Morningstar Known as Goose Spurs KU Comeback Era
Kansas coach Ted Owens recalls Roger Morningstar nicknamed Goose who joined KU in 1973 74 and 74 75. Morningstar soared to starter duties on two Big Eight title teams after Olney Junior College, offering 6 6 210 versatility and a high spirited pump move.
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Morningstar reflects on a star turn and KU ties
Former coach Ted Owens praises Roger Morningstar for his growth at Kansas, noting his guard like ball handling and shooting. Morningstar, now with Converse, has kept contact with Owens and the 74 Final Four teammates, including Rick Suttle who played in Argentina. Morningstar recalls BYU recruit era and his decision to join KU after visiting campus.
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Morningstar drives Converse deals with stars and schools
Morningstar, Converse's main man since 1976, coordinates deals with NBA stars like Latrell Sprewell and Isaiah Rider and pairs with college coaches such as Roy Williams and Bob Knight. He runs Hoop It Up events in 50 states and 24 European sites, helps design new shoes, and recalls a youth spent at KU before settling in Lawrence.
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Trotter Named MVC Player of the Week in Illinois State Return
Maurice Trotter a Lawrence High alum and transfer to Illinois State earned the Missouri Valley Conference player of the week after contributing 12 points with two threes in an 88 71 loss to Iowa State. He added 22 against Hawaii Hilo and 18 vs Northern Iowa as ISU coach Kevin Stallings guides the team.
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Kansas AP 11-Man All-State Football Team Honor Roll
Lion Williams headlines the third annual AP 11-Man Kansas All-State team with DeAngelo Evans AP Player of the Year for the second straight season. Derby coach Tom Young named 1994 AP Coach of the Year and Lions players John Karr Reggie Harrison Nate Williams earn spots. Evans led Wichita Collegiate to a 12-1 3A title season with 2640 rushing yards and 37 touchdowns, ranking 11th all time with 7,487 career rushing yards. He needs 1706 yards next season to reach No 2 all time.
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McLouth Oskie eyeing winning season in new gym
Oskaloosa High boys coach Matt Twombley, entering his second year, expects a winning season with eight letter winners back from a 7-13 squad. Key returnees include Vinnie Lothiere Denny Beach Henry Alcala Noel Seuerbacher Jeremy Rockhold and Tucker Craig. The Bears open the Delaware Valley League tournament Thursday at Horton. Carrie Korb leads the girls with four returning starters Christine McConkey Jenica Decker Rachael Moffet and Sally Shughard.
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Delaware Valley schedule outlines multiple basketball games
The Delaware Valley and McLouth boys and girls teams list Dec through Feb games including tourns and invites. Notable players Powell, Korb, Shughart and Gish are mentioned as starters or key contributors, with Bechard guiding McLouth girls.
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