Rookies shine as Self hails progress and Bran don’s return
Kansas coach Bill Self praised freshmen and walk-ons for hard work while Bran don Rush nears court return from ACL surgery. He also outlined the team’s work with Boy Scouts and an ASSIST Foundation fundraiser set for Late Night in the Phog.
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Huard Earns Chiefs Center Role After Long Wait
Quarterback Huard embraces his first chance as Chiefs starter, signing a new contract and moving ahead of Croyle. He aims to start Sept 9 at Houston while Croyle shifts to the sidelines. Huard credits perseverance and cites Brad Johnson and Steve Young as late bloomers who found their opportunities.
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Seabury and Veritas prep squads load for season
Seabury Academy led by junior Bria Phipps with sophomores Jamie Fisher Carli Noller and transfer Sarah Ramirez, plus freshmen Jessica Babcock Angela Grimes. Seabury’s seven true players include three sophomores and two non seniors. Malta slated Lara Thompson joins in September. Veritas Christian School features seven players, three seniors, led by co-captains Kristie Tiegreen and Adrienne Willems with Becky Woods Kirsten Bennett Tacyr Shelton and Emily Zimmerman plus Meaghan Holmes.
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Free State Golf Opens in Heat with Strong Grind
Free State High girls completed 18 holes at the Topeka West Invitational despite heat. Kelly Morris shot 2105 on Cypress Ridge par 71, Genny Salvatore posted 98 in her Free State debut, while Grace Brahler fired 97. Coach Craig Hershiser praised the grind it out effort and noted needs from inside 100 yards as practice focus today.
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KU's backfield mix favors McAnerson over Sharp
Kansas coach Mark Mangino notes a situational backfield with Jake Sharp and Brandon McAnerson the lead contenders. Carmen Boyd-Anderson pushing for carries, may avoid redshirt and contribute early. McAnerson expected to earn more reps, while Boyd-Anderson gains experience and eyes No. 3 role.
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CMU targets top receiver back after shoulder surgery
Central Michigan sophomore Bryan Anderson, who set a school record with 73 receptions last season, returns after missing time to recover from shoulder surgery. Coach Butch Jones said Anderson is catching up, added he did not participate in spring practice. Jones, new to CMU, helped recruit Dan LeFevour. Kansas coach Rick Mangino warns about unfamiliar CMU play.
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San Jose State names former KU player as basketball ops coordinator
K C Hilgenkamp, a former Kansas University women's basketball player recruited by Pam DeCosta, is named coordinator of basketball operations at San Jose State. Hilgenkamp played two KU seasons 2000 01 and 2001 02 and holds KU records including career free throw percentage of .828 and seventh all time in three point makes with 70.
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KU star Woodard honored at U.S. Open ceremony
Kansas University basketball great Lynette Woodard was honored at the U.S. Open opening ceremony in New York. The event titled Breaking Barriers showcased over 15 African American female pioneers across sports entertainment politics and arts in a tribute to Althea Gibson on the 50th anniversary of her Open victory. Woodard was celebrated as the first female member of the Harlem Globetrotters.
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Kansas duo earns all tournament honors at Oregon Invitational
Kansas University pair Flavia Lino and Natalie Uhart named all tournament selections after the Oregon Invitational where the Jayhawks posted a 2-1 record.
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