Lefebvre notes Royals Caravan buzz turns to genuine excitement
Salina coverage by Bob Davidson recalls Royals Caravan visits at Walmart where lines stretched around the corner. Special assistant Lefebvre says fan enthusiasm is real after offseason moves including Shields Santana and Davis. New talent like Butler Gordon Hosmer Moustakas Perez Escobar Cain fuels optimism and a shift from waiting on future stars to vertical build.
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Sterling Edges Ottawa Women As Free Throws Decide Game
Ottawa University fell 68 63 to Sterling as the Lady Warriors sealed the win with six free throws in the final 43 seconds. Ottawa led 63 62 but a 3 on 1 turnover and late misses doomed the comeback. Coach Bruce Tate lamented turnovers and failed possession basketball in the loss.
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Ottawa Braves struggle vs Sterling after second-half surge
Ottawa University men’s basketball fell 87-78 to Sterling at Wilson Field House after a strong second half comeback. The Braves were flat in the first half, trailing by 19, then surged with energy and ball movement but could not overcome the earlier deficit. Coach Andy Carrier urged continued effort to find a consistent lineup and produce passion and teamwork each night.
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Marshall keeps Shockers rolling
Wichita State's 6th-year coach Gregg Marshall brings constant energy as the Shockers rise to No. 20, lead the Missouri Valley, and eye a fourth straight 25-win season after a late-December injury stretch. Senior guard Demetric Williams anchors a resilient roster as wins pile up.
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