GCHS Buffs bowling teams face varied experience for season open
At West Acres Bowl in Wichita the Buffs boys and girls begin competitions with a mix of veterans and newcomers. Seniors Skylar Connor and Trevor Martin anchor the boys roster joined by Landgraf Kells and Davidson. The girls include Hemmert St. Clair Watters Ramsey Hahn and Newell for a Jan 7 schedule start.
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Hemmert Aims Higher After Runner-Up Bowling Season
Senior bowler Hemmert returns with lofty goals after a runner-up finish in 2011. She credits a calmer mental game and refined technique for improved scoring from 146 as a freshman to 203 at team tryouts. She seeks team success, noting individual gains align with group improvement.
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Kansas State Wildcats eyeing Cotton Bowl win over Arkansas
Kansas State players praise teamwork and humility as they prepare to face Arkansas in the Cotton Bowl, highlighting Cody Rufner and Chris Harper's leadership. The Wildcats, led by coach Snyder, aim to cap an underdog season with one more victory and boost the Big 12’s bowl success amid SEC competition. Tenarius Wright of Arkansas notes the national ranking context as both teams pursue top-five positioning next season. Curry Sexton reflects on the unexpected yet earned 2023 season momentum and injury impact ahead of the game.
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Broncos offense lacks balance as Tebow struggles in loss
Willis McGahee boosted by a 145 yard rushing effort but Tim Tebow faced stiff Chiefs defense as Denver fell 7 3. McGahee notes better balance could finish drives while coach Mike Tomlin praises his former Raven for vision and power. Elway plans off season throwing work for Tebow.
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Jones to return for senior season at Oklahoma
Oklahoma quarterback Landry Jones will return for his senior year, saying there is more to accomplish. He is the Sooners all time leader in passing with 12,389 yards. Coach Bob Stoops praises his positive influence as the program aims for another national title run. Defensive end Ronnell Lewis plans to enter the NFL draft after skipping his senior year. Lewis had 60 tackles in 10 games with 13 for a loss and 5.5 sacks, but missed the final games due to a knee sprain.
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O'Brien interviews for Penn State head coach post
Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien interviews for the Penn State head coaching job as the search to replace Joe Paterno moves forward. The Penn State process includes interim coach Tom Bradley and other candidates with reports of Jay Paterno also being considered.
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