Jayhawks turn the tables on Texas in Big 12 final
Kansas Jayhawks upset Texas 80 68 to claim the Big 12 tournament title as freshmen Mario Chalmers and Julian Wright delivered key plays. Kansas earns a fourth seed in the Oakland Regional heading into the NCAA tournament with a 25 7 record and momentum after winning 15 of 16.
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Scott City Beavers Win State Title in Salina 4A Final
Scott City Beavers defeated Belle Plaine 71 to 52 to clinch the Class 4A state championship at the Bicentennial Center. Beavers star Tim Peintner posted 19 points and 13 rebounds as hometown fans filled Sections 8, 10 and 12 despite the long journey. The team relied on its supporters, with no cheerleaders but a roaming pep band that traveled each night to cheer them on.
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Beavers claim state boys hoops title first since 1958
Scott City Beavers captured the Class 4A state championship with a 71 to 52 victory over Belle Plaine at the Bicentennial Center. Coach Glenn O'Neil praised relief after a season marked by pressure and high expectations as the team celebrated with students and fans.
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Shockers Earn NCAA Berth As Valley Champions
Wichita State secures its first NCAA tournament bid in 18 years as a No. 7 seed in the Washington Regional after winning the Missouri Valley Conference title. Seton Hall awaits in Greensboro. coach Mark Turgeon and players Cameron Ledford and Paul Miller celebrate a historic milestone for Wichita.
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Broncos lock Warren Dayne and Leach to new deals
Denver re-signed defensive end Gerard Warren to six years, running back Ron Dayne to three, and long snapper Mike Leach to four. Warren posted 44 tackles and 3 sacks last season aiding a top run defense. Dayne, a former Heisman winner, aims for lead RB after Anderson departure while Leach continues as Broncos long snapper.
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