<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–</a>&nbsp;The Big 12 Conference and its television partners announced Friday that Kansas State’s non-conference football game at Arizona originally scheduled for Saturday, September 13, will now be played on Friday, September 12.

The game will be shown on either an ESPN or FOX network, and the game time and network designation will be announced at a later date.

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–</a>&nbsp;The Big 12 Conference and its television partners announced Friday that Kansas State’s non-conference football game at Arizona originally scheduled for Saturday, September 13, will now be played on Friday, September 12.The game will be shown on either an ESPN or FOX network, and the game time and network designation will be announced at a later date.

K-State’s Game at Arizona Moved to September 12

CINCINNATI (AP) — David N'Guessan had 18 points and 10 rebounds, Dug McDaniel added 13 points, and Kansas State defeated Cincinnati 54-49 on Wednesday night.

N'Guessan scored eight points and McDaniel scored six in a key stretch of the second half in which K-State (15-15, 9-10 Big 12) outscored Cincinnati 14-8 to build a seven-point lead. The run culminated in a layup and a jumper by N'Guessan and a jumper from McDaniel to give the Wildcats a 52-45 lead with four minutes remaining.

The Wildcats cooled off and their next four possessions resulted in a turnover and three missed shots while two baskets by Jizzle James got Cincinnati within 52-49.

Kansas State finally scored again when Brendan Hausen made two free throws for a 54-49 lead with 22 seconds left. Cincinnati missed a 3-pointer, N'Guessan missed the front end of the bonus, and Cincinnati missed another 3-pointer as time ran out.

Cincinnati led by seven with 14 1/2 minutes left in the second half before Kansas State’s 8-0 run gave the Wildcats a 36-35 lead with 12 minutes remaining, their first lead since 4-2.

Day Day Thomas had 12 points and James 10 for Cincinnati (17-13, 7-12).

Kansas State has won back-to-back games for the first time since Feb. 8 and 11.

With one game left in the regular season, Kansas State is tied with West Virginia and TCU for eighth place. Cincinnati and UCF are tied for 12th.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741226616711.png" alt="K-State Athletics" />
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 </figure>CINCINNATI (AP) — David N'Guessan had 18 points and 10 rebounds, Dug McDaniel added 13 points, and Kansas State defeated Cincinnati 54-49 on Wednesday night.N'Guessan scored eight points and McDaniel scored six in a key stretch of the second half in which K-State (15-15, 9-10 Big 12) outscored Cincinnati 14-8 to build a seven-point lead. The run culminated in a layup and a jumper by N'Guessan and a jumper from McDaniel to give the Wildcats a 52-45 lead with four minutes remaining.The Wildcats cooled off and their next four possessions resulted in a turnover and three missed shots while two baskets by Jizzle James got Cincinnati within 52-49.Kansas State finally scored again when Brendan Hausen made two free throws for a 54-49 lead with 22 seconds left. Cincinnati missed a 3-pointer, N'Guessan missed the front end of the bonus, and Cincinnati missed another 3-pointer as time ran out.Cincinnati led by seven with 14 1/2 minutes left in the second half before Kansas State’s 8-0 run gave the Wildcats a 36-35 lead with 12 minutes remaining, their first lead since 4-2.Day Day Thomas had 12 points and James 10 for Cincinnati (17-13, 7-12).Kansas State has won back-to-back games for the first time since Feb. 8 and 11.With one game left in the regular season, Kansas State is tied with West Virginia and TCU for eighth place. Cincinnati and UCF are tied for 12th.

🏀 N'Guessan, McDaniel power Kansas State to win over Cincinnati

Junction City coach Carl Laughlin announced that Eight Lady Jay wrestlers are recognized by the Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association as All-State members:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jordis Serrano&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Honorable Mention

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Catherine Dee&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Honorable Mention

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ka’Ori Herring&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2nd&nbsp;Team All State

Five Girls received 1st&nbsp;Team All State Awards

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Elaina Twitty&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Shalina Hicks&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bree Villanueva&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Jaidyn Alvarado&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State

Junction City coach Carl Laughlin announced that Eight Lady Jay wrestlers are recognized by the Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association as All-State members:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jordis Serrano&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Honorable Mention&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Catherine Dee&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Honorable Mention&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ka’Ori Herring&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2nd&nbsp;Team All StateFive Girls received 1st&nbsp;Team All State Awards&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Elaina Twitty&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Shalina Hicks&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bree Villanueva&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Jaidyn Alvarado&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1st&nbsp;Team All State

Lady Jay wrestlers receive recognition

Tuesday night was the opening night of sub-state semifinal basketball, and the six-seed Junction City Blue Jays hosted the 11-seed Manhattan High Indians in Junction City. 

The Manhattan High Indians snagged an early 5-1 lead over the Blue Jays as both teams struggled on the offensive end in the first quarter. Junction City's shots began to fall, and JC led 10-9 after the first quarter. 

The second quarter featured more points and better offense from both sides, but the Blue Jays led by eight, 27-19, at halftime. 

In the second half, the Indians never could get within six points, as every time Manhattan scored, the Blue Jays had a response. To end the third quarter, Junction City senior Jackson Austin was fouled on a half-court heave. Austin made all three free throws, and JC led 41-29. 

In the fourth quarter, Junction City pulled away and led by as many as 17 points. The Blue Jays held on and won 59-45 to beat Manhattan for the third time this season. 

Junction City was led in scoring by senior Larkin Turner, who scored a career-high 28 points in his last home game. 

For Manhattan, the Indians were led in scoring by senior Landon Knopp with 11 points. 

The Indians end their season with a 6-15 record. For Junction City, the Blue Jays will play three-seed Washburn Rural in Topeka on Friday night. The winner of the sub-state final will advance to the 6A State tournament in Wichita.

By Anthony GorgesTuesday night was the opening night of sub-state semifinal basketball, and the six-seed Junction City Blue Jays hosted the 11-seed Manhattan High Indians in Junction City. The Manhattan High Indians snagged an early 5-1 lead over the Blue Jays as both teams struggled on the offensive end in the first quarter. Junction City's shots began to fall, and JC led 10-9 after the first quarter. The second quarter featured more points and better offense from both sides, but the Blue Jays led by eight, 27-19, at halftime. In the second half, the Indians never could get within six points, as every time Manhattan scored, the Blue Jays had a response. To end the third quarter, Junction City senior Jackson Austin was fouled on a half-court heave. Austin made all three free throws, and JC led 41-29. In the fourth quarter, Junction City pulled away and led by as many as 17 points. The Blue Jays held on and won 59-45 to beat Manhattan for the third time this season. Junction City was led in scoring by senior Larkin Turner, who scored a career-high 28 points in his last home game. For Manhattan, the Indians were led in scoring by senior Landon Knopp with 11 points. The Indians end their season with a 6-15 record. For Junction City, the Blue Jays will play three-seed Washburn Rural in Topeka on Friday night. The winner of the sub-state final will advance to the 6A State tournament in Wichita.

Junction City beats Manhattan, Blue Jays advance to Sub-State Finals

HOUSTON (AP) — L.J. Cryer scored 22 points and No. 3 Houston won its ninth straight game with a 65-59 victory over Kansas on Monday night.

Emanuel Sharp added 12 points off the bench, including two free throws that pushed Houston's lead to 63-59 with 20 seconds left. The Cougars (26-4, 18-1 Big 12) went 4 of 4 from the foul line down the stretch.

Cryer had 18 points on 7-of-13 shooting in the first half as Houston took a 30-27 lead into the break.

Milos Uzan finished with 10 points for the Cougars, who had already clinched their second consecutive outright Big 12 regular-season title. Mylik Wilson had 10 points, six assists and five rebounds.

Houston shot 35% from the field and was 7 of 20 on 3-pointers.

Hunter Dickinson had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the scuffling Jayhawks (19-11, 10-9), who shot 45%. KJ Adams Jr. added 15 points and David Coit had 14 off the bench.

Kansas: The Jayhawks fell to 3-3 against top-10 teams and 4-3 versus AP Top 25 teams this season.

Houston: The Cougars won for the 22nd time in 23 games and continued to boost their resume for a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, improving to 8-4 in Quad 1 matchups.

After Sharp’s two free throws, Kansas guard Dajuan Harris Jr. slipped while trying to catch the inbounds pass, and Cryer stole it. He was fouled and made two free throws to ice the win.

Houston forced 20 turnovers and converted them into 18 points.

Houston visits Baylor on Saturday to close the regular season. Kansas hosts No. 24 Arizona the same day.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741060042588.png" alt="Photo Kansas Athletics" />
 <figcaption>Photo Kansas Athletics</figcaption>
 </figure>HOUSTON (AP) — L.J. Cryer scored 22 points and No. 3 Houston won its ninth straight game with a 65-59 victory over Kansas on Monday night.Emanuel Sharp added 12 points off the bench, including two free throws that pushed Houston's lead to 63-59 with 20 seconds left. The Cougars (26-4, 18-1 Big 12) went 4 of 4 from the foul line down the stretch.Cryer had 18 points on 7-of-13 shooting in the first half as Houston took a 30-27 lead into the break.Milos Uzan finished with 10 points for the Cougars, who had already clinched their second consecutive outright Big 12 regular-season title. Mylik Wilson had 10 points, six assists and five rebounds.Houston shot 35% from the field and was 7 of 20 on 3-pointers.Hunter Dickinson had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the scuffling Jayhawks (19-11, 10-9), who shot 45%. KJ Adams Jr. added 15 points and David Coit had 14 off the bench.<h2>Takeaways</h2>Kansas: The Jayhawks fell to 3-3 against top-10 teams and 4-3 versus AP Top 25 teams this season.Houston: The Cougars won for the 22nd time in 23 games and continued to boost their resume for a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, improving to 8-4 in Quad 1 matchups.<h2>Key moment</h2>After Sharp’s two free throws, Kansas guard Dajuan Harris Jr. slipped while trying to catch the inbounds pass, and Cryer stole it. He was fouled and made two free throws to ice the win.<h2>Key stat</h2>Houston forced 20 turnovers and converted them into 18 points.<h2>Up next</h2>Houston visits Baylor on Saturday to close the regular season. Kansas hosts No. 24 Arizona the same day.

🏀 Cryer scores 22 points as No. 3 Houston beats Kansas

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–</a>&nbsp;As excitement continues to build following the Wildcats’ third-straight season of at least nine wins, season tickets for the K-State Football season will go on sale on Tuesday, March 4.

Tickets go on sale online only to the public beginning at 5 p.m., on Tuesday, March 4, featuring a pick-your-own seat map with availability from last season’s inventory. Phone and in-person orders will be available beginning at 8:30 a.m., on Wednesday, March 5.

Fans are encouraged to act fast as the Wildcats currently own a 20-game sellout streak at Bill Snyder Family Stadium and look to continue that trend in 2025 with six games in Manhattan. The Wildcats are one of only five Power 4 teams to win at least nine games each of the last three seasons with at least one conference championship in that timeframe, joining Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, and Oregon.

Fans who order their season tickets prior to the March 31 incentive deadline will receive the following benefits:

An April 25 renewal deadline will ensure that fans:

Beginning with the current 2024-25 athletic season, sales tax will be added to the price of all season and single-game tickets. Fans will see the final price reflected in the shopping cart when checking out.

Hosting a service academy for the first time in nearly 40 years when Army comes to town on September 6 and closing out the season by playing Big 12 rival Colorado in Manhattan for the first time since 2009 are just some of the highlights of the 2025 football schedule. The 2025 home opener is on August 30 when the Wildcats host North Dakota, while they also take on UCF (September 27), TCU (October 11) and Texas Tech (November 1) inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

A full breakdown of pricing can be seen in the chart below:

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–</a>&nbsp;As excitement continues to build following the Wildcats’ third-straight season of at least nine wins, season tickets for the K-State Football season will go on sale on Tuesday, March 4.Tickets go on sale online only to the public beginning at 5 p.m., on Tuesday, March 4, featuring a pick-your-own seat map with availability from last season’s inventory. Phone and in-person orders will be available beginning at 8:30 a.m., on Wednesday, March 5.Fans are encouraged to act fast as the Wildcats currently own a 20-game sellout streak at Bill Snyder Family Stadium and look to continue that trend in 2025 with six games in Manhattan. The Wildcats are one of only five Power 4 teams to win at least nine games each of the last three seasons with at least one conference championship in that timeframe, joining Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, and Oregon.Fans who order their season tickets prior to the March 31 incentive deadline will receive the following benefits:<ul>
 <li>$10 off the processing fee when ordering online</li><li>Final day for the five-month payment plan option</li><li>Concessions discount card</li>
 </ul>An April 25 renewal deadline will ensure that fans:<ul>
 <li>Retain seats and parking locations</li><li>Participate in online upgrade process</li><li>Final day for the four-month payment plan option</li><li>Last day for season ticket holders to request single game tickets using priority point status before the general public on sale in June</li><li>Last day to request Wabash Landing and Touchdown Terrance tickets</li>
 </ul>Beginning with the current 2024-25 athletic season, sales tax will be added to the price of all season and single-game tickets. Fans will see the final price reflected in the shopping cart when checking out.Hosting a service academy for the first time in nearly 40 years when Army comes to town on September 6 and closing out the season by playing Big 12 rival Colorado in Manhattan for the first time since 2009 are just some of the highlights of the 2025 football schedule. The 2025 home opener is on August 30 when the Wildcats host North Dakota, while they also take on UCF (September 27), TCU (October 11) and Texas Tech (November 1) inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium.A full breakdown of pricing can be seen in the chart below:<figure>
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 </figure>RYAN LACKEY

2025 K-State Football Season Ticket Information Announced

The Junction City Blue Jays are the six seed in the Class 6A West bracket for sub state boys basketball. Junction City will host a familiar foe in the first round of postseason play.&nbsp;

The Blue Jays will host the 11 seed on Tuesday night, which just so happens to be their rival, the Manhattan High Indians.&nbsp;

Tipoff will be at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday night at Blue Jay Event Center.&nbsp;

The winner of this game will play either the three seed Washburn Rural, or the 14 seed, Wichita West on Friday night.&nbsp;

You can view the full 6A West bracket<a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Basketball/6ASub-State.cfm?Activity=2&amp;Class=1&amp;WeekID=6023"> here</a>.&nbsp;

By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe Junction City Blue Jays are the six seed in the Class 6A West bracket for sub state boys basketball. Junction City will host a familiar foe in the first round of postseason play.&nbsp;The Blue Jays will host the 11 seed on Tuesday night, which just so happens to be their rival, the Manhattan High Indians.&nbsp;Tipoff will be at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday night at Blue Jay Event Center.&nbsp;The winner of this game will play either the three seed Washburn Rural, or the 14 seed, Wichita West on Friday night.&nbsp;You can view the full 6A West bracket<a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Basketball/6ASub-State.cfm?Activity=2&amp;Class=1&amp;WeekID=6023"> here</a>.&nbsp;

Blue Jays will host Manhattan High in first round of Sub State Basketball

The dynamic duo of Jaidyn Alvarado and Juliana (Bri) Villanueva claimed state championship honors on Saturday to lead <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/JCHSUSD475?__cft__[0]=AZVKWkkpeqXkAMEBkUInNHVPWn-aarhit5GSOYWRJpwT-ur3ECDrFn0j455VXyNtL6aVnm9GQ1-Ww_PfQ76G7N6JnR-OZJik2UElJL-tIliw7AhHjr_uFcoXJh-oG-wjz5BVrL_NfpffXctHG2H-GizEiUqvyGTsynSkD85-jGajER3W6wrzIohw9RXD21L6eME&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Junction City High School USD 475</a> at the 2025 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/KSHSAA?__cft__[0]=AZVKWkkpeqXkAMEBkUInNHVPWn-aarhit5GSOYWRJpwT-ur3ECDrFn0j455VXyNtL6aVnm9GQ1-Ww_PfQ76G7N6JnR-OZJik2UElJL-tIliw7AhHjr_uFcoXJh-oG-wjz5BVrL_NfpffXctHG2H-GizEiUqvyGTsynSkD85-jGajER3W6wrzIohw9RXD21L6eME&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas State High School Activities Association</a> State Wrestling Championships in Overland Park.

In the finals, Alvarado won by tech fall over 2024 state champion Madalyn Riedinger of Gardner Edgerton inside The AdventHealth Sports Park. With her decisive win at 100 pounds, the senior closed out a dominating season, finishing the year 33-1 overall.

Villanueva captured her second state championship as a Blue Jay by winning by fall over Garden City’s Marina Loera. With her state championship performance at 115 pounds, the junior has now claimed two state championships and a runner-up showing at state during her storied career. For the year, Villanueva posted an impressive 32-1 overall record.

Other highlights on the day included Elaina Twitty claiming fifth place overall with a victory by fall over Manhattan’s Evelyn Thornburg at 125 pounds, while Shalina Hicks also made the podium at 190 pounds, closing out competition No. 5 overall. Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz rounded out the JCHS notables, placing sixth at 130 pounds.

On the boy’s side, senior Josh Brookshire placed fifth overall, winning by fall over Dodge City’s Jayden Amaro. Brookshire went 36-9 on the year.

As a team, the Blue Jays wrapped up competition in 20th place in the final team standings with 26 points, while the Lady Jays finished No. 6 overall with 115 points.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1740968081050.jpeg" alt="Jaidyn Alvarado (left) and Bri Villanueva (right) hold up their brackets after winning a State Title on Saturday in Overland Park. (Photo courtesy of USD 475 - Geary County Schools Facebook Page).&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Jaidyn Alvarado (left) and Bri Villanueva (right) hold up their brackets after winning a State Title on Saturday in Overland Park. (Photo courtesy of USD 475 - Geary County Schools Facebook Page).&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>USD 475 release&nbsp;--The dynamic duo of Jaidyn Alvarado and Juliana (Bri) Villanueva claimed state championship honors on Saturday to lead <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/JCHSUSD475?__cft__[0]=AZVKWkkpeqXkAMEBkUInNHVPWn-aarhit5GSOYWRJpwT-ur3ECDrFn0j455VXyNtL6aVnm9GQ1-Ww_PfQ76G7N6JnR-OZJik2UElJL-tIliw7AhHjr_uFcoXJh-oG-wjz5BVrL_NfpffXctHG2H-GizEiUqvyGTsynSkD85-jGajER3W6wrzIohw9RXD21L6eME&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Junction City High School USD 475</a> at the 2025 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/KSHSAA?__cft__[0]=AZVKWkkpeqXkAMEBkUInNHVPWn-aarhit5GSOYWRJpwT-ur3ECDrFn0j455VXyNtL6aVnm9GQ1-Ww_PfQ76G7N6JnR-OZJik2UElJL-tIliw7AhHjr_uFcoXJh-oG-wjz5BVrL_NfpffXctHG2H-GizEiUqvyGTsynSkD85-jGajER3W6wrzIohw9RXD21L6eME&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas State High School Activities Association</a> State Wrestling Championships in Overland Park.In the finals, Alvarado won by tech fall over 2024 state champion Madalyn Riedinger of Gardner Edgerton inside The AdventHealth Sports Park. With her decisive win at 100 pounds, the senior closed out a dominating season, finishing the year 33-1 overall.Villanueva captured her second state championship as a Blue Jay by winning by fall over Garden City’s Marina Loera. With her state championship performance at 115 pounds, the junior has now claimed two state championships and a runner-up showing at state during her storied career. For the year, Villanueva posted an impressive 32-1 overall record.Other highlights on the day included Elaina Twitty claiming fifth place overall with a victory by fall over Manhattan’s Evelyn Thornburg at 125 pounds, while Shalina Hicks also made the podium at 190 pounds, closing out competition No. 5 overall. Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz rounded out the JCHS notables, placing sixth at 130 pounds.On the boy’s side, senior Josh Brookshire placed fifth overall, winning by fall over Dodge City’s Jayden Amaro. Brookshire went 36-9 on the year.As a team, the Blue Jays wrapped up competition in 20th place in the final team standings with 26 points, while the Lady Jays finished No. 6 overall with 115 points.

Two Lady Jay wrestlers win a State Title 

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — David N’Guessan had 21 points and eight rebounds and Kansas State defeated Colorado 65-56 on Sunday to snap a four-game losing streak.

Kansas State led by 11 points at halftime, then N'Guessan had five points in a 7-0 run that gave the Wildcats a 46-29 lead with 14 minutes remaining in the game. The Wildcats led by double digits for most of the remainder. Colorado got within eight points once and later the score was 63-54 after Sebastian Rancik hit two free throws for the Buffaloes with a minute to go.

Macaleab Rich made two free throws for K-State with 48 seconds left and Rancik's dunk with six seconds remaining finished off the scoring.

There was one tie, no lead changes, and Kansas State led for 38 1/2 minutes.

Brendan Hausen scored 11 points and Dug McDaniel had 10 points and seven assists for Kansas State (14-15, 8-10 Big 12).

Colorado (11-18, 2-16 Big 12) got 11 points from RJ Smith and 10 each from Rancik and Bangot Dak.

The Wildcats took an early 12-2 lead, thanks to a 10-0 run in which Colorado committed three shooting fouls, good for five made K-State free throws. The Wildcats built a 33-17 lead with two minutes left in the half before Colorado scored the last five to trail 33-22 at the break.

It was the first meeting between the two teams since Colorado left the Big 12 after the 2001 season.

With two games left in the regular season, Kansas State is tied for ninth place and Colorado is last.

The Wildcats visit Cincinnati on Wednesday and finish at home against Iowa State on Saturday.

Colorado visits Texas Tech on Wednesday and finishes at home against TCU on Saturday.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1740959471900.png" alt="Photo K-State Athletics" />
 <figcaption>Photo K-State Athletics</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — David N’Guessan had 21 points and eight rebounds and Kansas State defeated Colorado 65-56 on Sunday to snap a four-game losing streak.Kansas State led by 11 points at halftime, then N'Guessan had five points in a 7-0 run that gave the Wildcats a 46-29 lead with 14 minutes remaining in the game. The Wildcats led by double digits for most of the remainder. Colorado got within eight points once and later the score was 63-54 after Sebastian Rancik hit two free throws for the Buffaloes with a minute to go.Macaleab Rich made two free throws for K-State with 48 seconds left and Rancik's dunk with six seconds remaining finished off the scoring.There was one tie, no lead changes, and Kansas State led for 38 1/2 minutes.Brendan Hausen scored 11 points and Dug McDaniel had 10 points and seven assists for Kansas State (14-15, 8-10 Big 12).Colorado (11-18, 2-16 Big 12) got 11 points from RJ Smith and 10 each from Rancik and Bangot Dak.The Wildcats took an early 12-2 lead, thanks to a 10-0 run in which Colorado committed three shooting fouls, good for five made K-State free throws. The Wildcats built a 33-17 lead with two minutes left in the half before Colorado scored the last five to trail 33-22 at the break.It was the first meeting between the two teams since Colorado left the Big 12 after the 2001 season.With two games left in the regular season, Kansas State is tied for ninth place and Colorado is last.The Wildcats visit Cincinnati on Wednesday and finish at home against Iowa State on Saturday.Colorado visits Texas Tech on Wednesday and finishes at home against TCU on Saturday.

🏀 N'Guessan scores 21 points and Kansas State defeats Colorado

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — JT Toppin had 21 points to lead&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll">No. 10</a>&nbsp;Texas Tech to a 78-73 win over Kansas on Saturday.

It was the second win at Allen Fieldhouse (2-22) in the school's history.

Christian Anderson had 15 points and Darrion Williams scored 14 for Texas Tech (22-7, 13-5 Big 12).

KJ Adams Jr. had 21 points for the Jayhawks (19-10, 10-8), who had multiple runs of at least six points.

The Red Raiders used a 16-2 run early in the half to turn a six-point deficit into an eight-point lead. They led 48-37 at halftime.

Texas Tech: The Red Raiders were not intimidated by Allen Fieldhouse and the raucous crowd. Despite being 1-21 all-time in the facility, the Raiders responded every time the Jayhawks made a run.

Kansas: The Jayhawks lacked a killer instinct. Even though they clawed back into the game multiple times, they couldn't pull away.

After Kansas came all the way back to tie the game at 73-all, Williams hit a 3-pointer to give the Red Raiders the lead for good.

Texas Tech outscored Kansas 45-12 from 3-point range.

Texas Tech will host Colorado on Wednesday night, while Kansas visits No. 4 Houston on Monday night.

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 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — JT Toppin had 21 points to lead&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll">No. 10</a>&nbsp;Texas Tech to a 78-73 win over Kansas on Saturday.It was the second win at Allen Fieldhouse (2-22) in the school's history.Christian Anderson had 15 points and Darrion Williams scored 14 for Texas Tech (22-7, 13-5 Big 12).KJ Adams Jr. had 21 points for the Jayhawks (19-10, 10-8), who had multiple runs of at least six points.The Red Raiders used a 16-2 run early in the half to turn a six-point deficit into an eight-point lead. They led 48-37 at halftime.<h2>Takeaways</h2>Texas Tech: The Red Raiders were not intimidated by Allen Fieldhouse and the raucous crowd. Despite being 1-21 all-time in the facility, the Raiders responded every time the Jayhawks made a run.Kansas: The Jayhawks lacked a killer instinct. Even though they clawed back into the game multiple times, they couldn't pull away.<h2>Key moment</h2>After Kansas came all the way back to tie the game at 73-all, Williams hit a 3-pointer to give the Red Raiders the lead for good.<h2>Key stat</h2>Texas Tech outscored Kansas 45-12 from 3-point range.<h2>Up next</h2>Texas Tech will host Colorado on Wednesday night, while Kansas visits No. 4 Houston on Monday night.___

🏀 Tech beats KU for 2nd Allen Fieldhouse victory in school's history

WASHINGTON (AP)—President Donald Trump says he plans to issue “a complete PARDON of Pete Rose," baseball’s late career hits leader who was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/general-news-8fb1c12e1498a0c3ffacef4beaa4e642">banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame</a>&nbsp;for sports betting.

Trump posted on Truth Social on Friday night to say Rose, who&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/pete-rose-obituary-reds-e0f3dfa057fc46629447e04b6540e4c8">died in September</a>&nbsp;at 83, “shouldn’t have been gambling on baseball, but only bet on HIS TEAM WINNING.”

Trump did not specifically mention Rose’s tax evasion case in which Rose pleaded guilty in 1990 and served a five-month prison sentence.

The president said he would sign a pardon for Rose “over the next few weeks.”

MLB handed Rose a lifetime ban in 1989 after an investigation determined he had bet on baseball games, including some involving his own Cincinnati Reds.

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 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP)—President Donald Trump says he plans to issue “a complete PARDON of Pete Rose," baseball’s late career hits leader who was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/general-news-8fb1c12e1498a0c3ffacef4beaa4e642">banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame</a>&nbsp;for sports betting.<figure>
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 </figure>Trump posted on Truth Social on Friday night to say Rose, who&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/pete-rose-obituary-reds-e0f3dfa057fc46629447e04b6540e4c8">died in September</a>&nbsp;at 83, “shouldn’t have been gambling on baseball, but only bet on HIS TEAM WINNING.”Trump did not specifically mention Rose’s tax evasion case in which Rose pleaded guilty in 1990 and served a five-month prison sentence.The president said he would sign a pardon for Rose “over the next few weeks.”MLB handed Rose a lifetime ban in 1989 after an investigation determined he had bet on baseball games, including some involving his own Cincinnati Reds.

Trump says in social media post he plans to pardon the late Pete Rose

In a must-win game for the Junction City Lady Jays, they played like it early. The first quarter was back-and-forth, with JC leading 12-11 with 1:45 to play in the first. Emporia went on a run to end the quarter and led 16-12 after one. 

Despite the Lady Jays' strong start their offense was stale the rest of the night. Emporia began flexing its muscles in the second quarter and led 26-15 at the half. 

In the third quarter, neither team scored much, combining for eight points, but the Lady Spartans led by 15. In the fourth quarter, things got out of hand, and Emporia pulled away, winning 45-20. 

Junction City finishes the regular season 1-19, with their only win from December over Lawrence Free State. The Lady Jays finished 17th in 6A West and did not make it into the Sub State bracket. 

The first matchup between the Blue Jays and Spartans was an overtime thriller. Friday night's matchup started very similar, but this time a defensive battle, tied at six at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter was much of the same, with neither team taking care of the basketball, and both teams stingy on defense. Junction City led 14-12 at halftime. 

In the second half, shots for the Blue Jays began to fall, as they scored 15 points in the third quarter, compared to just 14 in the first two quarters combined. JC led 29-22 at the end of three. The Emporia Spartans began the fourth quarter on a 7-2 run, and cut the deficit to two, at 31-29. Junction City pulled away late, hitting free throws and continuing their strong defensive performance. The Blue Jays won 46-32 and swept Emporia on the season. 

Junction City finished the regular season 13-7, and second in the Centennial League. The Blue Jays will host the first round of Sub State on Tuesday night at Blue Jay Event Center. 

The official bracket will be released by KSHSAA later this weekend. 

By Anthony Gorges&nbsp;JC PostGirls recapIn a must-win game for the Junction City Lady Jays, they played like it early. The first quarter was back-and-forth, with JC leading 12-11 with 1:45 to play in the first. Emporia went on a run to end the quarter and led 16-12 after one. Despite the Lady Jays' strong start their offense was stale the rest of the night. Emporia began flexing its muscles in the second quarter and led 26-15 at the half. In the third quarter, neither team scored much, combining for eight points, but the Lady Spartans led by 15. In the fourth quarter, things got out of hand, and Emporia pulled away, winning 45-20. Junction City finishes the regular season 1-19, with their only win from December over Lawrence Free State. The Lady Jays finished 17th in 6A West and did not make it into the Sub State bracket. Boys recapThe first matchup between the Blue Jays and Spartans was an overtime thriller. Friday night's matchup started very similar, but this time a defensive battle, tied at six at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter was much of the same, with neither team taking care of the basketball, and both teams stingy on defense. Junction City led 14-12 at halftime. In the second half, shots for the Blue Jays began to fall, as they scored 15 points in the third quarter, compared to just 14 in the first two quarters combined. JC led 29-22 at the end of three. The Emporia Spartans began the fourth quarter on a 7-2 run, and cut the deficit to two, at 31-29. Junction City pulled away late, hitting free throws and continuing their strong defensive performance. The Blue Jays won 46-32 and swept Emporia on the season. Junction City finished the regular season 13-7, and second in the Centennial League. The Blue Jays will host the first round of Sub State on Tuesday night at Blue Jay Event Center. The official bracket will be released by KSHSAA later this weekend.

JC and Emporia split to end the regular season

15 Junction City High School wrestlers competed Friday on Day One of the Kansas State High School Activities Association State Wrestling Tournament in Overland Park. After day one, 12 will be compete for a medal on day two.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Jaidyn Alvarado (100) and Bree Villanueva (115) will wrestle for a state title on Saturday.&nbsp;

Other girls that will wrestle on the consolation side of the bracket include: Jordis Serrano (110), Elaina Twitty (125), Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz (130), Shalina Hicks (190), and Ka'Ori Herring (235).

Five of the seven that qualified for state will wrestle on Saturday. All five are on the consolation side of the bracket.&nbsp;

Jayden Melton (113), Billy Dee (157), Josh Brookshire (175), Chris Coy (215), and Avery Florence (285).&nbsp;

* Photo courtesy of USD 475 Facebook Page.

By Anthony GorgesJC Post15 Junction City High School wrestlers competed Friday on Day One of the Kansas State High School Activities Association State Wrestling Tournament in Overland Park. After day one, 12 will be compete for a medal on day two.&nbsp;JCHS Girls results&nbsp;Jaidyn Alvarado (100) and Bree Villanueva (115) will wrestle for a state title on Saturday.&nbsp;Other girls that will wrestle on the consolation side of the bracket include: Jordis Serrano (110), Elaina Twitty (125), Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz (130), Shalina Hicks (190), and Ka'Ori Herring (235).JCHS Boys resultsFive of the seven that qualified for state will wrestle on Saturday. All five are on the consolation side of the bracket.&nbsp;Jayden Melton (113), Billy Dee (157), Josh Brookshire (175), Chris Coy (215), and Avery Florence (285).&nbsp;* Photo courtesy of USD 475 Facebook Page.

JCHS State Wrestling results Day 1

The State Wrestling Tournament is this Friday and Saturday. For class 6A boys and girls, they are wrestling in Overland Park at&nbsp;The AdventHealth Sports Park.&nbsp;

Junction City has a total of 15 wrestlers competing at state. Eight wrestlers for the girls team, and seven wrestlers for the boys.&nbsp;

Girls state qualifiers and weight classes:

Jaidyn Alvarado (100), Jordis Serrano (110), Bree Villanueva (115), Elaina Twitty (125), Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz (130), Catie Dee (145), Shalina Hicks (190), Ka'Ori Herring (235).&nbsp;

Boys state qualifiers and weight classes:

Riley Luckenbill (106), Jayden Melton (113), Ka'Yun Herring (150), Billy Dee (157), Josh Brookshire (175), Chris Coy (215), Avery Florence (285).&nbsp;

By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe State Wrestling Tournament is this Friday and Saturday. For class 6A boys and girls, they are wrestling in Overland Park at&nbsp;The AdventHealth Sports Park.&nbsp;Junction City has a total of 15 wrestlers competing at state. Eight wrestlers for the girls team, and seven wrestlers for the boys.&nbsp;Girls state qualifiers and weight classes:Jaidyn Alvarado (100), Jordis Serrano (110), Bree Villanueva (115), Elaina Twitty (125), Elizabeth Edgerton-Diaz (130), Catie Dee (145), Shalina Hicks (190), Ka'Ori Herring (235).&nbsp;Boys state qualifiers and weight classes:Riley Luckenbill (106), Jayden Melton (113), Ka'Yun Herring (150), Billy Dee (157), Josh Brookshire (175), Chris Coy (215), Avery Florence (285).&nbsp;

15 JCHS wrestlers will compete at the State Tournament 


The Junction City High School&nbsp;boys and girls bowling teams claimed runner-up honors at the
Class 6A Regional in Topeka on Wednesday afternoon. 



By
placing second overall, the Blue Jays advanced to the 2025 State
Bowling Championships, which will take place on Friday, March 7 in
Wichita. 



Individually,
senior Jesse Holtcamp paced the Blue Jays, wrapping-up competition
fourth overall with a series score of 664. On the girl’s side,
senior Victoria Martinez claimed seventh place with a series score of
576.

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The Junction City High School&nbsp;boys and girls bowling teams claimed runner-up honors at the
Class 6A Regional in Topeka on Wednesday afternoon. 

By
placing second overall, the Blue Jays advanced to the 2025 State
Bowling Championships, which will take place on Friday, March 7 in
Wichita. 

Individually,
senior Jesse Holtcamp paced the Blue Jays, wrapping-up competition
fourth overall with a series score of 664. On the girl’s side,
senior Victoria Martinez claimed seventh place with a series score of
576.

JCHS bowling teams qualify for State

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Keyshawn Hall scored 26 points and Darius Garland scored 23 points and UCF held on to beat Kansas State 80-76 on Wednesday night.

Moustapha Thaim just missed the most rare of triple-doubles scoring 11 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and blocking eight shots. It was the second straight win for the Knights (15-13, 6-11 Big 12) following a seven-game losing streak.

Max Jones scored 22 points, reserve C.J. Jones scored 12 points, Brendan Hausen 11 and Dug McDaniel 10 for Kansas State (13-15, 7-10). The Wildcats now have lost four straight following a six-game win streak.

Hausen made a deep 3-pointer and then was fouled getting poked in the eye by UCF's Mikey Williams with 14 seconds to go. Hausen made the free throw to reduce the the Wildcats' deficit to 78-76. Hall sealed it with a pair of free throws with 11 seconds remaining. Hausen missed a deep 3 attempt on Kansas State's next possession.

Benny Williams' layup with 5:48 remaining put the Knights ahead 69-58 before the Wildcats countered with a 7-0 run over the next 1:30 to draw within 69-65.

UCF led for most of the first half until McDaniel's layup gave the Wildcats a 29-28 lead with 5:51 before halftime. UCF closed the first half with a 10-0 run and led 41-34.

The Wildcats host Colorado on Sunday. UCF travels to TCU on Saturday.

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 </figure>ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Keyshawn Hall scored 26 points and Darius Garland scored 23 points and UCF held on to beat Kansas State 80-76 on Wednesday night.Moustapha Thaim just missed the most rare of triple-doubles scoring 11 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and blocking eight shots. It was the second straight win for the Knights (15-13, 6-11 Big 12) following a seven-game losing streak.Max Jones scored 22 points, reserve C.J. Jones scored 12 points, Brendan Hausen 11 and Dug McDaniel 10 for Kansas State (13-15, 7-10). The Wildcats now have lost four straight following a six-game win streak.Hausen made a deep 3-pointer and then was fouled getting poked in the eye by UCF's Mikey Williams with 14 seconds to go. Hausen made the free throw to reduce the the Wildcats' deficit to 78-76. Hall sealed it with a pair of free throws with 11 seconds remaining. Hausen missed a deep 3 attempt on Kansas State's next possession.Benny Williams' layup with 5:48 remaining put the Knights ahead 69-58 before the Wildcats countered with a 7-0 run over the next 1:30 to draw within 69-65.UCF led for most of the first half until McDaniel's layup gave the Wildcats a 29-28 lead with 5:51 before halftime. UCF closed the first half with a 10-0 run and led 41-34.The Wildcats host Colorado on Sunday. UCF travels to TCU on Saturday.

🏀 Hall, Garland lead UCF past Kansas State

The Spring Sports meeting will be held tonight at Junction City High School. The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. in the main gym.&nbsp;

Spring sports at Junction City High School are: Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, boys golf, boys tennis, girls swimming, and girls soccer.

The Spring Sports meeting will be held tonight at Junction City High School. The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. in the main gym.&nbsp;Spring sports at Junction City High School are: Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, boys golf, boys tennis, girls swimming, and girls soccer.

Spring Sports Meeting at JCHS is tonight

Despite playing in class 4A, the Topeka Hayden Lady Wildcats are a top team in the state of Kansas. The Lady Wildcats beat the Junction City Lady Jays 76-23 Tuesday night in Topeka.

Hayden held Junction City scoreless in the first quarter and led 25-0 at the end of one. The Lady Wildcats extended their lead before the half, but in the second quarter, the Lady Jays got on the board, knocking in three three-pointers. Hayden led at the half 41-9.

In the third quarter, both teams caught fire shooting the ball, but Hayden just continued growing their lead to 69-20 at the end of three. In the fourth quarter, it was a running clock, and the Lady Wildcats won the game 76-23.

Following the game, Hayden celebrated being the Centennial League champions with a 9-1 record in league play. The Lady Wildcats are 17-2 on the season.

Junction City falls to 1-18 with the loss and has their regular season finale on Friday night at Emporia High.

The Junction City Blue Jays entered Tuesday’s game with a two-game winning streak, their first multi-game winning streak in over a month.

The game started out with both teams turning the ball over and struggling to set in their half-court offense. Junction City sophomore Brody Boeckman caught an out-of-bounds lob pass and scored to end the first quarter, and the Blue Jays led 12-11.

The second quarter was similar to the first, with both teams playing well defensively. Junction City led 26-25 at the half.

In the third quarter, the offense picked up, and Hayden jumped ahead after three, leading 51-46.

Despite many opportunities and cutting the lead to two points early in the fourth, JC never could regain the lead and lost 75-63.

Topeka Hayden secured the season sweep over the Blue Jays.

Junction City was led in scoring by senior Ja’Twaan Williams with 15 points, junior Lovell Autry had 13 points, and senior Jackson Austin added 10.

With the loss, the Blue Jays fall to 12-7 on the year and 5-4 in league play.

Junction City will play at Emporia on Friday night to wrap up their regular season.

By Anthony GorgesJC PostGirls recapDespite playing in class 4A, the Topeka Hayden Lady Wildcats are a top team in the state of Kansas. The Lady Wildcats beat the Junction City Lady Jays 76-23 Tuesday night in Topeka.Hayden held Junction City scoreless in the first quarter and led 25-0 at the end of one. The Lady Wildcats extended their lead before the half, but in the second quarter, the Lady Jays got on the board, knocking in three three-pointers. Hayden led at the half 41-9.In the third quarter, both teams caught fire shooting the ball, but Hayden just continued growing their lead to 69-20 at the end of three. In the fourth quarter, it was a running clock, and the Lady Wildcats won the game 76-23.Following the game, Hayden celebrated being the Centennial League champions with a 9-1 record in league play. The Lady Wildcats are 17-2 on the season.Junction City falls to 1-18 with the loss and has their regular season finale on Friday night at Emporia High.Boys recapThe Junction City Blue Jays entered Tuesday’s game with a two-game winning streak, their first multi-game winning streak in over a month.The game started out with both teams turning the ball over and struggling to set in their half-court offense. Junction City sophomore Brody Boeckman caught an out-of-bounds lob pass and scored to end the first quarter, and the Blue Jays led 12-11.The second quarter was similar to the first, with both teams playing well defensively. Junction City led 26-25 at the half.In the third quarter, the offense picked up, and Hayden jumped ahead after three, leading 51-46.Despite many opportunities and cutting the lead to two points early in the fourth, JC never could regain the lead and lost 75-63.Topeka Hayden secured the season sweep over the Blue Jays.Junction City was led in scoring by senior Ja’Twaan Williams with 15 points, junior Lovell Autry had 13 points, and senior Jackson Austin added 10.With the loss, the Blue Jays fall to 12-7 on the year and 5-4 in league play.Junction City will play at Emporia on Friday night to wrap up their regular season.

Topeka Hayden secures season sweep over JC basketball

Associate Athletics Director for Communications

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–</a>&nbsp;Kansas State head football coach&nbsp;Chris Klieman&nbsp;announced Tuesday new titles of four coaching staff members for the 2025 season.

Nate Kaczor&nbsp;is now the program’s special teams coordinator and special assistant to the head coach,&nbsp;Matt Kardulis&nbsp;is the assistant safeties coach,&nbsp;Sean Maguire&nbsp;is the assistant quarterbacks coach and&nbsp;David Orloff&nbsp;is the outside linebackers coach.

“Each of these coaches provides tremendous value to our staff, and we have been fortunate to add a secondary assistant at numerous positions,” Klieman said. “They provide great support not only on the field, but they serve important functions in recruiting as well.”

Kaczor is in his second season at K-State after serving the 2024 campaign as the special teams quality control coach. A 16-year NFL veteran, Kaczor (pronounced KAT-sir) helped K-State players earn top-50 national rankings in five categories as&nbsp;Dylan Edwards&nbsp;ranked fourth nationally in punt return touchdowns (1), 35th in combined kickoff return and punt return yards (438) and ranked 43rd in kickoff return average (19.9 yards), while&nbsp;kicker&nbsp;Chris Tennant ranked 41st in field goals per game (1.31) and field goal percentage (81.0%).

Maguire finishes off an offensive assistant staff that also includes&nbsp;Drew Liddle, who was named the assistant offensive line coach on February 13. Maguire finished his first year at K-State in 2024 as an offensive analyst, helping the Wildcats in the top 15 nationally in four offensive categories and rank in the top 10 in school history in 15 game or season categories, while he assisted in the guidance of&nbsp;Avery Johnson, who set the school record with 25 touchdown passes a year ago. A native of Sparta, New Jersey, who is a former quarterback at Florida State, Maguire came to K-State after working one season at Buffalo and four seasons at Texas A&amp;M.

Kardulis and Orloff each enter their fifth seasons at K-State in 2025 after serving the previous four years as a defensive quality control coach and defensive analyst, respectively. Both have helped K-State average 21.8 points allowed per game over the last four seasons – a span of 53 games – to rank 24th nationally, 17th among Power 4 teams and third among current Big 12 teams. Additionally, the Wildcats have forced a combined 62 turnovers the last three seasons to rank first among current Big 12 schools.

A native of Burnsville, North Carolina, Kardulis came to Manhattan after spending the previous two seasons on staff at Virginia Tech as a defensive graduate assistant. Prior to his stint in Blacksburg, he spent one year apiece as a defensive quality control coach at Campbell, video coordinator and running backs coach at Emory &amp; Henry College, and defensive graduate assistant at Frostburg State. He played defensive back for five years at Emory &amp; Henry College.

Orloff, who hails from Laguna Niguel, California, came to Kansas State after working the previous three seasons at Syracuse as a graduate assistant working with the linebackers, while he later was a quality control coach for the Orange. He spent the previous three seasons as a defensive and special teams graduate assistant at UNLV. Orloff earned his undergraduate degree from San Jose State as he was an offensive undergraduate assistant for the Spartans for five seasons.

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 </figure>By Ryan LackeyAssociate Athletics Director for Communications<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–</a>&nbsp;Kansas State head football coach&nbsp;Chris Klieman&nbsp;announced Tuesday new titles of four coaching staff members for the 2025 season.Nate Kaczor&nbsp;is now the program’s special teams coordinator and special assistant to the head coach,&nbsp;Matt Kardulis&nbsp;is the assistant safeties coach,&nbsp;Sean Maguire&nbsp;is the assistant quarterbacks coach and&nbsp;David Orloff&nbsp;is the outside linebackers coach.“Each of these coaches provides tremendous value to our staff, and we have been fortunate to add a secondary assistant at numerous positions,” Klieman said. “They provide great support not only on the field, but they serve important functions in recruiting as well.”Kaczor is in his second season at K-State after serving the 2024 campaign as the special teams quality control coach. A 16-year NFL veteran, Kaczor (pronounced KAT-sir) helped K-State players earn top-50 national rankings in five categories as&nbsp;Dylan Edwards&nbsp;ranked fourth nationally in punt return touchdowns (1), 35th in combined kickoff return and punt return yards (438) and ranked 43rd in kickoff return average (19.9 yards), while&nbsp;kicker&nbsp;Chris Tennant ranked 41st in field goals per game (1.31) and field goal percentage (81.0%).Maguire finishes off an offensive assistant staff that also includes&nbsp;Drew Liddle, who was named the assistant offensive line coach on February 13. Maguire finished his first year at K-State in 2024 as an offensive analyst, helping the Wildcats in the top 15 nationally in four offensive categories and rank in the top 10 in school history in 15 game or season categories, while he assisted in the guidance of&nbsp;Avery Johnson, who set the school record with 25 touchdown passes a year ago. A native of Sparta, New Jersey, who is a former quarterback at Florida State, Maguire came to K-State after working one season at Buffalo and four seasons at Texas A&amp;M.Kardulis and Orloff each enter their fifth seasons at K-State in 2025 after serving the previous four years as a defensive quality control coach and defensive analyst, respectively. Both have helped K-State average 21.8 points allowed per game over the last four seasons – a span of 53 games – to rank 24th nationally, 17th among Power 4 teams and third among current Big 12 teams. Additionally, the Wildcats have forced a combined 62 turnovers the last three seasons to rank first among current Big 12 schools.A native of Burnsville, North Carolina, Kardulis came to Manhattan after spending the previous two seasons on staff at Virginia Tech as a defensive graduate assistant. Prior to his stint in Blacksburg, he spent one year apiece as a defensive quality control coach at Campbell, video coordinator and running backs coach at Emory &amp; Henry College, and defensive graduate assistant at Frostburg State. He played defensive back for five years at Emory &amp; Henry College.Orloff, who hails from Laguna Niguel, California, came to Kansas State after working the previous three seasons at Syracuse as a graduate assistant working with the linebackers, while he later was a quality control coach for the Orange. He spent the previous three seasons as a defensive and special teams graduate assistant at UNLV. Orloff earned his undergraduate degree from San Jose State as he was an offensive undergraduate assistant for the Spartans for five seasons.

Klieman Announces Football Staff Promotions

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Hunter Dickinson scored a season-high 32 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to help Kansas defeat Colorado 71-64 on Monday night.

Dickinson made 13 of 18 shots and 6 of 10 free throws for the Jayhawks (19-9, 10-7 Big 12 Conference), who fell out of the AP Top 25 for the first time since Feb. 8, 2021, after losing three of five before arriving in Boulder. It was the 12th double-double this season for Dickinson.

KJ Adams had 15 points for Kansas and Rylan Griffen scored 10.

Bangot Dak had 16 points on 7-for-10 shooting to lead the Buffaloes (11-17, 2-15), who had won two of three following a 13-game losing streak. Julian Hammond III scored 11.

Kansas only trailed in the game for 20 seconds, but the Buffaloes wouldn't go away.

Dickinson had 15 points by halftime to help the Jayhawks take a 37-32 lead.

Colorado took its only lead when Hammond scored in the paint to make it 39-38 with 15:39 remaining. Dickinson answered with a jumper and a three-point play and Kansas never trailed again. The Buffaloes managed to even the score twice and trailed 62-60 after Hammond nailed a 3-pointer with 4:12 left. They would get no closer.

The Jayhawks move a half-game behind 25th-ranked BYU for fifth place in the conference with three games left in the regular season.

Kansas has won three in a row and 22 of the last 23 matchups with the Buffaloes and leads the all-time series 126-40.

Kansas will host No. 10 Texas Tech on Saturday. Colorado plays at Kansas State on Sunday.

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 </figure>BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Hunter Dickinson scored a season-high 32 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to help Kansas defeat Colorado 71-64 on Monday night.Dickinson made 13 of 18 shots and 6 of 10 free throws for the Jayhawks (19-9, 10-7 Big 12 Conference), who fell out of the AP Top 25 for the first time since Feb. 8, 2021, after losing three of five before arriving in Boulder. It was the 12th double-double this season for Dickinson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740481039517.png" alt="Photo Kansas Athletics" />
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 </figure>KJ Adams had 15 points for Kansas and Rylan Griffen scored 10.Bangot Dak had 16 points on 7-for-10 shooting to lead the Buffaloes (11-17, 2-15), who had won two of three following a 13-game losing streak. Julian Hammond III scored 11.Kansas only trailed in the game for 20 seconds, but the Buffaloes wouldn't go away.Dickinson had 15 points by halftime to help the Jayhawks take a 37-32 lead.Colorado took its only lead when Hammond scored in the paint to make it 39-38 with 15:39 remaining. Dickinson answered with a jumper and a three-point play and Kansas never trailed again. The Buffaloes managed to even the score twice and trailed 62-60 after Hammond nailed a 3-pointer with 4:12 left. They would get no closer.The Jayhawks move a half-game behind 25th-ranked BYU for fifth place in the conference with three games left in the regular season.Kansas has won three in a row and 22 of the last 23 matchups with the Buffaloes and leads the all-time series 126-40.Kansas will host No. 10 Texas Tech on Saturday. Colorado plays at Kansas State on Sunday.___

🏀 Hunter Dickinson posts double-double to lead Kansas over Colorado

By Brice Kesler Executive Director Shrine Bowl

The Kansas Shrine Bowl has announced the addition of ten new players to the 2025 rosters to fill open roster spots for the 52nd&nbsp;Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Dodge City. “Each year, there are players who unfortunately have to decline their invitation to play in the Kansas Shrine Bowl due to college commitments, or other circumstances,” said Brice Kesler, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “Fortunately, there are many talented players and extremely worthy players across the state who we are excited to be able to now extend an official invitation to.”

The West team has added&nbsp;Drew Graham, WR, Winfield;&nbsp;Trey Hoover, OL, Manhattan;&nbsp;Rhett Ihrig, DL, Goodland;&nbsp;Lucas Meyer, RB, Wichita Heights; and&nbsp;Brandt Stupka, WR, Andover Central.

The East team has added&nbsp;Bryer Finley, WR, Seaman;&nbsp;Jayden Houghton, TE, Frontenac;&nbsp;Traven Niehues, OL, Blue Valley Northwest;&nbsp;Jaylen Parks, DB, Lawrence; and&nbsp;Elzie Slaughter, DB, Saint Thomas Aquinas.

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 </figure>By Brice Kesler Executive Director Shrine BowlThe Kansas Shrine Bowl has announced the addition of ten new players to the 2025 rosters to fill open roster spots for the 52nd&nbsp;Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Dodge City. “Each year, there are players who unfortunately have to decline their invitation to play in the Kansas Shrine Bowl due to college commitments, or other circumstances,” said Brice Kesler, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “Fortunately, there are many talented players and extremely worthy players across the state who we are excited to be able to now extend an official invitation to.”The West team has added&nbsp;Drew Graham, WR, Winfield;&nbsp;Trey Hoover, OL, Manhattan;&nbsp;Rhett Ihrig, DL, Goodland;&nbsp;Lucas Meyer, RB, Wichita Heights; and&nbsp;Brandt Stupka, WR, Andover Central.The East team has added&nbsp;Bryer Finley, WR, Seaman;&nbsp;Jayden Houghton, TE, Frontenac;&nbsp;Traven Niehues, OL, Blue Valley Northwest;&nbsp;Jaylen Parks, DB, Lawrence; and&nbsp;Elzie Slaughter, DB, Saint Thomas Aquinas.<figure>
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Ten Players Added to 2025 Kansas Shrine Bowl Rosters

&nbsp; The JCHS boy's wrestling team successfully qualified seven wrestlers at the 6A Regionals in Garden City, with all advancing to the State Championships next week at the AdventHealth Sports Park in Overland Park.&nbsp;

Coach Rick Bazan said Josh Brookshire (30-7) secured third place at 175lbs, while Chris Coy (30-8) earned fourth place at 215lbs. Riley Luckenbill (29-10) finished sixth at 106lbs, Jayden Melton (25-14) secured eighth place at 113lbs, Ka'Yun Herring (18-14) placed sixth at 160lbs, Billy Dee (22-15) also finished sixth at 157lbs, and Avery Florence (23-12) secured sixth place at 285lbs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Blue Jays finished 7th out of 18 teams at the regional meet.

&nbsp; The JCHS boy's wrestling team successfully qualified seven wrestlers at the 6A Regionals in Garden City, with all advancing to the State Championships next week at the AdventHealth Sports Park in Overland Park.&nbsp;Coach Rick Bazan said Josh Brookshire (30-7) secured third place at 175lbs, while Chris Coy (30-8) earned fourth place at 215lbs. Riley Luckenbill (29-10) finished sixth at 106lbs, Jayden Melton (25-14) secured eighth place at 113lbs, Ka'Yun Herring (18-14) placed sixth at 160lbs, Billy Dee (22-15) also finished sixth at 157lbs, and Avery Florence (23-12) secured sixth place at 285lbs.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Blue Jays finished 7th out of 18 teams at the regional meet.

Blue Jays compete at Regional Wrestling

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Jayden Quaintance scored 18 points on 8-of-11 shooting and Shawn Phillips Jr. added 10 points and a career-best 11 rebounds on Sunday to help Arizona State beat Kansas State 66-54 and snap a six-game losing streak.

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 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Jayden Quaintance scored 18 points on 8-of-11 shooting and Shawn Phillips Jr. added 10 points and a career-best 11 rebounds on Sunday to help Arizona State beat Kansas State 66-54 and snap a six-game losing streak.Quaintance, who went into the game 4 of 28 from behind the arc this season, made 2-of-4 3-pointers.The Sun Devils (13-14, 4-12 Big 12) had lost 11 of their last 13.Alston Mason hit a 3-pointer about 90 seconds into the game to give Arizona State the lead for good and sparked a 10-2 run that made it 12-6.Dug McDaniel made a jumper that cut Kansas State's deficit to two points midway through the first half but ASU scored 15 of the next 20 points to make it 31-19 with 3:34 left before halftime.The Sun Devils took a 34-28 lead into the intermission and scored 11 of the first 13 second-half points to make it 45-30 less than six minutes in and Kansas State (13-14, 7-9) trailed by at least nine the rest of the way.David N’Guessan led the Wildcats with 20 points and 10 rebounds. McDaniel and Max Jones each scored four points on 4-of-23 shooting between them. The duo went into the game averaging a combined 23.3 points in conference play.Kansas State, which has lost three in a row following a six-game win streak, shot a season-low 33% (22 of 66) from the field.Amier Ali scored 11 points and Mason finished with eight assists and seven points for the Sun Devils.