Lions' senior Wiedeman wins state title over Maize
Matt Wiedeman, the loser in the 1997 state final, pitched a five-hitter with five strikeouts to lead Lawrence High to a 2-0 victory over Maize in the Class 6A state baseball final at Hoglund Ballpark. Wiedeman finished his senior season 10-0 with a 2.20 ERA and 88 strikeouts in 73 innings, signing with Allen County CC.
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Lions win state baseball title after flawless ninth
Lawrence High School completed a 22-2 season as pitcher Wiedeman threw a five-hit shutout with five strikeouts. Etken drove in two with a two-out single, Murray doubled, Ledbetter walked, and Bingham loaded the bases before Etken delivered the decisive grounder. A 2,300-strong crowd celebrated as the Lions clinched the state crown and Perry praised all 18 players for contributing to the victory.
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KU golfers open play at NCAA championships in Alabama
KU enters the 2000 NCAA men's golf championships at Grand National in Opelika, Alabama, with a 21st ranking. The Jayhawks face fast bermuda greens and a tough field of 30 teams, aiming to survive the 36-hole cut and post their best NCAA finish. Notables include Georgia Tech and Arizona State among top contenders.
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Kid Nichols Hall of Fame hurler from Kansas City
Chuck Woodling recalls baseball great Charles Kid Nichols born 1869 Madison Wisconsin died 1953 Kansas City Missouri. Nichols debuted with Kansas City in 1887 and later played for Boston in the National League earning seven 30 win seasons setting major league records. Known as Kid for his slight build and baby face, he coached in Kansas City and mentored Casey Stengel while also earning the nickname Nervy Nick for once demanding over 2400 dollars. Memorial Day graveside tribute marks his lasting immortality to fans.
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Missouri signee Bryant struggles with SAT wait
Missouri basketball recruit Travon Bryant, a 6-9 sophomore from Long Beach Jordan High, failed to reach the SAT qualifying score by 20 points for a full scholarship. He will retake both tests in June while considering MU as a partial qualifier if needed. He mentions tutor sessions and a belief he will qualify next time.
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