Meek Made Mark as Player and Coach for Hall of Fame
The Ottawa University Athletic Hall of Fame will induct Don Meek, age 71, in a May 20 ceremony. Meek starred at Ottawa U from 1937 to 1939, coached Braves basketball to four Kansas Conference titles, taught at multiple colleges, served in the Army, and later led Manchester College track and cross country before retiring in 1980. He noted the Ottawa community and reunion value in returning for the honor.
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Carey aims to beat 3A champ Root in state track clash
Central Heights senior Greg Carey pursues the 3200 meter title at state after multiple wins over Royal Valley star Shawn Root in regional and preparatory meets. Carey, seeking to overturn Root at Wichita May 26 27, trains through Three Rivers and regional events, wary of peak timing.
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Heights boys win Three Rivers League title at Uniontown
Central Heights Junior High boys swept Division I track titles in seventh and eighth grade with strong showings across events. Girls teams finished fourth as results list standout marks from Lawrence, Silley, Stonemire, Wuertz, and Chrisjohn along with Central Heights relay crews.
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Lewis’ comeback wows KCAC foes at Hillsboro
Ottawa University athlete Sheila Lewis shattered the KCAC 100 meter record with an 11.9 in prelims and won the event at Hillsboro, adding a 200 final podium finish while balancing motherhood and school. Her family ties to Ottawa U. and Ottawa High highlight a revived track career.
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Bet You Didn't Know Facts From Baseball History
A quirky science style brief notes Babe Ruth’s pitching greatness before his hitting era and Rube Waddell’s legendary exhibition stunt. It adds a promo line for Deere Season sales at Underwood’s with time-limited savings on lawn and garden equipment.
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