KU cornerback eyes NFL path inspired by Charles Woodson
Kansas University cornerback Andrew Davison emulates Charles Woodson wearing No. 24 to honor his idol. The Detroit native, 5-11, 195 pounds, started strong with four tackles in a season-opening loss to SMU and seeks redemption as KU faces UAB. Davison dreams of joining the Raiders alongside his role model.
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KU remembers Blazers 1998 four overtime thriller
KU players recall the 1998 four overtime win over UAB in Birmingham. Harrison Hill starred with three TDs including an 81-yard punt return, and the Jayhawks prevailed after a see-saw battle that pushed the game into four extra frames. Kansas kicker woes and late heroics defined the epic road victory.
AREA CAPSULES: Kansas district high school football notes
DeSoto remains winless after a 72-0 loss to Santa Fe Trail. Basehor-Linwood seeks offense after two shutouts. Baldwin beat Wellsville 28-8 with Heath Knight throwing two TD passes and a rushing score. Gardner fell 21-19 to Prairie View after leading at halftime. Mill Valley earned its first win 35-14 over Perry Lecompton led by John Goodin’s 174 rushing yards. Lansing visits Mill Valley after a 37-20 loss to Kansas City Turner. Tonganoxie seeks first win after two losses, having been outscored 66-14. THS beat Immaculata 33-4 with Holek and Morando scoring. Pembroke upset KC St. Marys 13-12. Immaculata and Perry Lecompton both sit near 2-0 and 1-1. McLouth and Wathena look for first victories after losses. Ottawa’s defense has allowed nine points in two games, with Brent Miller returning three interceptions for TDs. Bonner Springs fell 28-0 to Atchison. Santa Fe Trail travels to Marysville, as SET shut out DeSoto 72-0 last week. Marysville opened with a win over Maur Hill, then loss to Hiawatha. Troy visits Oskaloosa, which has not allowed a point this season. Kyle Newell’s 85-yard punt return highlighted Oskaloosa’s 35-0 win over McLouth. All games start at 7 p.m.
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LHS Faces O East In Early Season Test
LHS at 2-0 for first time since 1993, aims to integrate nine receivers as coach Wedd notes skill players and situational roles. Lions lead O East 5-1 in series, with lone loss 19-15 in 1997. Andy Flory could return after a dislocated collarbone while Jonathan Albers misses second straight game with a foot injury.
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Offense and Defense Roster of John Riling Squad
A detailed line by line roster lists players by position including John Riling at offense and Jeff Hauber at defense. It shows class years and heights for many seniors such as Damon Emeg as, Devin McAnderson, C J Kle, and Dustin Goodin. The defense features Hauber Wiesner Wilkes Willis Goodin and Benitez McAnderson Seymour Scott among others.
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Free State to Face SM South in KU Game
KU coach notes need to loosen defense as Free State tackles a Raiders team that struggles in passing while SM South shows rush offense strength. Key players listed include Herrera Coffman Pohl Imada Karr Gress Barr Cruse and Noyola making a 2000 debut after suspensions. Injuries involve Brewer and Douglas with updates on their status.
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Eudora Hosts Wellsville In Home Opener At Laws Field
Eudora Cardinals at 1-1 host Wellsville 0-2 after back to back road tests. Brian Harris leads Eudora with 269 rushing yards. Wellsville seeks first win after losses to Louisburg and Baldwin. Game time 7 p.m. with a Cable Six replay at 10:30.
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Mill Valley beats Perry Lecompton for first school victory
Ayer of W John Goodin of Mill Valley rushed 74 yards and a touchdown helping the varsity to a 35 14 win over Perry Lecompton. Coach George Radell praised the 197 pound sophomore as the fastest on the team despite his grade. Other local players had notable performances including Brian Harris of Eudora and Brent Miller of Ottawa with two TDs on returns and Dan Prost of Santa Fe Trail with long runs.
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