Buffs aim for state title as newcomers join Garden City mold
Segovia backs focus as Garden City Buffs prepare for state with ten wrestlers including rookies Dusty Briggs and Luis Mendoza. He notes Manhattan tops entries with 13 and cites Derby Hutchinson Maize as challengers while asserting GC’s tradition and potential to contend for the championship.
Kromer pushes to state title after regional win over Tieben
GCHS sophomore Ryan Kromer, 12 1, edged Adam Tieben 5 4 in the regional final to reach the Kansas state tournament at Wichita. Tieben, 30 2, entered as the top-ranked 152 pound wrestler. Kromer endured a knee injury earlier season with meniscus removal and credits rehab staff for his quick return. He remains focused on one match at a time aiming for a state championship with Derby's Matt Smith as a potential semifinal foe. Segovia praises Kromer as a hard worker who can capitalize on breaks and achieve a title this year.
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Pratt Downs Garden City In 79-73 Bracketbuster Battle
Pratt Eagles upset Garden City Busters 79 to 73 as John Montoya led Pratt with 17 points and Ron Harden scored 13 for Garden City. Todd paced Garden City with 24 points while Montoya spearheaded Pratt’s comeback during the second half and forced miscues on defense.
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Lira seeks repeat 4A title amid tough in road to state
Lira enters the state tournament with a 27-3 record aiming for another 4A crown while Hershey fights illness that has affected breathing. Scott City brings a solid lineup led by Ramsey, McKinney and Speer as they chase a high finish. Deerfield, Cimarron, and Ulysses also field qualifiers for 3-2-1A meets, with Ty Vass earning Deerfield’s first state berth.
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Chiefs sign safety Clint Finley to two year deal
Kansas City Chiefs reach agreement on a two year contract with free agent safety Clint Finley. The Nebraska alum and former Cuero High School star played 41 games for the Huskers with 91 tackles four interceptions and two fumbles. Finley was a standout in track and earned All America honors in high school.
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