Seniors win state swimming titles at 6A meet in Topeka
Lawrence High senior Stephen Johnson led the Lions with two firsts and helped push Free State star Evan Eskilson to a state title in the 100 backstroke. Eskilson and Johnson earned all state first teams as Free State finished fifth and Shawnee Mission East won the meet. Johnson praised team unity while Eskilson reflected on his long journey before college plans to the University of South Dakota.
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LHS wrestlers secure four state bids from regionals
Lawrence High coach Pat Naughton saw Logan Farrell AJ Powell Belle Dye and Melle Dye reach state after a tough 16 team regional. Farrell the lone LHS freshman went 4 1 at 106 pounds Powell finished 3 2 at 182 and the Dye sisters Bellie and Melle fell short in regional finals. LHS placed eighth with 71 points as Class 6A state tourney at Hartman Arena Park City opens Friday.
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Butler fuels Free State rally in 60-55 loss to Bishop Miege
Butler led Free State with 16 points and five rebounds as a late surge and a 16-2 run in the third quarter kept the game close with Bishop Miege. Robinson-Earl and Earley paced the Stags with 26 and 15 points respectively, while Jones added 15. Free State drops to 14-4 and travels to Shawnee Mission Northwest next.
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