Selfs donation funds Lawrence rec park center plan
Bill Self and the Assists Foundation donated 2 million dollars toward a 24.5 million, 181000 square foot recreation center at Rock Chalk Park in Lawrence. Construction will add eight gyms and a fitness center adjacent to KU facilities. The gift supports youth health, sports participation and community wellness beyond basketball use. The foundation pledged an additional 1 million earlier and may fund future wellness projects in town.
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KU Women Lead NCAA Outdoor Day One At Hayward Field
Kansas University built a 17 point lead after day one at the NCAA Outdoor Championship at Hayward Field led by Andrea Geubelle who finished runner up in the long jump. Alena Krechyk and Heather Bergmann also scored while the KU 4x100 relay reached the finals as Diamond Dixon exited the 400. The meet continues today with Stigler advancing in the 400 hurdles.
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Weis adds Hawaii series to Kansas football slate
Kansas coach Charlie Weis announced a home and away series with Hawaii for 2016 and 2017. Kansas hosts Hawaii on Sept 24 2016 and plays at Aloha Stadium on Sept 2 2017. The move aims to boost recruiting in Hawaii and the islands, a territory Weis has long pursued.
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Longtime FSHS track coach Heffernan steps aside
Free State High track coach and science department chairman Steve Heffernan will resign after 16 seasons, culminating in the Firebirds winning the Class 6A state title. He will become associate principal at FSHS starting July 1, citing a desire for new workload and impact in administration while cherishing students’ successes.
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