Coach looks back on tough 08 season for Garden City Buffs
Garden City High School football coach Mike Smith reflects on a disappointing season that started strong with wins over Ulysses and Great Bend but faded, missing the playoffs. He cites injuries, key graduations, and tough losses to Dodge City as low points while praising a young nucleus and promising quarterback prospects for next year.
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Miami Busters seek nationals as district play looms
The Miami group known as the Busters, ranked No. 7 nationally, eye a Great Plains District title and a shot at the national tournament in Phoenix. Despite setbacks including captain Ojeda's red cards and key injuries, the team emphasizes unity, stepping up when needed, and pursuing a shared dream to play together in college.
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Spartans push perfect road record with stout defense
Eight man Spartans maintain an unblemished road mark as Navarrete and Gonzales power the attack. Coach Richter praises Devin Nolde for leading when Jesus and the iso play unfold. The defense has flipped this season, yielding 80 points over seven games after a rough start.
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Beavers ready for Lyons with tested plays and focus
Scott City Beavers prepared for Tuesday’s return matchup with Lyons installing several new plays while sticking to their core offensive sets. Coach O’Neil praised defense against Holcomb and highlighted senior leaders Levi Kuntzsch and Chaston Hoeme. A win would land them in the sectional final versus Hutchinson Trinity or Garden Plain, the latter the defending 3A champion on a 24 game win streak.
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Garden City Lady Busters fall to Midland at Midland College Classic
Garden City (2-1) opened the Midland College Classic with a 90-43 loss to No. 6 Midland. Sophomore guard Katie Novack led with 21 points, while freshman Cheree Freeman added 10. The team continues tournament play with a 5:30 p.m. game versus No. 3 College of Southern Idaho and a 1 p.m. Saturday matchup with Hill College.
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