Cyclone boys close season against ranked foes on road
Ottawa High School Cyclones (12-7) conclude the regular season at Spring Hill after recent tests against Paola and Eudora, both state ranked at times. Coach Cliff McCullough praised the Frontier League's depth and noted Friday's tough road test prepares Ottawa for sub state with Abilene and Wamego looming. In a 65-51 loss to Eudora, McCullough said the Cardinals disrupted Ottawa’s offense as the team heads into the postseason.
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White Sparks OHS Late Surge To Beat Eudora
Ottawa High School girls rallied in the fourth quarter, closing a two point gap with a 20-1 run led by Ryen White who scored a career high 22 points. The Cyclones held on for a 47-38 victory over Eudora as Ottawa improved to 8-11.
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Wellsville Senior Bryce Smith Carries Family Football Traditions
Wellsville High School senior Bryce Smith, whose parents Brandon and Bernie Smith were college athletes, led the Eagles to a final four run. Smith credits his work ethic and competitive nature to both parents and aims to continue at Fort Scott Community College, seeking to prove himself at the college level in defense. He credits coach Brad Burkdoll for shaping his relentless mindset and believes the Jayhawk Conference will serve as a springboard to further opportunities.
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Eagles eye rematch with WF in sub state showdown
Wellsville High School boys basketball closed the regular season with two big wins to secure sub state seeding and a Pioneer League title. The No. 3 Eagles beat West Franklin 61 35 on senior night and edged Iola 61 54 to share the league crown. They’ll host No. 6 West Franklin in a 7 p.m. sub state opener in Wellsville, with the regional round set for Thursday and Saturday in Mound City.
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Sub-state berths set for Wellsville and West Franklin girls
Wellsville and West Franklin secured home games in the first round of next week’s sub-state. Wellsville closes the regular season at 12-7, faces Central Heights in a rematch after a 48-42 win by Central Heights over Lyndon and a 48-42 win by Wellsville over Iola earlier. West Franklin, 12-8, hosts Jayhawk-Linn in the opener. Semifinals and finals are set for Friday and Saturday in Mound City.
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