Lions defense overwhelms SM North in 29 15 season opener
Lawrence High's defensive unit sacks SM North quarterback Danny Bartlett nine times for minus 16 yards guiding a 29 15 victory. Senior DT Ryan Williams adds two sacks while Frank Salb Beau Wenger Ryan Fender Charles Chappell and Kurt Wenger contribute one each as LHS stifles the Indians. Scott Cordova and Tony Thomas pace the offense with 144 rushing yards and three TDs as LHS opens 1 0 under coach Dick Purdy and set to host Manhattan next week.
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LHS Player of the Week Simon Cordova Dominates
Simon Cordova, senior slotback for LHS, starred in a 29-15 win over Shawnee Mission North. He caught a 50 yard TD pass, blocked a PAT, and recovered a fumble while playing on offense, defense, and special teams. Coach Dick Purdy lauded his effort and noted the need for rest. Honorable mentions included Ryan Fender Dustin Myers Ryan Williams Frank Salb Tony Thomas.
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Lawrence lifts Firebirds past O-North in opener
Free State junior fullback Jake Lawrence rushed for 98 yards and two touchdowns and recovered two fumbles in a 42-27 win over two-time defending Class 6A champion Olathe North at Haskell Stadium. He set a school rushing record and scored on a 64-yard pass and a 69-yard run as the Firebirds handed Olathe North its first regular season loss since 1994. Lawrence credited blocking and teammates as key factors in the victory. Free State next hosts Olathe South at 7 p.m.
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Free State tops rivals in stunning Olathe North upset
Free State High defeats Olathe North 15 to 13 at Haskell Stadium, snapping North’s 24-game win streak and earning the program a marquee win. Coach Bob Lisher lauded adjustments by defensive coordinator Mike Hill and praised standout performances by quarterback Matt Helder, backs Chris Wheatley and Marc Mondi, and a reshaped offensive line. The Firebirds aim to keep momentum next week.
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Naismith plans fundraisers and programs for better sportsmanship
James Naismith outlines a foundation push to teach kids fair play and fun in basketball. The plan includes fundraisers in Chicago and Lawrence, sportsmanship awards, basketball van outreach to schools, best moment spots on TV games, backboard donations, scholarship lists, and international youth art contests supported by forthcoming banquets.
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