Mangino Sees KU Football Youth Driving 2004 Push
Kansas coach Mark Mangino highlights a lean, athletic influx as Kansas aims to strengthen the defensive line after losing seniors. Freshmen and juco transfers like Theo Baines, Rodney Harris, and Cesar Rodriguez gain weight and speed, while Todd Haselhorst and Mike Rivera emerge as potential impact players. The Jayhawks open Sept. 4 at home against Tulsa seeking a consecutive bowl berth.
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Raiders brief pitching depth heads to state tourney opener
Lawrence Raiders travel with 12 players to the American Legion Class AAA state tournament in Chanute for a 1 p.m. game against Arkansas City. Despite injuries leaving nine ready to play, coach Reggie Christiansen says the team is 34-15 and relies on strong pitching led by Tyson Corley and arms Aaron Madill, Jake Hoover, Grant Meisenheimer, and Matt Wingert. The winner faces a 5 p.m. Friday matchup after a tough regional run with limited rotation.
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Outlaws aim to upstage Raiders in Kansas tourney
Lawrence Outlaws travel nearly 100 miles to Chanute for the eight team double elimination American Legion tournament. Coach Matt Schubert says the squad is driven to beat the Lawrence Raiders and reach the winner’s bracket final. The Outlaws open tonight at 8 facing Chanute and must rely on strong pitching and defense to advance after beating top seed Topeka Post 74.
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Hansbrough draws college interest from big programs
Missouri Kentucky Kansas and North Carolina top Hansbrough's list with no leader. Crowds of KU and MU fans watched as Hansbrough scored 24 in a 78 69 loss for the St Louis Eagles to the Dakota Schoolers amid tournament play. Team Texas recruits Miles and Rogers were Court two fixtures but Kansas remains a favored option with top two or three status.
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Mason Switches Positions as Shrine Bowl Sendoff
Baldwin High graduate Micah Mason, a four year starter and two time Journal-World All-Area pick, signs to play at Baker University under coach Mike Grossner. He headlines the East squad in the Shrine Bowl after also starring in June’s Kansas City Metro Classic, shifting to defensive end as he trains in Emporia State residence hall amid two a days.
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Collison opens up after injury filled year with Sonics
KU standout and 12th pick Collison talks about shoulder surgeries, missing a season, and his return in summer league. He details the tough year, patience, rehab, and the joy of basketball while preparing for the next season. He notes his college scoring place and enjoying camps and youth interaction.
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Kansas coach plans cautious camp ahead of 50th anniversary
Self says he will narrow the camp roster after eight practices and may red shirt players to avoid playing 17. Keith Langford is recovering from knee surgery, while Alex Galindo returns from a hand operation and J.R. Giddens nears full recovery from knee and foot issues. Kansas may unveil a 50th anniversary logo and target a March 1 reunion with Kansas State in Allen Fieldhouse with possible retro uniforms.
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