MANHATTAN, Kansas (AP) — P.J. Haggerty scored 23 points and distributed 11 assists, reserve David Castillo scored 19 points and Kansas State beat Bellarmine 98-71 on Saturday night.

Khamari McGriff scored 16 points and Abdi Bashir Jr. 15 for the Wildcats who shot an overwhelming 62.3% (33 of 53) including 60.9% (14 of 23) from 3-point range.

Michael Wilson Jr. scored 19 points, Jack Karasinski 18, Brian Waddell 11 and reserve Jacob Wassler 11 for Bellarmine (0-2). The Knights struggled from behind the arc shooting 20% (4 of 20).

The Jayhawks began pulling away midway through the first half turning a 10-10 score with 14:11 before halftime into a 25-12 lead almost seven minutes later.

Kansas State led 46-30 at halftime and were up by double digits for all the second half.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1762658350269.png" alt="Photo K-State Athletics" />
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 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kansas (AP) — P.J. Haggerty scored 23 points and distributed 11 assists, reserve David Castillo scored 19 points and Kansas State beat Bellarmine 98-71 on Saturday night.Khamari McGriff scored 16 points and Abdi Bashir Jr. 15 for the Wildcats who shot an overwhelming 62.3% (33 of 53) including 60.9% (14 of 23) from 3-point range.Michael Wilson Jr. scored 19 points, Jack Karasinski 18, Brian Waddell 11 and reserve Jacob Wassler 11 for Bellarmine (0-2). The Knights struggled from behind the arc shooting 20% (4 of 20).The Jayhawks began pulling away midway through the first half turning a 10-10 score with 14:11 before halftime into a 25-12 lead almost seven minutes later.Kansas State led 46-30 at halftime and were up by double digits for all the second half.

🏀Haggerty's double-double carries Kansas State past Bellarmine

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Quincy Craig scored his second touchdown of the game on a 24-yard run with 39 seconds left in regulation and Arizona rallied to beat Kansas 24-20 on Saturday.

Coming off&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arizona-colorado-football-score-b8f3447b44b76f3f06f7ed30c0214357">a blowout win over Colorado</a>, the Wildcats (6-3, 3-3 Big 12) had a hard time moving the ball against a defense that entered the game ranked 12th in the Big 12.

Noah Fifita threw an early touchdown pass, but was sacked five times and nearly had three passes intercepted before rallying Arizona to become bowl eligible.

“We knew it was going to be an incredible battle and our players kept responding,” Arizona coach Brent Brennan said. “They kept responding and responding. ... I know it wasn't perfect, but we'll fix that.”

After Kansas' Laith Marjan pushed a 30-yard field goal wide right — his first miss in 15 attempts this season — the Wildcats took over at their own 20 with 2:39 left. Arizona moved quickly down the field and Craig burst through a big hole up the middle for the go-ahead score.

"That was definitely one of my favorite touchdowns I’ve experienced," said Craig, who had 47 yards rushing on three carries.

The Jayhawks (5-5, 3-4) controlled Arizona's offense for most of the game, holding the Wildcats to 323 total yards — nearly 100 yards below their season average. They also held Fifita to 158 yards and two touchdowns on 16-of-31 passing.

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels threw for 199 yards and a touchdown, adding 74 yards and another score rushing. His desperation attempt bounded out of the end zone as time expired.

“We were able to throw a very accurate quarterback really out of rhythm there for a while,” Kansas coach Lance Leipold said. “But they made the plays down the stretch.”

Fifita showed off his dual-threat skill set on Arizona's second drive, breaking off a 19-yard run — his longest of the season — and floating a 16-yard touchdown pass to tight end Sam Olson just as he got hit.

Daniels took his two-way turn on the Jayhawks' next two drives. He scored on a 1-yard keeper set up by a 14-yard run, then hit Emmanuel Henderson Jr. in stride for a 24-yard touchdown.

Kansas appeared to be headed to a 24-7 halftime lead when Leroy Harris III returned an interception 77 yards for a touchdown. Instead, it came back when cornerback Jalen Todd was called for holding away from the play.

Craig scored on an 8-yard touchdown two plays later by reaching the ball to the pylon, pulling Arizona within 17-14 at halftime.

The defenses took over in the second half.

Kansas had one interception overturned upon review and Syeed Gibbs had another potential pick pass through his hands.

Leipold was inclined to go for it on fourth-and-2 in Arizona's 11 with a three-point lead in the closing minutes.

The officials called an injury timeout for Daniels, who was hurt on the previous play, so he couldn't go back in even if Kansas called a timeout. Leipold opted to go for a field goal and a six-point lead, but Marjan missed his first kick of the season.

“We just felt putting one of the other guys in that situation, it was better to kick the field goal," Leipold said. "I understand that's one that could be scrutinized.”

Kansas: The Jayhawks were solid defensively most of the afternoon, but couldn't stop Arizona when it counted.

Arizona: The Wildcats seemed stuck in the desert sand most of the second half before Fifita rallied the Wildcats to to win a close game after two last-second losses earlier in the season.

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 </figure>TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Quincy Craig scored his second touchdown of the game on a 24-yard run with 39 seconds left in regulation and Arizona rallied to beat Kansas 24-20 on Saturday.Coming off&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arizona-colorado-football-score-b8f3447b44b76f3f06f7ed30c0214357">a blowout win over Colorado</a>, the Wildcats (6-3, 3-3 Big 12) had a hard time moving the ball against a defense that entered the game ranked 12th in the Big 12.Noah Fifita threw an early touchdown pass, but was sacked five times and nearly had three passes intercepted before rallying Arizona to become bowl eligible.“We knew it was going to be an incredible battle and our players kept responding,” Arizona coach Brent Brennan said. “They kept responding and responding. ... I know it wasn't perfect, but we'll fix that.”After Kansas' Laith Marjan pushed a 30-yard field goal wide right — his first miss in 15 attempts this season — the Wildcats took over at their own 20 with 2:39 left. Arizona moved quickly down the field and Craig burst through a big hole up the middle for the go-ahead score."That was definitely one of my favorite touchdowns I’ve experienced," said Craig, who had 47 yards rushing on three carries.The Jayhawks (5-5, 3-4) controlled Arizona's offense for most of the game, holding the Wildcats to 323 total yards — nearly 100 yards below their season average. They also held Fifita to 158 yards and two touchdowns on 16-of-31 passing.Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels threw for 199 yards and a touchdown, adding 74 yards and another score rushing. His desperation attempt bounded out of the end zone as time expired.“We were able to throw a very accurate quarterback really out of rhythm there for a while,” Kansas coach Lance Leipold said. “But they made the plays down the stretch.”Fifita showed off his dual-threat skill set on Arizona's second drive, breaking off a 19-yard run — his longest of the season — and floating a 16-yard touchdown pass to tight end Sam Olson just as he got hit.Daniels took his two-way turn on the Jayhawks' next two drives. He scored on a 1-yard keeper set up by a 14-yard run, then hit Emmanuel Henderson Jr. in stride for a 24-yard touchdown.Kansas appeared to be headed to a 24-7 halftime lead when Leroy Harris III returned an interception 77 yards for a touchdown. Instead, it came back when cornerback Jalen Todd was called for holding away from the play.Craig scored on an 8-yard touchdown two plays later by reaching the ball to the pylon, pulling Arizona within 17-14 at halftime.The defenses took over in the second half.Kansas had one interception overturned upon review and Syeed Gibbs had another potential pick pass through his hands.<h2>No chance to go</h2>Leipold was inclined to go for it on fourth-and-2 in Arizona's 11 with a three-point lead in the closing minutes.The officials called an injury timeout for Daniels, who was hurt on the previous play, so he couldn't go back in even if Kansas called a timeout. Leipold opted to go for a field goal and a six-point lead, but Marjan missed his first kick of the season.“We just felt putting one of the other guys in that situation, it was better to kick the field goal," Leipold said. "I understand that's one that could be scrutinized.”<h2>Takeaways</h2>Kansas: The Jayhawks were solid defensively most of the afternoon, but couldn't stop Arizona when it counted.Arizona: The Wildcats seemed stuck in the desert sand most of the second half before Fifita rallied the Wildcats to to win a close game after two last-second losses earlier in the season.<h2>Up next</h2>Kansas plays at Iowa State on Nov. 22.

🏈 Quincy Craig scores with 39 seconds left as Arizona beats KU

In a defensive battle, the No. 6 seed in Class 6A West, Derby, knocked off No. 3 seed Junction City in the second round of the playoffs. The Panthers beat the Blue Jays 28-7 in Junction City.

Junction City started the game with the ball but struggled to move it early. The Blue Jays punted, and then Derby did too, as both defenses started off the game stout. On the second Junction City drive, JCHS senior quarterback Conrad Gomez hit senior receiver Lovell Autry deep down the field at the Derby 18-yard line. Junction City faced a fourth-and-one and was stuffed when they ran out of the Wildcat formation with junior Khaliel Walker.

Derby then responded with a 91-yard drive and scored the first touchdown of the game on a six-yard rushing touchdown by junior quarterback Blade Clark. Derby led 7-0 after the first quarter.

In the second-quarter action, both teams struggled to move the ball. The Blue Jay defense kept Junction City in the game, turning the Panthers over on downs twice and also creating a turnover right before halftime. Senior cornerback Marshall Karmann had a spectacular one-handed interception at the four-yard line, not only holding Derby out of the end zone but also getting the big takeaway. Neither team was able to do anything before the half, and Derby led 7-0 at the break.

In the second half, the Panthers began with a big kickoff return and then a penalty on the Blue Jay kickoff unit. Derby began the second half with their first offensive snap at the JC 32-yard line. Again, the Junction City defense held firm and ultimately held as Derby missed a 42-yard field goal from the left hash mark.

Not long after the missed field goal, it was the Panthers’ defense that came up big. Junction City senior Conrad Gomez’s pass was intercepted and returned for a touchdown. With 7:18 to go in the third quarter, Derby led 14-0.

Despite the two-score deficit, the Blue Jays fought back. On the ensuing kickoff, senior Lovell Autry found some space and blasted through for a 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. JC trailed 14-7 at this point. Derby then quickly responded and scored on a 39-yard rushing touchdown, again by Clark, his second of the night.

The Blue Jays had many chances down the stretch, but the Panther defense was too much to handle. In the fourth quarter, Derby blocked a JCHS punt, and then junior Arieus Finley scored on a rushing touchdown to make the score 28-7, and that was the final.

With the loss, the Blue Jays are eliminated from the playoffs and end their season with a 7-3 record. Junction City’s season highlight was going undefeated in league play and winning the Centennial League.

“I could not be more proud of this group of kids,” Junction City head football coach Randall Zimmerman said. “Our seniors gave us so much this year and believed in each other and fought like crazy. We really came a long way.”

Zimmerman highlighted the growth with each practice and each game; the kids gave their all. “It’s so hard to watch them walk off, especially our seniors,” Zimmerman said. “For tonight, we just couldn’t run the ball; they stalemated us and made us one-dimensional, throwing the ball. Derby is a very good team, but again, I just want to say I am so incredibly proud of our kids for how hard they fought and how well they played this season.”

*On tonight’s 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio broadcast, we named two Players of the Game sponsored by Blu Restaurant in Junction City. The recipients were junior linebacker Toby Johnson and senior defensive lineman Noah Aguon. (For being our Players of the Game recipients, both players will receive a coupon from Blu Restaurant of Junction City for a free meal of up to $20.)

For Derby, the Panthers advance and will play at No. 2 seed Wichita Northwest next Friday night. You can <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">view the full 6A bracket here.</a>

*A special shoutout and thanks to Callie Jones for providing us with photos from every game this season.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1762587173189.jpeg" alt="Lovell Autry outruns the entire Derby kickoff team on his 98-yard Kickoff return for a touchdown in the second half of Friday's Second Round Playoff Game." />
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JC PostIn a defensive battle, the No. 6 seed in Class 6A West, Derby, knocked off No. 3 seed Junction City in the second round of the playoffs. The Panthers beat the Blue Jays 28-7 in Junction City.Junction City started the game with the ball but struggled to move it early. The Blue Jays punted, and then Derby did too, as both defenses started off the game stout. On the second Junction City drive, JCHS senior quarterback Conrad Gomez hit senior receiver Lovell Autry deep down the field at the Derby 18-yard line. Junction City faced a fourth-and-one and was stuffed when they ran out of the Wildcat formation with junior Khaliel Walker.Derby then responded with a 91-yard drive and scored the first touchdown of the game on a six-yard rushing touchdown by junior quarterback Blade Clark. Derby led 7-0 after the first quarter.In the second-quarter action, both teams struggled to move the ball. The Blue Jay defense kept Junction City in the game, turning the Panthers over on downs twice and also creating a turnover right before halftime. Senior cornerback Marshall Karmann had a spectacular one-handed interception at the four-yard line, not only holding Derby out of the end zone but also getting the big takeaway. Neither team was able to do anything before the half, and Derby led 7-0 at the break.<figure>
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 </figure>In the second half, the Panthers began with a big kickoff return and then a penalty on the Blue Jay kickoff unit. Derby began the second half with their first offensive snap at the JC 32-yard line. Again, the Junction City defense held firm and ultimately held as Derby missed a 42-yard field goal from the left hash mark.Not long after the missed field goal, it was the Panthers’ defense that came up big. Junction City senior Conrad Gomez’s pass was intercepted and returned for a touchdown. With 7:18 to go in the third quarter, Derby led 14-0.Despite the two-score deficit, the Blue Jays fought back. On the ensuing kickoff, senior Lovell Autry found some space and blasted through for a 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. JC trailed 14-7 at this point. Derby then quickly responded and scored on a 39-yard rushing touchdown, again by Clark, his second of the night.The Blue Jays had many chances down the stretch, but the Panther defense was too much to handle. In the fourth quarter, Derby blocked a JCHS punt, and then junior Arieus Finley scored on a rushing touchdown to make the score 28-7, and that was the final.With the loss, the Blue Jays are eliminated from the playoffs and end their season with a 7-3 record. Junction City’s season highlight was going undefeated in league play and winning the Centennial League.“I could not be more proud of this group of kids,” Junction City head football coach Randall Zimmerman said. “Our seniors gave us so much this year and believed in each other and fought like crazy. We really came a long way.”Zimmerman highlighted the growth with each practice and each game; the kids gave their all. “It’s so hard to watch them walk off, especially our seniors,” Zimmerman said. “For tonight, we just couldn’t run the ball; they stalemated us and made us one-dimensional, throwing the ball. Derby is a very good team, but again, I just want to say I am so incredibly proud of our kids for how hard they fought and how well they played this season.”*On tonight’s 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio broadcast, we named two Players of the Game sponsored by Blu Restaurant in Junction City. The recipients were junior linebacker Toby Johnson and senior defensive lineman Noah Aguon. (For being our Players of the Game recipients, both players will receive a coupon from Blu Restaurant of Junction City for a free meal of up to $20.)For Derby, the Panthers advance and will play at No. 2 seed Wichita Northwest next Friday night. You can <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">view the full 6A bracket here.</a>*A special shoutout and thanks to Callie Jones for providing us with photos from every game this season.&nbsp;

Blue Jays fall to Derby, end Successful Season at 7-3

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Freshman Caleb Wilson had 24 points, big man Henri Veesaar added 20 and No. 25 North Carolina dominated the second half to pull away from No. 19 Kansas 87-74 in Friday night's battle of college basketball bluebloods.

Senior Seth Trimble added 13 of his 17 after halftime, proving to be a catalyst for the Tar Heels (2-0) in taking control of the second-half tempo as UNC roared out of the break.

But North Carolina made 18 of its first 23 second-half shots — including back-to-back push-the-tempo scores by Trimble that had Kansas coach Bill Self first waving his hands in frustration and then burning a quick timeout barely two minutes in.

Kyan Evans added 12 points after a scoreless first half for the Tar Heels, who went from shooting 33% before the break to making 24 of 36 shots (66.7%) after halftime to lead by as many as 16 on the way to scoring 58 second-half points.

Kansas star freshman Darryn Peterson had 22 points to lead the Jayhawks (1-1), who led by 10 in the first half and 37-29 at the break.

The Jayhawks entered Friday having won five straight meetings between programs with a combined 10 NCAA titles, including in the 2008 Final Four, the 2012 NCAA Elite Eight and the 2022 national championship game. The Jayhawks won last year's meeting at Allen Fieldhouse despite blowing a 20-point lead and were playing their first game in Chapel Hill.

Kansas: The Jayhawks return home to face Texas A&amp;M-Corpus Christi on Tuesday.

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 </figure>CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Freshman Caleb Wilson had 24 points, big man Henri Veesaar added 20 and No. 25 North Carolina dominated the second half to pull away from No. 19 Kansas 87-74 in Friday night's battle of college basketball bluebloods.Senior Seth Trimble added 13 of his 17 after halftime, proving to be a catalyst for the Tar Heels (2-0) in taking control of the second-half tempo as UNC roared out of the break.But North Carolina made 18 of its first 23 second-half shots — including back-to-back push-the-tempo scores by Trimble that had Kansas coach Bill Self first waving his hands in frustration and then burning a quick timeout barely two minutes in.Kyan Evans added 12 points after a scoreless first half for the Tar Heels, who went from shooting 33% before the break to making 24 of 36 shots (66.7%) after halftime to lead by as many as 16 on the way to scoring 58 second-half points.Kansas star freshman Darryn Peterson had 22 points to lead the Jayhawks (1-1), who led by 10 in the first half and 37-29 at the break.The Jayhawks entered Friday having won five straight meetings between programs with a combined 10 NCAA titles, including in the 2008 Final Four, the 2012 NCAA Elite Eight and the 2022 national championship game. The Jayhawks won last year's meeting at Allen Fieldhouse despite blowing a 20-point lead and were playing their first game in Chapel Hill.<h2>Up next</h2>Kansas: The Jayhawks return home to face Texas A&amp;M-Corpus Christi on Tuesday.

🏀 Wilson, Veesaar, Trimble power North Carolina over Kansas

Round Two of the 2025 High School Football Playoffs are here! This is the regional round of the playoffs.

#3 Junction City Blue Jays (7-2) host #6 Derby Panthers (6-3) tonight at Blue Jay Stadium.&nbsp;

Listen Live to tonight's game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. You can also <a href="https://streamdb9web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/KJCKAM">listen live by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;

*Pregame coverage begins at 6:30, Kickoff is at 7:00.

Derby leads the all-time series 4-2. Derby's wins have been in 1975, 2015, 2020, and 2024.&nbsp;

Junction City beat Derby in 2007 and 2008.&nbsp;

You can view the <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">full 6A bracket playoff here.&nbsp;</a>

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 </figure>Round Two of the 2025 High School Football Playoffs are here! This is the regional round of the playoffs.#3 Junction City Blue Jays (7-2) host #6 Derby Panthers (6-3) tonight at Blue Jay Stadium.&nbsp;Listen Live to tonight's game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. You can also <a href="https://streamdb9web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/KJCKAM">listen live by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;*Pregame coverage begins at 6:30, Kickoff is at 7:00.Derby leads the all-time series 4-2. Derby's wins have been in 1975, 2015, 2020, and 2024.&nbsp;Junction City beat Derby in 2007 and 2008.&nbsp;You can view the <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">full 6A bracket playoff here.&nbsp;</a>

LISTEN LIVE: Round Two High School Football - #3 Junction City hosts #6 Derby 

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;Kansas State offensive lineman&nbsp;Sam Hecht&nbsp;and safety&nbsp;VJ Payne&nbsp;have been rewarded with successful collegiate careers thus far as the senior duo has earned invitations to the 2026 East West Shrine Bowl.

Hecht and Payne are invited to take part in the longest-running college all-star football game in the nation on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, inside the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas.

A native of Shawnee, Kansas, Hecht has started each of the last 22 games dating back to the 2024 season opener, seeing time on a combined 1,410 offensive snaps while only committing two penalties. A 2024 All-Big 12 Second Team honoree, Hecht was on the watch lists for the 2025 Outland and Rimington trophies in addition to being a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy.

Payne, a product of Buford, Georgia, has started a team-leading 39 games, including 38-straight contests to stand as the best on the squad. He has 191 career tackles, including 10.0 tackles for loss, one sack, three interceptions and 12 total passes defended. This season, Payne ranks third on the team with 43 career tackles.

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 </figure><a>MANHATTAN, Kan.</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;Kansas State offensive lineman&nbsp;Sam Hecht&nbsp;and safety&nbsp;VJ Payne&nbsp;have been rewarded with successful collegiate careers thus far as the senior duo has earned invitations to the 2026 East West Shrine Bowl.Hecht and Payne are invited to take part in the longest-running college all-star football game in the nation on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, inside the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas.A native of Shawnee, Kansas, Hecht has started each of the last 22 games dating back to the 2024 season opener, seeing time on a combined 1,410 offensive snaps while only committing two penalties. A 2024 All-Big 12 Second Team honoree, Hecht was on the watch lists for the 2025 Outland and Rimington trophies in addition to being a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy.Payne, a product of Buford, Georgia, has started a team-leading 39 games, including 38-straight contests to stand as the best on the squad. He has 191 career tackles, including 10.0 tackles for loss, one sack, three interceptions and 12 total passes defended. This season, Payne ranks third on the team with 43 career tackles.

 K-State’s Hecht, Payne Earn Shine Bowl Invitations

The No. 3 ranked Junction City High School football team will continue postseason play on Friday, Nov. 7 as the Blue Jays will battle No. 6 Derby High School in the regional round of the Kansas State High School Activities Association Class 6A Playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. inside Blue Jay Stadium and gates will open at 5:45 p.m.&nbsp;

To view the full 6A Bracket <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">click here</a>.&nbsp;

You can hear every Blue Jay game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. Pregame coverage at 6:30, Kickoff is at 7:00.&nbsp;

The game will be streamed exclusively on the NFHS Network.

The No. 3 ranked Junction City High School football team will continue postseason play on Friday, Nov. 7 as the Blue Jays will battle No. 6 Derby High School in the regional round of the Kansas State High School Activities Association Class 6A Playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. inside Blue Jay Stadium and gates will open at 5:45 p.m.&nbsp; Ticket Prices: $6 students, $8 adults To view the full 6A Bracket <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">click here</a>.&nbsp;You can hear every Blue Jay game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. Pregame coverage at 6:30, Kickoff is at 7:00.&nbsp;The game will be streamed exclusively on the NFHS Network.

Round Two of 6A Playoffs - #3 Junction City to Host #6 Derby on Friday

Junction City High School Athletic Director Chris Bogenhagen has announced that Tim Testa will lead the girls basketball program this year. The announcement was made after former Lady Jay head coach Brianna Little's resignation was approved on Monday night by the USD 475 Board of Education.&nbsp;

On Monday night, the USD 475 School Board approved Tim Testa as interim girls basketball coach for the 2025-26 school year at Junction City High School.&nbsp;

"We are excited to have coach Testa lead the Lady Jays this season, following his successful tenure as assistant coach for the last two years with the boys program,"&nbsp;Bogenhagen said in an interview with JC Post. 

Testa has previously served as the head coach of the girls program, and is also the head Cross Country coach at Junction City High School.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostJunction City High School Athletic Director Chris Bogenhagen has announced that Tim Testa will lead the girls basketball program this year. The announcement was made after former Lady Jay head coach Brianna Little's resignation was approved on Monday night by the USD 475 Board of Education.&nbsp;On Monday night, the USD 475 School Board approved Tim Testa as interim girls basketball coach for the 2025-26 school year at Junction City High School.&nbsp;"We are excited to have coach Testa lead the Lady Jays this season, following his successful tenure as assistant coach for the last two years with the boys program,"&nbsp;Bogenhagen said in an interview with JC Post. Testa has previously served as the head coach of the girls program, and is also the head Cross Country coach at Junction City High School.&nbsp;

Junction City High School names Tim Testa as Interim Girls Basketball Coach

MANHATTAN, Kan. —&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5106275/pj-haggerty">P.J. Haggerty</a>&nbsp;scored 27 points,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4898278/nate-johnson">Nate Johnson</a>&nbsp;had 22 points and just missed a triple-double as Kansas State rolled to a 93-64 victory over UNC Greensboro on Tuesday night in the season opener for both teams.

Haggerty shot 10 of 20 from the field and Johnson was 8-of-11 shooting and grabbed a nine rebounds to go with nine assists.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5174959/abdi-bashir-jr">Abdi Bashir Jr</a>. scored all 16 of his points in the second half for K-State, which finished shooting 34 of 67 (51%) from the floor and 14 of 27 (52%) from long range.

<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4896620/justin-neely">Justin Neely</a>&nbsp;had 15 points, nine rebounds, fives assists and three steals to lead UNC Greensboro.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5314576/lilian-marville">Lilian Marville</a>&nbsp;added 14 points.

The Spartans built a 26-18 advantage with about six minutes left in the first half and led 34-33 at the break.

It was tied 40-all early in the second half before K-State pulled away on a 25-5 run, capped by a Johnson 3-pointer, and led 70-45 with 9:39 to play. The Wildcats were 3-of-10 shooting from 3-point range in the first half but 11 of 17 in the second.

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 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kan. —&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5106275/pj-haggerty">P.J. Haggerty</a>&nbsp;scored 27 points,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4898278/nate-johnson">Nate Johnson</a>&nbsp;had 22 points and just missed a triple-double as Kansas State rolled to a 93-64 victory over UNC Greensboro on Tuesday night in the season opener for both teams.Haggerty shot 10 of 20 from the field and Johnson was 8-of-11 shooting and grabbed a nine rebounds to go with nine assists.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5174959/abdi-bashir-jr">Abdi Bashir Jr</a>. scored all 16 of his points in the second half for K-State, which finished shooting 34 of 67 (51%) from the floor and 14 of 27 (52%) from long range.<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/4896620/justin-neely">Justin Neely</a>&nbsp;had 15 points, nine rebounds, fives assists and three steals to lead UNC Greensboro.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5314576/lilian-marville">Lilian Marville</a>&nbsp;added 14 points.The Spartans built a 26-18 advantage with about six minutes left in the first half and led 34-33 at the break.It was tied 40-all early in the second half before K-State pulled away on a 25-5 run, capped by a Johnson 3-pointer, and led 70-45 with 9:39 to play. The Wildcats were 3-of-10 shooting from 3-point range in the first half but 11 of 17 in the second.

🏀 Haggerty scores 27 to lead K-State over UNC Greensboro

&nbsp;The Geary USD 475 Board of Education approved a personnel report Monday evening that included the resignation of Junction City High School girls basketball head coach Brianna Little. It also included her resignation from her special education teaching position at&nbsp; the high school.

&nbsp;The Geary USD 475 Board of Education approved a personnel report Monday evening that included the resignation of Junction City High School girls basketball head coach Brianna Little. It also included her resignation from her special education teaching position at&nbsp; the high school.

JCHS girls basketball coach resigns

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Freshman Darryn Peterson scored 21 points in 22 minutes in his debut to lead No. 19 Kansas past Green Bay 94-51 in the season opener for both teams Monday night.

Peterson shot 7 of 11 from the field, including 3 for 7 from 3-point range, before sitting most of the second half.

Kansas' Flory Bidunga led all scorers with 23 points on 9-of-11 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 sniping from the line. Melvin Council added 10 points for Kansas, which was 33 of 58 from the field (56.9%).

Green Bay was led by Marcus Hall's 17 points.

The Jayhawks, who led by 21 points at the break, put any thoughts of a Green Bay comeback to rest by scoring the first seven points of the second half. The Jayhawks extended their lead throughout the second half and their final 43-point margin was their largest of the game.

Peterson made an impact early. His first bucket, a 3-pointer from the top of the key at the 18:31 mark, put Kansas in front and the Jayhawks never looked back. He also had two steals before the first media timeout. He finished the first half with 18 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals.

Bidunga picked up his second foul with 6:44 left, which earned him a spot on the bench. He finished the half with 16 points. He was 6 for 6 from the field and 4 for 4 from the line.

The Jayhawks were 17 of 29 from the field in the first half, and missed 11 of their 14 3-point attempts. They still led 48-27 at intermission.

Green Bay was led by C.J. O’Hara's nine points before halftime. The Phoenix hit just 34.6% of their shots.

Kansas: At No. 25 North Carolina on Friday.

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 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Freshman Darryn Peterson scored 21 points in 22 minutes in his debut to lead No. 19 Kansas past Green Bay 94-51 in the season opener for both teams Monday night.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">That Allen energy 😮‍💨 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RockChalk?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RockChalk</a> x <a href="https://twitter.com/KUHoops?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KUHoops</a> <a href="https://t.co/YVXpUDNfTJ">pic.twitter.com/YVXpUDNfTJ</a>&mdash; Kansas Jayhawks (@KUAthletics) <a href="https://twitter.com/KUAthletics/status/1985528766483849408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Peterson shot 7 of 11 from the field, including 3 for 7 from 3-point range, before sitting most of the second half.Kansas' Flory Bidunga led all scorers with 23 points on 9-of-11 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 sniping from the line. Melvin Council added 10 points for Kansas, which was 33 of 58 from the field (56.9%).Green Bay was led by Marcus Hall's 17 points.The Jayhawks, who led by 21 points at the break, put any thoughts of a Green Bay comeback to rest by scoring the first seven points of the second half. The Jayhawks extended their lead throughout the second half and their final 43-point margin was their largest of the game.Peterson made an impact early. His first bucket, a 3-pointer from the top of the key at the 18:31 mark, put Kansas in front and the Jayhawks never looked back. He also had two steals before the first media timeout. He finished the first half with 18 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals.Bidunga picked up his second foul with 6:44 left, which earned him a spot on the bench. He finished the half with 16 points. He was 6 for 6 from the field and 4 for 4 from the line.The Jayhawks were 17 of 29 from the field in the first half, and missed 11 of their 14 3-point attempts. They still led 48-27 at intermission.Green Bay was led by C.J. O’Hara's nine points before halftime. The Phoenix hit just 34.6% of their shots.<h2>Up next</h2>Green Bay: At Buffalo on Friday.Kansas: At No. 25 North Carolina on Friday.

🏀 Peterson scores 21 in 22 minutes in debut to lead KU past Green Bay

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Big 12 Conference and ESPN announced Monday that Kansas State’s November 15 contest at Oklahoma State will kick at 11 a.m., and be televised on ESPNU.

This will be the Wildcats’ first daytime game at Oklahoma State since a 45-40 win over the 10th-ranked Cowboys in 2017 – which was the last time K-State won in Stillwater – while it is K-State’s first 11 a.m., kickoff in Stillwater since 2003. After a 42-20 home victory over the Cowboys last year, the Wildcats are looking to win consecutive games in the series for the first time since 2017 and 2018.

Following the game at Oklahoma State, the Wildcats travel to Utah. K-State’s home finale is slated for Saturday, November 29, against Colorado. Tickets to the game against the Buffaloes can be purchased online at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kstatesports.com/tickets">www.kstatesports.com/tickets</a>&nbsp;or by phone at 1-800-221-CATS.

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 </figure><a>MANHATTAN, Kan.</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;The Big 12 Conference and ESPN announced Monday that Kansas State’s November 15 contest at Oklahoma State will kick at 11 a.m., and be televised on ESPNU.This will be the Wildcats’ first daytime game at Oklahoma State since a 45-40 win over the 10th-ranked Cowboys in 2017 – which was the last time K-State won in Stillwater – while it is K-State’s first 11 a.m., kickoff in Stillwater since 2003. After a 42-20 home victory over the Cowboys last year, the Wildcats are looking to win consecutive games in the series for the first time since 2017 and 2018.Following the game at Oklahoma State, the Wildcats travel to Utah. K-State’s home finale is slated for Saturday, November 29, against Colorado. Tickets to the game against the Buffaloes can be purchased online at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kstatesports.com/tickets">www.kstatesports.com/tickets</a>&nbsp;or by phone at 1-800-221-CATS.

K-State’s Game at Oklahoma State Set for Morning Kick

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCHSUSD475?__cft__[0]=AZXLoPVGcd9hxaQIWqNhuwwkGqV9wGTPylxjqTj_98EMApBBouDcm-vHLiU0OJHDCZSRLlMj7LAPPiWPfVflu16JR_Tpn41NJtgXmM-DDjwpp9EG6TZdCdvjQSusujUB4QanMk967rKngsNYlJWF2eH9ftWdjT9c2txSDCq7_koaEzDc1RojwA8jM8UxJCMPmyy4Rw_9sqMMH-5W05N7cjEH1KONLwE82xbsUGoNICHcRw&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R">Junction City High School </a>&nbsp;junior Anthony Testa placed fifth overall at the Class 6A Cross Country Championships on Saturday. Testa crossed the finish line in 16:03.08 at Rim Rock Farm in Lawrence to record not only the fourth highest finish in school history, but also the fastest time ever clocked by a Blue Jay at a state meet.

USD 475<a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCHSUSD475?__cft__[0]=AZXLoPVGcd9hxaQIWqNhuwwkGqV9wGTPylxjqTj_98EMApBBouDcm-vHLiU0OJHDCZSRLlMj7LAPPiWPfVflu16JR_Tpn41NJtgXmM-DDjwpp9EG6TZdCdvjQSusujUB4QanMk967rKngsNYlJWF2eH9ftWdjT9c2txSDCq7_koaEzDc1RojwA8jM8UxJCMPmyy4Rw_9sqMMH-5W05N7cjEH1KONLwE82xbsUGoNICHcRw&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R">Junction City High School </a>&nbsp;junior Anthony Testa placed fifth overall at the Class 6A Cross Country Championships on Saturday. Testa crossed the finish line in 16:03.08 at Rim Rock Farm in Lawrence to record not only the fourth highest finish in school history, but also the fastest time ever clocked by a Blue Jay at a state meet.

Anthony Testa runs at the state meet

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen threw a touchdown pass and ran for two scores to outduel Patrick Mahomes and the Buffalo Bills defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 28-21 on Sunday in a rematch of last season’s AFC championship game.

James Cook had 114 yards rushing and Buffalo’s defense did the rest in harassing Mahomes, who was sacked three times, hit 15 more and finished with the worst completion percentage of his career.

The game was decided in the final 17 seconds, when Mahomes threw three straight incompletions from Buffalo’s 40. The last throw fell short of the end zone and was batted down by rookie Maxwell Hairston. The drive began at Kansas City's 42 after Matt Prater's 52-yard field goal attempt for the Bills struck the right upright.

Allen was 23 of 26 for 273 yards for Buffalo, which improved to 6-2 and has won two straight since losing consecutive games. The Bills have defeated Kansas City in five straight regular-season meetings, but are 0-4 in playoff matchups dating to the 2020 postseason — including last season's AFC title game.

The Chiefs (5-4) had a three-game win streak snapped after winning five of their last six.

Mahomes, who entered having passed for three touchdowns in each of his past three outings, finished 15 of 34 for 250 yards and no scores and an interception.

Mahomes, a two-time NFL MVP, had previously never finished a regular-season outing completing fewer than 50% of his passes over his nine-year career. His previous low was going 19 of 38 for 159 yards in a 21-7 win at Cleveland on Dec. 15.

Rashee Rice scored on a 3-yard run and Kareem Hunt had a 2-yard run to account for the Chiefs’ two touchdowns. Mahomes did convert a 2-point play with a completion to Travis Kelce, while Harrison Butker made field goals from 19 and 46 yards.

Allen opened the scoring with a 23-yard TD pass to Dalton Kincaid — the seventh time Buffalo has scored a touchdown on its opening drive this season. The quarterback also scored on a pair of 1-yard runs in an outing during which the teams traded leads twice.

After the Chiefs built a 10-7 lead on Butker’s 46-yarder 5 1/2 minutes into the second quarter, the Bills responded by scoring touchdowns on their next two possessions.

Ty Johnson capped a five-play 70-yard drive with a 3-yard run for the go-ahead score.

The Chiefs then gave up the ball on downs at Buffalo’s 40 when Cole Bishop broke up a pass attempt to Rice on fourth-and-3. Allen then marched Buffalo on a seven-play, 60-yard drive that he capped with the first of two touchdowns.

Allen’s TD run was the 78th of his career, including the playoffs, breaking the NFL record for quarterbacks he shared with Cam Newton. With his three TDs, Allen has 282 (passing and rushing), moving ahead of Mahomes for second among players before the age of 30. Allen, who turns 30 in May, now trails only Peyton Manning (288).

Chiefs: RB Isiah Pacheco sat out after hurting his knee last week. ... Starting RT Jawaan Taylor hurt his right ankle.

Bills: Starting nickel cornerback Taron Johnson, who hurt his groin in practice Friday, was inactive. ... DE Michael Hoecht hurt his Achilles tendon in a non-contact situation in the fourth quarter and was ruled out.

Chiefs: Bye week before they travel to play the Denver Broncos on Nov. 16.

Bills: Travel to play the Miami Dolphins next Sunday.

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 </figure>ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen threw a touchdown pass and ran for two scores to outduel Patrick Mahomes and the Buffalo Bills defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 28-21 on Sunday in a rematch of last season’s AFC championship game.James Cook had 114 yards rushing and Buffalo’s defense did the rest in harassing Mahomes, who was sacked three times, hit 15 more and finished with the worst completion percentage of his career.The game was decided in the final 17 seconds, when Mahomes threw three straight incompletions from Buffalo’s 40. The last throw fell short of the end zone and was batted down by rookie Maxwell Hairston. The drive began at Kansas City's 42 after Matt Prater's 52-yard field goal attempt for the Bills struck the right upright.Allen was 23 of 26 for 273 yards for Buffalo, which improved to 6-2 and has won two straight since losing consecutive games. The Bills have defeated Kansas City in five straight regular-season meetings, but are 0-4 in playoff matchups dating to the 2020 postseason — including last season's AFC title game.The Chiefs (5-4) had a three-game win streak snapped after winning five of their last six.Mahomes, who entered having passed for three touchdowns in each of his past three outings, finished 15 of 34 for 250 yards and no scores and an interception.Mahomes, a two-time NFL MVP, had previously never finished a regular-season outing completing fewer than 50% of his passes over his nine-year career. His previous low was going 19 of 38 for 159 yards in a 21-7 win at Cleveland on Dec. 15.Rashee Rice scored on a 3-yard run and Kareem Hunt had a 2-yard run to account for the Chiefs’ two touchdowns. Mahomes did convert a 2-point play with a completion to Travis Kelce, while Harrison Butker made field goals from 19 and 46 yards.Allen opened the scoring with a 23-yard TD pass to Dalton Kincaid — the seventh time Buffalo has scored a touchdown on its opening drive this season. The quarterback also scored on a pair of 1-yard runs in an outing during which the teams traded leads twice.After the Chiefs built a 10-7 lead on Butker’s 46-yarder 5 1/2 minutes into the second quarter, the Bills responded by scoring touchdowns on their next two possessions.Ty Johnson capped a five-play 70-yard drive with a 3-yard run for the go-ahead score.The Chiefs then gave up the ball on downs at Buffalo’s 40 when Cole Bishop broke up a pass attempt to Rice on fourth-and-3. Allen then marched Buffalo on a seven-play, 60-yard drive that he capped with the first of two touchdowns.<h2>Allen milestones</h2>Allen’s TD run was the 78th of his career, including the playoffs, breaking the NFL record for quarterbacks he shared with Cam Newton. With his three TDs, Allen has 282 (passing and rushing), moving ahead of Mahomes for second among players before the age of 30. Allen, who turns 30 in May, now trails only Peyton Manning (288).<h2>Injuries</h2>Chiefs: RB Isiah Pacheco sat out after hurting his knee last week. ... Starting RT Jawaan Taylor hurt his right ankle.Bills: Starting nickel cornerback Taron Johnson, who hurt his groin in practice Friday, was inactive. ... DE Michael Hoecht hurt his Achilles tendon in a non-contact situation in the fourth quarter and was ruled out.<h2>Up next</h2>Chiefs: Bye week before they travel to play the Denver Broncos on Nov. 16.Bills: Travel to play the Miami Dolphins next Sunday.

🏈Allen has 3 TDs and Bills use sturdy defense to top Mahomes and Chiefs 

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Jalon Daniels led four second-half touchdown drives as Kansas overcame a sluggish first half to trounce Oklahoma State 38-21 on Saturday. Kansas (5-4, 3-3 Big 12) snapped a two-game losing streak.

“We (only) had 10 points (in the first half), but we scored on both possessions,” Kansas coach Lance Leipold said. “We just didn’t get off the field. It was a very fast first half.

"I think we established a little better running game in the second half, that gave us the balance that we needed.”

Daniels said it was just a matter of sticking with the game plan, and a fierce effort by the offensive line.

“Hats off to big old offensive linemen,” Daniels said. “They played a pivotal role in today’s game. Then the running backs doing everything that they can to gain every single inch, every single yard. And I think that just goes to show the resilience of our team.”

Zane Flores was 22-of-28 passing for 235 yards and two touchdowns for Oklahoma State (1-8, 0-6 Big 12), which lost its eighth straight game and 15th straight Big 12 game.

“It’s hard to pinpoint a moment when it went bad,” Oklahoma State interim coach Doug Meacham said. “It could be the field goal block (at the end of the first half). We could have gone in with some momentum. It’s just that fine of a line.

“What we have to do a better job of is when things don’t go the way we want them to, we have to put them to bed.”

Kansas took the second-half kickoff and went 75 yards in 10 plays to open up a two-score lead. Daniels hit Boden Groen in the back of the end zone for a 3-yard touchdown.

After an OSU three-and-out, Daniels found Bryson Canty for a 5-yard touchdown pass and a 24-7 lead. A Flores-to-Gavin Freeman’s 10-yard touchdown pass drew the Cowboys within 24-14, but Kansas answered with 3-yard and 5-yard touchdown runs by Daniel Hishaw Jr. and Leshon Williams, respectively.

Daniels handed the ball to Williams on the last 10 plays on the drive.

“I don’t remember the last time that I’ve done that,” Daniels said. “But the more and more I got every single play call, I’m like, ‘Okay, let’s go.’

Oklahoma State went 75 yards on 10 plays on the opening drive, taking a 7-0 lead on a Flores 12-yard pass to Shamar Rigby. Kansas responded with a 13-play drive, but stalled in the red zone, settling for a 39-yard Laith Marjan field goal.

OSU then held the ball for 14 plays on its next possession, but missed a 44-yard field goal attempt, giving the ball — and the momentum — back to Kansas. Kansas marched 73 yards in 15 plays for the go-ahead score. Hishaw bounced off a couple of defenders before scampering in from the 3-yard line.

OSU’s 19-yard field goal attempt was blocked to end the half.

Oklahoma State: The Cowboys struggled in all three phases, including missing two makeable field goals.

Kansas: The Jayhawks can still reach a bowl. They need one victory in their next three games: at Arizona and Iowa State and against Utah.

Oklahoma State hosts Kansas State Nov. 15.

Kansas will travel to face Arizona on Saturday.

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 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Jalon Daniels led four second-half touchdown drives as Kansas overcame a sluggish first half to trounce Oklahoma State 38-21 on Saturday. Kansas (5-4, 3-3 Big 12) snapped a two-game losing streak.“We (only) had 10 points (in the first half), but we scored on both possessions,” Kansas coach Lance Leipold said. “We just didn’t get off the field. It was a very fast first half."I think we established a little better running game in the second half, that gave us the balance that we needed.”Daniels said it was just a matter of sticking with the game plan, and a fierce effort by the offensive line.“Hats off to big old offensive linemen,” Daniels said. “They played a pivotal role in today’s game. Then the running backs doing everything that they can to gain every single inch, every single yard. And I think that just goes to show the resilience of our team.”Zane Flores was 22-of-28 passing for 235 yards and two touchdowns for Oklahoma State (1-8, 0-6 Big 12), which lost its eighth straight game and 15th straight Big 12 game.“It’s hard to pinpoint a moment when it went bad,” Oklahoma State interim coach Doug Meacham said. “It could be the field goal block (at the end of the first half). We could have gone in with some momentum. It’s just that fine of a line.“What we have to do a better job of is when things don’t go the way we want them to, we have to put them to bed.”Kansas took the second-half kickoff and went 75 yards in 10 plays to open up a two-score lead. Daniels hit Boden Groen in the back of the end zone for a 3-yard touchdown.After an OSU three-and-out, Daniels found Bryson Canty for a 5-yard touchdown pass and a 24-7 lead. A Flores-to-Gavin Freeman’s 10-yard touchdown pass drew the Cowboys within 24-14, but Kansas answered with 3-yard and 5-yard touchdown runs by Daniel Hishaw Jr. and Leshon Williams, respectively.Daniels handed the ball to Williams on the last 10 plays on the drive.“I don’t remember the last time that I’ve done that,” Daniels said. “But the more and more I got every single play call, I’m like, ‘Okay, let’s go.’Oklahoma State went 75 yards on 10 plays on the opening drive, taking a 7-0 lead on a Flores 12-yard pass to Shamar Rigby. Kansas responded with a 13-play drive, but stalled in the red zone, settling for a 39-yard Laith Marjan field goal.OSU then held the ball for 14 plays on its next possession, but missed a 44-yard field goal attempt, giving the ball — and the momentum — back to Kansas. Kansas marched 73 yards in 15 plays for the go-ahead score. Hishaw bounced off a couple of defenders before scampering in from the 3-yard line.OSU’s 19-yard field goal attempt was blocked to end the half.<h2>The takeaway</h2>Oklahoma State: The Cowboys struggled in all three phases, including missing two makeable field goals.Kansas: The Jayhawks can still reach a bowl. They need one victory in their next three games: at Arizona and Iowa State and against Utah.<h2>Up next</h2>Oklahoma State hosts Kansas State Nov. 15.Kansas will travel to face Arizona on Saturday.

🏈 Kansas uses second-half surge to pull away from Oklahoma State

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Behren Morton threw for 249 yards and two touchdowns in his return from an injury, J'Koby Williams ran for 135 yards and a score, and No. 13 Texas Tech romped past sloppy, mistake-prone Kansas State 43-20 on Saturday.

Cameron Dickey also had a touchdown run for the Red Raiders (8-1, 5-1 Big 12), who forced five turnovers while snapping an eight-game losing streak against the Wildcats (4-5, 3-3) with their first win in Manhattan since the 2008 season.

“That was a huge win,” said Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire, who arrived for his postgame news conference wearing a T-shirt with a photo of former Kansas State linebacker-turned-Red Raiders athletic director Kirby Hocutt across the front of it.

“This is no disrespect to K-State,” McGuire said. “It's a tip of my hat to my AD who played linebacker here, and it's been a long time since we beat Kansas State. ... I know it was a big win for him and a huge win for this team.”

Texas Tech is off to its best start in conference play since that year, when Mike Leach guided the team to the Cotton Bowl.

“Winning the turnover battle is a huge thing for us," said Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, the preseason Big 12 defensive player of the year, who forced two of the fumbles. "And we knew we had to do that to win.”

Avery Johnson threw for 199 yards and a touchdown while running for 86 and two more scores. But Kansas State's quarterback also threw two interceptions and was responsible for a late fumble that Texas Tech returned for a touchdown.

Along with the slew of turnovers, the Wildcats also were 0 for 4 on fourth down.

“I thought our guys battled on defense,” Kansas State coach Chris Klieman said. "We just didn’t have enough.”

Morton, who had been out of the lineup with a leg injury, opened the game with an interception of his own. But Johnson threw a pick right back, and it was the beginning of a messy first half in which both failed on fourth down, Kansas State lost a fumble and Texas Tech nearly did the same.

The Red Raiders eventually made Kansas State pay for its mistakes, though.

They turned a fumble by Jayce Brown into a touchdown to take a 9-7 lead. They turned a three-and-out late in the first half into a 55-yard field goal. And they turned another fumble, this time from Garrett Oakley on the fourth play of the second half, into a 41-yard run by Williams that silenced the crowd and gave Texas Tech a 19-7 lead.

“Some things happened that absolutely can’t happen when you play a team like that,” Klieman said.

Johnson tried to answer with his second TD run for Kansas State, but Texas Tech's offense kept on going. Stone Harrington drilled another field goal and Caleb Douglas hauled in a short touchdown throw to make it 29-14 heading into the fourth quarter.

Texas Tech's defense took care of the rest.

After the Wildcats scored with 12:44 to go, the Red Raiders stopped the 2-point try to keep it a two-score game. Later in the quarter, they stuffed Johnson for a loss on fourth down near midfield. And when the Texas Tech offense fumbled the ball right back, the Red Raiders again stopped the Wildcats on fourth down with less than 6 minutes to go.

Texas Tech linebacker John Curry returned Johnson's fumble for a touchdown with 4:52 left to put the game away.

“I’m really, really proud of the way we handled adversity today," Morton said. “We got down and we fought back.”

Texas Tech hardly played a clean game — the turnovers hurt, as did some penalties. But with Morton back under center, the Red Raiders were able to overcome them against a team that was coming off an emotional win over rival Kansas.

Kansas State simply made too many mistakes, and not just the turnovers and penalties. Brown and Oakley dropped passes at key points in the game, the latter when the Wildcats turned it over on downs late in the fourth quarter.

Texas Tech returns home to play No. 10 BYU next Saturday.

Kansas State is off before visiting Oklahoma State on Nov. 15.

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 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Behren Morton threw for 249 yards and two touchdowns in his return from an injury, J'Koby Williams ran for 135 yards and a score, and No. 13 Texas Tech romped past sloppy, mistake-prone Kansas State 43-20 on Saturday.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">No better start to game day <a href="https://t.co/KGzuOef6uT">pic.twitter.com/KGzuOef6uT</a>&mdash; K-State Football (@KStateFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/KStateFB/status/1984679985206997127?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Cameron Dickey also had a touchdown run for the Red Raiders (8-1, 5-1 Big 12), who forced five turnovers while snapping an eight-game losing streak against the Wildcats (4-5, 3-3) with their first win in Manhattan since the 2008 season.“That was a huge win,” said Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire, who arrived for his postgame news conference wearing a T-shirt with a photo of former Kansas State linebacker-turned-Red Raiders athletic director Kirby Hocutt across the front of it.“This is no disrespect to K-State,” McGuire said. “It's a tip of my hat to my AD who played linebacker here, and it's been a long time since we beat Kansas State. ... I know it was a big win for him and a huge win for this team.”Texas Tech is off to its best start in conference play since that year, when Mike Leach guided the team to the Cotton Bowl.“Winning the turnover battle is a huge thing for us," said Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, the preseason Big 12 defensive player of the year, who forced two of the fumbles. "And we knew we had to do that to win.”Avery Johnson threw for 199 yards and a touchdown while running for 86 and two more scores. But Kansas State's quarterback also threw two interceptions and was responsible for a late fumble that Texas Tech returned for a touchdown.Along with the slew of turnovers, the Wildcats also were 0 for 4 on fourth down.“I thought our guys battled on defense,” Kansas State coach Chris Klieman said. "We just didn’t have enough.”Morton, who had been out of the lineup with a leg injury, opened the game with an interception of his own. But Johnson threw a pick right back, and it was the beginning of a messy first half in which both failed on fourth down, Kansas State lost a fumble and Texas Tech nearly did the same.The Red Raiders eventually made Kansas State pay for its mistakes, though.They turned a fumble by Jayce Brown into a touchdown to take a 9-7 lead. They turned a three-and-out late in the first half into a 55-yard field goal. And they turned another fumble, this time from Garrett Oakley on the fourth play of the second half, into a 41-yard run by Williams that silenced the crowd and gave Texas Tech a 19-7 lead.“Some things happened that absolutely can’t happen when you play a team like that,” Klieman said.Johnson tried to answer with his second TD run for Kansas State, but Texas Tech's offense kept on going. Stone Harrington drilled another field goal and Caleb Douglas hauled in a short touchdown throw to make it 29-14 heading into the fourth quarter.Texas Tech's defense took care of the rest.After the Wildcats scored with 12:44 to go, the Red Raiders stopped the 2-point try to keep it a two-score game. Later in the quarter, they stuffed Johnson for a loss on fourth down near midfield. And when the Texas Tech offense fumbled the ball right back, the Red Raiders again stopped the Wildcats on fourth down with less than 6 minutes to go.Texas Tech linebacker John Curry returned Johnson's fumble for a touchdown with 4:52 left to put the game away.“I’m really, really proud of the way we handled adversity today," Morton said. “We got down and we fought back.”<h2>The takeaway</h2>Texas Tech hardly played a clean game — the turnovers hurt, as did some penalties. But with Morton back under center, the Red Raiders were able to overcome them against a team that was coming off an emotional win over rival Kansas.Kansas State simply made too many mistakes, and not just the turnovers and penalties. Brown and Oakley dropped passes at key points in the game, the latter when the Wildcats turned it over on downs late in the fourth quarter.<h2>Up next</h2>Texas Tech returns home to play No. 10 BYU next Saturday.Kansas State is off before visiting Oklahoma State on Nov. 15.

🏈 Texas Tech takes advantage of turnovers to beat K-State 

On Halloween night, the Junction City Blue Jays blasted the Wichita West Pioneers 55-7 at Blue Jay Stadium in the first round of the playoffs.

Junction City kicked off to begin the game, and Wichita West opened the game driving the ball down into Junction City territory. The Blue Jays turned over the Pioneers on downs at the Junction City 42-yard line, and then JCHS never looked back.

The Blue Jays converted on a fourth and short and then scored on a 10-yard pass to H-back Landon Beene. Following the scoring drive, JC senior safety Kingston Timms picked off a pass and returned it for a 67-yard interception return for a touchdown.

The Blue Jays continued to cruise, scoring on their next two possessions, both passes from Gomez to junior wide receiver Brody Boeckman.

The Junction City defense continued to hold firm, pinning West deep in their own territory many times throughout the game. Mid-second quarter, senior Jackson Hollie blocked a punt, scooped it up, and ran it in for another touchdown.

JC scored one more time before the half, on a 50-yard pass from Gomez to senior receiver Lovell Autry. The Blue Jays led 42-0 at halftime.

Junction City added two scores in the second half: one on a touchdown run by sophomore Adrian Moreno and another by junior Jayden Wilcox. Junction City won the game 55-7, as the Pioneers got in the end zone with less than three minutes to go in the game.

It was a continuously running clock the entire second half. The Blue Jays were able to play younger players the entire second half.

“I am really pleased with the way our kids came out and played tonight,” JCHS head coach Randall Zimmerman said. “We were very focused and dialed in and rotated a lot of kids in tonight.”

The Blue Jays scored in all three aspects of the game on Friday night. “Offensively, defensively, and special teams, I think we were very good tonight,” Zimmerman said. “Everything about this year has been a lot of fun. We have a really good locker room, and our guys really do care for one another.”

With tonight’s win, the Blue Jays advance to the second round, where they will host the #6 seed Derby Panthers next Friday at Blue Jay Stadium. Derby knocked Junction City out in the second round last year.

Talking about next week’s matchup, Zimmerman discussed Derby as being a very prideful school and community with a lot of recent success. “Coach Clark does a great job with them, and they have a lot of good things going for them,” Coach Z stated. “We know we are going to get their best shot, and we are going to have to be really good next week.”

On our KJCK Radio broadcast, two players were named our Blu Restaurant Players of the Game. Senior Kingston Timms and junior Brody Boeckman received the awards. (Blu Restaurant in Junction City provides a free meal of up to $20 for our Player of the Game winners.)

Check out the full <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">6A bracket here.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1761976271197.jpeg" alt="Kingston Timms interception returned for a touchdown." />
 <figcaption>Kingston Timms interception returned for a touchdown.</figcaption>
 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostOn Halloween night, the Junction City Blue Jays blasted the Wichita West Pioneers 55-7 at Blue Jay Stadium in the first round of the playoffs.Junction City kicked off to begin the game, and Wichita West opened the game driving the ball down into Junction City territory. The Blue Jays turned over the Pioneers on downs at the Junction City 42-yard line, and then JCHS never looked back.The Blue Jays converted on a fourth and short and then scored on a 10-yard pass to H-back Landon Beene. Following the scoring drive, JC senior safety Kingston Timms picked off a pass and returned it for a 67-yard interception return for a touchdown.The Blue Jays continued to cruise, scoring on their next two possessions, both passes from Gomez to junior wide receiver Brody Boeckman.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1761976317190.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>The Junction City defense continued to hold firm, pinning West deep in their own territory many times throughout the game. Mid-second quarter, senior Jackson Hollie blocked a punt, scooped it up, and ran it in for another touchdown.JC scored one more time before the half, on a 50-yard pass from Gomez to senior receiver Lovell Autry. The Blue Jays led 42-0 at halftime.Junction City added two scores in the second half: one on a touchdown run by sophomore Adrian Moreno and another by junior Jayden Wilcox. Junction City won the game 55-7, as the Pioneers got in the end zone with less than three minutes to go in the game.It was a continuously running clock the entire second half. The Blue Jays were able to play younger players the entire second half.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1761976348009.jpeg" alt="Freshman Braxton Stroda wraps up the ball carrier." />
 <figcaption>Freshman Braxton Stroda wraps up the ball carrier.</figcaption>
 </figure>“I am really pleased with the way our kids came out and played tonight,” JCHS head coach Randall Zimmerman said. “We were very focused and dialed in and rotated a lot of kids in tonight.”The Blue Jays scored in all three aspects of the game on Friday night. “Offensively, defensively, and special teams, I think we were very good tonight,” Zimmerman said. “Everything about this year has been a lot of fun. We have a really good locker room, and our guys really do care for one another.”With tonight’s win, the Blue Jays advance to the second round, where they will host the #6 seed Derby Panthers next Friday at Blue Jay Stadium. Derby knocked Junction City out in the second round last year.Talking about next week’s matchup, Zimmerman discussed Derby as being a very prideful school and community with a lot of recent success. “Coach Clark does a great job with them, and they have a lot of good things going for them,” Coach Z stated. “We know we are going to get their best shot, and we are going to have to be really good next week.”On our KJCK Radio broadcast, two players were named our Blu Restaurant Players of the Game. Senior Kingston Timms and junior Brody Boeckman received the awards. (Blu Restaurant in Junction City provides a free meal of up to $20 for our Player of the Game winners.)Check out the full <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">6A bracket here.</a>** Photos courtesy of Callie Jones

Blue Jays cruise past Pioneers, Advance to second round

The First round of the High School Football Playoffs have arrived! Junction City Blue Jays (6-2) and #3 seed in class 6A West host #14 seed Wichita West Pioneers at Blue Jay Stadium in Junction City.&nbsp;

WATCH/LISTEN LIVE BY <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G97-lXoh4TM">CLICKING HERE.</a>&nbsp;Commentary provided by Anthony Gorges and Brian Field. YouTube produced by Blue Jay Media.&nbsp;

LISTEN LIVE on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. You can also listen live <a href="https://streamdb9web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/KJCKAM">by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>

Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m., kickoff set for 7:00 p.m.

You can see the <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">full 6A bracket here.</a>

The First round of the High School Football Playoffs have arrived! Junction City Blue Jays (6-2) and #3 seed in class 6A West host #14 seed Wichita West Pioneers at Blue Jay Stadium in Junction City.&nbsp;WATCH/LISTEN LIVE BY <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G97-lXoh4TM">CLICKING HERE.</a>&nbsp;Commentary provided by Anthony Gorges and Brian Field. YouTube produced by Blue Jay Media.&nbsp;LISTEN LIVE on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. You can also listen live <a href="https://streamdb9web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/KJCKAM">by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m., kickoff set for 7:00 p.m.You can see the <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/bracket/6170">full 6A bracket here.</a>

WATCH/LISTEN LIVE: 1st Round of Playoffs - Junction City Blue Jays host Wichita West

The No. 3 ranked <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCHSUSD475?__cft__[0]=AZWSdqKqPdl79H31AjYxwEsFbvebLQOYW6-jNmlm2qKydHTKOsaLt7vv8YkdqOsqH8M7T3KuTDyWZWGSiaAVxzoHf3m8uc6yY6HjbTinp_g1NEkYXNqZn3QfX6KvY22ddSDfWbsLupwBsSlyPB1EMVe6lfjcGeE47aOuk3BDM6K4Iliscm1Y3L1JF9HiDW351Ok&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Junction City High School USD 475</a>&nbsp;team will begin postseason play on Friday, Oct. 31 as the Blue Jays will battle Wichita West High School in the opening round of the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KSHSAA?__cft__[0]=AZWSdqKqPdl79H31AjYxwEsFbvebLQOYW6-jNmlm2qKydHTKOsaLt7vv8YkdqOsqH8M7T3KuTDyWZWGSiaAVxzoHf3m8uc6yY6HjbTinp_g1NEkYXNqZn3QfX6KvY22ddSDfWbsLupwBsSlyPB1EMVe6lfjcGeE47aOuk3BDM6K4Iliscm1Y3L1JF9HiDW351Ok&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas State High School Activities Association</a> Class 6A Playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. inside Blue Jay Stadium and gates will open at 5:45 p.m.

Bracket: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/2twt5s3t?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOFA2aDM5WmdXQTV0RjJGRAEeZYi_B5JpqTDFtEhCkxW-HAnq_dclUJU0Zc6vkNnAkiZrd7SLkrVFoYq_yKE_aem_QmhVE77TAJfymTBeAo81bQ" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/2twt5s3t</a>

 Prior to the game, the Blue Jays will host a Trunk of Treat Event for Pre-K through fifth grade students in the parking lot, beginning at 4:30 p.m. and running through 6 p.m.

The No. 3 ranked <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCHSUSD475?__cft__[0]=AZWSdqKqPdl79H31AjYxwEsFbvebLQOYW6-jNmlm2qKydHTKOsaLt7vv8YkdqOsqH8M7T3KuTDyWZWGSiaAVxzoHf3m8uc6yY6HjbTinp_g1NEkYXNqZn3QfX6KvY22ddSDfWbsLupwBsSlyPB1EMVe6lfjcGeE47aOuk3BDM6K4Iliscm1Y3L1JF9HiDW351Ok&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Junction City High School USD 475</a>&nbsp;team will begin postseason play on Friday, Oct. 31 as the Blue Jays will battle Wichita West High School in the opening round of the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KSHSAA?__cft__[0]=AZWSdqKqPdl79H31AjYxwEsFbvebLQOYW6-jNmlm2qKydHTKOsaLt7vv8YkdqOsqH8M7T3KuTDyWZWGSiaAVxzoHf3m8uc6yY6HjbTinp_g1NEkYXNqZn3QfX6KvY22ddSDfWbsLupwBsSlyPB1EMVe6lfjcGeE47aOuk3BDM6K4Iliscm1Y3L1JF9HiDW351Ok&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas State High School Activities Association</a> Class 6A Playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. inside Blue Jay Stadium and gates will open at 5:45 p.m. Tickets: $5 students, $7 adults Bracket: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/2twt5s3t?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOFA2aDM5WmdXQTV0RjJGRAEeZYi_B5JpqTDFtEhCkxW-HAnq_dclUJU0Zc6vkNnAkiZrd7SLkrVFoYq_yKE_aem_QmhVE77TAJfymTBeAo81bQ" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/2twt5s3t</a> Prior to the game, the Blue Jays will host a Trunk of Treat Event for Pre-K through fifth grade students in the parking lot, beginning at 4:30 p.m. and running through 6 p.m.As always, you can hear the Blue Jay football game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio.&nbsp;

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