Parting comments from former KU athletic director’s wife
Sherry Bohl, Lawrence, writes to the editor amid her husband Allen Bohl’s controversial dismissal as KU athletic director. She praises his 25 year athletics career, cites NCAA review roles, and condemns media attacks while thanking supporters across Kansas. She notes alleged behind the scenes donor pressure and defends Allen’s accomplishments and character.
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Kansas
University of Kansas
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Ohio State University
NCAA
Utah State
Oregon State
Oklahoma State
Oklahoma
University of Notre Dame
Diane Nielsen
Rock Chalk
Sherry Bohl
Lawrence
Coaches shape minds and fairness define team success at KU
The writer praises coaches for fairness and impact beyond skill, urging wider player recognition at the coming Allen Fieldhouse reunion after the NCAA finals. He highlights KU stars Keith Langford and Jeff Graves as deserving awardees, notes Kansas’ strong season, and recalls family links to coaching legends.
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John Burnison
Don James
Washington University
Paul Brown
Ohio
John Wooden
UCLA
Greg Wooden
Allen Fieldhouse
Keith Langford
Jeff Graves
Kansas
Fans rally to support Roy Williams and LAHS praise
Letter writers defend Roy Williams and urge team unity and fan appreciation amid change. Kay Opper credits LAHS instruction and staff for higher self esteem and eagerness to learn, while Betty Linder calls for budget cuts elsewhere in the district.
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Roy Williams
Kay Opper
Lawrence
LAHS
Lawrence Alternative High School
Minder
Betty Linder
Goodbye Roy: Journal-World Reflections on Bunker Clark
The Journal-World pauses to reflect on the career of Bunker Clark and the recent farewell to a beloved figure. Readers recall key moments, contributions, and the lasting impact of Clark on the paper and community.
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Roy
Journal-World
Bunker Clark
Lawrence
Lawrence Alternative High School praised for positive student impact
A parent expresses joy over LAHS staff at Lawrence Alternative High School for helping students succeed and receiving hopeful comments on their teen's report cards. The writer notes the challenge of watching a child struggle and celebrates progress and honest praise.
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Lawrence Alternative High School
KU fans react to coaching turmoil and ethics in sports
Law rence Kansas readers debate the ethics of recruiting coaches from rival programs as KU seeks top national status. Comments reference Roy Williams and Bill Self, express hopes for integrity across athletics, and wonder about Self's dance appeal for Late Night.
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Kansas
Roy Williams
North Carolina
Hemenway
United States
Kenneth Newman III
Pomona
Holy Moley
Coach Self
Hollyce Morris
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