Mendez joins K State as Mooney links loom
Youngstown Ohio’s Cardinal Mooney product Jaime Mendez, a preseason All American senior, headlines Kansas State’s 1990 schedule as head coach Bill Snyder builds a defense. Bob Stoops recruited him from Mooney via Kent State and Iowa connections, with Ohio State and Kentucky also in play before Mendez chose K State.
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May Leads K State QB Controversy Amid Facility Push
Kansas State quarterback Chad May, a transfer from Cal State Fullerton, emerges atop the depth chart after Jason Smargiasso leaves, with May praised for spring gains. The program nears completion on a 2.2 million indoor facility and a 3.3 million press box ahead of the New Mexico State opener. Also retiring are Culver, Smith, and Placek due to injuries as Snyder eyes continued improvement and a move toward a conference title.
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Royals close in on West lead in pennant race
Kansas City edged Minnesota 5-2 as Kevin Appier improved to 14-6, lowering his ERA to 3.04 over eight innings. Hal McRae framed the Royals as contenders in a tight pennant chase, with Gary Gaetti noting the team’s defensive and pitching strengths. The win trims Chicago’s lead to two games. Boston beat the Cubs 5-0.
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Jayhawks prep for Kickoff Classic with Florida State
KU coaches praised defense and two-a-day practices as Mason notes improvement. Eichloff and Foy led sophomores in drills during two sessions. The Jayhawks plan a light workout Saturday morning and a closed dress rehearsal scrimmage, a week before the Kickoff Classic against Florida State.
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Red Dog Dog Days: Gardner trains Lawrence High athletes
Lawrence officer Don Gardner leads summer conditioning for LHS athletes through two daily sessions over six to seven weeks. The program includes sprints and varied drills to build speed and endurance, with 90 to 100 participants from volleyball, football, cheerleaders, gymnasts, and track, plus occasional help from other coaches and former Lions.
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Single Wing Loses Last Holdout at Denison
Denison University in Granville Ohio drops the single wing after 39 years under coach Keith Piper. Bill Wentworth, a former Washington assistant, will succeed Piper and guide the Big Red into modern football, acknowledging a fading tradition and changing times.
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