Cyclones optimistic after 18 point setback to Independence
Ottawa High coach Ron Mann remains confident despite an 18 0 loss to Independence as his Cyclones prepare for Iola. He praised his players for effort, noted key plays by Thomas Jones and Mike Aspinwall, and stressed improvement in weak areas as a non league date at Steve Grogan Stadium looms.
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Iola Hosts Otowa as Mustangs Return to Form
Iola High School prepares to host Otawa High Friday night hoping to rekindle last year’s gridiron magic after a 28-7 season opening loss to Paola. Otawa aims to rebound from a strong eight game start in 1986 with one forfeit later.
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Iola Mustangs Hope To Rebound Against Paola
Iola coach Pat Lonergan says last year’s returners gave a strong start but this season they have not clicked yet. He notes Paola’s big plays and defense as the main factors in the near miss, with senior QB Todd Stranghoner leading the offense and key linemen Kris Smith Daaron Sarver and Scott Warren. Iola is a 15 point favorite as they seek momentum and a turnaround.
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OMS Whips Emporia to stay unbeaten in volleyball
OMS WhirlsbeatEmporia 15-4 15-2 as A team goes 4-0 and B team wins 2-0. Beasley cites nine-year feud ending, Becky Gilroy earns defensive honor. OMS returns Monday to play Pioneer Trail in A and B competition in Olathe.
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Franklin County church softball tourney set for Saturday
The Franklin County Churches Athletic Association hosts a men softball tournament at Orlis Cox Field with 10 teams in two divisions. Play begins 8 a.m. and culminates with a pair of 5 p.m. finals at Orlis Cox South, West, and the street field. semifinals at 3:45 p.m. and the top two in each division advancing.
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Pomona Faces Tough Test in Burlington Friday Night
Pomona High and Burlington clash in a key Three Rivers League Division I showdown Friday at Pomona. Pomona, 10-1 last season, seeks a win to stay in the league title hunt while Burlington, a top contender, looks to rebound after a season-opening loss. Coach Jim Mason emphasizes tough defense, field position, and minimizing mistakes as the Indians aim to prove their mettle against a high-scoring Burlington squad. Other area games round out the week with Baldwin hosting Garnett and several teams at home or on the road.
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Williamsburg
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Schofield’s diving stop seals Angels’ 6-4 win over Royals
California manager Gene Mauch lauded a great game as shortstop Dick Schofield’s reflex dive and throw preserved the Angels’ 6-4 victory in Kansas City. The Royals, led by Thad Bosley and Willie Wilson, threatened in the ninth but Schofield’s play stopped two potential runs. Bret Saberhagen took the loss after eight innings, while DeWayne Buice earned the save for Los Angeles. Minnesota’s defeat that night kept KC within 3 1/2 games of the division lead behind Chicago and Minnesota.
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Ottawa Kansas weeds declared nuisance. 10 day abatement notice
All property owners and persons in charge in Ottawa Kansas are warned that weeds over twelve inches on lots and in adjacent streets are a nuisance. If not abated within ten days, the city will remove them and levy costs, including a minimum $50 plus labor and equipment, against the affected lots.
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