Baker signs one year Knicks contract at 75000
Ron Baker, former Scott City High School and Wichita State standout, signs a one year 75000 contract with the New York Knicks. He will report to pre season camp August 17 in New York and aims to make the regular season roster through hard work and defense, rebounding and quick decision making. Baker played in the NBA Summer League with the Knicks and noted the faster pro game and need for quicker releases and instincts. He joins coach Jeff Hornacek on a Knicks roster with 19 players and seven guards.
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Jayhawk CC Presidents to vote on out-of-state football limit
The Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference presidents will decide at 1 p.m. Thursday in Pratt whether to raise the football roster limit from 20 to 30 players. Ten of the additional spots would be reserved for players from bordering states.
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Commentary on Kansas football and limited paths to Division I
The piece describes the bleak reality for many Kansas high school players lacking speed or height. It details dorm life, work study, and weight training on small campuses, with most players stuck on third team during intersquad scrimmages. Some may be noticed only if relatives travel to games, while others hope for late game minutes.
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Critics say Kansas football underestimates local talent
The debate over out-of-state limits in the Jayhawk Conference is framed as a defense of Kansan players. Critics argue Kansas athletes, especially football players, are overlooked while elite in-state prospects seek Division I slots elsewhere. Many top Kansas juniors still end up at out-of-state schools or NAIA programs, with limited spots for in-state talent.
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Wind and Triggers set to clash for North title in Garden City
Wind manager Bill Moore and Trinidad Triggers chief Royce Holder renew a fierce playoff rivalry as the North Division title series opens at Clint Lightner Stadium. Garden City, 38-26, hosts Trinidad, 85-29, in a pivotal best-of-three with later potential games.
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