Big 12 coaches forecast Final Four realism
Big 12 coaches say several teams can reach the Final Four with strong defense and ball control. Oklahoma State and Kansas draw high seeds. Texas Tech, Oklahoma, Texas, and Iowa State face tough openers as bracket dynamics loom. Knight warns against assuming hot streaks will persist.
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Underdogs in NCAA tourney push from 15 16 seeds
Discussion notes that lower seeds like 15 and 16 faces long odds to upset top teams, citing past upsets and near misses such as Georgetown over Princeton and Purdue over Western Carolina. Quotes from coaches reflect the narrowing parity and the enduring hope for a dramatic upset.
Garden City ready for Pratt in matchup of strong guards and bigs
Pratt relies on Jared Young and Marcus Wimberly who average 16.3 and 14.2 points as Garden City anchors with Torre Johnson and B. J. Walker, both double-digit scorers, led by a 90-85 overtime win over Cowley County. Swanson notes Wimberly is a tough guard for Pratt, while Young is a top rival. The winner advances to face Coffeyville-Neosho for a berth to the NJCAA finals in Hutchinson.
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Bishop's Kansas State legacy and pro football journey
Former Kansas State quarterback Bishop set school records with 59 total touchdowns and 1,314 rushing yards while passing 4,401 yards. Coach Bill Snyder praised his competitive drive and running ability. Drafted by New England, he later played in NFL Europe, CFL, and pursued arena football hoping for NFL return.
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Kansas constitutional amendment on marriage definition
The Kansas Legislature proposes to amend Article 15 to add a new section stating marriage is a civil contract between one man and one woman, and that no other relationship is recognized for marriage rights. The explanatory ballot statement explains current law and the effects of a yes vote, with the amendment to be submitted at the 2005 general or a sooner special election.
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