Upset at Memorial Stadium rekindles Butler grit and GCCC pride
In a November 13 2000 four overtime classic Garden City Community College edged Butler 23 17 to win the Jayhawk Conference and reach the national title, a turning point that preceded Butler’s 15 year dominance. The Butler Grizzlies then won eight straight conference titles and 12 of 18 before 2014.
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Mets Royals World Series rotation announced
Kansas City plans to start Edinson Volquez in Game 1 with Johnny Cueto in Game 2 and Yordano Ventura in Game 3 while Mets will counter with Matt Harvey in Game 1 and Noah Syndergaard in Game 3. Royals coach Ned Yost discussed rotation details amid media day.
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Royals Uncertain Rotation Seeks A Lotus Of Rest And Reds
Kansas City debates starting Edinson Vasquez, Yordano Ventura and Johnny Cueto across three days rest for the World Series. Cueto aims to repeat his eight inning two run gem in Houston while Cueto’s road meltdown looms.
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Faith pays off as Porter and Matthews spark Garden City upset
Western Kentucky transfer Porter and freshman linebacker Matthews stayed with Garden City Community College when not on the 20 out of state roster. Porter threw 248 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another score in a 25 20 upset of No 1 Butler as Matthews led the defense and offense in a standout performance.
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Royals fall short in Game 7 ends magical season
Royals, once riding a miraculous revival, lost 3 2 to the Giants in Game 7 of the World Series. Alex Gordon on third and Sal Perez at the plate with two outs in the ninth faced Madison Bumgarner as Mike Moustakas awaited on deck. The loss ended a dramatic run that had fans chanting Lets Go Royals as the team reflected on a season of redemption and uncertain future.
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Mangino exits ISU amid QB shift and staff change
Ames Iowa former Kansas coach Mark Mangino leaves Iowa State after weeks of discord with Paul Rhoads. Todd Sturdy will run the offense as Joel Lanning is named starter at quarterback ahead of a Texas game. Mangino’s KU tenure included a 50 48 overall record and an orange bowl win.
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