Nelson leads Emporia past Ottawa in 62 45 clash
Jesse Nelson, 6-6 star, erupts for 32 points and 13 rebounds to lift Emporia High over Ottawa High 62-45. Ottawa misfires 41 percent while Emporia shoots 51 percent, aided by Nelson’s inside dominance and the Cyclones’ 16 turnovers.
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Sun Bowl coaches clash amid Santa visit miscue
In El Paso Texas Georgia coach Vince Dooley and Nebraska coach Bob Devaney faced a humorous scene as both teams prepared for the Sun Bowl. The pair confronted a Santa figure during pregame activities, creating a lighthearted moment before kickoff.
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Pomona Holds First With 62 50 Victory Over Melvern
Pomona stays atop the Tri Lakes League with a 62 50 win over Melvern as Hogue leads with 19 points and a strong 20 of 32 free throws pace the Indians. Melvern, paced by Sage with 19, drops to 3 4 overall while Pomona improves to 4 1.
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Jayhawk Tourney Final Sees Kansas Facing Western Kentucky
Kansas powers to finals after balanced scoring and a second half surge in the Jayhawk Classic. Western Kentucky relies on Jim McDaniels as the Hilltoppers upset Texas El Paso 78 59 to reach the final while SMU’s Gene Phillips scored 35 before fouling out as Kansas, led by Robisch Stallworth and Russell, eyes the title in Allen Fieldhouse tonight.
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Wyandotte Beats Topeka In Kansas Class 5A Title Game
Wyandotte High School remains undefeated at 4-0 after a 57-48 victory over Topeka at the Topeka home court under new coach Don Upson. The win reinforces Wyandotte’s status as a top state contender while listing other results from the opening night across Kansas, including Sumner’s 82-28 win and Atchison’s 68-49 triumph.
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Williamsburg Grad Signs With Ft. Hays
Fort Hays State football coach Tom Stromgren announced the signing of Fort Scott Junior College linebacker Jake Heck a 5-11 207 pound junior. Heck a Williamsburg High product helped Fort Scott to a 10 0 regular season and played in 20 junior college games. He transferred from Fort Collins Colorado at semester and resides in Ottawa.
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Kentucky Wildcats Edge Navy 73-59 In Tourney Nightcap
Kentucky top-ranked Rupp led a 73-59 victory over unranked Navy in the Kentucky Invitational Tournament nightcap. Navy's defense disrupted Kentucky shooters, but critical free throws late sealed the win as Pratt and Issel led scoring. Other top games mapped out the holiday doubleheaders around the country.
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Buffs overwhelm Panthers 63 33 to stay unbeaten
Quenemo press strategy yields turnovers but poor shooting as Buffs dominate Williamsburg 63 to 33. Dan Bolen leads Quenemo with 17 points while Williamsburg’s Mike Hermreck scores 10. Quenemo improves to 6 0 with strong defense and rebounding edge.
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Gardner 54 Baldwin 38 non-league victory
Gardner breaks scoring drought to beat Baldwin 54 to 38 in a Jayhawk League non league clash. Gardner pulls away 20 8 in the final period while Baldwin struggles from the line missing 17 of 25. Cliff Shick and Dennis O Bryan lead with 18 points each.
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Pro Basketball Friday Results and Schedule
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