Lions roll past Rockhurst in 81 65 win
Kansas City area Lions led 36 22 at halftime and pulled away in the second quarter to beat Rockhurst 81 65 on Tuesday. Todd Heitshusen scored 24 points, Adam Wilmes a career high 20 with eight rebounds as Lawrence High improves to 12 5 seeking a strong sub state seed.
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Kansas seniors claim another league crown
Kansas University extended its dominance with an 81-72 win over Colorado to clinch a share of the Big 12 title. With one victory or favorable Texas Tech and Baylor results, KU could seal the outright crown. Guard Ryan Robertson praised the team’s consistency after a demanding stretch on the road.
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Williams claims gold in coat-tossing event
Williams jokes about a world distance record for left handed coat toss in Boulder. The article notes Raef Lafrentz’s absence and cites Kansas players Lafrentz Pierce and others, plus references to Big 12 leaders and a new KU practice facility.
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Struggling Buffs await KU women
Kansas University women face Colorado in a diminished rivalry as Texas Tech nears the league title. Kansas sits 16-6 overall, 8-4 in the Big 12, tied for third with Baylor and Nebraska. Colorado is 10-12, 4-8, on a two-game skid and eighth in the standings. The 7:05 p.m. tipoff is at Allen Fieldhouse.
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Winter Olympics Karaoke Hazards and Bar Tales
A humorous Japan themed memory links three events at a winter Olympics venue. A Latvian politician lifts a guest in a bar while a spoon bending act and luge medalists entertain. The piece notes karaoke origins, simple gear, and heavy beer presence.
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