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WICHITA, Kan. (June 1, 2025)&mdash;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/andrew-cossetti-681355">Andrew Cossetti</a>&nbsp;tallied three RBIs, and three Wichita arms combined for a 6-0 shutout victory over the Tulsa Drillers at Equity Bank Park. Four runs came across for the Wind Surge in the first inning, and Wichita added a few more along the way to knot the series up even in the matinee finale.
<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/connor-prielipp-687570">Connor Prielipp</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/pierson-ohl-701487">Pierson Ohl</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/joel-cesar-666802">Joel Cesar</a>&nbsp;combined for the fifth shutout win of the season for the Wind Surge. The trio combined to strike out eight men, with just one walk going against them. Ohl improved to 3-1 after taking the win, striking out four men over four innings of one-hit baseball as the first man out of the bullpen.
Wichita scored four times in the top of the first on the backs of an RBI single by Cossetti and six walks. The Wind Surge batted around in the inning.
Cossetti nearly left the yard on a double off the very top of the left field wall in the bottom of the fourth to score&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milb.com/player/noah-cardenas-681433">Noah Cardenas</a>&nbsp;and proved a 2-0 lead for Wichita over four frames.
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Prielipp struck out four batters and walked one over four innings of four-hit baseball, pushing him into the Top 5 rankings on the staff in strikeouts after his start today.
Another bases-loaded walk gave the Wind Surge a 6-0 lead in the bottom of the eighth. Cesar kept things quiet in the ninth to secure the shutout win and a series tie.
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POSTGAME NOTES
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<li>Wichita walked six times in the first inning and 13 times total for the game. The 13 walks are the new season-high in a game for the Wind Surge.</li>
<li>Wichita records their fifth shutout of the season.</li>
<li>Tanner Schobel is up to a 19 game On Base Streak and a 7 game Runs Scored Streak. His 18 game Hitting Streak, which was the longest in the Texas League this season and in Wind Surge franchise history, was snapped.</li>
<li>Aaron Sabato is up to a 20 game On Base Streak.</li>
<li>Wichita travels to Northwest Arkansas to begin a series with the Naturals, starting June 3.</li>
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The Wind Surge heads out on the road to begin a series with the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on June 3 at 7:05 PM at Arvest Ballpark. Wichita returns to Equity Bank Park for a series with the Corpus Christi Hooks on June 10. You can listen to Wind Surge games on ESPN Wichita 92.3 FM and&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/">windsurge.com</a>&nbsp;or watch online at&nbsp;<a href="http://milb.tv/">MiLB.TV</a>&nbsp;and Bally Sports Live. For ticket information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://windsurge.com/tickets">windsurge.com/tickets</a>.</div>

⚾ Wind Surge even series with shutout of Drillers

<a href="http://mglen.grunwald@eaglemedia.com">Glen Grunwald</a> <a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com"></a>Hutch Post

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;AJ Mustow drove in three runs and Tyson Vassart launched a two-run homer as the Hutchinson Monarchs rolled past the Newton Rebels 13-2 on Saturday night at Hobart-Detter Field.

The Monarchs (2-0) tallied 13 runs on 11 hits, taking control early and never letting up in their season opener.

Mustow led the offensive charge, going 2 for 3 with a triple and three RBIs. He opened his night with an RBI triple to center field in the first inning that gave Hutchinson a 2-1 lead. Later, he scored on a wild pitch in a five-run second inning.

Vassart capped that frame with a towering home run to right, plating two and extending the Monarchs’ lead to 5-1.

The scoring started when Bryce Bradford’s sacrifice fly allowed Jay Spafford to tag up and score, tying the game at 1 in the bottom of the first. From there, the Monarchs piled on with disciplined at-bats and timely hitting.

Newton (0-2) managed just two runs and couldn’t recover after falling behind early.

Monarch starting pitcher&nbsp;Carson Harrell (1-0) picked up the win for Hutchinson, pitching 2 1/3 innings while allowing two runs. He struck out three but walked four in the early-season outing. Brayden Rose (0-1) took the loss for Newton giving up 8 runs on 5 Monarch hits.

Next action for the Monarchs is Monday, June 2nd at 7pm vs the Derby Twins at Hobart-Detter Field.

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 </figure><a href="http://mglen.grunwald@eaglemedia.com">Glen Grunwald</a> <a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com"></a>Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;AJ Mustow drove in three runs and Tyson Vassart launched a two-run homer as the Hutchinson Monarchs rolled past the Newton Rebels 13-2 on Saturday night at Hobart-Detter Field.The Monarchs (2-0) tallied 13 runs on 11 hits, taking control early and never letting up in their season opener.Mustow led the offensive charge, going 2 for 3 with a triple and three RBIs. He opened his night with an RBI triple to center field in the first inning that gave Hutchinson a 2-1 lead. Later, he scored on a wild pitch in a five-run second inning.Vassart capped that frame with a towering home run to right, plating two and extending the Monarchs’ lead to 5-1.The scoring started when Bryce Bradford’s sacrifice fly allowed Jay Spafford to tag up and score, tying the game at 1 in the bottom of the first. From there, the Monarchs piled on with disciplined at-bats and timely hitting.Newton (0-2) managed just two runs and couldn’t recover after falling behind early.Monarch starting pitcher&nbsp;Carson Harrell (1-0) picked up the win for Hutchinson, pitching 2 1/3 innings while allowing two runs. He struck out three but walked four in the early-season outing. Brayden Rose (0-1) took the loss for Newton giving up 8 runs on 5 Monarch hits.Next action for the Monarchs is Monday, June 2nd at 7pm vs the Derby Twins at Hobart-Detter Field.

⚾ Monarchs power past Rebels behind Mustow, Vassart

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/NDSUbaseball/status/1928922318086025374" target="_blank">Colten Becker had two hits, an RBI and a great catch</a>&nbsp;in the seventh inning, Logan Knight and Danny Lachenmayer combined to allow just five hits, and North Dakota State beat Kansas 4-3 on Saturday in the Fayetteville Regional.

NDSU (21-33), making its third NCAA Division I Tournament appearance, goes against the loser of Arkansas-Creighton on Sunday in another elimination game.

Kansas (43-17), in a regional for the first time since 2014, ends the season with the second-most wins in program history.

North Dakota State scored two runs in the first inning, both coming with two outs. Davis Hamilton scored from first on a double and a fielding error, and Becker added an RBI single.

Jackson Hauge tied it at 2-all in the fourth with his 20th home run of the season — one shy of the program record. His 70 RBIs are fourth most in school history.

Designated hitter Blake Timmons put NDSU back in front in the fourth with an RBI single and freshman Evan Gustafson sacrifice fly to the warning track in the fifth made it 4-2 lead.

Logan Knight (5-6) gave up three runs — two earned — across 6 1/3 innings and Danny Lachenmayer earned his ninth save after striking out three.

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 </figure>FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/NDSUbaseball/status/1928922318086025374" target="_blank">Colten Becker had two hits, an RBI and a great catch</a>&nbsp;in the seventh inning, Logan Knight and Danny Lachenmayer combined to allow just five hits, and North Dakota State beat Kansas 4-3 on Saturday in the Fayetteville Regional.NDSU (21-33), making its third NCAA Division I Tournament appearance, goes against the loser of Arkansas-Creighton on Sunday in another elimination game.Kansas (43-17), in a regional for the first time since 2014, ends the season with the second-most wins in program history.North Dakota State scored two runs in the first inning, both coming with two outs. Davis Hamilton scored from first on a double and a fielding error, and Becker added an RBI single.Jackson Hauge tied it at 2-all in the fourth with his 20th home run of the season — one shy of the program record. His 70 RBIs are fourth most in school history.Designated hitter Blake Timmons put NDSU back in front in the fourth with an RBI single and freshman Evan Gustafson sacrifice fly to the warning track in the fifth made it 4-2 lead.Logan Knight (5-6) gave up three runs — two earned — across 6 1/3 innings and Danny Lachenmayer earned his ninth save after striking out three.

⚾ KU bows out of Fayetteville Regional

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/KStateBSB/status/1928901983743660465" target="_blank">Keegan O’Connor had a record-breaking three-run homer</a>, Lincoln Sheffield threw 6 2/3 scoreless innings and Kansas State beat Houston Christian 7-4 on Saturday in the Austin Regional.

Kansas State (32-25) advances to Sunday’s elimination game against the loser of Saturday’s nightcap between Texas and UTSA.

Houston Christian (32-25), in its first season under head coach Clay Vanderlaan, finished with a 14-game improvement from last year for its second trip to the regionals.

O’Connor became Kansas State’s single-season home run leader with his 17th blast for a 5-0 lead in the third inning. The previous record of 16 was set in 1997 by Scott Poepard and Heath Schesser. O’Connor’s homer put him at 59 RBIs.

Kansas State’s shutout bid ended in the eighth on Rhett Hendricks’ two-run single up the middle. The Wildcats answered with two runs on a passed ball and sacrifice fly in the bottom half for a 7-2 lead.

Jeremy Rader blasted a two-run homer in the ninth to get within three runs before KSU closed it out.

Sheffield (7-4) struck out six and allowed only four hits.

Joshua Caravalho (9-4) went 3 2/3 innings and allowed six hits and five runs, four earned, while walking one.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748786027167.png" alt="Photo Courtesy Kansas State Athletics" />
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 </figure>AUSTIN, Texas (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/KStateBSB/status/1928901983743660465" target="_blank">Keegan O’Connor had a record-breaking three-run homer</a>, Lincoln Sheffield threw 6 2/3 scoreless innings and Kansas State beat Houston Christian 7-4 on Saturday in the Austin Regional.Kansas State (32-25) advances to Sunday’s elimination game against the loser of Saturday’s nightcap between Texas and UTSA.Houston Christian (32-25), in its first season under head coach Clay Vanderlaan, finished with a 14-game improvement from last year for its second trip to the regionals.O’Connor became Kansas State’s single-season home run leader with his 17th blast for a 5-0 lead in the third inning. The previous record of 16 was set in 1997 by Scott Poepard and Heath Schesser. O’Connor’s homer put him at 59 RBIs.Kansas State’s shutout bid ended in the eighth on Rhett Hendricks’ two-run single up the middle. The Wildcats answered with two runs on a passed ball and sacrifice fly in the bottom half for a 7-2 lead.Jeremy Rader blasted a two-run homer in the ninth to get within three runs before KSU closed it out.Sheffield (7-4) struck out six and allowed only four hits.Joshua Caravalho (9-4) went 3 2/3 innings and allowed six hits and five runs, four earned, while walking one.

⚾ Keegan O’Connor’s record-breaking homer leads K-State past Houston Christian in Austin Regional

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<a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch Post

WICHITA, Kan. — Area athletes from across south-central Kansas capped off standout seasons at the KSHSAA State Track &amp; Field Championships, held Friday and Saturday at Wichita State’s Cessna Stadium. Multiple local schools earned gold medals, shattered personal bests, and climbed the podium in a meet that featured nearly 3,000 competitors across all classes.

Hesston’s Ashley Lehman continued to dominate as one of the state’s premier sprinters and jumpers in Class 3A. Lehman captured state titles in the 100 meters (11.75), 200 meters (24.56), and 400 meters (55.58), and also added a championship in the pole vault with a clearance of 12 feet, 1 inch. The Hesston girls 4x800 relay also brought home third in 10:00.05.

In Class 2A, Inman’s girls capped a stellar postseason with a state title in the 4x100 relay (50.36) and a silver medal in the 4x400 relay (4:07.63). Brooklyn Black placed third in the 300 hurdles (47.52), and Faith Baxter placed fourth in the wheelchair 100-meter dash.

Sterling’s Julia Kilgore completed a sweep in Class 2A sprints, winning the 400 in 57.12 and placing fourth in the 200 (25.24). Moundridge continued its relay dominance with a 4x400 gold (4:05.61) and silver in the 4x100 (50.72). Cammi Unruh (4th, 12.79) and Avery Schrag (10th, 400) added more top-10s.

Central Christian’s Jessa Losew was runner-up in the Class 1A 400 (59.17) and third in the triple jump (36-10). Teammate Belle Barnett placed ninth in the 100. Little River's Havana Olander earned the 1A triple jump crown at 37-9 1/4.

Buhler medaled in the Class 4A girls 4x100 (3rd, 49.08), with standout performances from Jenna Lackey, who finished fourth in the 200 (26.03) and third in the pole vault (10-0). Isabella Friesen took sixth in the 3200 (11:46.50), and Laney Reiff placed fifth in the 800 (2:23.05).

McPherson’s Lexi Patterson clocked 11:43.48 for fourth in the 4A 3200, while Arihanna Koehn took fifth in the 100 hurdles (15.62) and fourth in the 300 hurdles (47.29).

Pretty Prairie’s Lauren Detter finished third in the 1A 800 (2:25.24).

McPherson’s Caleb Muehler had a dominant showing in Class 4A distance events, winning the 3200 meters with a state-best 9:24.70 and placing sixth in the 800 (1:59.69) and seventh in the 1600 (4:37.55). Teammate Ethan Elder was also top-10 in both races.

Buhler’s Gavin Lindahl placed second in the 1600 (4:28.60) and third in the 3200 (10:00.79), while Zach Friesen claimed silver in the 110 hurdles (14.89). Buhler's boys 4x100 relay finished fourth (43.32).

In Class 3A, Hesston’s Casey Heinrichs ran 1:58.00 to place third in the 800, and Jamison Kohl earned seventh in the 300 hurdles. The Swathers’ pole vaulters and throwers also earned points.

Halstead’s Breeson Bigley was sixth in the 400 (50.34), and the Dragons 4x400 team earned a top-10 finish.

Little River’s Kal-El Robinson placed fifth in the 1A 100 (11.35), while Jay Smith swept the boys wheelchair 100 (20.07) and 400 (1:37.82). Christopher Norez added a sixth-place javelin finish (165-9).

Inman’s Riley Roots was runner-up in the 2A 3200 (10:09.64), and Tyler Martisko placed eighth in the 800 (2:05.41). The Teutons were sixth in the 4x800 and claimed fifth in javelin behind Malachi Brunk (171-1).

Trinity Catholic took gold in the 2A 4x800 relay (8:24.11), and Isaac Hammersmith placed third in the high jump (6-6) and long jump (22-0.5). Kaid McElgunn took bronze in the 100 (11.16).

Moundridge’s Heath Churchill cleared 6-6 for silver in the 2A high jump and placed second in the 300 hurdles (39.89). Teammate Kaden Elmore won the 400 in 49.33 and placed second in the 100 (10.97).

Fairfield’s Brodie Snodgrass jumped 21-1 to finish ninth in the 1A boys long jump.

Sterling’s Zane Farney medaled in both hurdle events, placing fourth in the 110s (15.70) and third in the 300s (40.11).

<figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/659165-kshsaa-state-championship-2025/results">CLICK HERE FOR FULL RESULTS</a><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch PostWICHITA, Kan. — Area athletes from across south-central Kansas capped off standout seasons at the KSHSAA State Track &amp; Field Championships, held Friday and Saturday at Wichita State’s Cessna Stadium. Multiple local schools earned gold medals, shattered personal bests, and climbed the podium in a meet that featured nearly 3,000 competitors across all classes.<h2>GIRLS RECAP</h2>Hesston’s Ashley Lehman continued to dominate as one of the state’s premier sprinters and jumpers in Class 3A. Lehman captured state titles in the 100 meters (11.75), 200 meters (24.56), and 400 meters (55.58), and also added a championship in the pole vault with a clearance of 12 feet, 1 inch. The Hesston girls 4x800 relay also brought home third in 10:00.05.In Class 2A, Inman’s girls capped a stellar postseason with a state title in the 4x100 relay (50.36) and a silver medal in the 4x400 relay (4:07.63). Brooklyn Black placed third in the 300 hurdles (47.52), and Faith Baxter placed fourth in the wheelchair 100-meter dash.Sterling’s Julia Kilgore completed a sweep in Class 2A sprints, winning the 400 in 57.12 and placing fourth in the 200 (25.24). Moundridge continued its relay dominance with a 4x400 gold (4:05.61) and silver in the 4x100 (50.72). Cammi Unruh (4th, 12.79) and Avery Schrag (10th, 400) added more top-10s.Central Christian’s Jessa Losew was runner-up in the Class 1A 400 (59.17) and third in the triple jump (36-10). Teammate Belle Barnett placed ninth in the 100. Little River's Havana Olander earned the 1A triple jump crown at 37-9 1/4.Buhler medaled in the Class 4A girls 4x100 (3rd, 49.08), with standout performances from Jenna Lackey, who finished fourth in the 200 (26.03) and third in the pole vault (10-0). Isabella Friesen took sixth in the 3200 (11:46.50), and Laney Reiff placed fifth in the 800 (2:23.05).McPherson’s Lexi Patterson clocked 11:43.48 for fourth in the 4A 3200, while Arihanna Koehn took fifth in the 100 hurdles (15.62) and fourth in the 300 hurdles (47.29).Pretty Prairie’s Lauren Detter finished third in the 1A 800 (2:25.24).<h2>BOYS RECAP</h2>McPherson’s Caleb Muehler had a dominant showing in Class 4A distance events, winning the 3200 meters with a state-best 9:24.70 and placing sixth in the 800 (1:59.69) and seventh in the 1600 (4:37.55). Teammate Ethan Elder was also top-10 in both races.Buhler’s Gavin Lindahl placed second in the 1600 (4:28.60) and third in the 3200 (10:00.79), while Zach Friesen claimed silver in the 110 hurdles (14.89). Buhler's boys 4x100 relay finished fourth (43.32).In Class 3A, Hesston’s Casey Heinrichs ran 1:58.00 to place third in the 800, and Jamison Kohl earned seventh in the 300 hurdles. The Swathers’ pole vaulters and throwers also earned points.Halstead’s Breeson Bigley was sixth in the 400 (50.34), and the Dragons 4x400 team earned a top-10 finish.Little River’s Kal-El Robinson placed fifth in the 1A 100 (11.35), while Jay Smith swept the boys wheelchair 100 (20.07) and 400 (1:37.82). Christopher Norez added a sixth-place javelin finish (165-9).Inman’s Riley Roots was runner-up in the 2A 3200 (10:09.64), and Tyler Martisko placed eighth in the 800 (2:05.41). The Teutons were sixth in the 4x800 and claimed fifth in javelin behind Malachi Brunk (171-1).Trinity Catholic took gold in the 2A 4x800 relay (8:24.11), and Isaac Hammersmith placed third in the high jump (6-6) and long jump (22-0.5). Kaid McElgunn took bronze in the 100 (11.16).Moundridge’s Heath Churchill cleared 6-6 for silver in the 2A high jump and placed second in the 300 hurdles (39.89). Teammate Kaden Elmore won the 400 in 49.33 and placed second in the 100 (10.97).Fairfield’s Brodie Snodgrass jumped 21-1 to finish ninth in the 1A boys long jump.Sterling’s Zane Farney medaled in both hurdle events, placing fourth in the 110s (15.70) and third in the 300s (40.11).

👟 Area state track & field results

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino's one-out single in the eighth inning drove in Nick Loftin with the game's only run as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Tigers 1-0 on Saturday, snapping Detroit's five-game winning streak.

Pasquantino dropped to seventh, from his usual third spot, in the Royals lineup because of Detroit's starter left-hander Tarik Skubal. He blooped a hit into short left field off Beau Brieske (1-2). Loftin had two of KC's four hits, including a double in the eighth.

John Schreiber (2-2) picked up the win for Kansas City. Carlos Estevez picked up his 16th save in 18 chances.

Both pitchers were nearly flawless from the beginning. Skubal allowed just a pair of singles, while Michael Wacha allowed only a walk in his first six innings.

Wacha finally yielded a hit in the seventh when Colt Keith lined a one-out single up the middle. The 6 1/3 innings of no-hit ball was the fourth longest such effort of Wacha's career. Wacha finished the game with seven shutout innings, allowing one hit and one walk, with six strikeouts.

Skubal also completed seven innings, allowing just two hits, with no walks and seven strikeouts.

The key moment for both teams was the eighth inning when both managers turned to their bullpens. It hardly opened the floodgates of offense, but neither team had many scoring chances against the starters.

Zero. Neither starter allowed a single baserunner to reach second base. The closest anyone came in the seven innings for Wacha and Skubal was in the Royals fifth, when Loftin reached with a single but was caught stealing at second.

The Tigers and Royals will conclude a three-game series Sunday afternoon. The Tigers will hand the ball to RHP Keider Montero (2-1, 4.54 ERA), while LHP Kris Bubic (5-2, 1.45) will take the mound for Kansas City.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vinnie Pasquantino's one-out single in the eighth inning drove in Nick Loftin with the game's only run as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Tigers 1-0 on Saturday, snapping Detroit's five-game winning streak.Pasquantino dropped to seventh, from his usual third spot, in the Royals lineup because of Detroit's starter left-hander Tarik Skubal. He blooped a hit into short left field off Beau Brieske (1-2). Loftin had two of KC's four hits, including a double in the eighth.John Schreiber (2-2) picked up the win for Kansas City. Carlos Estevez picked up his 16th save in 18 chances.Both pitchers were nearly flawless from the beginning. Skubal allowed just a pair of singles, while Michael Wacha allowed only a walk in his first six innings.Wacha finally yielded a hit in the seventh when Colt Keith lined a one-out single up the middle. The 6 1/3 innings of no-hit ball was the fourth longest such effort of Wacha's career. Wacha finished the game with seven shutout innings, allowing one hit and one walk, with six strikeouts.Skubal also completed seven innings, allowing just two hits, with no walks and seven strikeouts.<h2>Key moment</h2>The key moment for both teams was the eighth inning when both managers turned to their bullpens. It hardly opened the floodgates of offense, but neither team had many scoring chances against the starters.<h2>Key stat</h2>Zero. Neither starter allowed a single baserunner to reach second base. The closest anyone came in the seven innings for Wacha and Skubal was in the Royals fifth, when Loftin reached with a single but was caught stealing at second.<h2>Up next</h2>The Tigers and Royals will conclude a three-game series Sunday afternoon. The Tigers will hand the ball to RHP Keider Montero (2-1, 4.54 ERA), while LHP Kris Bubic (5-2, 1.45) will take the mound for Kansas City.

⚾ Pasquantino delivers for Royals in victory over Tigers

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (1-0) will host the Newton Rebels (0-1) again at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park tonight with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m. Hutch won the season opener last night 4-3 against the Rebels.

The Monarchs are slated for 19 home games with all of those games set to be video streamed on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8dc5bdf3-e9a7-4011-9b4a-2b453688d13f">hutchpost.com</a> as well as on the <a href="http://www.monarchslive.tv">monarchslive.tv</a> channel. Eagle Media's Glen Grunwald will have the play-by-play call tonight with Matt Peterson providing the video stream..&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (1-0) will host the Newton Rebels (0-1) again at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park tonight with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m. Hutch won the season opener last night 4-3 against the Rebels.The Monarchs are slated for 19 home games with all of those games set to be video streamed on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8dc5bdf3-e9a7-4011-9b4a-2b453688d13f">hutchpost.com</a> as well as on the <a href="http://www.monarchslive.tv">monarchslive.tv</a> channel. Eagle Media's Glen Grunwald will have the play-by-play call tonight with Matt Peterson providing the video stream..&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2449542?autoplay=1" width="640" height="360" allow="fullscreen;" style="border:0;overflow:hidden;"></iframe></div>

🎥⚾ WATCH LIVE: Hutch Monarchs close out the weekend at home against Newton Rebels 

&nbsp;A crowd of 2,700 racing fans packed the stands Friday night at SaltCity Racing for an action-packed evening of dirt track competition, highlighted by a thrilling win from Zach Blurton of Quinter, Kansas in the 360 Winged Sprint division.&nbsp;

Blurton outpaced a competitive field to take first place in the feature event, edging out Blake Hawn of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, who claimed second. Rounding out the top three was Sam Hafertepe Jr. of Sunnyvale, Texas.&nbsp;

In IMCA Stock Car action, it was Mike Petersillie of Hoisington, Kansas who took the checkered flag, with Hutchinson locals Scott Miller and Tanner Thiel finishing second and third respectively.&nbsp;

In Super Stock action&nbsp; Wichita's J.D. Eveland takes top honors, followed closely by Chris Eveland of Hutchinson. Jerrod Reimer, also of Hutchinson, secured a strong third-place finish.&nbsp;

Friday’s races delivered high-octane entertainment from start to finish, and fans can already look forward to the next round of racing scheduled for Friday, June 20. That night’s lineup will feature IMCA Stock Car, IMCA Modified, IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, and the return of the United Rebel Late Model Series.&nbsp;

Fans are encouraged to arrive early for prime seating.&nbsp;

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 </figure>MARC JACOBS Hutch Post&nbsp;&nbsp;A crowd of 2,700 racing fans packed the stands Friday night at SaltCity Racing for an action-packed evening of dirt track competition, highlighted by a thrilling win from Zach Blurton of Quinter, Kansas in the 360 Winged Sprint division.&nbsp;Blurton outpaced a competitive field to take first place in the feature event, edging out Blake Hawn of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, who claimed second. Rounding out the top three was Sam Hafertepe Jr. of Sunnyvale, Texas.&nbsp;In IMCA Stock Car action, it was Mike Petersillie of Hoisington, Kansas who took the checkered flag, with Hutchinson locals Scott Miller and Tanner Thiel finishing second and third respectively.&nbsp;In Super Stock action&nbsp; Wichita's J.D. Eveland takes top honors, followed closely by Chris Eveland of Hutchinson. Jerrod Reimer, also of Hutchinson, secured a strong third-place finish.&nbsp;Friday’s races delivered high-octane entertainment from start to finish, and fans can already look forward to the next round of racing scheduled for Friday, June 20. That night’s lineup will feature IMCA Stock Car, IMCA Modified, IMCA Hobby Stock, IMCA Northern SportMod, and the return of the United Rebel Late Model Series.&nbsp;Schedule for June 20:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Pits Open: 3:00 PM&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Gates Open: 5:00 PM&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Hot Laps: 6:30 PM&nbsp;</li>
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 <li>Racing Starts: 7:00 PM&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>Fans are encouraged to arrive early for prime seating.&nbsp;

🏁 Blurton, Petersillie, Eveland winners at Friday night races 

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — James Taussig hit a three-run homer and Norris McClure added a solo shot to back a strong start by Zach Royse and No. 2 seed UTSA beat third-seeded Kansas State 10-2 in the nightcap of the Austin Regional on Friday.

UTSA (45-13) will play No. 1 seed Texas on Saturday. Kansas State (31-25) will play an elimination game against No. 4 seed Houston Christian to start the day.

Andrew Stucky had an RBI single in the first inning and McClure homered in the third for a 2-0 lead off Wildcats starter Jacob Frost (1-5).

Taussig homered off Ty Ruhl with two outs in the sixth for a 6-1 lead. Ruhl retired the first batter he faced after replacing Frost before Taussig hit the first pitch he saw out to center field. He finished 2 for 4 and scored twice.

Ty Hodge and Lorenzo Morresi had RBI base hits in a four-run seventh.

Royse (9-4) allowed one run on three hits and three walks in 5 1/3 innings. Christian Okerholm pitched 1 2/3 scoreless innings to close it out.

Nick English had a pinch-hit solo homer in the seventh for the Wildcats off reliever Robert Orloski.

Frost gave up five runs in 5 1/3 innings on five hits and four walks. Ruhl was tagged for four runs in an inning.

Kansas State has played in six NCAA Tournaments — including last season — but never advanced to the College World Series.

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 </figure>AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — James Taussig hit a three-run homer and Norris McClure added a solo shot to back a strong start by Zach Royse and No. 2 seed UTSA beat third-seeded Kansas State 10-2 in the nightcap of the Austin Regional on Friday.UTSA (45-13) will play No. 1 seed Texas on Saturday. Kansas State (31-25) will play an elimination game against No. 4 seed Houston Christian to start the day.Andrew Stucky had an RBI single in the first inning and McClure homered in the third for a 2-0 lead off Wildcats starter Jacob Frost (1-5).Taussig homered off Ty Ruhl with two outs in the sixth for a 6-1 lead. Ruhl retired the first batter he faced after replacing Frost before Taussig hit the first pitch he saw out to center field. He finished 2 for 4 and scored twice.Ty Hodge and Lorenzo Morresi had RBI base hits in a four-run seventh.Royse (9-4) allowed one run on three hits and three walks in 5 1/3 innings. Christian Okerholm pitched 1 2/3 scoreless innings to close it out.Nick English had a pinch-hit solo homer in the seventh for the Wildcats off reliever Robert Orloski.Frost gave up five runs in 5 1/3 innings on five hits and four walks. Ruhl was tagged for four runs in an inning.Kansas State has played in six NCAA Tournaments — including last season — but never advanced to the College World Series.

⚾ UTSA dominates K-State in Austin Regional opener

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Nolan Sailors drove in four runs and fell a single shy of hitting for the cycle as No. 3 seed Creighton rolled to an 11-4 victory over second-seeded Kansas in the nightcap of the Fayetteville Regional on Friday.

Creighton (42-14) will play No. 1 seed Arkansas on Saturday. Kansas (43-16) plays an elimination game against No. 4 seed North Dakota State to begin the day.

Sailors had a two-run double in the middle of a seven-run sixth inning to help the Bluejays pull away from a 3-3 tie. He drew a bases-loaded walk when Creighton scored twice in the third to grab a 3-2 lead. He hit a two-out solo homer in the seventh for Creighton’s final run. Sailors tripled leading off the fifth but was stranded.

Creighton’s top three batters in the order — Tate Gillen, Matt Scherrman and Sailors — had three hits apiece and combined to go 9 for 15 with six RBIs and five runs scored.

Ian Koosman (9-4) allowed one run on two hits in four innings of relief to get the win. Dominic Cancellieri started and allowed three runs on four hits in four innings.

Dominic Voegele (7-5) surrendered seven runs on nine hits in 5 1/3 innings in the loss.

Kansas is playing in the NCAA Tournament for the sixth time and first since 2014. The Jayhawks first appearance came in 1993 when they advanced to their only College World Series.

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 </figure>FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Nolan Sailors drove in four runs and fell a single shy of hitting for the cycle as No. 3 seed Creighton rolled to an 11-4 victory over second-seeded Kansas in the nightcap of the Fayetteville Regional on Friday.Creighton (42-14) will play No. 1 seed Arkansas on Saturday. Kansas (43-16) plays an elimination game against No. 4 seed North Dakota State to begin the day.Sailors had a two-run double in the middle of a seven-run sixth inning to help the Bluejays pull away from a 3-3 tie. He drew a bases-loaded walk when Creighton scored twice in the third to grab a 3-2 lead. He hit a two-out solo homer in the seventh for Creighton’s final run. Sailors tripled leading off the fifth but was stranded.Creighton’s top three batters in the order — Tate Gillen, Matt Scherrman and Sailors — had three hits apiece and combined to go 9 for 15 with six RBIs and five runs scored.Ian Koosman (9-4) allowed one run on two hits in four innings of relief to get the win. Dominic Cancellieri started and allowed three runs on four hits in four innings.Dominic Voegele (7-5) surrendered seven runs on nine hits in 5 1/3 innings in the loss.Kansas is playing in the NCAA Tournament for the sixth time and first since 2014. The Jayhawks first appearance came in 1993 when they advanced to their only College World Series.

⚾ KU drops Fayetteville Regional opener to Creighton

<a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON </a>Hutch Post

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs opened the 2025 season with a 4-3 victory over the Newton Rebels on Friday night at Hobart-Detter Field in front of 485 spectators.

Drew Bugner gave the Monarchs an early spark with a solo home run to right field in the first inning. Jackson Legg added an RBI single in the third to make it 2-0.

Newton pulled even in the top of the fourth, scoring on a double by Raisean Dorsey and a groundout by Kasey Lowe. But Hutchinson quickly reclaimed the lead in the bottom half on a solo shot into the bullpen in left by Keegan Demmer.

Ethan Giesbrecht picked up the win for Hutchinson, allowing just one hit and two runs (one earned) over five innings while striking out eight and walking one. Mitchell Johnson earned the save, and Russell Copous added a scoreless inning of relief. The Monarchs pitching staff struck out 16 Rebels in the game.

Matt Newman started for Newton and went four innings, allowing three runs on five hits while striking out five. Brody Farthing took the loss in relief, issuing three walks and giving up one run in one-third of an inning.

Legg led the Monarchs at the plate, going 2-for-3, while Dylan Bell drew two of the team’s eight walks. JJ Spafford stole a pair of bases for Hutchinson.

Dorsey and Tyler Akers each had a hit for the Rebels, while Akers and Lakin Franz combined for four of the team’s seven stolen bases.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON </a>Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs opened the 2025 season with a 4-3 victory over the Newton Rebels on Friday night at Hobart-Detter Field in front of 485 spectators.Drew Bugner gave the Monarchs an early spark with a solo home run to right field in the first inning. Jackson Legg added an RBI single in the third to make it 2-0.Newton pulled even in the top of the fourth, scoring on a double by Raisean Dorsey and a groundout by Kasey Lowe. But Hutchinson quickly reclaimed the lead in the bottom half on a solo shot into the bullpen in left by Keegan Demmer.Ethan Giesbrecht picked up the win for Hutchinson, allowing just one hit and two runs (one earned) over five innings while striking out eight and walking one. Mitchell Johnson earned the save, and Russell Copous added a scoreless inning of relief. The Monarchs pitching staff struck out 16 Rebels in the game.Matt Newman started for Newton and went four innings, allowing three runs on five hits while striking out five. Brody Farthing took the loss in relief, issuing three walks and giving up one run in one-third of an inning.Legg led the Monarchs at the plate, going 2-for-3, while Dylan Bell drew two of the team’s eight walks. JJ Spafford stole a pair of bases for Hutchinson.Dorsey and Tyler Akers each had a hit for the Rebels, while Akers and Lakin Franz combined for four of the team’s seven stolen bases.&nbsp;

⚾ Monarchs open season with one-run win over Rebels

SALINA, Kan. — The No. 1 McPherson High School softball team capped a perfect season, defeating No. 2 Eudora, 4-1, in the Class 4A state championship game on Friday evening at Salina South High School.

The Bullpups finish the season 31-0, while the Cardinals end their year with a 27-2 mark.&nbsp;

Addison Chapman pitched a complete game, allowing just two hits and one run over seven innings, striking out seven and walking two.

The Bullpups took an early lead with a bases-loaded walk by Pera Bauer in the first inning. They added single runs in the second and third, the latter coming on a Rylie Whitfield RBI single to right, to build a 3-0 advantage.

Chapman also led McPherson at the plate, going 2-for-2 from the leadoff spot. Bauer and Whitfield each drove in a run, and McPherson played error-free defense, with Haely Hagemann recording a team-high seven chances.

Eudora starter Sam Claire struck out 10 while giving up seven hits and four runs across six innings. Claire also drove in the Cardinals’ lone run and had one of their two hits, joined by Reese Pattison. Eudora also played clean defensively, with Pattison leading the team with 11 chances.

PRATT, Kan. — No. 2 Inman couldn’t overcome an early deficit and fell 8-1 to No. 5 Oskaloosa in the Class 2-1A state softball championship Friday at Green Sports Complex.

The Teutons end their historic season with a 24-2 record, while the Bears end their title season with a 25-5 record.

The Bears struck quickly, scoring twice in the top of the first on an RBI double by Keirstyn Mitchell and an RBI single from Harper Heston.

Inman starter Lyla Levin pitched all seven innings, allowing 11 hits and eight runs, six earned, while striking out six and walking four.

Oskaloosa’s Lily Pullen was dominant in the circle, giving up just three hits and one run over seven innings. She struck out 13 and walked one.

Leadoff hitter Maddi Parsons paced Inman with two of the team’s three hits.

Mitchell led Oskaloosa at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBIs. Mayzie Peak and Parris Marsh also had multiple hits.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch Post<h2>Class 4A — McPherson 4, Eudora 1</h2>SALINA, Kan. — The No. 1 McPherson High School softball team capped a perfect season, defeating No. 2 Eudora, 4-1, in the Class 4A state championship game on Friday evening at Salina South High School.The Bullpups finish the season 31-0, while the Cardinals end their year with a 27-2 mark.&nbsp;Addison Chapman pitched a complete game, allowing just two hits and one run over seven innings, striking out seven and walking two.The Bullpups took an early lead with a bases-loaded walk by Pera Bauer in the first inning. They added single runs in the second and third, the latter coming on a Rylie Whitfield RBI single to right, to build a 3-0 advantage.Chapman also led McPherson at the plate, going 2-for-2 from the leadoff spot. Bauer and Whitfield each drove in a run, and McPherson played error-free defense, with Haely Hagemann recording a team-high seven chances.Eudora starter Sam Claire struck out 10 while giving up seven hits and four runs across six innings. Claire also drove in the Cardinals’ lone run and had one of their two hits, joined by Reese Pattison. Eudora also played clean defensively, with Pattison leading the team with 11 chances.<h2>Class 2-1A — Oskaloosa 8, Inman 1</h2>PRATT, Kan. — No. 2 Inman couldn’t overcome an early deficit and fell 8-1 to No. 5 Oskaloosa in the Class 2-1A state softball championship Friday at Green Sports Complex.The Teutons end their historic season with a 24-2 record, while the Bears end their title season with a 25-5 record.The Bears struck quickly, scoring twice in the top of the first on an RBI double by Keirstyn Mitchell and an RBI single from Harper Heston.Inman starter Lyla Levin pitched all seven innings, allowing 11 hits and eight runs, six earned, while striking out six and walking four.Oskaloosa’s Lily Pullen was dominant in the circle, giving up just three hits and one run over seven innings. She struck out 13 and walked one.Leadoff hitter Maddi Parsons paced Inman with two of the team’s three hits.Mitchell led Oskaloosa at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBIs. Mayzie Peak and Parris Marsh also had multiple hits.&nbsp;

🥎 McPherson captures 4A crown with perfect season; Inman falls short in 2-1A title game

SALINA, Kan. — Strong pitching was on display Friday, but Rock Creek came through with timely hits late to defeat McPherson 3-1 in eight innings in the Class 4A state baseball semifinals.

The Bullpups fall to 26-4 and will face Paola in the third place game.

McPherson broke a scoreless tie in the bottom of the sixth when Brock Richardson delivered an RBI single to plate the game's first run.

Rock Creek answered in the top of the seventh, tying the game on a fielder’s choice by Noah Valburg. The Mustangs then took the lead for good in the top of the eighth, scoring twice on a Donavan Debita RBI single and a sacrifice bunt by Valburg.

Ryker Zoeller earned the win for Rock Creek, tossing a complete game. He allowed just three hits and one unearned run over eight innings, striking out six and walking three.

Logan Beede took the loss for McPherson in relief. Starter Carter Allen was strong on the mound, giving up one run on three hits over 6 2/3 innings with four strikeouts.

Richardson went 2-for-3 to lead the Bullpups at the plate. Debita also had two hits for the Mustangs, while Valburg drove in two runs from the seven spot in the lineup.

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 </figure>SEAN BOSTON Hutch PostSALINA, Kan. — Strong pitching was on display Friday, but Rock Creek came through with timely hits late to defeat McPherson 3-1 in eight innings in the Class 4A state baseball semifinals.The Bullpups fall to 26-4 and will face Paola in the third place game.McPherson broke a scoreless tie in the bottom of the sixth when Brock Richardson delivered an RBI single to plate the game's first run.Rock Creek answered in the top of the seventh, tying the game on a fielder’s choice by Noah Valburg. The Mustangs then took the lead for good in the top of the eighth, scoring twice on a Donavan Debita RBI single and a sacrifice bunt by Valburg.Ryker Zoeller earned the win for Rock Creek, tossing a complete game. He allowed just three hits and one unearned run over eight innings, striking out six and walking three.Logan Beede took the loss for McPherson in relief. Starter Carter Allen was strong on the mound, giving up one run on three hits over 6 2/3 innings with four strikeouts.Richardson went 2-for-3 to lead the Bullpups at the plate. Debita also had two hits for the Mustangs, while Valburg drove in two runs from the seven spot in the lineup.

⚾ McPherson falls in 4A semifinal

The McPherson and Inman softball teams will each play for their first-ever state championships after winning semifinal matchups earlier Friday afternoon.

McPherson advanced to the Class 4A title game in Salina, while Inman secured a spot in the Class 2-1A final in Pratt. Both championship games are scheduled to begin at 5 p.m.

SALINA, Kan. — No. 1 McPherson punched it's ticket into the Class 4A state title game with a dominant 7-0 shutout of No. 4 Clearwater on Friday at Salina South High School.

The Bullpups are now 30-0 after the victory, while the Indians fall to 25-5.

Addison Chapman tossed a complete-game three-hitter, striking out eight and walking just one.&nbsp;

Addie Herrera put the Bullpups on the board in the first inning with an RBI double. McPherson added another run in the second when Chapman helped her own cause with a run-scoring single down the left-field line.

Herrera finished 2-for-3 with three RBIs to lead McPherson at the plate. Chapman, Kynedi Huggard and Haely Hagemann also collected two hits each.

Clearwater’s Trista Welty took the loss, allowing seven runs, six earned, on 11 hits over six innings. Makena Hampton went 2-for-3 to lead the Indians offensively.

The Bullpups will go for their first-ever state title in program history at 5 p.m. this evening when they play the winner of Eudora/Fort Scott.

Clearwater - 000 000 0 - 0 3 1 McPherson - 210 031 x - 7 11 0 W: Chapman. L: Welty.&nbsp;

PRATT, Kan. — Inman punched its ticket to the Class 2-1A state softball championship in dramatic fashion Friday, walking off Bluestem 2-1 in the bottom of the 10th inning at the Green Sports Complex.

This is the second extra inning walk-off victory for the Teutons in the last 24 hours.

The game was tied at 1 when a Bluestem error allowed the winning run to score, sending the Teutons to their first-ever state title game.

Both teams showcased dominant pitching. Inman’s Lyla Levin went the distance, striking out nine and walking none while allowing one run on eight hits across 10 innings. Bluestem’s Pilar Cox was equally impressive, fanning 16 over nine innings and surrendering just two runs, one earned, on seven hits and three walks.

Bluestem took an early 1-0 lead in the first inning when Jewel Carlton delivered an RBI single. Inman answered in the fourth, as Levin singled up the middle to drive in the tying run.

Levin, Maddi Parsons and Taylor Froese each tallied two hits for Inman, with Levin also recording an RBI and a 2-for-4 day at the plate. Inman swiped four bases in the win.

Lilly Husman led Bluestem with a 3-for-5 performance from the leadoff spot, while Carlton went 2-for-4 with the team’s lone RBI.

The Teutons will play in the title game at 5 p.m. against No. 5 Oskaloosa.&nbsp;

Leon-Bluestem - 100 000 000 0 - 1 8 2 Inman - 000 100 000 1 - 2 7 2 W: Levin. L: Cox.

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 </figure>SEAN BOSTON Hutch PostThe McPherson and Inman softball teams will each play for their first-ever state championships after winning semifinal matchups earlier Friday afternoon.McPherson advanced to the Class 4A title game in Salina, while Inman secured a spot in the Class 2-1A final in Pratt. Both championship games are scheduled to begin at 5 p.m.<h2>Class 4A — McPherson 7, Clearwater 0</h2>SALINA, Kan. — No. 1 McPherson punched it's ticket into the Class 4A state title game with a dominant 7-0 shutout of No. 4 Clearwater on Friday at Salina South High School.The Bullpups are now 30-0 after the victory, while the Indians fall to 25-5.Addison Chapman tossed a complete-game three-hitter, striking out eight and walking just one.&nbsp;Addie Herrera put the Bullpups on the board in the first inning with an RBI double. McPherson added another run in the second when Chapman helped her own cause with a run-scoring single down the left-field line.Herrera finished 2-for-3 with three RBIs to lead McPherson at the plate. Chapman, Kynedi Huggard and Haely Hagemann also collected two hits each.Clearwater’s Trista Welty took the loss, allowing seven runs, six earned, on 11 hits over six innings. Makena Hampton went 2-for-3 to lead the Indians offensively.The Bullpups will go for their first-ever state title in program history at 5 p.m. this evening when they play the winner of Eudora/Fort Scott.Clearwater - 000 000 0 - 0 3 1 McPherson - 210 031 x - 7 11 0 W: Chapman. L: Welty.&nbsp;<h2>Class 2-1A — Inman 2, Leon-Bluestem 1</h2>PRATT, Kan. — Inman punched its ticket to the Class 2-1A state softball championship in dramatic fashion Friday, walking off Bluestem 2-1 in the bottom of the 10th inning at the Green Sports Complex.This is the second extra inning walk-off victory for the Teutons in the last 24 hours.The game was tied at 1 when a Bluestem error allowed the winning run to score, sending the Teutons to their first-ever state title game.Both teams showcased dominant pitching. Inman’s Lyla Levin went the distance, striking out nine and walking none while allowing one run on eight hits across 10 innings. Bluestem’s Pilar Cox was equally impressive, fanning 16 over nine innings and surrendering just two runs, one earned, on seven hits and three walks.Bluestem took an early 1-0 lead in the first inning when Jewel Carlton delivered an RBI single. Inman answered in the fourth, as Levin singled up the middle to drive in the tying run.Levin, Maddi Parsons and Taylor Froese each tallied two hits for Inman, with Levin also recording an RBI and a 2-for-4 day at the plate. Inman swiped four bases in the win.Lilly Husman led Bluestem with a 3-for-5 performance from the leadoff spot, while Carlton went 2-for-4 with the team’s lone RBI.The Teutons will play in the title game at 5 p.m. against No. 5 Oskaloosa.&nbsp;Leon-Bluestem - 100 000 000 0 - 1 8 2 Inman - 000 100 000 1 - 2 7 2 W: Levin. L: Cox.

🥎 McPherson cruises in 4A semifinal; Inman walks off into 2-1A title game

MANHATTAN, Kan. — No. 5 Hesston pulled off a dramatic comeback on Friday at Tointon Family Stadium, erasing a six-run deficit and walking off No. 8 Sabetha 7-6 in the Class 3A state baseball semifinals.

The win comes a day after the Swathers picked up their first-ever state tournament victory. They improve to 18-6 on the season, while the Bluejays fall to 17-13 and will play for 3rd Place this afternoon.

Andrew Huxman delivered the game-winning hit with a single down the left field line in the bottom of the seventh inning, scoring the decisive run after Hesston rallied from a 6-0 hole.

Sabetha jumped in front early, scoring one run on an error in the first and five more in the second on a string of hits, including a double by Jayton Meyer and a single by Reid Mitchell.

Hesston chipped away at the lead before completing the comeback in the seventh. Tanner McAllister tied the game and Huxman followed with the walk-off hit to send the Swathers to the championship.

Tim Rhodes earned the win in relief, tossing three hitless innings with four strikeouts and three walks. Huxman started the game on the mound, allowing three hits and six runs, four earned, over two innings.

McAllister led the way for the Hesston offense, going 3-for-4 with two RBIs. Keagan Shelite added two hits, and Jacob Burkholder stole a pair of bases.

Sabetha starter Isaac Hartter allowed seven runs (five earned) over six and one-third innings, striking out four. Mitchell went 2-for-4 to lead the Bluejays, while Meyer drove in two runs.

The Swathers will play at 5 p.m. in the title game against No. 3 Wichita-Trinity Academy.

Sabetha - 240 000 0 - 6 3 2 Hesston - 001 400 2 - 7 9 2 W: Rhodes. L: Hartter.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch Post<h2>Class 3A — Hesston 7, Sabetha 6</h2>MANHATTAN, Kan. — No. 5 Hesston pulled off a dramatic comeback on Friday at Tointon Family Stadium, erasing a six-run deficit and walking off No. 8 Sabetha 7-6 in the Class 3A state baseball semifinals.The win comes a day after the Swathers picked up their first-ever state tournament victory. They improve to 18-6 on the season, while the Bluejays fall to 17-13 and will play for 3rd Place this afternoon.Andrew Huxman delivered the game-winning hit with a single down the left field line in the bottom of the seventh inning, scoring the decisive run after Hesston rallied from a 6-0 hole.Sabetha jumped in front early, scoring one run on an error in the first and five more in the second on a string of hits, including a double by Jayton Meyer and a single by Reid Mitchell.Hesston chipped away at the lead before completing the comeback in the seventh. Tanner McAllister tied the game and Huxman followed with the walk-off hit to send the Swathers to the championship.Tim Rhodes earned the win in relief, tossing three hitless innings with four strikeouts and three walks. Huxman started the game on the mound, allowing three hits and six runs, four earned, over two innings.McAllister led the way for the Hesston offense, going 3-for-4 with two RBIs. Keagan Shelite added two hits, and Jacob Burkholder stole a pair of bases.Sabetha starter Isaac Hartter allowed seven runs (five earned) over six and one-third innings, striking out four. Mitchell went 2-for-4 to lead the Bluejays, while Meyer drove in two runs.The Swathers will play at 5 p.m. in the title game against No. 3 Wichita-Trinity Academy.Sabetha - 240 000 0 - 6 3 2 Hesston - 001 400 2 - 7 9 2 W: Rhodes. L: Hartter.&nbsp;

⚾ Swathers erase 6-run deficit to advance to 3A state title game

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🎧⚾🥎 Area teams advance to state semifinals; 👟 state track & field is underway; ⚾ Monarchs open tonight

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (0-0) will host the the Newton Rebels (0-0) at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park tonight with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m.

The Monarchs are slated for 19 home games with all of those games set to be video streamed on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8dc5bdf3-e9a7-4011-9b4a-2b453688d13f">hutchpost.com</a> as well as on the <a href="http://www.monarchslive.tv">monarchslive.tv</a> channel. Eagle Media's Sean Boston will have the play-by-play call tonight with Matt Peterson providing the video stream..&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs (0-0) will host the the Newton Rebels (0-0) at Hobart-Detter Field in Carey Park tonight with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m.The Monarchs are slated for 19 home games with all of those games set to be video streamed on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/8dc5bdf3-e9a7-4011-9b4a-2b453688d13f">hutchpost.com</a> as well as on the <a href="http://www.monarchslive.tv">monarchslive.tv</a> channel. Eagle Media's Sean Boston will have the play-by-play call tonight with Matt Peterson providing the video stream..&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2446343?autoplay=1" width="640" height="360" allow="fullscreen;" style="border:0;overflow:hidden;"></iframe></div>

🎥⚾ WATCH LIVE: Hutch Monarchs open season at home against Newton Rebels 

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A total of 120 Hutch Post-area student-athletes are set to compete in the KSHSAA State Track and Field Championships on Friday and Saturday at Cessna Stadium on the Wichita State University campus.

The group includes 64 boys and 56 girls qualifiers from across the area.

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 </figure><a href="https://ks.milesplit.com/meets/659165-kshsaa-state-championship-2025/results">CLICK HERE FOR LIVE RESULTS&nbsp;</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/ae8862f4-ae5a-4e30-b96c-8d1f11a9b281">AREA BOYS QUALIFIERS</a>&nbsp; | <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/a0a1f377-bd47-4585-939e-82df73390494">AREA GIRLS QUALIFIERS</a>&nbsp;| <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/Track/PDF/StateSchedule.pdf?992">MEET SCHEDULE</a>A total of 120 Hutch Post-area student-athletes are set to compete in the KSHSAA State Track and Field Championships on Friday and Saturday at Cessna Stadium on the Wichita State University campus.The group includes 64 boys and 56 girls qualifiers from across the area.

👟 120 Hutch Post-area student-athletes take on state meet Friday and Saturday

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 FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. &ndash;&nbsp;No. 23 Kansas baseball will play in the Fayetteville Regional this weekend, its first NCAA Regional since 2014 and only the sixth in school history. The Jayhawks will play their first game on Friday at 7 p.m. CT against Creighton on ESPN+ at Baum-Walker Stadium. The regional is a double-elimination format. &nbsp; "We have had an awesome season in so many ways," head coach&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/dan-fitzgerald/871" rel="smarttag" rev="871">Dan Fitzgerald</a></dfn>&nbsp;said. "It's really the culmination of three years of a lot of blood, sweat and tears getting to this point. We have an administration that has given us incredible support. My coaching staff has worked tirelessly, and then obviously 99.9 percent of it goes to the players and how they have worked. Really special team in terms of their togetherness, how much they love playing and couldn't be more excited to be at this regional and get after it tomorrow." &nbsp; Kansas (43-15, 20-10 Big 12) had its most regular season wins in school history and the 20 conference wins also established a new program record. Kansas is the only team in the country with at least 43 overall wins, 20 conference wins and 20 true road wins. &nbsp; The Jayhawks are tied for the second most wins of any power conference team in the nation. The 43 wins this season are also tied for the second most in school history and the most under Fitzgerald. Kansas ranks 16th in the nation with a .741 winning percentage. &nbsp; KU is one of two power conference teams in the country ranked in the top 11 nationally in both walks and home runs. The 363 walks drawn by the Jayhawks are third most nationally and the 100 home runs are tied for 11th in the country. On the mound, the Kansas pitching staff has tossed seven shutouts, which is tied for fourth in the nation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Kansas has won 23 games away from Lawrence this season, tying a school record set in 2014. The Jayhawks are one of seven Division I programs with at least 20 road wins this year, including one of only two power conference teams with at least 20 road wins. Heading into the regional on the road this week, KU is ranked No. 23 by USA Today and No. 25 by D1Baseball. &nbsp; Creighton (41-14) won the BIG EAST regular season and tournament championships, which included a 17-4 mark in BIG EAST play. The Bluejays enter the regional this weekend having won seven consecutive games. Creighton has a .285 batting average as a team and has posted a 4.00 ERA as a pitching staff. Dominic Cancellieri, who is 2-1 with a 1.94 ERA this season, will start for Creighton on Friday night. &nbsp; HOW TO FOLLOW ALONG Friday's game will be broadcast on ESPN+, with Kevin Fitzgerald (play-by-play) and Bobby Moranda (analyst) on the call. Fans can also listen to the games on KLWN (101.7 FM/1320 AM) and the Jayhawk Sports Network on KUAthletics.com and the Kansas Jayhawks app, with&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/staff-directory/brian-hanni/266" rel="smarttag" rev="266">Brian Hanni</a></dfn>&nbsp;and Sean Kellerman calling the action. &nbsp; Live statistics can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncaa.com/brackets/baseball/d1/2025/regionals/116">here</a>, while live updates will also be provided on the team's official X page&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/KUBaseball">@KUBaseball</a>. &nbsp; BIG 12 COACH OF THE YEAR <dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/dan-fitzgerald/871" rel="smarttag" rev="871">Dan Fitzgerald</a></dfn>&nbsp;was named Big 12 Coach of the Year on May 20. The honor for Fitzgerald marked the first Big 12 Coach of the Year in program history. &nbsp; Fitzgerald, in only his third season at Kansas, directed the program to its greatest regular season in school history. After inheriting a program that finished in last place in the Big 12, Fitzgerald and his staff have brought Kansas into the national spotlight. &nbsp; Fitzgerald is only the second Kansas coach ever to win a coach of the year award, with Dave Bingham winning Big Eight and ABCA District Coach of the Year in 1993. Bingham led the Jayhawks to the College World Series that season. &nbsp; ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM Kansas first baseman&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/brady-ballinger/16147" rel="smarttag" rev="16147">Brady Ballinger</a></dfn>&nbsp;was selected to the Big 12 Championship All-Tournament Team. Ballinger was a key part of the Jayhawks advancing to the Big 12 Championship semifinals for a second consecutive year, with a 2-for-4 performance that included a double, game-tying three-run homer, four RBIs, one walk and one run scored. He finished the tournament with a 1.301 OPS. &nbsp; He is the 11th Jayhawk in program history to be named to the Big 12 Championship All-Tournament Team, and the first since 2021. &nbsp; Ballinger, a semifinalist for the Dick Howser Trophy and All-Big 12 First Team selection, is first in the Big 12 in walks (tied for ninth nationally), runs (tied for 26th nationally) and doubles (tied for 30th nationally), second in on-base percentage (22nd nationally), total bases, slugging percentage, fourth in hits, tied for fourth in home runs, sixth in batting average and tied for seventh in RBI. &nbsp; His 70 runs are second most in school history, his 56 walks are tied for second most in school history and 16 homers are tied for fourth most in program history SERIES HISTORY Kansas and Creighton have played on 43 occasions all-time, with the Bluejays holding a 25-18 edge in the series. Despite the advantage in the series, Kansas has won each of the last six meetings between the two teams. All six of those matchups have happened in Lawrence and the most recent time the teams played was March 29, 2023, when Kansas won 3-1. &nbsp; UP NEXT Kansas will play on Saturday at either 2 p.m. CT or 8 p.m. CT at Baum-Walker Stadium against the winner or loser of the Arkansas-North Dakota State game. The Jayhawks would play the winner of that game with a victory and the loser with a defeat.</div>

⚾ No. 23 KU opens NCAA Tournament play in Fayetteville Friday

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⚾ K-State opens play at Austin Regional Friday

Both the McPherson Bullpups and Hesston Swathers advanced to their respective state semifinals with quarterfinal victories Thursday.

SALINA, Kan. — Ian Razak tossed a complete game and helped his own cause at the plate as No. 1 McPherson edged No. 8 Tonganoxie 3-1 in Thursday’s Class 4A state quarterfinal at Dean Evans Stadium.

The win moved the Bullpups into Friday's semifinal with a 26-3 record, while the Chieftains end their season with a 16-12 mark.

Razak allowed just five hits and an unearned run over seven innings, striking out seven and walking two. He also drove in the Bullpups’ first run with an RBI single in the bottom of the first.

Tonganoxie tied the game in the third, capitalizing on a McPherson error to score its lone run.

The Bullpups reclaimed the lead in the fifth. Brody Seidl delivered an RBI single, and Carter Allen followed with a sacrifice bunt to bring home another run, giving McPherson a 3-1 advantage it would not relinquish.

Seidl, Razak, Cade Strathman and Cowen Huggard each recorded a hit. Seidl, Razak and Allen each had an RBI, and Seidl added two stolen bases.

Tonganoxie’s Everett Holland led all hitters, going 2-for-3.

Merek Davenport was charged with the loss for Tonganoxie. He went six innings, allowing four hits and three runs while striking out four and walking three.

The Bullpups will face No. 5 St. George-Rock Creek on Friday at 1:15 p.m. in the semifinals.

Tonganoxie - 001 000 0 - 1 5 2 McPherson - 100 020 x - 3 4 3 W: Razak. L: Davenport.

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Blayne Wilson went 4-for-5 at the plate, helping lead No. 5 Hesston to its first-ever win at the state tournament with an 11-6 victory over No. 4 Silver Lake in the Class 3A quarterfinals Thursday at Tointon Family Stadium.

Hesston improves their record to 17-6 on the season, while Silver Lake ends their season 21-8.

Wilson singled in the third, fourth, fifth and seventh innings to pace the Swathers’ 14-hit attack.

Hesston broke through in the top of the third with three consecutive singles, including a two-run base hit from Keagan Shelite to open the scoring.

Silver Lake responded with a six-run fifth inning on just three hits. Trent Harris and Dysen Schooler each drove in two runs on groundouts, while Landon Miller and Drew Womack added RBI singles.

Brody Curran earned the win for the Swathers, allowing three hits and six runs over five innings with five strikeouts and five walks. Tanner McAllister and Andrew Huxman each pitched a scoreless inning in relief to close it out.

Shelite finished 2-for-5 with three RBIs, while Landen Meyer and McAllister added multiple hits.&nbsp;

Silver Lake was limited to four hits, one each by Miller, Cathcart, Johnson and Womack. The Eagles showed discipline at the plate with six walks, including two from Cathcart.

The Swathers will face No. 8 Sabetha on Friday at 11 a.m. The Bluejays defeated top-seed Jefferson West, 2-0 on Thursday.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch PostBoth the McPherson Bullpups and Hesston Swathers advanced to their respective state semifinals with quarterfinal victories Thursday.<h2>Class 4A — McPherson 3, Tonganoxie 1</h2>SALINA, Kan. — Ian Razak tossed a complete game and helped his own cause at the plate as No. 1 McPherson edged No. 8 Tonganoxie 3-1 in Thursday’s Class 4A state quarterfinal at Dean Evans Stadium.The win moved the Bullpups into Friday's semifinal with a 26-3 record, while the Chieftains end their season with a 16-12 mark.Razak allowed just five hits and an unearned run over seven innings, striking out seven and walking two. He also drove in the Bullpups’ first run with an RBI single in the bottom of the first.Tonganoxie tied the game in the third, capitalizing on a McPherson error to score its lone run.The Bullpups reclaimed the lead in the fifth. Brody Seidl delivered an RBI single, and Carter Allen followed with a sacrifice bunt to bring home another run, giving McPherson a 3-1 advantage it would not relinquish.Seidl, Razak, Cade Strathman and Cowen Huggard each recorded a hit. Seidl, Razak and Allen each had an RBI, and Seidl added two stolen bases.Tonganoxie’s Everett Holland led all hitters, going 2-for-3.Merek Davenport was charged with the loss for Tonganoxie. He went six innings, allowing four hits and three runs while striking out four and walking three.The Bullpups will face No. 5 St. George-Rock Creek on Friday at 1:15 p.m. in the semifinals.Tonganoxie - 001 000 0 - 1 5 2 McPherson - 100 020 x - 3 4 3 W: Razak. L: Davenport.<h2>Class 3A — Hesston 11, Silver Lake 6</h2>MANHATTAN, Kan. — Blayne Wilson went 4-for-5 at the plate, helping lead No. 5 Hesston to its first-ever win at the state tournament with an 11-6 victory over No. 4 Silver Lake in the Class 3A quarterfinals Thursday at Tointon Family Stadium.Hesston improves their record to 17-6 on the season, while Silver Lake ends their season 21-8.Wilson singled in the third, fourth, fifth and seventh innings to pace the Swathers’ 14-hit attack.Hesston broke through in the top of the third with three consecutive singles, including a two-run base hit from Keagan Shelite to open the scoring.Silver Lake responded with a six-run fifth inning on just three hits. Trent Harris and Dysen Schooler each drove in two runs on groundouts, while Landon Miller and Drew Womack added RBI singles.Brody Curran earned the win for the Swathers, allowing three hits and six runs over five innings with five strikeouts and five walks. Tanner McAllister and Andrew Huxman each pitched a scoreless inning in relief to close it out.Shelite finished 2-for-5 with three RBIs, while Landen Meyer and McAllister added multiple hits.&nbsp;Silver Lake was limited to four hits, one each by Miller, Cathcart, Johnson and Womack. The Eagles showed discipline at the plate with six walks, including two from Cathcart.The Swathers will face No. 8 Sabetha on Friday at 11 a.m. The Bluejays defeated top-seed Jefferson West, 2-0 on Thursday.&nbsp;Hesston - 005 230 1 - 11 14 0 Silver Lake - 000 060 0 - 6 4 2 W: Curran. L: Cathcart.