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🎧 LISTEN: 🏀 Hutch High girls in sub-state championship; 🏀 Other area teams in title games

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Coming off their best-ever performances in the Region 6 Indoor championships two weeks ago, the Hutchinson Community College men's and women's track and field teams now take aim at the 2025 NJCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, which begin Friday at Texas Tech University.
The 2025 Region 6 champion Blue Dragon men have 10 athletes competing in 18 individual events beginning on Friday. The Blue Dragon women, who finished third at the Region 6 championship have nine athletes competing in 14 different events.
BLUE DRAGON TRACK AND FIELD NJCAA Indoor National Championships &ndash; Day 1 When: Friday, March 7, 2025 Where: Texas Tech Sports Performance Center, Lubbock, TX Times: Multi-events &ndash; 9 a.m.; Field events &ndash; 1 p.m.; Running Events &ndash; 1:30 p.m. Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.njcaa.org/network/championships/ind-tf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NJCAA Network (all day &ndash; PPV)</a> Live Results:&nbsp;T<a href="https://live.pttiming.com/?mid=7609" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TU Sports Information</a> <a href="https://www.njcaa.org/sports/mtrack/mtrack-ind/2024-25/national_championship/schedule" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK FOR MEET SCHEDULE</a>
The Blue Dragon distance runners will see plenty of action over the two-day run of the indoor championships at the Texas Tech Sports Performance Center.
Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/mangelson_farrin_7y5g">Farrin Mangelson</a>&nbsp;is scheduled to compete in three events &ndash; the Mile run, 3,000-meter and 5,000 meters. Mangelson is the Blue Dragon indoor record holder in the 3,000 (8:19.75) and 5,000 (14:35.35) and is 10th in Dragon history in the indoor Mile (4:19.62). Mangelson qualified in the 3,000 and 5,000 meters and received a while-card invitation in the Mile.
The women will be led by sophomore Jordyn Picolet, who will compete in three events &ndash; 3,000 meters, 5,000 meters and Mile run). Like Mangelson, Picolet owns Blue Dragon indoor school records in the 3,000 (10:19.29) and 5,000 (18:06.64).
Here are all the Blue Dragon 2025 Indoor national qualifiers, including national ranking and qualifying marks:
Men <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/kiprotich_titus_hgfs">Titus Kiprotich</a> 18. 5,000 Meters &ndash; 14:37.76 22. 3,000 Meters &ndash; 8:22.46 25. Mile run &ndash; 4:10.64
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/kogo_cornelius_hf87">Cornelius Kogo</a> 34. 3000 Meters &ndash; 8:28.14 Mile Run- No time (white card entry)
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/legrand_leo_gfpl">Leo LeGrand</a> 19. 800 Meters &ndash; 1:53.06 18. 1,000 Meters &ndash; 2:27.85
De'Shawn Lester 18. 600 Meters &ndash; 1:19.73
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/makalo_kebba_vl76">Kebba Makalo</a> 21. 60 Meters &ndash; 6.77 27. 200 Meters &ndash; 21.54
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/mangelson_farrin_7y5g">Farrin Mangelson</a> 18. 3,000 Meters &ndash; 8:19.75 16. 5,000 Meters &ndash; 14:35.35 Mile Run &ndash; No time (white card entry)
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/parkinson_malique_53uy">Malique Parkinson</a> 16. Triple Jump &ndash; 47-7 3/4
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/spencer_jayce_3o70">Jayce Spencer</a> 14. Pole vault &ndash; 14-4 1/2
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/warren_d-antonio_9loc">D'Antonio Warren</a> 52. 200 Meters &ndash; 21.78
<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mtrack/2024-25/bios/williams_elisha_7e2c">Elisha Williams</a> 15. 600 Meters &ndash; 1:19.46 3. Long Jump &ndash; 25-0
WOMEN Laura Avila 68. Mile Run &ndash; 5:23.57 40. 5,000 Meters &ndash; 18:35.89
Grace Bender 16. Pole vault &ndash; 10-0
Abigail Grantham 28. 1,000 Meters &ndash; 3:07.09 45. Mile Run &ndash; 5:18028
Aiyanna Green 16. Shot Put &ndash; 41-1 12. Weight Throw &ndash; 49-3
Deisheline Mayer Scott 7. Shot put &ndash; 45-1 16. Weight Throw &ndash; 48-3 1/2
Alycia McCoy 15. Pole vault &ndash; 10-2 3/4
Janiel Monteque 8. Shot put &ndash; 44-2 1/2
Jordyn Picolet 29. 3,000 Meters &ndash; 10:19.29 26. 5,000 Meters &ndash; 18.06.64 Mile run &ndash; no time (white card entry)</div>

👟 Blue Dragons take 32 qualifiers to NJCAA indoor nationals

At beginning of tough stretch, Lakers show grit with overtime victory over Knicks

LOS ANGELES (AP) — It is fitting that in a town built on movies and television, JJ Redick likes to use a popular directing term to refer to different moments in his first season as coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. On Thursday night, the Lakers provided Redick with another memorable callback moment. Los Angeles began a stretch of five games against some of the top teams in the NBA with a 113-109 overtime victory over the New York Knicks. The Lakers have won eight straight and are second in the Western Conference at 40-21.

Knicks guard Jalen Brunson expected to miss time after suffering ankle injury in OT loss to Lakers

LOS ANGELES (AP) — New York star guard Jalen Brunson could miss an extended period of time after suffering an ankle injury during overtime in the Knicks' 113-109 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. Coach Tom Thibodeau said after the game that Brunson was still being examined by the medical staff. Brunson rolled his right ankle with 1:24 remaining in overtime after landing on the foot of Lakers guard Austin Reaves after being fouled on a drive to the basket. Brunson got help up from teammates and stayed in the game to make both free throws and tie it at 107. He then came out and went to the locker room.

After Curry's highlight heave in a 40-point game, Green says the 'NBA is lucky' to watch the showman

NEW YORK (AP) — Perhaps only Stephen Curry could describe his basket as the first half was ending as a "rhythm shot." Who else but the most accomplished outside shooter in history could be in rhythm when he's nearly 40 feet away and not even facing the basket? Curry threw in the turnaround heave from 38 feet with 0.3 seconds left in the second quarter while scoring 40 points in Golden State's 121-119 victory over Brooklyn on Thursday night. Longtime teammate Draymond Green said after the game he was thinking to himself that "the NBA is lucky, because this man is going into every arena and putting on a show."

Bengals All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson receives permission to seek a trade, AP sources say

Two people with knowledge of the move say All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson received permission from the Cincinnati Bengals to seek a trade. Hendrickson led the NFL in sacks this past season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to discuss personnel moves. ESPN first reported the move after receiving a statement from Hendrickson. Hendrickson had 17 1/2 sacks last season for the second straight year. His 57 sacks since joining the Bengals in 2021 are third-most in the league over the past four seasons.

Browns restructure Watson's contract to get under the salary cap, AP source says

Deshaun Watson's contract has been reworked again by the Cleveland Browns as the team looks to clear salary cap space with the new league year less than one week away. A person with knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press the latest restructuring of the quarterback's contract will clear nearly $36 million in cap space for the Browns. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team has not announced the move, which was first reported by ESPN. The Browns were nearly $22 million over the cap before restructuring Watson's deal. It is the second time in three months that Watson's contract was reworked.

Avalanche acquire Brock Nelson from the Islanders on the eve of the NHL trade deadline

The Colorado Avalanche made a big splash on the eve of the NHL trade deadline by getting center Brock Nelson from the New York Islanders. The move came hours after the Western Conference-rival Vegas Golden Knights reacquired winger Reilly Smith in a deal with the New York Rangers. Much of the action Thursday came in the East, where New Jersey added on defense with Brian Dumoulin, Florida got depth center Nico Sturm and the Rangers also bought by acquiring Carson Soucy from Vancouver.

Avalanche standout Cale Makar has 6-point game to break franchise record for defenseman

DENVER (AP) — The ever-modest Cale Makar did all he could to downplay his two-goal, four-assist night. It was a performance that just so happened to be the most productive scoring night by a defenseman in franchise history. Teammate Nathan MacKinnon made sure to put Makar's achievement in proper perspective as well as his entire season. MacKinnon said it's tough to find a better player in the league. Makar became the third defenseman in the last 30 years to notch six points in a game. He joins Kris Letang in 2023 and Sheldon Souray in 2004, according to NHL Stats.

US offers $10 million reward for fugitive snowboarder accused of running deadly drug ring

LOS ANGELES (AP) — There's a $10 million reward for information leading to the arrest of a former Olympic snowboarder for Canada who is wanted for running a multi-national drug trafficking network and planning multiple murders related to the drug ring. The FBI has added 43-year-old Ryan Wedding to its 10 Most Wanted list, while also announcing the State Department's $10 million offer. Wedding was charged last June with murder and drug crimes. Those charges were augmented in September in an indictment that alleged Wedding and others arranged the shipment of some 60 tons of cocaine a year. Wedding finished 24th in parallel giant slalom at the 2002 Olympics.

Outfielder Lawrence Butler agrees to $65.5 million, 7-year deal with A's, AP source says

A person with direct knowledge of the negotiations says outfielder Lawrence Butler has agreed to a $65.5 million, seven-year contract with the Athletics. The agreement, first reported by ESPN, includes a team option for 2032 and was subject to a successful physical, the person said, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract hasn't been completed. Butler, a 24-year-old who was a sixth-round pick in the 2018 amateur draft, hit .262 average, 22 home runs and 18 stolen bases last year.

Wyndham Clark handles a stressful test at Bay Hill to lead by 2

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Wyndham Clark has the lead at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after a brutal day of cold and wind at Bay Hill. Clark played in the afternoon and got a slight reprieve with calmer wind. But his 67 was still the highest score to lead at Bay Hill in eight years. He leads by two shots over a group that includes Shane Lowry and Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley. Rory McIlroy bogeyed his last hole for a 70. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler battled to a 71. Only 14 players in the 72-man field of this signature event managed to break par.

Here are the scores from yesterday's sports events:

Final	San Francisco	7	Chicago White Sox	3	

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 </figure>AP Sports Summary for March 7th, 2025:At beginning of tough stretch, Lakers show grit with overtime victory over KnicksLOS ANGELES (AP) — It is fitting that in a town built on movies and television, JJ Redick likes to use a popular directing term to refer to different moments in his first season as coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. On Thursday night, the Lakers provided Redick with another memorable callback moment. Los Angeles began a stretch of five games against some of the top teams in the NBA with a 113-109 overtime victory over the New York Knicks. The Lakers have won eight straight and are second in the Western Conference at 40-21.Knicks guard Jalen Brunson expected to miss time after suffering ankle injury in OT loss to LakersLOS ANGELES (AP) — New York star guard Jalen Brunson could miss an extended period of time after suffering an ankle injury during overtime in the Knicks' 113-109 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. Coach Tom Thibodeau said after the game that Brunson was still being examined by the medical staff. Brunson rolled his right ankle with 1:24 remaining in overtime after landing on the foot of Lakers guard Austin Reaves after being fouled on a drive to the basket. Brunson got help up from teammates and stayed in the game to make both free throws and tie it at 107. He then came out and went to the locker room.After Curry's highlight heave in a 40-point game, Green says the 'NBA is lucky' to watch the showmanNEW YORK (AP) — Perhaps only Stephen Curry could describe his basket as the first half was ending as a "rhythm shot." Who else but the most accomplished outside shooter in history could be in rhythm when he's nearly 40 feet away and not even facing the basket? Curry threw in the turnaround heave from 38 feet with 0.3 seconds left in the second quarter while scoring 40 points in Golden State's 121-119 victory over Brooklyn on Thursday night. Longtime teammate Draymond Green said after the game he was thinking to himself that "the NBA is lucky, because this man is going into every arena and putting on a show."Bengals All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson receives permission to seek a trade, AP sources sayTwo people with knowledge of the move say All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson received permission from the Cincinnati Bengals to seek a trade. Hendrickson led the NFL in sacks this past season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to discuss personnel moves. ESPN first reported the move after receiving a statement from Hendrickson. Hendrickson had 17 1/2 sacks last season for the second straight year. His 57 sacks since joining the Bengals in 2021 are third-most in the league over the past four seasons.Browns restructure Watson's contract to get under the salary cap, AP source saysDeshaun Watson's contract has been reworked again by the Cleveland Browns as the team looks to clear salary cap space with the new league year less than one week away. A person with knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press the latest restructuring of the quarterback's contract will clear nearly $36 million in cap space for the Browns. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team has not announced the move, which was first reported by ESPN. The Browns were nearly $22 million over the cap before restructuring Watson's deal. It is the second time in three months that Watson's contract was reworked.Avalanche acquire Brock Nelson from the Islanders on the eve of the NHL trade deadlineThe Colorado Avalanche made a big splash on the eve of the NHL trade deadline by getting center Brock Nelson from the New York Islanders. The move came hours after the Western Conference-rival Vegas Golden Knights reacquired winger Reilly Smith in a deal with the New York Rangers. Much of the action Thursday came in the East, where New Jersey added on defense with Brian Dumoulin, Florida got depth center Nico Sturm and the Rangers also bought by acquiring Carson Soucy from Vancouver.Avalanche standout Cale Makar has 6-point game to break franchise record for defensemanDENVER (AP) — The ever-modest Cale Makar did all he could to downplay his two-goal, four-assist night. It was a performance that just so happened to be the most productive scoring night by a defenseman in franchise history. Teammate Nathan MacKinnon made sure to put Makar's achievement in proper perspective as well as his entire season. MacKinnon said it's tough to find a better player in the league. Makar became the third defenseman in the last 30 years to notch six points in a game. He joins Kris Letang in 2023 and Sheldon Souray in 2004, according to NHL Stats.US offers $10 million reward for fugitive snowboarder accused of running deadly drug ringLOS ANGELES (AP) — There's a $10 million reward for information leading to the arrest of a former Olympic snowboarder for Canada who is wanted for running a multi-national drug trafficking network and planning multiple murders related to the drug ring. The FBI has added 43-year-old Ryan Wedding to its 10 Most Wanted list, while also announcing the State Department's $10 million offer. Wedding was charged last June with murder and drug crimes. Those charges were augmented in September in an indictment that alleged Wedding and others arranged the shipment of some 60 tons of cocaine a year. Wedding finished 24th in parallel giant slalom at the 2002 Olympics.Outfielder Lawrence Butler agrees to $65.5 million, 7-year deal with A's, AP source saysA person with direct knowledge of the negotiations says outfielder Lawrence Butler has agreed to a $65.5 million, seven-year contract with the Athletics. The agreement, first reported by ESPN, includes a team option for 2032 and was subject to a successful physical, the person said, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract hasn't been completed. Butler, a 24-year-old who was a sixth-round pick in the 2018 amateur draft, hit .262 average, 22 home runs and 18 stolen bases last year.Wyndham Clark handles a stressful test at Bay Hill to lead by 2ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Wyndham Clark has the lead at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after a brutal day of cold and wind at Bay Hill. Clark played in the afternoon and got a slight reprieve with calmer wind. But his 67 was still the highest score to lead at Bay Hill in eight years. He leads by two shots over a group that includes Shane Lowry and Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley. Rory McIlroy bogeyed his last hole for a 70. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler battled to a 71. Only 14 players in the 72-man field of this signature event managed to break par.AP-ScorecardHere are the scores from yesterday's sports events:___INTERLEAGUEFinal	Tampa Bay	5	Philadelphia	4	Final	San Francisco	7	Chicago White Sox	3	Final	Texas	8	San Diego	2	Final	L.A. Dodgers	8	Texas	4	Final	Pittsburgh	9	Baltimore	5	Final	Houston	5	N.Y. Mets	1	Final	Cleveland	4	Arizona	0	Final	Kansas City	9	Chicago Cubs	3	Final	Milwaukee	10	Athletics	0	Final	Arizona	11	Seattle	4	___AMERICAN LEAGUEFinal	Toronto	7	Boston	4	Final	Minnesota	8	N.Y. Yankees	4	Final	L.A. Angels	5	Seattle	5	___NATIONAL LEAGUEFinal	Washington	12	St. Louis	1	Final	Miami	1	Atlanta	1	___NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONFinal	Chicago	125	Orlando	123	Final	Boston	123	Philadelphia	105	Final	Atlanta	124	Indiana	118	Final	Golden State	121	Brooklyn	119	Final	Houston	109	New Orleans	97	Final OT	L.A. Lakers	113	New York	109	___NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUEFinal	Winnipeg	4	Philadelphia	1	Final	Utah	4	Detroit	2	Final	Carolina	3	Boston	2	Final	Florida	3	Columbus	0	Final	Tampa Bay	6	Buffalo	5	Final	Nashville	5	Seattle	3	Final OT	Dallas	3	Calgary	2	Final OT	Edmonton	3	Montreal	2	Final	Colorado	7	San Jose	3	___TOP-25 COLLEGE BASKETBALLFinal	(8)Michigan St.	91	Iowa	84	___TODAY'S SPORTS SCHEDULE___INTERLEAGUE		Miami	at	Boston	1:05 p.m.			Atlanta	at	Minnesota	1:05 p.m.			Chi Cubs	at	Chi White Sox	3:05 p.m.			Arizona	at	L-A Angels	3:10 p.m.			Houston	at	St. Louis	6:05 p.m.			Texas	at	Colorado	8:40 p.m.			L-A Dodgers	at	Seattle	8:40 p.m.	___AMERICAN LEAGUE		Minnesota	at	Tampa Bay	1:05 p.m.			Cleveland	at	Athletics	3:05 p.m.			L-A Angels	at	Kansas City	3:05 p.m.			Baltimore	at	Detroit	6:05 p.m.			Toronto	at	N-Y Yankees	6:35 p.m.	___NATIONAL LEAGUE		Philadelphia	at	Pittsburgh	1:05 p.m.			San Francisco	at	Cincinnati	3:05 p.m.			San Diego	at	Milwaukee	3:10 p.m.			N-Y Mets	at	Washington	6:05 p.m.	___NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION		Cleveland	at	Charlotte	7 p.m.			Memphis	at	Dallas	7:30 p.m.			Utah	at	Toronto	7:30 p.m.			Minnesota	at	Miami	8 p.m.			Portland	at	Oklahoma City	8 p.m.			Phoenix	at	Denver	10 p.m.			San Antonio	at	Sacramento	10 p.m.			New York	at	L.A. Clippers	10:30 p.m.	___NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE		Detroit	at	Washington	7 p.m.			Winnipeg	at	New Jersey	7 p.m.			Utah	at	Chicago	8:30 p.m.			Minnesota	at	Vancouver	10 p.m.			Pittsburgh	at	Vegas	10 p.m.			St. Louis	at	Anaheim	10 p.m.	___TOP-25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL		South Florida	at	(16)Memphis	9 p.m.			(18)Purdue	at	Illinois	8 p.m.	___

📢📰 Sports Headlines for Friday

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HOUSTON &nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/harlond-beverly/9059" rel="smarttag" rev="9059" data-airgap-id="61">Harlond Beverly</a></dfn>&nbsp;scored a game-high 16 points and&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/ronnie-degray-iii/9061" rel="smarttag" rev="9061" data-airgap-id="62">Ronnie DeGray III</a></dfn>&nbsp;grabbed a career-high 16 rebounds to lead Wichita State in a 63-59 road win at Rice Thursday night in Tudor Fieldhouse. Wichita State (18-12, 8-9) snapped a two-game skid and has now won four of its last five road games to end the regular season. Beverly scored 12 of his 16 points in the first half, marking his second straight 16-point outing.&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/xavier-bell/9058" rel="smarttag" rev="9058" data-airgap-id="63">Xavier Bell</a></dfn>&nbsp;finished with 13 points &ndash; 11 in the second half. DeGray had a career night on the glass, grabbing 16 rebounds, including six offensive, to go with seven points.&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/quincy-ballard/9056" rel="smarttag" rev="9056" data-airgap-id="64">Quincy Ballard</a></dfn>&nbsp;blocked four shots to go with six points and seven rebounds. Neither team lit the world on fire, offensively. Both teams shot less than 40 percent from the field and they combined to shoot 6-for-34 from beyond the arc. Wichita State was 2-for-14 and Rice finished 4-for-20. Wichita State committed only eight turnovers and was plus-10 on the glass. A slow start for Wichita State allowed Rice to take an early 8-2 lead just minutes into the game. Wichita State slowly but surely got its offense on track behind 11 straight points from Beverly. His own personal 8-0 run turned a two-point deficit into a 21-14 lead with 7:01 left in the half. Two Rice free throws briefly stopped Beverly's run, but the Shockers came right back with consecutive scores from&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/quincy-ballard/9056" rel="smarttag" rev="9056" data-airgap-id="65">Quincy Ballard</a></dfn>&nbsp;and Beverly to give Wichita State its largest lead of the half, 26-16. The Shockers would hold a 28-21 lead with 4:11 left, but the Owls would climb back in by scoring seven of the final 10 points to make it 31-28 at halftime. Beverly's 12 first half points led all scorers, as Wichita State shot 44.8 percent from the field. Rice would miss 11-of-12 three-pointers and shoot just 35.5 percent overall. Wichita State stretched its lead to nine right off the bat out of halftime after scoring the first six points. At the 12:46 mark the margin was 10 and momentum on Wichita State's side, but the Owls got an uncontested dunk and back-to-back three-pointers to pull within three, 48-45. The final 10 minutes would be a defensive slugfest. Wichita State would never relinquish the lead, but never lead by more than six down the stretch. With 5:31 to go, Wichita State led 58-55 and neither team would score until the 2:54 mark when Rice split a pair of free throws. Both teams went another 1:37 before Rice pulled within one on another 1-for-2 trip to the line. Finally after going 4:52 without a score,&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/bijan-cortes/9060" rel="smarttag" rev="9060" data-airgap-id="66">Bijan Cortes</a></dfn>&nbsp;dumped in a floater to put the Shockers up 60-57 with 51 seconds left. A DeGray free throw pushed it to four with 7 seconds remaining. Rice would race down and convert on a goaltend with 1.5 seconds on the clock. An immediate foul on the inbounds sent Bell to the line where he swished both to ice the game. Up Next Wichita State hosts Tulsa in the regular season finale Sunday, March 9 at 1 p.m. for Senior Day in Charles Koch Arena.</div>

🏀 Shocker men hang on for road win at Rice

<a href="https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2024-25/Releases/FSR">First &amp; Second Round Schedule</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2024-25/Files/Bracket_WBB_64Team.pdf">Tournament Bracket</a>

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

The Sterling College Warriors women's basketball team will make the 652-mile one-way trip to McKenzie, Tenn. for the NAIA Women's Basketball National Championship First &amp; Second Round March 14-15.

The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UI9955XYWuw%20">selection show</a> took place on Thursday evening.&nbsp;

The Warriors, who earned an automatic bid after winning the KCAC Tournament title Tuesday, will be the No. 16 seed in the Cramer Quadrant.&nbsp;Sterling will play the host, Bethel (Tenn.) on Friday, March 14. The game time is yet to be determined.

The winner of the Sterling-Bethel game will face the winner of Benedictine and LSU Alexandria (La.) in the Second Round on Saturday, March 15.

Sterling enters the national tournament with a 21-10 record and has won three consecutive games. Bethel (Tenn.) is 23-7 and has won four straight. The Wildcats defeated Campbellsville (Tenn.) in the&nbsp;Mid-South Conference on Tuesday.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2024-25/Releases/FSR">First &amp; Second Round Schedule</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2024-25/Files/Bracket_WBB_64Team.pdf">Tournament Bracket</a><a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch PostThe Sterling College Warriors women's basketball team will make the 652-mile one-way trip to McKenzie, Tenn. for the NAIA Women's Basketball National Championship First &amp; Second Round March 14-15.The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UI9955XYWuw%20">selection show</a> took place on Thursday evening.&nbsp;The Warriors, who earned an automatic bid after winning the KCAC Tournament title Tuesday, will be the No. 16 seed in the Cramer Quadrant.&nbsp;Sterling will play the host, Bethel (Tenn.) on Friday, March 14. The game time is yet to be determined.The winner of the Sterling-Bethel game will face the winner of Benedictine and LSU Alexandria (La.) in the Second Round on Saturday, March 15.Sterling enters the national tournament with a 21-10 record and has won three consecutive games. Bethel (Tenn.) is 23-7 and has won four straight. The Wildcats defeated Campbellsville (Tenn.) in the&nbsp;Mid-South Conference on Tuesday.<figure>
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🏀 Sterling women open NAIA tournament March 14 in Tennessee

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LAWRENCE, Kan. &ndash;&nbsp;Kansas baseball had its second walk-off victory in as many weeks as the Jayhawks won 4-3 on Thursday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark to improve to 11-1 overall this season. The Milwaukee pitcher caught a soft line drive for the second out of the ninth inning and then attempted to throw the ball to first base for a double play, but he sailed the ball over the first baseman's head to allow&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/tj-williams/16134" rel="smarttag" rev="16134" data-airgap-id="70">TJ Williams</a></dfn>&nbsp;to score the game-winning run. &nbsp; Sophomore starting pitcher&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/cooper-moore/16136" rel="smarttag" rev="16136" data-airgap-id="71">Cooper Moore</a></dfn>&nbsp;tossed seven innings and allowed three runs, two of which were earned. Moore had a career-high seven strikeouts and allowed only one walk. His seven innings pitched were also a career high. Junior&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/alex-breckheimer/16154" rel="smarttag" rev="16154" data-airgap-id="72">Alex Breckheimer</a></dfn>&nbsp;followed Moore and threw two scoreless frames and earned the win. Junior&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/derek-cerda/16140" rel="smarttag" rev="16140" data-airgap-id="73">Derek Cerda</a></dfn>&nbsp;hit his first home run of the season on the first pitch Kansas saw offensively on Thursday. &nbsp; HOW IT HAPPENED &bull; Kansas (11-1) started the ninth inning with&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/jackson-hauge/16155" rel="smarttag" rev="16155" data-airgap-id="74">Jackson Hauge</a></dfn>&nbsp;reaching base on a fielding error. Two batters later,&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/chase-diggins/16124" rel="smarttag" rev="16124" data-airgap-id="75">Chase Diggins</a></dfn>&nbsp;hit a ball to the shortstop who failed to complete a throw to second base for a force out and sent the ball into right field. An intentional walk to&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/sawyer-smith/16138" rel="smarttag" rev="16138" data-airgap-id="76">Sawyer Smith</a></dfn>&nbsp;loaded the bases for&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/michael-brooks/16122" rel="smarttag" rev="16122" data-airgap-id="77">Michael Brooks</a></dfn>. He lined out softly to the pitcher but an errant throw to first base in an attempt to turn a double play led to the winning run. &bull; The Jayhawks started out fast on Thursday as Cerda led off the first inning with a solo home run on the first pitch. The Jayhawks were able to add another run in the first on an RBI groundout by senior&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/tommy-barth/16141" rel="smarttag" rev="16141" data-airgap-id="78">Tommy Barth</a></dfn>&nbsp;to score sophomore&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/brady-ballinger/16147" rel="smarttag" rev="16147" data-airgap-id="79">Brady Ballinger</a></dfn>. That built Kansas a 2-0 lead. &bull; Milwaukee (1-11) was able to even the game at 2-2 in the fourth inning. The Panthers hit back-to-back hard RBI singles directly at the mound that brought in a pair of runs. &bull; The Panthers took the lead in the fifth inning on an unearned run. Gabe Roessler came in to score on a wild pitch to make it a 3-2 Milwaukee lead. &bull; The Jayhawks were able to tie up the game in the seventh inning as Barth hit a bases loaded RBI single to left field. That made it 3-3. &bull; Breckheimer came into the game in relief of Moore and continued his early season dominance with two scoreless innings. &nbsp; PITCHERS OF RECORD Win:&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/alex-breckheimer/16154" rel="smarttag" rev="16154" data-airgap-id="80">Alex Breckheimer</a></dfn>&nbsp;(1-0) Final line: 2.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 3 SO Loss: Logan Snow (0-1) Final line: 2.1 IP, 2 H, 1 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 1 SO <iframe title="Video: Kansas vs. Milwaukee Highlights - University of Kansas" src="https://kuathletics.com/showcase/embed.aspx?Archive=2086&amp;autoplay=false" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" align="" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" data-airgap-id="81"></iframe> &nbsp; SOCIAL POST OF THE GAME
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&nbsp; QUOTABLES &amp; NOTABLES "The old adage of winners find a way &ndash; I think that was a good example today. I haven't had a chance to look at [the box score], but we had 14 runners left on base. You leave runners on base when you're a good offense. That's part of part of baseball when you're pressuring with two outs, but 14 is a lot. Some of that was decisions I made. I chose to bunt with (<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/chase-diggins/16124" rel="smarttag" rev="16124" data-airgap-id="83">Chase Diggins</a></dfn>) there and their pitcher made a heck of a play. What I loved about it was in the ninth, we get an out and then the guy hammers one to right center and&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/mike-koszewski/16125" rel="smarttag" rev="16125" data-airgap-id="84">Mike Koszewski</a></dfn>, who has been sitting on the bench for two hours, goes out there and makes an absolutely unbelievable catch that gets us two outs. Then, Breck strikes the guy out and we get to the ninth. The thing that I loved is there is just complete and total belief inside that dugout of like, okay, here we go. I tell the guys all the time you can wish and you can dream, but there is something about having faith and having belief that we have prepared. Super proud of how they competed and there is nothing better than being on that side of a walk-off." &ndash; Head Coach&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/coaches/dan-fitzgerald/871" rel="smarttag" rev="871" data-airgap-id="85">Dan Fitzgerald</a></dfn> &nbsp; "Today I was a little bit more aggressive. My past at-bats I was a little too passive. That worked today, so I'm going to keep doing that." &ndash;&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/derek-cerda/16140" rel="smarttag" rev="16140" data-airgap-id="86">Derek Cerda</a></dfn> &nbsp; "I was feeling really good. I had a whole lot of confidence and just the ability to throw strikes and let my defense work behind me and get weak ground balls." &ndash;&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/cooper-moore/16136" rel="smarttag" rev="16136" data-airgap-id="87">Cooper Moore</a></dfn> &nbsp; &bull; Kansas improved to 11-1 on the season. &bull; Kansas has walk-off wins on back-to-back Thursdays. The last time Kansas had two walk-off wins in the same season was 2023. &bull; Cerda's leadoff home run was the first for Kansas since Dylan Ditzenberger vs. Kansas State on May 15, 2021. &bull; Moore had career highs of seven innings and seven strikeouts. &bull; Breckheimer earned his first win as a Jayhawk. &bull; Ballinger has reached base safely in all 12 games this season. &nbsp; UP NEXT Kansas and Milwaukee will play the second of four games at Hoglund Ballpark on Friday. First pitch is set for 12 p.m. CT. The start time was originally 3 p.m. CT but was adjusted due to weather. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and live audio will be available on the Jayhawk Sports Network.</div>

⚾ Kansas seals walk-off win against Milwaukee

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<h2>4A Boys</h2>
[2]&nbsp;McPherson 64,&nbsp;[15] Ulysses&nbsp;36 [West sub-state]
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[1]&nbsp;Sterling&nbsp;70,&nbsp;[9] Medicine Lodge&nbsp;45 [Sublette sub-state #1]
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🏀 Hutch Post area sub-state scoreboard for March 6

The Reno County Coaches Show and More, heard every Thursday on KWBW AM/FM (1450/98.5) from 6-6:30 p.m. This week's show includes KC Wyandotte boys basketball head coach AJ Spencer, as well as a look at area sub-state brackets with Glen Grunwald.

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🎧 LISTEN: Reno County Coaches Show and More

<a href="https://cdn.website-editor.net/s/5a79e9a061d94ee4ba1a58c2affe6358/files/uploaded/2025_4-1A_State_Boys_Results.pdf?Expires=1743891016&amp;Signature=TvJD2wwmtUH0if1fLyJwfScjP2G64ae4VsSyczpLyO07bO0obQ9i1LY~8maN5BXUdnaYo-iK83945vcTKo~SYTiT4EBxLXqPlhrkpi138VHoiPTy03IBSo~oBBMdvnIZDmqfOfnlImgS5f-XlVdcSM35x5PmcqyGZwFmhnpkAwOqKK3-U2deFOIKojP~1IJmrOrydLTRpnbRMe320ooNmAEW0NMRAa4j~gi0pQu4dIMHX0FVGEHckI3Qg2JfKAXpBggLa20IlkEaKagzwKZaawva-ACg366E1Nb5IB7ZDeaevPDpJ~Q~czDUHzgbuQ0-mTPphLMKKpVSdS7dEi9aGA__&amp;Key-Pair-Id=K2NXBXLF010TJW">4-1A state bowling results</a>

The Buhler High School boys bowling team finished 4th place as a team at the KSHSAA class 4-1A state championship on Thursday afternoon at Bowlero-Northrock.

The Crusaders finished behind Topeka-Hayden, Mulvane and Andale. Buhler had a team score of 3203.

The top Crusader finisher was senior Julian Morrison in 18th place. Morrison bowled a 212, 223 and 185 for his series total of 620.&nbsp;

Freshman Logan Brown (601) finished 23rd, senior Malachi Willis (587) was 26th, senior Dominic Gaede (566) 31st, senior Ryan Klug (543) was 43rd and senior Trevor Tustian (503) finished 59th.&nbsp;

Hesston High School sophomore Tanner McAllister led the Hutch Post area qualifiers with a 4th place finish 693 series, while fellow sophomore teammate Mario Murillo was 11th with a 660 series.

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 </figure><a href="https://cdn.website-editor.net/s/5a79e9a061d94ee4ba1a58c2affe6358/files/uploaded/2025_4-1A_State_Boys_Results.pdf?Expires=1743891016&amp;Signature=TvJD2wwmtUH0if1fLyJwfScjP2G64ae4VsSyczpLyO07bO0obQ9i1LY~8maN5BXUdnaYo-iK83945vcTKo~SYTiT4EBxLXqPlhrkpi138VHoiPTy03IBSo~oBBMdvnIZDmqfOfnlImgS5f-XlVdcSM35x5PmcqyGZwFmhnpkAwOqKK3-U2deFOIKojP~1IJmrOrydLTRpnbRMe320ooNmAEW0NMRAa4j~gi0pQu4dIMHX0FVGEHckI3Qg2JfKAXpBggLa20IlkEaKagzwKZaawva-ACg366E1Nb5IB7ZDeaevPDpJ~Q~czDUHzgbuQ0-mTPphLMKKpVSdS7dEi9aGA__&amp;Key-Pair-Id=K2NXBXLF010TJW">4-1A state bowling results</a>The Buhler High School boys bowling team finished 4th place as a team at the KSHSAA class 4-1A state championship on Thursday afternoon at Bowlero-Northrock.The Crusaders finished behind Topeka-Hayden, Mulvane and Andale. Buhler had a team score of 3203.The top Crusader finisher was senior Julian Morrison in 18th place. Morrison bowled a 212, 223 and 185 for his series total of 620.&nbsp;Freshman Logan Brown (601) finished 23rd, senior Malachi Willis (587) was 26th, senior Dominic Gaede (566) 31st, senior Ryan Klug (543) was 43rd and senior Trevor Tustian (503) finished 59th.&nbsp;Hesston High School sophomore Tanner McAllister led the Hutch Post area qualifiers with a 4th place finish 693 series, while fellow sophomore teammate Mario Murillo was 11th with a 660 series.

🎳 Buhler boys finish 4th in 4-1A state championship

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Serena Sundell scored 19 of her 21 points in the second half to help No. 20 Kansas State beat UCF 80-65 on Thursday in the Big 12 Tournament.

Kansas State (26-6) equaled its win total from last season, with the 52 wins tied for the third-most over a two-season span in program history.

The Wildcats have advanced at least one round in 21 of the previous 28 Big 12 championships. Kansas State will play No. 4 seed and 16th-ranked West Virginia in the quarterfinals on Friday. The Wildcats lost 70-57 to the then-No. 17 Mountaineers on Feb. 17.

Sundell scored eight straight Kansas State points in the fourth quarter to help the Wildcats hold a double-digit lead for the final 6:54 of the game. Sundell was 5 of 6 from the field in the fourth to help K-State shoot 75%.

Zyanna Walker added 13 points, Jaelyn Glenn had 11 points and Kennedy Taylor 10 for Kansas State. Sundell reached 20-plus for the sixth time this season.

Kaitlin Peterson scored 21 points and Emely Rodriguez added 17 points for UCF (12-18).

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Serena Sundell scored 19 of her 21 points in the second half to help No. 20 Kansas State beat UCF 80-65 on Thursday in the Big 12 Tournament.Kansas State (26-6) equaled its win total from last season, with the 52 wins tied for the third-most over a two-season span in program history.The Wildcats have advanced at least one round in 21 of the previous 28 Big 12 championships. Kansas State will play No. 4 seed and 16th-ranked West Virginia in the quarterfinals on Friday. The Wildcats lost 70-57 to the then-No. 17 Mountaineers on Feb. 17.Sundell scored eight straight Kansas State points in the fourth quarter to help the Wildcats hold a double-digit lead for the final 6:54 of the game. Sundell was 5 of 6 from the field in the fourth to help K-State shoot 75%.Zyanna Walker added 13 points, Jaelyn Glenn had 11 points and Kennedy Taylor 10 for Kansas State. Sundell reached 20-plus for the sixth time this season.Kaitlin Peterson scored 21 points and Emely Rodriguez added 17 points for UCF (12-18).

🏀 No. 20 K-State women open Big 12 Tournament with win over UCF

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T5qPkmt_3jM1tTDdSgTWiGj1l5g5QPSD/view">4-1A state bowling results</a>

The Buhler High School girls bowling team placed 3rd at the KSHSAA class 4-1A state championship on Thursday at Bowlero-Northrock in Wichita.&nbsp;

Macy Miller was the highest placer for the Crusaders with a 6th place finish.&nbsp; The sophomore bowled a 533 series, 142 in the first game, followed by 217 and 174. Junior Aubrey Ewing placed 17th with a 494 series (157, 155, 182) and senior Brayla Johnson placed 19th with a 490 series (153, 144, 193).

The other Crusaders that did not medal were junior Cheyann Geesling (479), senior Eva Goertz (457), and junior Madalyn Bohringer (420). Geesling finished 25th, Goertz 30th and Bohringer 42nd.

Andale won the 4-1A state title with a 2786 series, Chanute finished 2nd bowling a 2707.

McPherson finished 8th as a team, led by senior Brooke Henry with a 495. Smoky Valley sophomore Kirah Taskinen placed 20th with a 489 series.

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 </figure><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T5qPkmt_3jM1tTDdSgTWiGj1l5g5QPSD/view">4-1A state bowling results</a>The Buhler High School girls bowling team placed 3rd at the KSHSAA class 4-1A state championship on Thursday at Bowlero-Northrock in Wichita.&nbsp;Macy Miller was the highest placer for the Crusaders with a 6th place finish.&nbsp; The sophomore bowled a 533 series, 142 in the first game, followed by 217 and 174. Junior Aubrey Ewing placed 17th with a 494 series (157, 155, 182) and senior Brayla Johnson placed 19th with a 490 series (153, 144, 193).The other Crusaders that did not medal were junior Cheyann Geesling (479), senior Eva Goertz (457), and junior Madalyn Bohringer (420). Geesling finished 25th, Goertz 30th and Bohringer 42nd.Andale won the 4-1A state title with a 2786 series, Chanute finished 2nd bowling a 2707.McPherson finished 8th as a team, led by senior Brooke Henry with a 495. Smoky Valley sophomore Kirah Taskinen placed 20th with a 489 series.

🎳 Buhler girls place 3rd at 4-1A state

<a href="https://kjccc.org/sports/wbkb/2024-25/div1/2025_NJCAA_Region_6_Tournament">Region VI Women's Information</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://kjccc.org/sports/mbkb/2024-25/div1/2025_NJCAA_Region_6_Tournament">Region VI Men's Information</a>

The Hutchinson Community College Athletic Department announced tickets for the Region VI Tournament second round games will go on sale Monday, March 10.

The Blue Dragon women will play at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, with the men to follow at 7:30 p.m.

Both opponents are to be determined, depending on how Saturday's first round games go.

The HutchCC women will play the winner of Cloud County and Colby, while the men will get either Butler or Pratt.

All season-ticket holders have the right to purchase their seats from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. on Monday.&nbsp;

All fans can purchase general admission or unsold reserved seats at those same times.

All seats not sold by 4 p.m. Tuesday are open to all fans for purchase when the gates open at 5 p.m. on Tuesday.

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 </figure><a href="https://kjccc.org/sports/wbkb/2024-25/div1/2025_NJCAA_Region_6_Tournament">Region VI Women's Information</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://kjccc.org/sports/mbkb/2024-25/div1/2025_NJCAA_Region_6_Tournament">Region VI Men's Information</a>The Hutchinson Community College Athletic Department announced tickets for the Region VI Tournament second round games will go on sale Monday, March 10.The Blue Dragon women will play at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, with the men to follow at 7:30 p.m.Both opponents are to be determined, depending on how Saturday's first round games go.The HutchCC women will play the winner of Cloud County and Colby, while the men will get either Butler or Pratt.All season-ticket holders have the right to purchase their seats from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. on Monday.&nbsp;All fans can purchase general admission or unsold reserved seats at those same times.All seats not sold by 4 p.m. Tuesday are open to all fans for purchase when the gates open at 5 p.m. on Tuesday.<figure>
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🏀 Region VI Tournament tickets go on sale Monday

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 </figure><div><h1>Thursday, March&nbsp;6</h1>
<h2>4A Boys</h2>
[2]&nbsp;McPherson (16-4)&nbsp;vs. [15] Ulysses,&nbsp;6 p.m. [West sub-state]
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<h2>2A Boys</h2>
[1]&nbsp;Sterling (17-3)&nbsp;vs. [9] Medicine Lodge,&nbsp;7 p.m. [Sublette sub-state #1]
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🏀 Hutch Post area sub-state schedule for March 6

HAYS, Kan. — The Hutchinson High Salthawks boys basketball team took a four-point lead into the fourth quarter of their sub-state opener Wednesday night, but Hays High responded with a 5-0 run to start the final period and pulled away late for a 48-43 victory, ending Hutchinson’s season.

Salthawks senior Terrell King led all scorers with 22 points, but late turnovers and missed opportunities proved costly for Hutchinson (10-11). Taishaun Govain, playing in his final high school game, finished with nine points. Jalen Crable and Lamar Govain each added four, while Levi Kepler and Tremell Walker chipped in with putback baskets.

Hutchinson went cold offensively down the stretch, sending Hays’ Johnny Cano to the free-throw line, where he hit 6 of 8 attempts to finish with a team-high 13 points. Dawson Ruder also scored 13 for the Indians (13-8), who advance to face Andover in Saturday’s sub-state championship.

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 </figure>HAYS, Kan. — The Hutchinson High Salthawks boys basketball team took a four-point lead into the fourth quarter of their sub-state opener Wednesday night, but Hays High responded with a 5-0 run to start the final period and pulled away late for a 48-43 victory, ending Hutchinson’s season.Salthawks senior Terrell King led all scorers with 22 points, but late turnovers and missed opportunities proved costly for Hutchinson (10-11). Taishaun Govain, playing in his final high school game, finished with nine points. Jalen Crable and Lamar Govain each added four, while Levi Kepler and Tremell Walker chipped in with putback baskets.Hutchinson went cold offensively down the stretch, sending Hays’ Johnny Cano to the free-throw line, where he hit 6 of 8 attempts to finish with a team-high 13 points. Dawson Ruder also scored 13 for the Indians (13-8), who advance to face Andover in Saturday’s sub-state championship.

🏀 Hays boys rally past Hutch High late; Salthawk season comes to an end

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Bailey Maupin scored 12 points, Kilah Freelon scored eight of her nine points in the fourth quarter and No. 14 seed Texas Tech beat 11th-seeded Kansas 57-53 on Wednesday night in a Big 12 Championship first-round game.

Texas Tech (16-16) will move on to face No. 6 seed Utah in the second round on Thursday.

Kansas trailed by 11 points midway through the third quarter but used a 15-3 run to take a 46-45 lead with 5:14 remaining in the fourth. Brittany Harshaw hit two 3s and scored eight points during the stretch. Freelon scored the next four points and Maupin added a free throw to give Texas Tech a 51-46 lead with 1:05 to play.

Laia Conesa’s 3-pointer with 13 seconds left pulled the Jayhawks to 55-53 before Maupin added two more free throws to seal it. Freelon and Maupin combined for 13 of the Red Raiders’ 15 fourth-quarter points while Harshaw finished with eight of the Jayhawks’ 18 points.

Denae Fritz and Jasmine Shavers added 11 points apiece for Texas Tech. Maupin shot 2 of 10 from the floor that included a 3-pointer and was 7 of 9 from the free-throw line.

Harshaw scored 15 points to lead Kansas (16-14). Regan Williams added 13 points and Conesa finished with 12.

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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Bailey Maupin scored 12 points, Kilah Freelon scored eight of her nine points in the fourth quarter and No. 14 seed Texas Tech beat 11th-seeded Kansas 57-53 on Wednesday night in a Big 12 Championship first-round game.Texas Tech (16-16) will move on to face No. 6 seed Utah in the second round on Thursday.Kansas trailed by 11 points midway through the third quarter but used a 15-3 run to take a 46-45 lead with 5:14 remaining in the fourth. Brittany Harshaw hit two 3s and scored eight points during the stretch. Freelon scored the next four points and Maupin added a free throw to give Texas Tech a 51-46 lead with 1:05 to play.Laia Conesa’s 3-pointer with 13 seconds left pulled the Jayhawks to 55-53 before Maupin added two more free throws to seal it. Freelon and Maupin combined for 13 of the Red Raiders’ 15 fourth-quarter points while Harshaw finished with eight of the Jayhawks’ 18 points.Denae Fritz and Jasmine Shavers added 11 points apiece for Texas Tech. Maupin shot 2 of 10 from the floor that included a 3-pointer and was 7 of 9 from the free-throw line.Harshaw scored 15 points to lead Kansas (16-14). Regan Williams added 13 points and Conesa finished with 12.

🏀 Texas Tech women hold off Kansas in Big 12 Championship first round

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ARLINGTON, Texas --&nbsp;Abilene Christian got four extra-base hits from Grant Watkins and scored eight runs with two outs, defeating Wichita State 11-9 on Wednesday night at Globe Life Field. The Wildcats (8-5) scored in five consecutive innings from the second through the sixth, getting multiple runs in four of the five frames. The two-out magic began in the bottom of the second, when Braden Regala sliced a two-out, three-run double to the gap in right-center field to empty the bases against Wichita State starter&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/arnad-mulamekic/9398" rel="smarttag" rev="9398" data-airgap-id="58">Arnad Mulamekic</a></dfn>&nbsp;(0-2). WSU came right back with three runs of their own in the top of the third, taking advantage of two bases-loaded hit by pitches to&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/kam-durnin/9177" rel="smarttag" rev="9177" data-airgap-id="59">Kam Durnin</a></dfn>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/josh-livingston/9185" rel="smarttag" rev="9185" data-airgap-id="60">Josh Livingston</a></dfn>&nbsp;before&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/mauricio-millan/9186" rel="smarttag" rev="9186" data-airgap-id="61">Mauricio Millan</a></dfn>&nbsp;knotted the game with a sacrifice fly. Abilene Christian responded with a three-spot of their own in the bottom of the third. Watkins launched the first of his two home runs, a two-run shot to right, and a WSU error later in the inning gave the Wildcats a 6-3 lead. The Shockers pulled a run back in the fourth via another sacrifice fly from&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/camden-johnson/9183" rel="smarttag" rev="9183" data-airgap-id="62">Camden Johnson</a></dfn>, but ACU's Diego Cardenas skied a solo shot of his own in the bottom half to restore the three-run cushion. Two more two-run innings from the Wildcats in the fifth and sixth created separation, capped off by the second two-run homer from Watkins for an 11-5 lead. The Shockers (3-9) did not go quietly, putting three runs on the board in the seventh.&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/lane-haworth/9180" rel="smarttag" rev="9180" data-airgap-id="63">Lane Haworth</a></dfn>&nbsp;came off the bench to smack a two-run double and later came around to score on a wild pitch, trimming the ACU lead to 11-8. Wichita State added another in the ninth on a wild pitch, but&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/jordan-rogers/9191" rel="smarttag" rev="9191" data-airgap-id="64">Jordan Rogers</a></dfn>&nbsp;grounded out to third representing the tying run against Wildcats closer Brady Coe, who secured his third save. Cooper Hrbacek (1-1) earned the win for Abilene Christian, allowing one run over 1.2 innings. Mulamekic was tagged with the loss for WSU, surrendering six runs, five earned, over 2.2 frames.&nbsp;<dfn><a href="https://goshockers.com/sports/baseball/roster/nick-potter/9404" rel="smarttag" rev="9404" data-airgap-id="65">Nick Potter</a></dfn>&nbsp;shined in relief for the Shockers, striking out five consecutive hitters over his two scoreless innings. Wichita State returns home for a three-game series against Missouri State on Friday night. First pitch of the series opener is scheduled for 6:00 pm CT.</div>

⚾ Shockers fall to Abilene Christian in midweek tilt

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 </figure><div>Opening Round - Saturday, March 8th (Games Played at Higher Seed) #8 Fort Hays Tech Northwest vs #9 Dodge City - 5:30 PM (MST) (Goodland, KS) #5 Butler vs #12 Pratt - TBD (El Dorado, KS) #6 Colby vs #11 Cloud County - 2 PM (Colby, KS) #7 Garden City vs #10 Independence - 4 PM (Garden City, KS)
Quarterfinal Round - Tuesday, March 11th (Games Played at Higher Seed) #1 Cowley vs #8 Fort Hays Tech Northwest/#9 Dodge City - 7 PM (Arkansas City, KS) #4 Hutchinson vs #5 Butler/#12 Pratt - 7:30 PM (Hutchinson, KS) #3 Barton vs #6 Colby/#11 Cloud County - 7 PM (Great Bend, KS) #2 Coffeyville vs #7 Garden City/#10 Independence - 7:30 PM (Coffeyville, KS)
Semifinal Round - Friday, March 14th (Games at Gross Memorial Coliseum, Hays, KS) Semifinal Game #1 - 3 PM Semifinal Game #2 - 7:30 PM
Region 6 Championship Game - Saturday, March 15th (Gross Memorial Coliseum, Hays, KS) Winner Semifinal #1 vs Winner Semifinal #2 - 5 PM&nbsp;</div>

🏀 KJCCC reveals Region VI men's bracket

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 </figure><div>Opening Round - Saturday, March 8th (Games Played at Higher Seed) #5 Cowley vs #12 Independence - 1 PM #6 Seward County vs #11 Pratt - 7 PM #7 Cloud County vs #10 Colby - 2 PM (Concordia, KS) #8 Barton vs #9 Garden City - 2 PM (Great Bend, KS)
Quarterfinal Round - Tuesday, March 11th (Games Played at Higher Seed) #1 Dodge City vs #8 Barton/#9 Garden City Winner - 7 PM (Dodge City, KS) #2 Hutchinson vs #7 Cloud County/#10 Colby Winner - TBD (Hutchinson, KS) #3 Coffeyville vs #6 Seward County/#11 Pratt Winner - 5:30 PM (Coffeyville, KS) #4 Butler vs #5 Cowley/#12 Independence Winner - TBD (El Dorado, KS)&nbsp; Semifinal Round - Friday, March 14th (Games at Gross Memorial Coliseum, Hays, KS) Semifinal Game #1 - 1 PM Semifinal Game #2 - 5:30 PM
Region 6 Championship Game - Saturday, March 15th (Gross Memorial Coliseum, Hays, KS) Winner Semifinal #1 vs Winner Semifinal #2 - 3 PM&nbsp;</div>

🏀 KJCCC reveals Region VI women's bracket

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/boxscores/20250305_ld3i.xml">BOX SCORE</a>

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team saw its three-game winning streak come to an end Wednesday at the Sports Arena, falling to Dodge City 76-66.

The Blue Dragons closed the regular season with a 19-11 overall record and a 15-9 mark in the Jayhawk Conference.

Hutchinson earned the No. 4 seed in the Region VI Tournament and will receive a first-round bye. The Blue Dragons will play in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Sports Arena, facing the winner of No. 5 Butler vs. No. 12 Pratt. Butler and Pratt will meet in El Dorado on Saturday.

Hutchinson trailed 40-27 at halftime but cut the deficit to two with under five minutes remaining. However, the Blue Dragons were unable to complete the comeback.

Dodge City (14-16, 11-13) won its fourth straight game, shooting 43% from the field and making seven 3-pointers.

Hutchinson struggled offensively, shooting 35% overall and hitting just 3 of 17 attempts from beyond the arc. Bo Aldridge led the Blue Dragons with a career-high 29 points, while DJ Dudley added 18 points and nine rebounds.

Jayse Boatwright paced Dodge City with 22 points. Mynor Strong contributed 19, and Derrick Rivers added 14.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/boxscores/20250305_ld3i.xml">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team saw its three-game winning streak come to an end Wednesday at the Sports Arena, falling to Dodge City 76-66.The Blue Dragons closed the regular season with a 19-11 overall record and a 15-9 mark in the Jayhawk Conference.Hutchinson earned the No. 4 seed in the Region VI Tournament and will receive a first-round bye. The Blue Dragons will play in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Sports Arena, facing the winner of No. 5 Butler vs. No. 12 Pratt. Butler and Pratt will meet in El Dorado on Saturday.Hutchinson trailed 40-27 at halftime but cut the deficit to two with under five minutes remaining. However, the Blue Dragons were unable to complete the comeback.Dodge City (14-16, 11-13) won its fourth straight game, shooting 43% from the field and making seven 3-pointers.Hutchinson struggled offensively, shooting 35% overall and hitting just 3 of 17 attempts from beyond the arc. Bo Aldridge led the Blue Dragons with a career-high 29 points, while DJ Dudley added 18 points and nine rebounds.Jayse Boatwright paced Dodge City with 22 points. Mynor Strong contributed 19, and Derrick Rivers added 14.

🏀 Blue Dragon men drop regular season finale

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/boxscores/20250305_880z.xml">BOX SCORE</a>

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The No. 9 Hutchinson Community College women’s basketball team overcame a 13-point deficit to defeat No. 7 Dodge City, 75-67, on Wednesday at the Sports Arena in the regular-season finale.

The victory secured a share of the Jayhawk Conference title for the Blue Dragons, marking the 14th in program history.

Despite the win, Hutchinson (27-3, 21-3) lost the tiebreaker to Dodge City (26-4, 21-3), giving the Conquistadors the No. 1 seed in the Region VI Tournament. The Blue Dragons will enter as the No. 2 seed.

After an 18-18 tie at the end of the first quarter, Dodge City outscored Hutchinson by 10 in the second quarter to take a 38-28 halftime lead. Both teams scored 13 points in the third, giving the Conquistadors a 51-41 advantage heading into the fourth.

The Blue Dragons shot 50% from the field in their 21-point fourth-quarter rally. They trailed by as many as 12 early in the period before mounting their comeback.

Kahlen Norris hit back-to-back shots to tie the game at 60 with 44 seconds left. Dodge City briefly regained the lead with two free throws, but Brynne Katcher muscled in a contested layup with three seconds remaining to tie the game at 62. The Conquistadors had a final shot attempt, but it missed, sending the game to overtime.

Hutchinson controlled the extra period, outscoring Dodge City 13-5 after the Conquistadors scored the first basket. Landon Forbes led the Blue Dragons in overtime with seven points, while Hailey Jackson added six.

The Blue Dragons capitalized on Dodge City's 24 turnovers, converting them into 28 points, while committing just eight turnovers themselves.

Jackson led Hutchinson with 24 points and 10 rebounds. Forbes added 19 points, seven assists, and five steals, while Norris contributed 10 points and five boards.

Dodge City, which led for over 38 minutes of the game, was paced by Shorna Preston’s double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds. Layla-J Cameron also scored 16 points.

Hutchinson will host the winner of No. 7 Cloud County vs. No. 10 Colby on Tuesday, March 11, at 5:30 p.m. The Thunderbirds and Trojans face off Saturday at 2 p.m. in Concordia.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/boxscores/20250305_880z.xml">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The No. 9 Hutchinson Community College women’s basketball team overcame a 13-point deficit to defeat No. 7 Dodge City, 75-67, on Wednesday at the Sports Arena in the regular-season finale.The victory secured a share of the Jayhawk Conference title for the Blue Dragons, marking the 14th in program history.Despite the win, Hutchinson (27-3, 21-3) lost the tiebreaker to Dodge City (26-4, 21-3), giving the Conquistadors the No. 1 seed in the Region VI Tournament. The Blue Dragons will enter as the No. 2 seed.After an 18-18 tie at the end of the first quarter, Dodge City outscored Hutchinson by 10 in the second quarter to take a 38-28 halftime lead. Both teams scored 13 points in the third, giving the Conquistadors a 51-41 advantage heading into the fourth.The Blue Dragons shot 50% from the field in their 21-point fourth-quarter rally. They trailed by as many as 12 early in the period before mounting their comeback.Kahlen Norris hit back-to-back shots to tie the game at 60 with 44 seconds left. Dodge City briefly regained the lead with two free throws, but Brynne Katcher muscled in a contested layup with three seconds remaining to tie the game at 62. The Conquistadors had a final shot attempt, but it missed, sending the game to overtime.Hutchinson controlled the extra period, outscoring Dodge City 13-5 after the Conquistadors scored the first basket. Landon Forbes led the Blue Dragons in overtime with seven points, while Hailey Jackson added six.The Blue Dragons capitalized on Dodge City's 24 turnovers, converting them into 28 points, while committing just eight turnovers themselves.Jackson led Hutchinson with 24 points and 10 rebounds. Forbes added 19 points, seven assists, and five steals, while Norris contributed 10 points and five boards.Dodge City, which led for over 38 minutes of the game, was paced by Shorna Preston’s double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds. Layla-J Cameron also scored 16 points.Hutchinson will host the winner of No. 7 Cloud County vs. No. 10 Colby on Tuesday, March 11, at 5:30 p.m. The Thunderbirds and Trojans face off Saturday at 2 p.m. in Concordia.

🏀 HutchCC women win OT thriller, claim share of KJCCC title

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 </figure><div><h1>Wednesday, March 5</h1>
<h2>5A Boys</h2>
[6] Hays High&nbsp;48,&nbsp;[11] Hutchinson 43&nbsp;[West sub-state]
[8] Andover Central&nbsp;53,&nbsp;[9] Newton 43 [West sub-state]
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<h2>4A Girls</h2>
[2] Buhler 62, [15] Abilene 41&nbsp;[West sub-state]
[10] Towanda-Circle&nbsp;45, [7] Pratt 40&nbsp;[West sub-state]
[9] McPherson&nbsp;41, [8] Augusta&nbsp;38 [West sub-state]
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<h2>3A Boys</h2>
[4] Haven 55, [5] Wichita Collegiate&nbsp;42 [Halstead sub-state #1]
[2] Hesston&nbsp;53, [10] Marysville&nbsp;36 [Halstead sub-state #2]
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<h2>2A Girls</h2>
[1] Moundridge 43, [8] Hillsboro 33 [Moundridge sub-state #1]
[3] Inman 36, [6] Berean Academy&nbsp;23 [Moundridge sub-state #2]</div>

🏀 Hutch Post area sub-state scoreboard for March 5

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.

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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

The Hutchinson Community College softball team has announced that the Blue Dragons and the Butler Grizzlies will swap home dates.

Originally, the Blue Dragons were to have traveled to El Dorado to take on the Grizzlies on Wednesday. The inclement weather conditions in Kansas over the past few days forced the change to be made.

Now the Blue Dragons and Grizzlies play their first KJCCC doubleheader on Thursday at Fun Valley with games at 2 and 4 p.m.

The Blue Dragons were originally scheduled to play Butler at home on April 5. That doubleheader moves to East Park in El Dorado on Thursday, April 4. The game times will be released at a later date.

Blue Dragon head coach Jaime Rose also added a home game to be played on Sunday, April 6 at 1 p.m. against the Friends University JV.

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 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe Hutchinson Community College softball team has announced that the Blue Dragons and the Butler Grizzlies will swap home dates.Originally, the Blue Dragons were to have traveled to El Dorado to take on the Grizzlies on Wednesday. The inclement weather conditions in Kansas over the past few days forced the change to be made.Now the Blue Dragons and Grizzlies play their first KJCCC doubleheader on Thursday at Fun Valley with games at 2 and 4 p.m.The Blue Dragons were originally scheduled to play Butler at home on April 5. That doubleheader moves to East Park in El Dorado on Thursday, April 4. The game times will be released at a later date.Blue Dragon head coach Jaime Rose also added a home game to be played on Sunday, April 6 at 1 p.m. against the Friends University JV.

🥎 Wednesday softball at Butler moved to Thursday at Fun Valley

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The 30th and final regular-season game will decide who wins the 2025 Jayhawk Conference women's basketball championship on Wednesday night.
In a Top 10 national battle, the No. 9-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team (26-3, 20-3 KJCCC) will take on the No. 7 Dodge City Conquistadors (26-3, 21-2 KJCCC) at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Hutchinson Sports Arena on Sophomore Recognition Night.
BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 9 Hutchinson (26-3, 20-3) vs. No. 7 Dodge City (26-3, 21-2) Sophomore Recognition Night When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Time: 5:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KHUT-FM (102.9), 5:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=2243893">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 5:15 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport Game Sponsor: Prairie Star Medical Center <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/files/Game_30_-_Dodge_City_women.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>
The game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) beginning at 5:15 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Dan Naccarato (analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed on the Blue Dragon Sports Network at 5:15 p.m.
Dodge City holds a one-game lead over Hutchinson in the Jayhawk Conference standings. A Hutchinson victory means the Blue Dragons and Conquistadors share the conference title with a myriad of tie-breaking possibilities for the No. 1 seed in the upcoming Region 6 Tournament. The Conquistadors win the title outright with a win over the Dragons.
The Blue Dragons lost the first matchup with Dodge City 67-41 on January 18 in Dodge City. The Dragons were limited to a season-low 22.6 percent shooting with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;leading the way with 17 points. Shorna Preston had 17 points and 13 rebounds to lead Dodge City.
Jackson comes off a career-high 33-point performance in the Blue Dragons 58-50 win at Seward County on Saturday in Liberal. With her 16th point of the game, Jackson became the seventh Blue Dragon player in program history to reach 1,000 career points.
Jackson is seventh on the career scoring list with 1,018 points. She is four points away from joining the Blue Dragon single-season Top 10 list, now with 540 points this season.
Dodge City enters the game on a five-game winning streak by an average winning margin of 37.4 points. The Conquistadors defeated Coffeyville 74-50 on Saturday.
After the game, the seven Blue Dragons sophomores -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/norris_kahlen_2uos">Kahlen Norris</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/denison_madi_4xbl">Madi Denison</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/pleasant_jada_y7vs">Jada Pleasant</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/forbes_landon_o30r">Landon Forbes</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/katcher_brynne_qgrf">Brynne Katcher</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/singer_zhane_9n8y">Zhane Singer</a>&nbsp;- will be honored in a brief ceremony.</div>

🏀 KJCCC title on the line between Blue Dragons, Conquistadors

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741184261739.jpeg" alt="Amari Davis and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team play host to Dodge City at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Sports Arena. (Andrew Carpenter/Digital Fox Photography)" />
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Riding a three-game winning streak, the Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team gets set to close out the regular season of the 2024-25 season with a home game and Sophomore Recognition Night.
The Blue Dragons (19-10, 15-8 KJCCC) will play host to the Dodge City Conquistadors (13-16, 10-13 KJCCC) in the regular-season finale at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.
BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL Hutchinson (19-10, 15-8) vs. Dodge City (13-16, 10-13) Sophomore Recognition Night When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Time: 7:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KHUT-FM (102.9), 7:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=2243894">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 5:15 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport Game Sponsor: Prairie Star Medical Center <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/files/Game_30_-_Dodge_City_men.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>
The game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) beginning at 7:15 p.m. with Sean Boston (play-by-play) and Dan Naccarato (analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed on the Blue Dragon Sports Network at 7:15 p.m.
Hutchinson's 57-54 win on Saturday at Seward County, combined with Cloud County's upset win over Butler, helped the Blue Dragons secure one of the four opening-round byes for the upcoming Region VI Tournament. The Blue Dragons will play on Tuesday, March 11 in the second round of the Region 6 Tournament.
The Blue Dragons have been exceptional defensively in their three-game win streak. The Dragons are allowing only 58.6 points per game and opposing teams are shooting only 37.6 percent.
Over his last two games, freshman Bo Aldridge has averaged 23.0 points and 8.5 rebounds to lead Hutchinson in scoring.
Dodge City, winners of three-straight games and 7 of the last 10, is tied for eighth place in the KJCCC with a shot at being a host team in the first round that begins on Saturday.
The Blue Dragons steamrolled nationally ranked Coffeyville 92-77 on Saturday at Dodge City. The Conquistadors had five players in double figures led by Mynor Strong's 23 points against the Red Ravens.
After the team warm-up and before the National Anthem and introduction of starters, the six Blue Dragon sophomores -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/smith_kobe_85qc">Kobe Smith</a>, D.J. Dudley,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/arnold_khalil_9vae">Khalil Arnold</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/abdul-hamid_mikhail_7s9c">Mikhail Abdul-Hamid</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_isaiah_jg1r">Isaiah Jackson</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/thornton_jaquez_fh4s">Jaquez Thornton</a>&nbsp;and team manager Gavin Mills - will be honored in a brief ceremony.</div>