Lee added 11 and Ricks had eight.Delgado had 13 for the Spires and Katelynn Ostronic had 10 before fouling out in the fourth quarter.The Coyotes are now off until December 31 when they head to Tahlequah, Oklahoma to take on NCAA Division II Northeastern State in an exhibition contest.

KWU WBB overcomes shooting woes to top Spires 66-54

By ADAM COULTER Salina Post Contributor

Sacred Heart finished up its games at Chapman's Irish Classic on Saturday by sweeping a doubleheader against Bishop Ward. The girls never trailed in a 65-11 blowout while the boys stayed unbeaten with a 61-48 win.

In the opening game, with the score 4-2, the Lady Knights ended the first quarter on a 22-0 run and never looked back. The advantage ballooned to 43-6 at halftime and 59-9 after three quarters.

Nine different Sacred Heart players scored in the 54-point win with Skylar Douglas leading the way with 20 points. Adelyn Lee added 15 and Mia Hamilton netted 10 points off the bench.

The Lady Knights are now 2-2 as they'll return home Tuesday night for a matchup with Berean Academy.

In the second half of the twinbill, Sacred Heart got its first four points from Noah Hines. Unfortunately, he also picked up two early fouls and had to be taken out of the game. Will Tuttle proceeded to take over and score the final 18 first-quarter points for the Knights to make the score 22-13.

In a back-and-forth second quarter, each team wound up with 10 points and the Knights led 32-23 at halftime. The Cyclones edged a little closer in the third quarter and trailed 42-35 heading into the final period.

In the fourth quarter, after trailing by as many as 12 points, Bishop Ward made one last run to cut the deficit to four, but that was as close as they could get. Sacred Heart pulled away and ended the tournament with a 13-point win.

Tuttle led the Knights with 32 points and Hines added 16. Ben Disberger and Dominic Matteucci scored six and five points, respectively, off the bench.

The Sacred Heart boys are now 4-0 and will head back to Salina to face Berean Academy Tuesday night.

Tipoff is scheduled for 6pm for the girls with the boys to follow. Coverage of both games can be found at <a href="http://salinapost.com/">salinapost.com</a>.

By ADAM COULTER Salina Post ContributorSacred Heart finished up its games at Chapman's Irish Classic on Saturday by sweeping a doubleheader against Bishop Ward. The girls never trailed in a 65-11 blowout while the boys stayed unbeaten with a 61-48 win.<figure>
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 </figure>In the opening game, with the score 4-2, the Lady Knights ended the first quarter on a 22-0 run and never looked back. The advantage ballooned to 43-6 at halftime and 59-9 after three quarters.Nine different Sacred Heart players scored in the 54-point win with Skylar Douglas leading the way with 20 points. Adelyn Lee added 15 and Mia Hamilton netted 10 points off the bench.The Lady Knights are now 2-2 as they'll return home Tuesday night for a matchup with Berean Academy.In the second half of the twinbill, Sacred Heart got its first four points from Noah Hines. Unfortunately, he also picked up two early fouls and had to be taken out of the game. Will Tuttle proceeded to take over and score the final 18 first-quarter points for the Knights to make the score 22-13.In a back-and-forth second quarter, each team wound up with 10 points and the Knights led 32-23 at halftime. The Cyclones edged a little closer in the third quarter and trailed 42-35 heading into the final period.In the fourth quarter, after trailing by as many as 12 points, Bishop Ward made one last run to cut the deficit to four, but that was as close as they could get. Sacred Heart pulled away and ended the tournament with a 13-point win.Tuttle led the Knights with 32 points and Hines added 16. Ben Disberger and Dominic Matteucci scored six and five points, respectively, off the bench.The Sacred Heart boys are now 4-0 and will head back to Salina to face Berean Academy Tuesday night.Tipoff is scheduled for 6pm for the girls with the boys to follow. Coverage of both games can be found at <a href="http://salinapost.com/">salinapost.com</a>.

Sacred Heart sweeps Bishop Ward on final day of Irish Classic

Kansas State running back D.J. Giddens has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft.

Giddens, a former Junction City Blue Jay football player,&nbsp; announced his decision about declaring for the Draft on Instagram.

Kansas State running back D.J. Giddens has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft.<figure>
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 </figure>Giddens, a former Junction City Blue Jay football player,&nbsp; announced his decision about declaring for the Draft on Instagram.

K-State running back D.J. Giddens declares for NFL Draft

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Zeke Mayo hit five 3s and scored 26 points, Hunter Dickinson had 21 points and 14 rebounds, and No. 10 Kansas bounced back from consecutive losses with a 75-60 rout of NC State on Saturday.

Dajuan Harris Jr. added 15 points and six assists for the Jayhawks (8-2), who scored the first 15 points of the game but didn't have it in hand until midway through the second half, when Dickinson scored eight consecutive points to bury the Wolfpack.

Kansas won its 20th consecutive nonconference home game and avoided its first three-game skid since the 2022-23 season.

Ben Middlebrooks had 14 points and Brandon Huntley-Hatfield finished with 12 for the Wolfpack (7-4), who have lost their last 13 games to Kansas since winning their first matchup at Allen Fieldhouse on Dec. 20, 1958.

NC State was able to get the Kansas big men into foul trouble, and that allowed Middlebrooks to have success. But the Wolfpack didn't get enough production from the perimeter, where Dontrez Styles and Marcus Hill struggled.

Kansas proved it could survive foul trouble in the paint. Dickinson had three fouls and KJ Adams Jr. and Flory Bidunga four apiece with 12 minutes left. But the Jayhawks' guards, and Mayo in particular, were able to take over the game.

The Jayhawks led 48-41 with 13:10 left when Mayo rattled in a 3-pointer from the corner. He added a free throw moments later, then a blow-by layup, giving Kansas a 54-41 lead with 12 minutes to go.

5 — Harris hit a layup with 18:14 left to give him 1,001 points for his career. He's the fifth member of the team to surpass that plateau, joining Mayo, Dickinson, David Coit and Shakeel Moore.

NC State plays Rider on Dec. 22. Kansas plays Brown the same day.

<figure>
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Zeke Mayo hit five 3s and scored 26 points, Hunter Dickinson had 21 points and 14 rebounds, and No. 10 Kansas bounced back from consecutive losses with a 75-60 rout of NC State on Saturday.Dajuan Harris Jr. added 15 points and six assists for the Jayhawks (8-2), who scored the first 15 points of the game but didn't have it in hand until midway through the second half, when Dickinson scored eight consecutive points to bury the Wolfpack.Kansas won its 20th consecutive nonconference home game and avoided its first three-game skid since the 2022-23 season.Ben Middlebrooks had 14 points and Brandon Huntley-Hatfield finished with 12 for the Wolfpack (7-4), who have lost their last 13 games to Kansas since winning their first matchup at Allen Fieldhouse on Dec. 20, 1958.<h2>Takeaways</h2>NC State was able to get the Kansas big men into foul trouble, and that allowed Middlebrooks to have success. But the Wolfpack didn't get enough production from the perimeter, where Dontrez Styles and Marcus Hill struggled.Kansas proved it could survive foul trouble in the paint. Dickinson had three fouls and KJ Adams Jr. and Flory Bidunga four apiece with 12 minutes left. But the Jayhawks' guards, and Mayo in particular, were able to take over the game.<h2>Key moment</h2>The Jayhawks led 48-41 with 13:10 left when Mayo rattled in a 3-pointer from the corner. He added a free throw moments later, then a blow-by layup, giving Kansas a 54-41 lead with 12 minutes to go.<h2>Key stat</h2>5 — Harris hit a layup with 18:14 left to give him 1,001 points for his career. He's the fifth member of the team to surpass that plateau, joining Mayo, Dickinson, David Coit and Shakeel Moore.<h2>Up next</h2>NC State plays Rider on Dec. 22. Kansas plays Brown the same day.

🏀 Mayo scores 26 as No. 10 KU beats NC State

By TYLER HENRY Lead Sportswriter - Salina Post

On Friday night, the Southeast of Saline basketball teams played to another split, this time in a Trojan War with Beloit on their home floor in Gypsym.

Southeast’s Lady Trojans would dominate Beloit 66-31, while Beloit’s Trojans held on for an 81-68 victory over SES.

After coming back to knock off Abilene on Tuesday, the Lady Trojans of Southeast of Saline rode a wave of momentum into this game with Beloit leading 17-12 at the end of the first before exploding for a 41-21 halftime advantage.

Much of that damage was dealt beyond the three-point line where Southeast knocked down five second-quarter triples and 11 for the game.

On the other end, the Lady Trojans buckled down in the second half, allowing just eight points in the third quarter and holding Beloit to two points without a single field goal in the fourth.

“I thought everybody did their job tonight,” SES head coach Shauna Smith said. “We needed to be better about working as a team because if four people are doing the right things and one isn’t, that doesn’t work. Defensively and offensively, everyone stepped up.”

One notable change came in the Lady Trojan lineup where two freshmen started for Southeast, but the change worked like a charm as newly added Kyiah Samuelson led the way with 14 points, and Regan Duran dropped 12 off the bench.

“Some kids are better coming off the bench and our girls know they’ll still get their minutes,” Smith said. “Regan responded well, and she gave us some big-time threes in this game. Kaya is really good offensively, she gets to the rim and we need that.”&nbsp;

On the other side of the matchup Cassandra Thompson was the only Beloit Lady Trojan in double figures with 20 points including 10 makes from the charity stripe.

Southeast moves to 2-1 on the season while Beloit falls to 1-2.

On the boy’s side, Southeast challenged their rivals in Beloit but couldn’t match pace early as the orange Trojans used a big late run to pull away to victory.

SES trailed by as many as 14 points but bookended halftime with a big run to take the lead in the third quarter.

From there, however, Beloit would go on a 15-0 run of their own and the Trojans in purple and white would struggle to recover down the stretch.

“We were up 54-53 but the next time you look up at the scoreboard, they were ahead 66-54 and that was the difference in this game,” SES head coach Francis Flax said. “We had a stretch where we couldn’t hit a bucket or get to the free throw line but other than that, I wasn’t disappointed with anything else we did tonight.”

By TYLER HENRY Lead Sportswriter - Salina PostOn Friday night, the Southeast of Saline basketball teams played to another split, this time in a Trojan War with Beloit on their home floor in Gypsym.Southeast’s Lady Trojans would dominate Beloit 66-31, while Beloit’s Trojans held on for an 81-68 victory over SES.<figure>
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 </figure>Girls: Beloit 31, SE of Saline 66After coming back to knock off Abilene on Tuesday, the Lady Trojans of Southeast of Saline rode a wave of momentum into this game with Beloit leading 17-12 at the end of the first before exploding for a 41-21 halftime advantage.Much of that damage was dealt beyond the three-point line where Southeast knocked down five second-quarter triples and 11 for the game.On the other end, the Lady Trojans buckled down in the second half, allowing just eight points in the third quarter and holding Beloit to two points without a single field goal in the fourth.“I thought everybody did their job tonight,” SES head coach Shauna Smith said. “We needed to be better about working as a team because if four people are doing the right things and one isn’t, that doesn’t work. Defensively and offensively, everyone stepped up.”One notable change came in the Lady Trojan lineup where two freshmen started for Southeast, but the change worked like a charm as newly added Kyiah Samuelson led the way with 14 points, and Regan Duran dropped 12 off the bench.“Some kids are better coming off the bench and our girls know they’ll still get their minutes,” Smith said. “Regan responded well, and she gave us some big-time threes in this game. Kaya is really good offensively, she gets to the rim and we need that.”&nbsp;On the other side of the matchup Cassandra Thompson was the only Beloit Lady Trojan in double figures with 20 points including 10 makes from the charity stripe.Southeast moves to 2-1 on the season while Beloit falls to 1-2.Boys: Beloit 81, SE of Saline 68On the boy’s side, Southeast challenged their rivals in Beloit but couldn’t match pace early as the orange Trojans used a big late run to pull away to victory.SES trailed by as many as 14 points but bookended halftime with a big run to take the lead in the third quarter.From there, however, Beloit would go on a 15-0 run of their own and the Trojans in purple and white would struggle to recover down the stretch.“We were up 54-53 but the next time you look up at the scoreboard, they were ahead 66-54 and that was the difference in this game,” SES head coach Francis Flax said. “We had a stretch where we couldn’t hit a bucket or get to the free throw line but other than that, I wasn’t disappointed with anything else we did tonight.”While this will go down as a loss, dropping Southeast to 0-3 on the young season, there were a lot of things in this game that should reassure the Gypsum faithful.After scoring just 38 points in their season opener, and 43 against Abilene on Tuesday, Southeast found their footing offensively with 68 points in this game.“Gannon played better than he has all year, Owen played well in the second half, and Tiernen hit some big threes for us,” Flax said. “We did a lot of good things but it’s tough with what he have to combat their height and weight inside. We didn’t do a great job of helping on the back side but we did a lot of good things, and we’re going to have some sore boys after this one.”Four different Southeast Trojans finished this game in double digits, led by Owen Bailey (21), Gannon Jacobson (18), Tiernen Ptacek (13), and Sam Knopf (12).Beloit’s big three did enough to make up for that headway, with a 23-point night for Eli Johnson, 21 for Luke Cheney and 18 for Jackson Cheney.SES falls to 0-3 while 7th-ranked Beloit gets their first win of the season at 1-2.Southeast will be back in action next Thursday for one last contest in 2024 when they travel to take on the Hillsboro Trojans and Lady Trojans.Both SES vs. Beloit games can be streamed any time on-demand below.<figure>
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