Buffs doubles pair eye state success after steady improvement
In Kansas prep tennis, Buffs climber Riggs and Clarke reflect on a tougher road to state, aiming to win a match this year after back-to-back state appearances. They credit growth in placement, serve improvement, and better teamwork since their freshman doubles debut, with Ryan earning a singles bid. Area qualifiers from Ulysses, WakKent, and Scott City also earned state spots, highlighting regional strength.
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Garden City considers replacing soccer with golf program
Garden City Community College weighs adding a golf program with a 40,000 budget, part-time coach, and 12 roster spots ready by fall 2011, while soccer intramurals remain a priority. Players and locals express concern about dropping competitive soccer despite a strong 56-21-3 run and multiple regional titles.
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KU official in ticket scalping scheme faces sentencing
Ben Kirtland former associate athletic director at KU awaits sentencing in Wichita for a $2 million ticket scalping conspiracy. He seeks 57 months in prison and more than $1.2 million in restitution, with a restraining order ban on disposing of assets. He pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to defraud the United States.
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Garcia signs as next Lady Buff to join Lady Busters
Moquett says Garcia will fit into the 2012 lineup as a freshman. She notes Melissa Marshall on first base provides established power, while Garcia adds gap hitting and natural talent. Local recruiting aims to keep players with coach Ford, strengthening the GCCC program.
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Thayer backs return of Garden City golf program
Sean Thayer, last GCCC men’s golf coach, praises revival of the program at Garden City Community College. He notes the team’s Jayhawk Conference title and graduates, recalls recruiting with mini-tour, and cites courses and local support as reasons the sport fits the college and community. Casey Malek supports reestablishing golf, saying it strengthens the conference and district, with Garden City hosting strong courses and past success.
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