Lawrence High Eyes Strong Start For Track Season
Lawrence High Coach Jerry Skakal prepares 100 athletes for Thursday's season opener at Seaman High in the Topeka West Relays. Star senior Chris Williams anchors the distance squads and Duke-bound Williams along with sprinter Charles Brown headline a deep group, with Javelin threats Brandon Lechtenberg and Nick Gregory adding field depth. The Lions host Leavenworth on March 28 before a quadrangular on April 20 and Kansas Relays return to KU Memorial Stadium after a hiatus.
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Memorial Stadium May meet at Overland Park Sunflower League
In Kansas at Memorial Stadium and Overland Park venues, teams compete in the May Invitational events within the Sunflower League. The meets feature schools from Shawnee Mission North and nearby districts in a district wide track and field series.
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Kansas University basketball player may avoid charges
Lester Earl, 23, a Kansas University basketball player, has applied for diversion after a late January arrest in Eudora for speeding and operating while intoxicated. Police say a rehearing could determine if he remains under court supervision.
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Kansas football shows speed gains in spring testing
KU players posted sub 4.5 second 40s with 20 accomplishing the mark and 10 benching 400 pounds or more. Nate Dwyer led a 680 pound squat while Moran Norris topped the bench and Owen and Duncan posted top lifts. Despite strong measurables, coach Roll stressed translating speed and power into wins as spring drills resume.
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Free State High track aims for depth and state experience
Free State High's track and field squad blends eight girls and seven boys with recent state tourney experience as coach Steve Heffernan touts balance. The Firebirds open at an indoor meet in Lincoln Nebraska, with 28 athletes traveling. Senior Jamie Reed leads returning state qualifiers, aiming for higher jumps, while others like Humbarger Chadwick Dubois and Lee return from last year’s podium finishes.
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