5 years ago
After snapping an 11-game losing streak in Game 1 of Friday’s doubleheader against the White Sox, the Royals couldn’t start a new streak. They dropped the nightcap, 3-1, at Guaranteed Rate Field, as Chicago’s lineup powered its way to one big inning against Jakob Junis. But a twin-bill split, while not as sweet as a sweep, is ...

5 years ago
MANHATTAN, Kan. – A week after seeing two former Kansas State football players ink undrafted free agent contracts, another pair of former Wildcats have signed with NFL teams as tight end Briley Moore was picked up by the Tennessee Titans and linebacker Elijah Sullivan was signed by the San Francisco 49ers. The duo joins Wyatt Hubert, a seventh-round draft pick by Cincinnati, in ...

5 years ago
Join outdoor expert Bob Roberts on Saturday mornings on 1150 KSAL for the latest edition of Central Kansas Outdoors. It’s a great time to be fishing Kansas lakes and reservoirs!  Bob Roberts talks about Crappie and Walleye fishing which are providing the best bite right now at our lakes and reservoirs. The ‘eyes’ , Walleyes and Saugeyes ...

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Softball Salina Central swept Andover Central 10-6, 7-5. Maize defeated Salina South 10-8 in 15 innings. The game started earlier in the season before rain postponed the contest. The game resumed in the seventh and Maize scored both runs in the 15th. Girls Soccer Salina South and McPherson settled for a 2-2 draw after two overtimes. Track & Field AVCTL-I Championships ...

5 years ago
When the Royals visited Detroit in April and swept the Tigers in four games, they were riding the highest of highs baseball can bring, a club finding ways to win as one of the best in the Majors. Less than a month later, the Royals leave Detroit having been swept by the Tigers in three games ...

5 years ago
LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kansas Athletics and Kansas Team Health announced today that Matt Gildersleeve has been hired as the Director of Sports Performance for Kansas Football. In his role, Gildersleeve will oversee the strength and conditioning program for the Jayhawks. The Phoenix native spent the past two seasons with head coach Lance Leipold at Buffalo, where he directed ...

5 years ago
For a brief moment, it looked as though the Royals’ offense would carry all their momentum from Tuesday’s late-inning comeback into Wednesday night’s game at Comerica Park. But after the Royals scored two runs in the first inning, Casey Mize made sure to squash any hope of that. The Tigers starter completely shut the Royals down from the ...

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The National Football League announced the regular season schedule for the 2021 season on Wednesday. The Chiefs are currently slated in five primetime contests, including two nationally televised games at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs will kick off their quest for a third-straight Super Bowl appearance in the club's home opener against the Cleveland ...

5 years ago
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — For the first time since 2003 and just the third time since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger, the Broncos will play their first two games of the season on the road. The NFL announced the 2021 schedule on Wednesday, and the Broncos are slated to open their season on Sunday, Sept. 12 against the New ...

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Statement on Shot Clock Announcement: The KSHSAA is aware the NFHS has approved the use of a 35 second shot clock for basketball beginning with the 2022-2023 season. The KSHSAA staff and Executive Board will consult with member school administrators during the next year to deter­mine the best decision for the student-athletes in Kansas. Because the ...

5 years ago
LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kansas Head Football Coach Lance Leipold announced his full coaching staff today, selecting a group that brings a wealth of experience and a strong record of player development. The staff features five coaches who worked with Leipold at Buffalo and five coaches who were already on the Kansas coaching staff. NAME TITLE Brian Borland Defensive Coordinator Kwahn Drake Defensive Line Scott ...