BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL Hutchinson (4-2, 0-0) at No. 1 Barton (5-0, 0-0) When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Tipoff:&nbsp;7:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 7:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575463" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network (PPV)</a> X: @bluedragonsport

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For the third-straight meeting, the Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team will play Barton with the Cougars as the No. 1-ranked team in the NJCAA.

The Blue Dragons and Cougars will open the KJCCC season at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Barton Gym in Great Bend.

This is the first time Hutchinson and Barton open a conference season since the 1995-96 season.

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 Daren Dunn (Analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live on the Cougar Sports Network, which is pay-per-view.

Last season, the Blue Dragons dropped three games to Barton, which included a pair of battles with the Cougars as the No. 1 team in the nation, the final game in the Region 6 Tournament championship game. In fact, the Blue Dragons have lost a series-record six games in a row to Barton.

The Blue Dragons fell out of the NJCAA Top 25 this week after going 4-2 in the non-conference season. The Dragons are still receiving votes after NOC-Enid upset the Blue Dragons 75-69 on Saturday in the final game of the Barton Classic in Great Bend. The Blue Dragon shot a season-low 41.5 percent against the Jets, including 2 of 22 from 3-point range, just 1 of 15 from distance in the second half.

Still, the Dragons have put up overall strong numbers in Kyle Fisher's first six games as Hutchinson's head coach. The Dragons are averaging 86.2 points per game offensively while shooting 48.8 percent from the field. The Dragons are shooting 35.6 percent from the 3-point line.

Hutchinson has been balanced offensively with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/thornton_jaquez_fh4s">Jaquez Thornton</a>&nbsp;leading the team at 14.2 points per game while shooting 58.8 percent from the field. Five players are currently averaging in double figures for HutchCC. D.J. Dudley averages 11.3 points, Bo Aldridge is at 10.5 points,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/abdul-hamid_mikhail_7s9c">Mikhail Abdul-Hamid</a>&nbsp;is at 10.2 points and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/cannon_bobby_1l4l">Bobby Cannon</a>&nbsp;is at 10.0 points per game.

Barton (5-0) is the defending NJCAA National champions and is riding 32-game winning streak.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732111933398.jpeg" alt="Bobby Cannon and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team opens the KJCCC season on the road at No. 1 Barton, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in Great Bend. (Steve Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
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 </figure>BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL Hutchinson (4-2, 0-0) at No. 1 Barton (5-0, 0-0) When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Tipoff:&nbsp;7:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 7:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575463" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network (PPV)</a> X: @bluedragonsport<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/files/Game_7_-_Barton_men.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationFor the third-straight meeting, the Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team will play Barton with the Cougars as the No. 1-ranked team in the NJCAA.The Blue Dragons and Cougars will open the KJCCC season at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Barton Gym in Great Bend.This is the first time Hutchinson and Barton open a conference season since the 1995-96 season.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 Daren Dunn (Analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live on the Cougar Sports Network, which is pay-per-view.Last season, the Blue Dragons dropped three games to Barton, which included a pair of battles with the Cougars as the No. 1 team in the nation, the final game in the Region 6 Tournament championship game. In fact, the Blue Dragons have lost a series-record six games in a row to Barton.The Blue Dragons fell out of the NJCAA Top 25 this week after going 4-2 in the non-conference season. The Dragons are still receiving votes after NOC-Enid upset the Blue Dragons 75-69 on Saturday in the final game of the Barton Classic in Great Bend. The Blue Dragon shot a season-low 41.5 percent against the Jets, including 2 of 22 from 3-point range, just 1 of 15 from distance in the second half.Still, the Dragons have put up overall strong numbers in Kyle Fisher's first six games as Hutchinson's head coach. The Dragons are averaging 86.2 points per game offensively while shooting 48.8 percent from the field. The Dragons are shooting 35.6 percent from the 3-point line.Hutchinson has been balanced offensively with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/thornton_jaquez_fh4s">Jaquez Thornton</a>&nbsp;leading the team at 14.2 points per game while shooting 58.8 percent from the field. Five players are currently averaging in double figures for HutchCC. D.J. Dudley averages 11.3 points, Bo Aldridge is at 10.5 points,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/abdul-hamid_mikhail_7s9c">Mikhail Abdul-Hamid</a>&nbsp;is at 10.2 points and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/cannon_bobby_1l4l">Bobby Cannon</a>&nbsp;is at 10.0 points per game.Barton (5-0) is the defending NJCAA National champions and is riding 32-game winning streak.

🏀 Hutch men open KJCCC play at No. 1 Barton

BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (6-0, 0-0) at Barton (4-2, 0-0) When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Tipoff: 5:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 5:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575446" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network (PPV)</a> X: @bluedragonsport

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The No. 1-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team begins its 24-game Jayhawk Conference marathon Wednesday night with a road trip to play the Barton Cougars.

The Blue Dragons (6-0, 0-0 KJCCC) and Cougars (4-2, 0-0 KJCCC) will tip off at 5:30 p.m. at the Barton Gym in Great Bend.

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 Daren Dunn (Analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live on the Cougar Sports Network, which is pay-per-view.

Hutchinson completed its non-conference season 6-0 - after wins over the Kansas Wesleyan JV and Redlands last weekend at the Barton Classic - to extend its school-record winning streak to 43 games. The Blue Dragons have also won 28-straight regular-season KJCCC games dating back to the 2022-23 season.

The Blue Dragons enter the league season averaging 84.0 points per game while shooting 43.3 percent from the field. Hutchinson is allowing 53.2 points and 34.8 percent shooting.

Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;leads the Blue Dragons in both scoring and rebounding at 17.8 points and 9.2 rebounds. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/katcher_brynne_qgrf">Brynne Katcher</a>&nbsp;is the only other Blue Dragon averaging in double figures at 10.7 points per game while shooting 53.7 percent from the field.

Barton opens its season with a pair of losses to No. 14 Odessa (66-63) and No. 3 New Mexico Junior College (86-38), but have reeled off four-straight wins since then. The Cougars defeated Redlands (87-60) and the Kansas Wesleyan JV (98-42) last week in the Barton Classic.

The Cougars are averaging 42.3 points offensively and 61.2 points defensively. Sophomore forward Vivian Onugha is averaging a double-double with 15.8 points and 13.8 rebounds per game.

The Blue Dragons will play their first two conference games on the road. Hutchinson travels to Goodland to play Fort Hays Tech Northwest at 2 p.m. CT on Saturday.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732111802423.jpeg" alt="Katie Duncan and the Blue Dragon women's basketball team opens KJCCC play on Wednesday at Barton with a 5:30 p.m. tipoff in the Barton Gym (Steve Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
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 </figure>BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (6-0, 0-0) at Barton (4-2, 0-0) When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Tipoff: 5:30 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 5:15 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575446" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network (PPV)</a> X: @bluedragonsport<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/files/Game_7_-_Barton_women.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe No. 1-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team begins its 24-game Jayhawk Conference marathon Wednesday night with a road trip to play the Barton Cougars.The Blue Dragons (6-0, 0-0 KJCCC) and Cougars (4-2, 0-0 KJCCC) will tip off at 5:30 p.m. at the Barton Gym in Great Bend.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 Daren Dunn (Analyst) calling the action. The game will be streamed live on the Cougar Sports Network, which is pay-per-view.Hutchinson completed its non-conference season 6-0 - after wins over the Kansas Wesleyan JV and Redlands last weekend at the Barton Classic - to extend its school-record winning streak to 43 games. The Blue Dragons have also won 28-straight regular-season KJCCC games dating back to the 2022-23 season.The Blue Dragons enter the league season averaging 84.0 points per game while shooting 43.3 percent from the field. Hutchinson is allowing 53.2 points and 34.8 percent shooting.Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;leads the Blue Dragons in both scoring and rebounding at 17.8 points and 9.2 rebounds. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/katcher_brynne_qgrf">Brynne Katcher</a>&nbsp;is the only other Blue Dragon averaging in double figures at 10.7 points per game while shooting 53.7 percent from the field.Barton opens its season with a pair of losses to No. 14 Odessa (66-63) and No. 3 New Mexico Junior College (86-38), but have reeled off four-straight wins since then. The Cougars defeated Redlands (87-60) and the Kansas Wesleyan JV (98-42) last week in the Barton Classic.The Cougars are averaging 42.3 points offensively and 61.2 points defensively. Sophomore forward Vivian Onugha is averaging a double-double with 15.8 points and 13.8 rebounds per game.The Blue Dragons will play their first two conference games on the road. Hutchinson travels to Goodland to play Fort Hays Tech Northwest at 2 p.m. CT on Saturday.

🏀 No. 1 HutchCC women open conference play at Barton

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As part of American Education Week, Hutchinson USD 308 brought some students from Hutchinson Community College over to Graber Elementary as part of their Educator for a Day this year.

"We had six students from HutchCC come over and tour Graber," said spokesperson Stacy Goss. They got a tour of the school. They met with the Mini Sweet Treat, which is just about to kick off at Graber."

Goss said she was impressed with the questions the college students asked the elementary kids.

"Those handful of students, I think there was about 15 students who participate, they give up their PE time or their recess time to participate in the Mini Sweet Treat and they're sitting there doing business plans," Goss said. "It's not like they're giving it up for something you would think is like really fun, but it's something that has piqued their interest and they're so excited about it."

USD 308 Superintendent Dr. Dawn Johnson said one of the goals is to see those local students finish and come teach in Hutchinson Public Schools.

"Whether they start with us as a student teacher or a paraeducator and go on, we do really want to work with them and our human resource department and through Stacy and through me to say that this is the best place that you could work in the state of Kansas," Johnson said. "We want you to come back."

Find out more about Hutchinson Public Schools at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usd308.com/">https://www.usd308.com/</a>.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — As part of American Education Week, Hutchinson USD 308 brought some students from Hutchinson Community College over to Graber Elementary as part of their Educator for a Day this year."We had six students from HutchCC come over and tour Graber," said spokesperson Stacy Goss. They got a tour of the school. They met with the Mini Sweet Treat, which is just about to kick off at Graber."Goss said she was impressed with the questions the college students asked the elementary kids."Those handful of students, I think there was about 15 students who participate, they give up their PE time or their recess time to participate in the Mini Sweet Treat and they're sitting there doing business plans," Goss said. "It's not like they're giving it up for something you would think is like really fun, but it's something that has piqued their interest and they're so excited about it."USD 308 Superintendent Dr. Dawn Johnson said one of the goals is to see those local students finish and come teach in Hutchinson Public Schools."Whether they start with us as a student teacher or a paraeducator and go on, we do really want to work with them and our human resource department and through Stacy and through me to say that this is the best place that you could work in the state of Kansas," Johnson said. "We want you to come back."Find out more about Hutchinson Public Schools at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.usd308.com/">https://www.usd308.com/</a>.

308 Educator for a Day brings in future educators

COLBY, Kan. – The final Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Football Player of the Week honors have been announced with Hutchinson’s Waymond Jordan Jr. (Offensive), Kedrick Walker (Defensive), and Butler’s Chevy Edwards (Special Teams) each earning the final awards of the season.

Offensive Player of the Week (Waymond Jordan Jr. - Hutchinson) -Waymond Jordan Jr., a sophomore running back from Pensacola, Florida, posted his eighth 100-yard rushing game of the season and jumped four spots on the Blue Dragon single-season rushing list to No. 7 in number two Hutchinson's 42-17 win over Garden City. For the game, Jordan rushed 22 times for 135 yards and one touchdown. Now with 1,332 yards for the season, the NJCAA's leading rusher moved into seventh place on the Blue Dragon single-season rushing list and is tied with Alvin Kamara for second in single-season rushing touchdowns with 18.

Defensive Player of the Week (Kedrick Walker - Hutchinson) –Sophomore linebacker Kedrick Walker had a career-high nine tackles in leading the number two ranked Blue Dragons defensively in a 42-17 victory over Garden City on Saturday. Walker had seven solo tackles and a key tackle on a Garden City fourth-down play in the first half with the game tied at 7-7.

Special Teams Player of the Week (Chevy Edwards - Butler) –Edwards finished with five punts in a 7-3 win over Iowa Central and had a 41.6-yard average. He had a long of 53 and put one punt inside the 20. He punted impressively despite wind gusts up to 25 mph throughout the game.&nbsp;

Other Offensive Players Nominated:None&nbsp;

Other Defensive Players Nominated:None&nbsp;

Other Special Teams Players Nominated: Kordell Gouldsby - Hutchinson

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 </figure>KJCCCCOLBY, Kan. – The final Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Football Player of the Week honors have been announced with Hutchinson’s Waymond Jordan Jr. (Offensive), Kedrick Walker (Defensive), and Butler’s Chevy Edwards (Special Teams) each earning the final awards of the season.Offensive Player of the Week (Waymond Jordan Jr. - Hutchinson) -Waymond Jordan Jr., a sophomore running back from Pensacola, Florida, posted his eighth 100-yard rushing game of the season and jumped four spots on the Blue Dragon single-season rushing list to No. 7 in number two Hutchinson's 42-17 win over Garden City. For the game, Jordan rushed 22 times for 135 yards and one touchdown. Now with 1,332 yards for the season, the NJCAA's leading rusher moved into seventh place on the Blue Dragon single-season rushing list and is tied with Alvin Kamara for second in single-season rushing touchdowns with 18.Defensive Player of the Week (Kedrick Walker - Hutchinson) –Sophomore linebacker Kedrick Walker had a career-high nine tackles in leading the number two ranked Blue Dragons defensively in a 42-17 victory over Garden City on Saturday. Walker had seven solo tackles and a key tackle on a Garden City fourth-down play in the first half with the game tied at 7-7.Special Teams Player of the Week (Chevy Edwards - Butler) –Edwards finished with five punts in a 7-3 win over Iowa Central and had a 41.6-yard average. He had a long of 53 and put one punt inside the 20. He punted impressively despite wind gusts up to 25 mph throughout the game.&nbsp;Other Offensive Players Nominated:None&nbsp;Other Defensive Players Nominated:None&nbsp;Other Special Teams Players Nominated: Kordell Gouldsby - Hutchinson

🏈 HutchCC's Jordan Jr., Walker named KJCCC Players of the Week

Theodore Lee “Ted” Pankratz, 92, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, died November 17, 2024, in Hester Care Center at Wesley Towers. &nbsp;He was born August 18, 1932, in Van Nuys, CA, to Theodore Roosevelt and Ella Sonora (Unrau) Pankratz.

Ted graduated from Inola High School, Inola, OK, in 1950. &nbsp;After a short time at Bethel College ended by a polio illness he returned home. &nbsp;His love for agriculture and the land was evidenced by the jobs he chose throughout his life. &nbsp;He spent eight years working for John Deere company in the fertilizer division in Pryor, OK which was sold in 1964. Ted then spent time overseeing bulk fertilizer plant construction and a grain terminal in Enid, OK. &nbsp;After managing a large farm and grain elevator in Southeast Kansas, he moved back to Enid to manage the John Deere dealership. &nbsp;While working for the Long Family dealership he bought land and began farming, eventually moving to a full-time farm and livestock operation. &nbsp;Ted was an entrepreneur, evidenced by his last business venture, owning the John Deere dealership in Hutchinson, KS with all the family working together at Pankratz Implement. &nbsp;When he sold it to his son in 1998, he returned to full time farming and harvested his last wheat crop in 2020 at the age of 88. Ted loved to work, to improve his farm and grow his business. &nbsp;When he had free time, it was spent traveling with Marge and friends, collecting antique tools, John Deere memorabilia and grain scales. &nbsp;His commitment was always to care for his family and engage with them in their activities. &nbsp;Despite some health challenges he continued as an avid reader and learner. Ted was truly a steward of not only the land, but of his family. &nbsp;He was a member of Journey Mennonite Church in South Hutchinson.&nbsp;

On November 28, 1952, he married the love of his life, Marjorie Joy “Marge” Springer, in Inola, OK. &nbsp;She was his partner wherever work took them and they raised their family together engaging in church activities and leadership.&nbsp;

Ted is survived by: his wife of almost 72 years, Marge Pankratz; daughter, Linda Barkley (Jim), and Darrell Pankratz (Mary), all of Hutchinson; brothers, Harry Pankratz and Bill Pankratz (Liz), all of Inola, OK; grandchildren, Kyle Ratzlaff (Melisssa), Justin Ratzlaff, Caitlin Peterson (Adam), Reed Pankratz (Annie), and Macki Deck (Dillon); and great-grandchildren, Kade Ratzlaff, Kameron Ratzlaff, Jax Peterson, Brecklyn Peterson, Maci Peterson, Leo Deck, and Millie Deck.

Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. Friday, at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at Journey Mennonite Church, 808 S. Poplar, South Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;Private family burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Ted’s Celebration of Life service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 6, 2024, at Journey Mennonite Church in South Hutchinson (Journey@South Hutch).

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Mennonite Central Committee or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

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 </figure>Theodore Lee “Ted” Pankratz, 92, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, died November 17, 2024, in Hester Care Center at Wesley Towers. &nbsp;He was born August 18, 1932, in Van Nuys, CA, to Theodore Roosevelt and Ella Sonora (Unrau) Pankratz.Ted graduated from Inola High School, Inola, OK, in 1950. &nbsp;After a short time at Bethel College ended by a polio illness he returned home. &nbsp;His love for agriculture and the land was evidenced by the jobs he chose throughout his life. &nbsp;He spent eight years working for John Deere company in the fertilizer division in Pryor, OK which was sold in 1964. Ted then spent time overseeing bulk fertilizer plant construction and a grain terminal in Enid, OK. &nbsp;After managing a large farm and grain elevator in Southeast Kansas, he moved back to Enid to manage the John Deere dealership. &nbsp;While working for the Long Family dealership he bought land and began farming, eventually moving to a full-time farm and livestock operation. &nbsp;Ted was an entrepreneur, evidenced by his last business venture, owning the John Deere dealership in Hutchinson, KS with all the family working together at Pankratz Implement. &nbsp;When he sold it to his son in 1998, he returned to full time farming and harvested his last wheat crop in 2020 at the age of 88. Ted loved to work, to improve his farm and grow his business. &nbsp;When he had free time, it was spent traveling with Marge and friends, collecting antique tools, John Deere memorabilia and grain scales. &nbsp;His commitment was always to care for his family and engage with them in their activities. &nbsp;Despite some health challenges he continued as an avid reader and learner. Ted was truly a steward of not only the land, but of his family. &nbsp;He was a member of Journey Mennonite Church in South Hutchinson.&nbsp;On November 28, 1952, he married the love of his life, Marjorie Joy “Marge” Springer, in Inola, OK. &nbsp;She was his partner wherever work took them and they raised their family together engaging in church activities and leadership.&nbsp;Ted is survived by: his wife of almost 72 years, Marge Pankratz; daughter, Linda Barkley (Jim), and Darrell Pankratz (Mary), all of Hutchinson; brothers, Harry Pankratz and Bill Pankratz (Liz), all of Inola, OK; grandchildren, Kyle Ratzlaff (Melisssa), Justin Ratzlaff, Caitlin Peterson (Adam), Reed Pankratz (Annie), and Macki Deck (Dillon); and great-grandchildren, Kade Ratzlaff, Kameron Ratzlaff, Jax Peterson, Brecklyn Peterson, Maci Peterson, Leo Deck, and Millie Deck.He was preceded in death by his parents.Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. Friday, at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at Journey Mennonite Church, 808 S. Poplar, South Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;Private family burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Ted’s Celebration of Life service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 6, 2024, at Journey Mennonite Church in South Hutchinson (Journey@South Hutch).In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Mennonite Central Committee or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

Theodore Lee “Ted” Pankratz |1932-2024|

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Saturday's 42-17 victory over Garden City had a very positive effect for the Hutchinson Community College football team in Monday's release of the NJCAA Division I Rankings.

The 9-1 Blue Dragons are now in sole possession of second place in the latest rankings. Last week, Hutchinson and Georgia Military were tied for second with 135 poll points each.

The new poll had the Blue Dragons firmly in second place with 138 points. Hutchinson earned two first-place votes this week. Georgia Military (10-1), which completed its regular season last week, is third with 129 points and Mississippi champion Northwest Mississippi is fourth. Iowa Western remained in the top spot after a narrow 21-14 win on Saturday at Highland.

The top four teams in the national rankings receive bids to play in the NJCAA National Playoffs, with the top two teams in the poll earning home games.

There is one week left in the regular season and just two games are on the schedule … Coffeyville played at Butler in a weather-make-up game in El Dorado. Then, No. 6 Navarro plays at No. 7 Tyler in the SWJCFC Championship game.

Now ranked in 46-straight polls, the current run of consecutive appearances is the longest in program history. The previous longest run was 45 set from 2010 to 2013.

The Dragons have been ranked the nation's Top 3 for 42 consecutive polls.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.njcaa.org/sports/fball/rankings/DI/index" target="_blank">CLICK FOR COMPLETE NJCAA DIVISION I FOOTBALL RANKINGS</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationSaturday's 42-17 victory over Garden City had a very positive effect for the Hutchinson Community College football team in Monday's release of the NJCAA Division I Rankings.The 9-1 Blue Dragons are now in sole possession of second place in the latest rankings. Last week, Hutchinson and Georgia Military were tied for second with 135 poll points each.The new poll had the Blue Dragons firmly in second place with 138 points. Hutchinson earned two first-place votes this week. Georgia Military (10-1), which completed its regular season last week, is third with 129 points and Mississippi champion Northwest Mississippi is fourth. Iowa Western remained in the top spot after a narrow 21-14 win on Saturday at Highland.The top four teams in the national rankings receive bids to play in the NJCAA National Playoffs, with the top two teams in the poll earning home games.There is one week left in the regular season and just two games are on the schedule … Coffeyville played at Butler in a weather-make-up game in El Dorado. Then, No. 6 Navarro plays at No. 7 Tyler in the SWJCFC Championship game.Now ranked in 46-straight polls, the current run of consecutive appearances is the longest in program history. The previous longest run was 45 set from 2010 to 2013.The Dragons have been ranked the nation's Top 3 for 42 consecutive polls.

🏈 Blue Dragons now in sole possession of No. 2 in poll

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With six-straight victories to open the 2024-25 season, the Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team claimed the No. 1 spot in the NJCAA Division I Rankings for the second-straight regular-season poll.

The Blue Dragons defeated the Kansas Wesleyan JV (85-54) and Redlands (81-59) in the Barton Classic this weekend to bump their record to 6-0, extending their winning streak to 43 games.

This week the Dragons open Jayhawk Conference play with a pair of road tests at Barton (4-2) and Fort Hays Tech Northwest (0-4), formerly known as Northwest Kansas Tech at 2 p.m. CT on Saturday in Goodland.

The Top 11 teams from last week all won last weeks and stayed exactly the save. No. 12 Cochise was the highest-ranked women's team to lose last week and fell to No. 16.

The Top 5 remains Hutchinson, Northwest Tech, New Mexico Junior College, Wabash Valley and Gulf Coast State.

The KJCCC is well represented this week. Dodge City remains No. 9 and Butler jumps into the rankings at No. 24.

The Blue Dragons have now been ranked No. 1 in seven consecutive polls dating back to last season. They have appeared in 17 consecutive rankings dating back to the first regular-season poll of the 2023-24 season.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.njcaa.org/sports/wbkb/rankings/DI/index" target="_blank">CLICK FOR COMPLETE NJCAA DIVISION I WOMEN'S BASKETBALL RANKINGS</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationWith six-straight victories to open the 2024-25 season, the Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team claimed the No. 1 spot in the NJCAA Division I Rankings for the second-straight regular-season poll.The Blue Dragons defeated the Kansas Wesleyan JV (85-54) and Redlands (81-59) in the Barton Classic this weekend to bump their record to 6-0, extending their winning streak to 43 games.This week the Dragons open Jayhawk Conference play with a pair of road tests at Barton (4-2) and Fort Hays Tech Northwest (0-4), formerly known as Northwest Kansas Tech at 2 p.m. CT on Saturday in Goodland.The Top 11 teams from last week all won last weeks and stayed exactly the save. No. 12 Cochise was the highest-ranked women's team to lose last week and fell to No. 16.The Top 5 remains Hutchinson, Northwest Tech, New Mexico Junior College, Wabash Valley and Gulf Coast State.The KJCCC is well represented this week. Dodge City remains No. 9 and Butler jumps into the rankings at No. 24.The Blue Dragons have now been ranked No. 1 in seven consecutive polls dating back to last season. They have appeared in 17 consecutive rankings dating back to the first regular-season poll of the 2023-24 season.

🏀 HutchCC women remain No. 1 in nation

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Five members of the Hutchinson Community College volleyball team earned post-season recognition as members of the 2024 All-KJCCC Division I/All-Region 6 Volleyball teams.

Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/murphy_mckenzie_tghh">McKenzie Murphy</a>&nbsp;and freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/proctor_atlyn_7f6g">Atlyn Proctor</a>&nbsp;were named to the all-KJCCC/Region 6 second team. Freshmen Addy Foster and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/simmons_tiana_pzqy">Tiana Simmons</a>&nbsp;and sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/wilson_shelbi_f4d1">Shelbi Wilson</a>&nbsp;were honorable mention selections.

<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/murphy_mckenzie_tghh">McKenzie Murphy</a>&nbsp;– 2nd Team Murphy, a sophomore middle blocker from Fort Scott, was Hutchinson's leading blocker in 2024 with 1.06 blocks per set. She averaged 1.22 blocks per set against KJCCC competition this season.

Her 152 blocks this season ranked 15th in team single-season history. Murphy's 297 career blocks rank sixth in program history.

Offensively, Murphy hit .247 and averaged 1.24 kills per set. She had a season-high nine kills against both Cloud County and Seward County. She posted season highs of eight blocks against Neosho County and Pratt.

Murphy is a two-year all-KJCCC selection. She was honorable mention all-conference as a freshman in 2023.

<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/proctor_atlyn_7f6g">Atlyn Proctor</a>&nbsp;– 2nd Team A freshman outside hitter from Nelson, British Columbia, Canada was the Blue Dragons' leading hitter this season. Proctor averaged 2.96 kills per set on 1.85 hitting. Proctor also averaged 0.74 dogs and 0.39 blocks per set.

Proctor reached double figures in kills 21 times, breaking the 20-kill mark three. She had 22 kills on .288 hitting against Vincennes University at the Cardinal Classic in Park Hills, Missouri. She had 21 kills on a season-high .459 attack percentage against Pratt. Proctor also tallied 21 kills on .457 hitting against Butler.

Proctor posted five double-doubles this season, getting a season-high 18 digs against the Friends JV.

Addy Foster – Honorable Mention Foster, a freshman libero from Derby, set a Blue Dragon freshman record for digs and ended up No. 2 on Hutchinson's single-season digs list.

Foster racked up 664 total digs this season, averaging 4.54 digs per set. Those 664 digs were second on the single-season list to Mariana Blum's 731 in 2004. Foster's 4.54 digs-per-set average ranked sixth overall and third on the freshman list.

Foster had double figures in digs in 36 or 40 matches this season. She had eight matches surpassing 20 digs, including a season-high 28 digs against Vincennes University on October 11. Foster had 25 digs in a five-setter against Dodge City on October 9 and 25 digs in a four-set win over McCook on September 20.

<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/simmons_tiana_pzqy">Tiana Simmons</a>&nbsp;– Honorable Mention The redshirt freshman right-side hitter from Stillwell, Kansas, averaged 2.56 kills on 2.08 hitting this season. She also averaged 1.64 digs and 0.57 blocks.

Simmons had a season-high 18 kills twice – the first vs. McCook when she hit .318 for the match and added 16 digs. The second was against the McPherson JV. Simmons had double figures in kills in 14 of 36 matches played.

Simmons had three double-doubles this season.

<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/wilson_shelbi_f4d1">Shelbi Wilson</a>&nbsp;– Honorable Mention The sophomore from Columbus, Kansas, averaged 6.60 assists per set running primarily a 6-2 offense this season. Wilson also averaged 19.2 digs and had 37 service aces this season.

Wilson had a season-high 45 assists in a four-set match vs. Butler on October 23. She had 40 assists in a five-set battle with Vincennes.

Posting a season-high 12 digs vs. Dodge City on October 9, Wilson had three double-doubles this season.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731964159831.jpeg" alt="(l to r) Shelbi Wilson, Addy Foster, McKenzie Murphy, Atlyn Proctor and Tiana Simmons are Blue Dragon volleyball players who earned all-KJCCC/Region 6 honors." />
 <figcaption>(l to r) Shelbi Wilson, Addy Foster, McKenzie Murphy, Atlyn Proctor and Tiana Simmons are Blue Dragon volleyball players who earned all-KJCCC/Region 6 honors.</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/files/2024_All-Conference_Volleyball.pdf">CLICK FOR COMPLETE 2024 ALL-KJCCC/REGION 6 DIVISION I VOLLEYBALL TEAMS</a>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationFive members of the Hutchinson Community College volleyball team earned post-season recognition as members of the 2024 All-KJCCC Division I/All-Region 6 Volleyball teams.Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/murphy_mckenzie_tghh">McKenzie Murphy</a>&nbsp;and freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/proctor_atlyn_7f6g">Atlyn Proctor</a>&nbsp;were named to the all-KJCCC/Region 6 second team. Freshmen Addy Foster and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/simmons_tiana_pzqy">Tiana Simmons</a>&nbsp;and sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/wilson_shelbi_f4d1">Shelbi Wilson</a>&nbsp;were honorable mention selections.<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/murphy_mckenzie_tghh">McKenzie Murphy</a>&nbsp;– 2nd Team Murphy, a sophomore middle blocker from Fort Scott, was Hutchinson's leading blocker in 2024 with 1.06 blocks per set. She averaged 1.22 blocks per set against KJCCC competition this season.Her 152 blocks this season ranked 15th in team single-season history. Murphy's 297 career blocks rank sixth in program history.Offensively, Murphy hit .247 and averaged 1.24 kills per set. She had a season-high nine kills against both Cloud County and Seward County. She posted season highs of eight blocks against Neosho County and Pratt.Murphy is a two-year all-KJCCC selection. She was honorable mention all-conference as a freshman in 2023.<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/proctor_atlyn_7f6g">Atlyn Proctor</a>&nbsp;– 2nd Team A freshman outside hitter from Nelson, British Columbia, Canada was the Blue Dragons' leading hitter this season. Proctor averaged 2.96 kills per set on 1.85 hitting. Proctor also averaged 0.74 dogs and 0.39 blocks per set.Proctor reached double figures in kills 21 times, breaking the 20-kill mark three. She had 22 kills on .288 hitting against Vincennes University at the Cardinal Classic in Park Hills, Missouri. She had 21 kills on a season-high .459 attack percentage against Pratt. Proctor also tallied 21 kills on .457 hitting against Butler.Proctor posted five double-doubles this season, getting a season-high 18 digs against the Friends JV.Addy Foster – Honorable Mention Foster, a freshman libero from Derby, set a Blue Dragon freshman record for digs and ended up No. 2 on Hutchinson's single-season digs list.Foster racked up 664 total digs this season, averaging 4.54 digs per set. Those 664 digs were second on the single-season list to Mariana Blum's 731 in 2004. Foster's 4.54 digs-per-set average ranked sixth overall and third on the freshman list.Foster had double figures in digs in 36 or 40 matches this season. She had eight matches surpassing 20 digs, including a season-high 28 digs against Vincennes University on October 11. Foster had 25 digs in a five-setter against Dodge City on October 9 and 25 digs in a four-set win over McCook on September 20.<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/simmons_tiana_pzqy">Tiana Simmons</a>&nbsp;– Honorable Mention The redshirt freshman right-side hitter from Stillwell, Kansas, averaged 2.56 kills on 2.08 hitting this season. She also averaged 1.64 digs and 0.57 blocks.Simmons had a season-high 18 kills twice – the first vs. McCook when she hit .318 for the match and added 16 digs. The second was against the McPherson JV. Simmons had double figures in kills in 14 of 36 matches played.Simmons had three double-doubles this season.<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/bios/wilson_shelbi_f4d1">Shelbi Wilson</a>&nbsp;– Honorable Mention The sophomore from Columbus, Kansas, averaged 6.60 assists per set running primarily a 6-2 offense this season. Wilson also averaged 19.2 digs and had 37 service aces this season.Wilson had a season-high 45 assists in a four-set match vs. Butler on October 23. She had 40 assists in a five-set battle with Vincennes.Posting a season-high 12 digs vs. Dodge City on October 9, Wilson had three double-doubles this season.

🏐 Blue Dragons place 5 on All-KJCCC teams

Waleed Marwan Shaban, 34, passed November 14, 2024, in Kansas City, MO. He was born October 7, 1990, at Hutchinson Hospital, to Marwan Aref and Alissar Nasr Shaban.

Waleed graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2009. He attended Hutchinson Community College on a football scholarship. He graduated with honors from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a minor in computer engineering. Waleed was an entrepreneur and had many businesses including real estate, construction, insurance, and a car dealership. He enjoyed reading books on faith, watching movies, listening to music, and playing the piano. Waleed enjoyed taking things apart and rebuilding them better than before. Waleed was proud to be Lebanese.

He was a loving and devoted, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and cousin. Waleed was very close to his family and friends.

Waleed is survived by: his parents, Marwan and Alissar Shaban of Hutchinson; brother, Moeen (Jenna) Shaban of Andover; sisters, Abeer (Fady) Najjar and Randa (Brad) Wilson, both of Wichita; nieces and nephew, Liam Zerger, Dahlia Shaban, Sophia Najjar, Isabella Najjar, Maya Wilson, and Hannah Wilson; uncles, Ghassan (Nada) Shaban and Radwan (Nisreen) Shaban, both of Hutchinson; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins both in the United States and Lebanon.

He was preceded in death by: his paternal grandparents, Aref and Nazira Shaban; and maternal grandparents, Fouad and Sania Nasr.

Graveside service will be 12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 23, 2024, in the Buhler Municipal East Cemetery, 14842 E. 82nd Ave. Buhler. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2024 with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.

Memorials are suggested to Al Nabi Ayyoub Shrine in Lebanon, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Waleed Marwan Shaban, 34, passed November 14, 2024, in Kansas City, MO. He was born October 7, 1990, at Hutchinson Hospital, to Marwan Aref and Alissar Nasr Shaban.Waleed graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2009. He attended Hutchinson Community College on a football scholarship. He graduated with honors from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a minor in computer engineering. Waleed was an entrepreneur and had many businesses including real estate, construction, insurance, and a car dealership. He enjoyed reading books on faith, watching movies, listening to music, and playing the piano. Waleed enjoyed taking things apart and rebuilding them better than before. Waleed was proud to be Lebanese.He was a loving and devoted, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and cousin. Waleed was very close to his family and friends.Waleed is survived by: his parents, Marwan and Alissar Shaban of Hutchinson; brother, Moeen (Jenna) Shaban of Andover; sisters, Abeer (Fady) Najjar and Randa (Brad) Wilson, both of Wichita; nieces and nephew, Liam Zerger, Dahlia Shaban, Sophia Najjar, Isabella Najjar, Maya Wilson, and Hannah Wilson; uncles, Ghassan (Nada) Shaban and Radwan (Nisreen) Shaban, both of Hutchinson; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins both in the United States and Lebanon.He was preceded in death by: his paternal grandparents, Aref and Nazira Shaban; and maternal grandparents, Fouad and Sania Nasr.Graveside service will be 12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 23, 2024, in the Buhler Municipal East Cemetery, 14842 E. 82nd Ave. Buhler. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2024 with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.Memorials are suggested to Al Nabi Ayyoub Shrine in Lebanon, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

Waleed Marwan Shaban |1990-2024|

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GARDEN CITY, Kan. — The No. 2 Hutchinson Community College football team closed the regular season with a 42-17 win over Garden City at Broncbuster Stadium.

The Blue Dragons finish the regular season with a 9-1 record, going 5-1 in Jayhawk Conference play. The win also guarantees Hutchinson a spot in the NJCAA national semifinals, which will be played on Saturday, Dec. 7.

Hutchinson went into Saturday tied for second in the country with Georgia Military College, both teams receiving 150 points in the latest poll.

The top four teams in the final poll, which will be released next weekend, qualify for the national semifinals. The top two seeds will host the semifinal, with No. 1 hosting No. 4 and No. 2 hosting No. 3.

Waymond Jordan Jr. secured his eighth 100-plus yard rushing game of the season, going for 132 yards on 21 carries and a touchdown. Samari Collier threw for 116 yards and three scores.&nbsp;

Tre Brown hauled in three catches for 50 yards and two touchdowns to lead he receivers. Ben Prosper also hauled in a touchdown from 17 yards out.

The Blue Dragon defense finished the game with three takeaways, two interceptions and one fumble recovery. Hutchinson held Dejaun Lacy, who was second in the conference in rushing yards to just 51 yards on 18 carries, for under three yards per carry.

HutchCC held Garden City to 1 of 14 on third-down conversions.

No. 1 Iowa Western edged Highland, 21-14, while No. 4 NW Mississippi blasted No. 7 East Central, 34-7 to claim the MACCC title. The final NJCAA poll will be released next weekend, after the conclusion of the final two games still to be played.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/boxscores/20241116_jhrr.xml">BOX SCORE</a>GARDEN CITY, Kan. — The No. 2 Hutchinson Community College football team closed the regular season with a 42-17 win over Garden City at Broncbuster Stadium.The Blue Dragons finish the regular season with a 9-1 record, going 5-1 in Jayhawk Conference play. The win also guarantees Hutchinson a spot in the NJCAA national semifinals, which will be played on Saturday, Dec. 7.Hutchinson went into Saturday tied for second in the country with Georgia Military College, both teams receiving 150 points in the latest poll.The top four teams in the final poll, which will be released next weekend, qualify for the national semifinals. The top two seeds will host the semifinal, with No. 1 hosting No. 4 and No. 2 hosting No. 3.Waymond Jordan Jr. secured his eighth 100-plus yard rushing game of the season, going for 132 yards on 21 carries and a touchdown. Samari Collier threw for 116 yards and three scores.&nbsp;Tre Brown hauled in three catches for 50 yards and two touchdowns to lead he receivers. Ben Prosper also hauled in a touchdown from 17 yards out.The Blue Dragon defense finished the game with three takeaways, two interceptions and one fumble recovery. Hutchinson held Dejaun Lacy, who was second in the conference in rushing yards to just 51 yards on 18 carries, for under three yards per carry.HutchCC held Garden City to 1 of 14 on third-down conversions.No. 1 Iowa Western edged Highland, 21-14, while No. 4 NW Mississippi blasted No. 7 East Central, 34-7 to claim the MACCC title. The final NJCAA poll will be released next weekend, after the conclusion of the final two games still to be played.

🏈 HutchCC makes statement in regular season finale at Garden City

GREAT BEND, Kan. — No. 15 Hutchinson (4-1) hit the road for the first time this year for a neutral-court matchup against Truman College (Chicago).

The Dragons only turned the ball over nine times in a 98-59 victory.

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/6da43262-dd3b-44d9-b1c8-1cd4991ad313">Eighteen turnovers doomed the Dragons earlier in the week against Division II opponent KCK.</a>

Hutchinson used 55 bench points to pull away from the Falcons (0-2).

Quez Thornton, Kobe Smith and Khalil Arnold scored 45 of the team's 55 off the bench.

Thornton and Smith each scored 16, while Arnold added 13.

Mikhail Abdul-Hamid continued his hot-streak from distance by burying 5-0f-9 triples. Abdul-Hamid now has back-to-back games with five three-pointers.

The Dragons outrebounded the Falcons 44-32. Thornton led Hutchinson in rebounding with eight snags off the glass.

Michael Dempsey led Truman with 15 points and eight boards.

The Dragons forced 18 Falcon turnovers and turned them into 29 points.

Hutchinson returns to Great Bend for the Barton Best Western/Cougar Booster Club Basketball Classic for a 3 p.m. tipoff against NOC-Enid on Saturday.

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 </figure>GREAT BEND, Kan. — No. 15 Hutchinson (4-1) hit the road for the first time this year for a neutral-court matchup against Truman College (Chicago).The Dragons only turned the ball over nine times in a 98-59 victory.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/6da43262-dd3b-44d9-b1c8-1cd4991ad313">Eighteen turnovers doomed the Dragons earlier in the week against Division II opponent KCK.</a>Hutchinson used 55 bench points to pull away from the Falcons (0-2).Quez Thornton, Kobe Smith and Khalil Arnold scored 45 of the team's 55 off the bench.Thornton and Smith each scored 16, while Arnold added 13.Mikhail Abdul-Hamid continued his hot-streak from distance by burying 5-0f-9 triples. Abdul-Hamid now has back-to-back games with five three-pointers.The Dragons outrebounded the Falcons 44-32. Thornton led Hutchinson in rebounding with eight snags off the glass.Michael Dempsey led Truman with 15 points and eight boards.The Dragons forced 18 Falcon turnovers and turned them into 29 points.FINAL: Hutchinson 98 Truman 59Hutchinson returns to Great Bend for the Barton Best Western/Cougar Booster Club Basketball Classic for a 3 p.m. tipoff against NOC-Enid on Saturday.

🏀 MBB: Dragons get bounce-back win

The Hutchinson Community College football team looks to secure a spot in the NJCAA National Football Playoffs with a road trip to play the Garden City Broncbusters on Saturday in the 2024 regular-season finale.

The No. 2-ranked Blue Dragons (8-1, 4-1 KJCCC) and Broncbusters (1-9, 1-4 KJCCC) will square at 11 a.m. at Broncbuster Stadium.

Hutchinson enters the final week of the regular season tied for No. 2 in the latest NJCAA Division I Football Rankings with Georgia Military (10-1), which has already completed its season. Both teams have 135 poll points.

BLUE DRAGON FOOTBALL No. 2 Hutchinson (8-1, 4-1) at Garden City (1-9, 1-4) When: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Where: Broncbuster Stadium, Garden City Kickoff: 11:00 a.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9), 10:30 a.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Rob Dreher (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1571397">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 10:30 a.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/files/Game_10_-_Garden_City.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>

A victory would lock up a spot in the national playoffs for the fourth time in five seasons under head coach Drew Dallas. If the Blue Dragons could secure the outright No. 2 spot in the final regular-season poll, they would play host to a national semifinal at Gowans Stadium on the first weekend of December. If the Dragons slip to No. 3, they would be on the road for the semifinals.

The Blue Dragons got back into the win column last Saturday as&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>&nbsp;rushed for a career-high 213 yards on 24 carries and three touchdowns to lead Hutchinson to a 44-0 victory over Highland at Gowans Stadium. The Blue Dragons surpassed the 500-yard mark for total offense, while the Hutchinson defense posted its third shutout of the season, allowing only 136 total yards and just eight first downs..

Garden City enters play on Saturday after falling in a wild 49-45 battle against Iowa Central. There was a combined 839 total yards, 42 first downs and three lead changes in the game. Garden City running back Dejuan Lacey rushed for 193 yards and two touchdowns, while Tyler Nelson added 144 yards as Garden City rushed for 361 yards against the Tritons.

Two of the best overall rushing attacks will do battle on Saturday.

The Blue Dragons are No. 3 in the NJCAA in rushing at 260.2 yards per game. The Dragons 5.9 yards per carry is sixth in the nation and their 33 rushing touchdowns are third in the NJCAA. Jordan is the nation's leading individual rusher with 1,199 yards and an average of 133.2 yards per game with 17 touchdowns.

Lacy lead's Garden City's NJCAA-leading rushing offense, which averages 293.5 yards per game. Lacy ranks fourth in the NJCAA in individual rushing with 1,073 yards and 14 rushing touchdowns.

Both Hutchinson's Jordan and Garden City's Lacy have been NJCAA National Offensive Players of the Week this season.

How do each team's rushing defenses match up? The Blue Dragons are No. 4 in the NJCAA in rushing defense at 83.2 rushing yards allowed. Garden City ranks 17th in rushing defense, allowing 119.4 yards per game.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731693438299.jpeg" alt="The Blue Dragon defense has another big challenge in Garden City Saturday. Hutchinson and Garden City meet at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Broncbuster Stadium. (Andrew Carpenter/Digital Fox Photography)" />
 <figcaption>The Blue Dragon defense has another big challenge in Garden City Saturday. Hutchinson and Garden City meet at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Broncbuster Stadium. (Andrew Carpenter/Digital Fox Photography)</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe Hutchinson Community College football team looks to secure a spot in the NJCAA National Football Playoffs with a road trip to play the Garden City Broncbusters on Saturday in the 2024 regular-season finale.The No. 2-ranked Blue Dragons (8-1, 4-1 KJCCC) and Broncbusters (1-9, 1-4 KJCCC) will square at 11 a.m. at Broncbuster Stadium.Hutchinson enters the final week of the regular season tied for No. 2 in the latest NJCAA Division I Football Rankings with Georgia Military (10-1), which has already completed its season. Both teams have 135 poll points.BLUE DRAGON FOOTBALL No. 2 Hutchinson (8-1, 4-1) at Garden City (1-9, 1-4) When: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Where: Broncbuster Stadium, Garden City Kickoff: 11:00 a.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9), 10:30 a.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Rob Dreher (Analyst)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1571397">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 10:30 a.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/files/Game_10_-_Garden_City.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>A victory would lock up a spot in the national playoffs for the fourth time in five seasons under head coach Drew Dallas. If the Blue Dragons could secure the outright No. 2 spot in the final regular-season poll, they would play host to a national semifinal at Gowans Stadium on the first weekend of December. If the Dragons slip to No. 3, they would be on the road for the semifinals.The Blue Dragons got back into the win column last Saturday as&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>&nbsp;rushed for a career-high 213 yards on 24 carries and three touchdowns to lead Hutchinson to a 44-0 victory over Highland at Gowans Stadium. The Blue Dragons surpassed the 500-yard mark for total offense, while the Hutchinson defense posted its third shutout of the season, allowing only 136 total yards and just eight first downs..Garden City enters play on Saturday after falling in a wild 49-45 battle against Iowa Central. There was a combined 839 total yards, 42 first downs and three lead changes in the game. Garden City running back Dejuan Lacey rushed for 193 yards and two touchdowns, while Tyler Nelson added 144 yards as Garden City rushed for 361 yards against the Tritons.Two of the best overall rushing attacks will do battle on Saturday.The Blue Dragons are No. 3 in the NJCAA in rushing at 260.2 yards per game. The Dragons 5.9 yards per carry is sixth in the nation and their 33 rushing touchdowns are third in the NJCAA. Jordan is the nation's leading individual rusher with 1,199 yards and an average of 133.2 yards per game with 17 touchdowns.Lacy lead's Garden City's NJCAA-leading rushing offense, which averages 293.5 yards per game. Lacy ranks fourth in the NJCAA in individual rushing with 1,073 yards and 14 rushing touchdowns.Both Hutchinson's Jordan and Garden City's Lacy have been NJCAA National Offensive Players of the Week this season.How do each team's rushing defenses match up? The Blue Dragons are No. 4 in the NJCAA in rushing defense at 83.2 rushing yards allowed. Garden City ranks 17th in rushing defense, allowing 119.4 yards per game.

🏈 No. 2 Hutchinson closes regular season at Garden City Saturday

The No. 15-ranked Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team goes on the road for the first time this season for a pair of neutral site contests at the Barton Classic in Great Bend.

The Blue Dragons (3-1) take on Harry S. Truman College in Friday's 3 p.m. game. Hutchinson will meet NOC-Enid on at 3 p.m. on Saturday in the final non-conference game of the regular season.

BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL No. 15 Hutchinson (3-1) vs. Truman College (0-1) Barton Classic When: Friday, November 15, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Time: 3 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9), 2:45 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analysis)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575290" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network, 2:45 p.m.</a> Saturday Game: Hutchinson vs. NOC-Enid, 3 p.m. X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/files/Game_5-6_-_Barton_Classic_-_Men.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>

Both games will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450.98.5) beginning at 2:45 p.m. each Day. Sean Boston (PBP) and Daren Dunn (color) will call the action on Friday. Dunn (PBP) and Dan Naccarato (color) will be the broadcast team on Saturday. Both games will be streamed for free on the Cougar Sports Network.

The Blue Dragons look to rebound for their first loss of the season - a 79-75 setback to Kansas City at the Sports Arena. The Dragons led by six points at halftime, but were done in by a season-low shot percentage and 18 turnovers.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/abdul-hamid_mikhail_7s9c">Mikhail Abdul-Hamid</a>&nbsp;sank 5 of 7 shots from 3-point range to lead the Blue Dragons with 17 points.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/thornton_jaquez_fh4s">Jaquez Thornton</a>&nbsp;finished with 16 points.

The Blue Dragons will meet Harry S. Truman for the first time ever on Friday. The Falcons (0-1) are a Division I Region 4 team based out of Chicago. NOC-Enid, Saturday's opponent, is off to a 4-1 start to the season.

The Blue Dragons will actually play three-straight games at the Barton Gym over a span of five days. After the Barton Classic this weekend, the Blue Dragons return to Great Bend on Wednesday to open Jayhawk Conference play against the No. 2-ranked Barton Cougars.

The Blue Dragons are currently ranked seventh in the KJCCC in scoring offense at 87.5 points per game. The Dragons are No. 2 in field-goal percentage at 50.9 percent. They lead the KJCCC in 3-point efficiency at 40.5 percent and are fifth in free-throw shootings at 73.9 percent.

The Dragons rank fifth in the KJCCC in scoring defense at 71.5 points per game allowed. The Dragons rank sixth in field-goal defense at 38.9 percent and is ninth in 3-point defense at 31.1 percent.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731683131331.jpeg" alt="D.J. Dudley and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team plays Truman and NOC-Enid this weekend at the Barton Classic in Great Bend. (Paityn Kaminkow/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
 <figcaption>D.J. Dudley and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team plays Truman and NOC-Enid this weekend at the Barton Classic in Great Bend. (Paityn Kaminkow/Blue Dragon Sports Information)</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe No. 15-ranked Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team goes on the road for the first time this season for a pair of neutral site contests at the Barton Classic in Great Bend.The Blue Dragons (3-1) take on Harry S. Truman College in Friday's 3 p.m. game. Hutchinson will meet NOC-Enid on at 3 p.m. on Saturday in the final non-conference game of the regular season.BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL No. 15 Hutchinson (3-1) vs. Truman College (0-1) Barton Classic When: Friday, November 15, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Time: 3 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9), 2:45 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analysis)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575290" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network, 2:45 p.m.</a> Saturday Game: Hutchinson vs. NOC-Enid, 3 p.m. X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/files/Game_5-6_-_Barton_Classic_-_Men.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>Both games will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450.98.5) beginning at 2:45 p.m. each Day. Sean Boston (PBP) and Daren Dunn (color) will call the action on Friday. Dunn (PBP) and Dan Naccarato (color) will be the broadcast team on Saturday. Both games will be streamed for free on the Cougar Sports Network.The Blue Dragons look to rebound for their first loss of the season - a 79-75 setback to Kansas City at the Sports Arena. The Dragons led by six points at halftime, but were done in by a season-low shot percentage and 18 turnovers.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/abdul-hamid_mikhail_7s9c">Mikhail Abdul-Hamid</a>&nbsp;sank 5 of 7 shots from 3-point range to lead the Blue Dragons with 17 points.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2024-25/bios/thornton_jaquez_fh4s">Jaquez Thornton</a>&nbsp;finished with 16 points.The Blue Dragons will meet Harry S. Truman for the first time ever on Friday. The Falcons (0-1) are a Division I Region 4 team based out of Chicago. NOC-Enid, Saturday's opponent, is off to a 4-1 start to the season.The Blue Dragons will actually play three-straight games at the Barton Gym over a span of five days. After the Barton Classic this weekend, the Blue Dragons return to Great Bend on Wednesday to open Jayhawk Conference play against the No. 2-ranked Barton Cougars.The Blue Dragons are currently ranked seventh in the KJCCC in scoring offense at 87.5 points per game. The Dragons are No. 2 in field-goal percentage at 50.9 percent. They lead the KJCCC in 3-point efficiency at 40.5 percent and are fifth in free-throw shootings at 73.9 percent.The Dragons rank fifth in the KJCCC in scoring defense at 71.5 points per game allowed. The Dragons rank sixth in field-goal defense at 38.9 percent and is ninth in 3-point defense at 31.1 percent.

🏀 No. 15 HutchCC goes on the road for the first time this season

The top-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team closes out the non-conference portion of the 2024-25 schedule this weekend with a pair of games at the Barton Classic in Great Bend.

The Blue Dragons (4-0) will play the Kansas Wesleyan JV at 1 p.m. on Friday and Redlands at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Barton Gym.

BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (4-0) vs. Kansas Wesleyan JV (1-3) Barton Classic When: Friday, November 15, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Time: 1 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9), 12:45 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analysis)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575241" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network, 12:45 p.m.</a> Saturday Game: Hutchinson vs. Redlands, 1 p.m. X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/files/Games_5-6_-_Barton_Classic_-_Women.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>

Both games will be broadcast on Eagle radio. Friday's game will be on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) at 12:45 p.m. with Sean Boston (PBP) and Daren Dunn (color) calling the action. Saturdays game will be on KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) with Dunn (PBP) and Dan Naccarato (color) as the broadcast team. Both game will be streamed for free by the Cougar Sports Network.

The Blue Dragons survived a Murray State upset bid last Saturday at the Sports Arena in a 69-68 Hutchinson win to close out the BSN Sports Tip-Off Classic. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;tied her career high with 30 points and had nine rebounds to lead the Blue Dragons.

The Kansas Wesleyan JV (1-3) is a replacement for original Classic entry Gogebic Community College, which pulled out of the weekend early in the week. Saturday's matchup vs. Redlands is the third-straight year the Dragons and Cougars play in Great Bend.

Offensively, the Blue Dragons are fourth in the KJCCC in scoring at 84.5 points per game. The Dragons are fourth in field-goal shooting at 42.3 percent. seventh from the 3-point line at 28.6 percent and third in the KJCCC at the free-throw line at 70.5 percent.

Defensively, the Dragons are sixth in scoring allowing 51.5 points per game. They rank sixth in the KJCCC in shooting defense at 32.6 percent and tied for sixth in 3-point defense at 25.0 percent.

Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;is currently the fourth-leading scorer in the KJCCC at 19.3 points per game. Her 9.8 rebounds per game is sixth in the KJCCC. Jackson has two 3-point-point games and two double-doubles this season.

Freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/alexander_dylan_dasd">Dylan Alexander</a>&nbsp;is seventh in the KJCCC in free-throw shooting at 80.9 percent.

Sophomores&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/forbes_landon_o30r">Landon Forbes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/pleasant_jada_y7vs">Jada Pleasant</a>&nbsp;are tied for fifth in the KJCCC in assists at 4.3 per game.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731682904877.jpeg" alt="Katie Duncan and the Blue Dragon women's basketball team play the Kansas Wesleyan JV and Redlands this weekend at the Barton Classic in Great Bend. (Paityn Kaminkow/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
 <figcaption>Katie Duncan and the Blue Dragon women's basketball team play the Kansas Wesleyan JV and Redlands this weekend at the Barton Classic in Great Bend. (Paityn Kaminkow/Blue Dragon Sports Information)</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe top-ranked Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team closes out the non-conference portion of the 2024-25 schedule this weekend with a pair of games at the Barton Classic in Great Bend.The Blue Dragons (4-0) will play the Kansas Wesleyan JV at 1 p.m. on Friday and Redlands at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Barton Gym.BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (4-0) vs. Kansas Wesleyan JV (1-3) Barton Classic When: Friday, November 15, 2024 Where: Barton Gym, Great Bend, KS Time: 1 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank">KHUT-FM (102.9), 12:45 p.m. - Sean Boston (PBP); Daren Dunn (Analysis)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=1575241" target="_blank">Cougar Sports Network, 12:45 p.m.</a> Saturday Game: Hutchinson vs. Redlands, 1 p.m. X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/files/Games_5-6_-_Barton_Classic_-_Women.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a>Both games will be broadcast on Eagle radio. Friday's game will be on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) at 12:45 p.m. with Sean Boston (PBP) and Daren Dunn (color) calling the action. Saturdays game will be on KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) with Dunn (PBP) and Dan Naccarato (color) as the broadcast team. Both game will be streamed for free by the Cougar Sports Network.The Blue Dragons survived a Murray State upset bid last Saturday at the Sports Arena in a 69-68 Hutchinson win to close out the BSN Sports Tip-Off Classic. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;tied her career high with 30 points and had nine rebounds to lead the Blue Dragons.The Kansas Wesleyan JV (1-3) is a replacement for original Classic entry Gogebic Community College, which pulled out of the weekend early in the week. Saturday's matchup vs. Redlands is the third-straight year the Dragons and Cougars play in Great Bend.Offensively, the Blue Dragons are fourth in the KJCCC in scoring at 84.5 points per game. The Dragons are fourth in field-goal shooting at 42.3 percent. seventh from the 3-point line at 28.6 percent and third in the KJCCC at the free-throw line at 70.5 percent.Defensively, the Dragons are sixth in scoring allowing 51.5 points per game. They rank sixth in the KJCCC in shooting defense at 32.6 percent and tied for sixth in 3-point defense at 25.0 percent.Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/jackson_hailey_q6t6">Hailey Jackson</a>&nbsp;is currently the fourth-leading scorer in the KJCCC at 19.3 points per game. Her 9.8 rebounds per game is sixth in the KJCCC. Jackson has two 3-point-point games and two double-doubles this season.Freshman&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/alexander_dylan_dasd">Dylan Alexander</a>&nbsp;is seventh in the KJCCC in free-throw shooting at 80.9 percent.Sophomores&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/forbes_landon_o30r">Landon Forbes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2024-25/bios/pleasant_jada_y7vs">Jada Pleasant</a>&nbsp;are tied for fifth in the KJCCC in assists at 4.3 per game.

🏀 No. 1 Blue Dragons close out non-con with pair of neutral-site games 

Joeley James (Joe) Rohling, 34, died August 20, 2023, at his home in Lawrence, KS. He was born July 4, 1989, in Hutchinson, to Gary Lee and Cynthia J. (Hatcher) Rohling.&nbsp;

Formerly of Hutchinson, Joe graduated from Millard West High School, Omaha, NE, in 2007. He attended University of Nebraska in Omaha. He worked in sales for a food service company in Omaha and Lawrence.

Joe was a huge sports fan, especially NFL football and college basketball. He also enjoyed playing golf with his brother, Riley, and their mutual friends.

Joe is survived by his mother and stepfather, Cindy Shufelberger (Steve) of Lawrence; sister, Bayley Rohling, of Lawrence; brother and sister-in-law, Riley and Beth Rohling, of Papillion, NE; brother, Shaun Shufelberger, of Kansas City, MO; sister, Sara Shufelberger Luna, of Topeka; grandfather, Duane Shufelberger, of Topeka; nieces, Victoria Valencia, Mackenzie, Jaybe and Alexis Shufelberger; nephew, Isaiah Luna; and many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 29, at Elliott Mortuary. A short memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Father Jerome Spexarth.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Valley Hope of Omaha, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731682564216.jpeg" alt="Joeley (Joe) James Rohling" />
 <figcaption>Joeley (Joe) James Rohling</figcaption>
 </figure>Joeley James (Joe) Rohling, 34, died August 20, 2023, at his home in Lawrence, KS. He was born July 4, 1989, in Hutchinson, to Gary Lee and Cynthia J. (Hatcher) Rohling.&nbsp;Formerly of Hutchinson, Joe graduated from Millard West High School, Omaha, NE, in 2007. He attended University of Nebraska in Omaha. He worked in sales for a food service company in Omaha and Lawrence.Joe was a huge sports fan, especially NFL football and college basketball. He also enjoyed playing golf with his brother, Riley, and their mutual friends.Joe is survived by his mother and stepfather, Cindy Shufelberger (Steve) of Lawrence; sister, Bayley Rohling, of Lawrence; brother and sister-in-law, Riley and Beth Rohling, of Papillion, NE; brother, Shaun Shufelberger, of Kansas City, MO; sister, Sara Shufelberger Luna, of Topeka; grandfather, Duane Shufelberger, of Topeka; nieces, Victoria Valencia, Mackenzie, Jaybe and Alexis Shufelberger; nephew, Isaiah Luna; and many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins.He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 29, at Elliott Mortuary. A short memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Father Jerome Spexarth.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Valley Hope of Omaha, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Joeley (Joe) James Rohling |1989 - 2023|

Judy Lynn Edwards, 70, of Hutchinson, passed away November 8, 2024, at Hospice House. She was born July 26, 1954, in Anthony, KS, to Robert and Jeanetta Rush Denton.

Judy graduated from Chaparral High School in Anthony. &nbsp;She took courses at Hutchinson Community College. She worked at Eaton/Cessna Hydraulics in Hutchinson for 30 years.

Judy was married to Otis Robinson, Jr. &nbsp;He passed away in 2003. &nbsp;She then married John Edwards. &nbsp;He passed away in 2011.

She thoroughly loved her granddaughters as well as shopping and her dogs.

Judy is survived by: her son, Tyronne Woodson (Gina Hildebrand) of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Kathleen Woodson, Isabella Nece, Catarine Nece, Jake Hildebrand and Connor Hildebrand; and sister, Jane Whisman. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by: her parents; husbands; daughter Laurinda “Renee” Denton; sister, JoEllen Meador; and brother, David Denton.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday November 15, 2024, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at 111 E. 12th Ave., Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;Inurnment will take place a t a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Judy Edwards Memorial Fund in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St., Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731610979927.jpeg" alt="Judy Lynn Edwards" />
 <figcaption>Judy Lynn Edwards</figcaption>
 </figure>Judy Lynn Edwards, 70, of Hutchinson, passed away November 8, 2024, at Hospice House. She was born July 26, 1954, in Anthony, KS, to Robert and Jeanetta Rush Denton.Judy graduated from Chaparral High School in Anthony. &nbsp;She took courses at Hutchinson Community College. She worked at Eaton/Cessna Hydraulics in Hutchinson for 30 years.Judy was married to Otis Robinson, Jr. &nbsp;He passed away in 2003. &nbsp;She then married John Edwards. &nbsp;He passed away in 2011.She thoroughly loved her granddaughters as well as shopping and her dogs.Judy is survived by: her son, Tyronne Woodson (Gina Hildebrand) of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Kathleen Woodson, Isabella Nece, Catarine Nece, Jake Hildebrand and Connor Hildebrand; and sister, Jane Whisman. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by: her parents; husbands; daughter Laurinda “Renee” Denton; sister, JoEllen Meador; and brother, David Denton.A Celebration of Life will be held Friday November 15, 2024, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at 111 E. 12th Ave., Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;Inurnment will take place a t a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Judy Edwards Memorial Fund in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St., Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

Judy Lynn Edwards |1954-2024|

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Step into a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and holiday cheer at Hometown Hutchinson Zoo's 9th annual holiday light show, Nights Before Christmas 2024. 

With festivities starting Dec.&nbsp; 12, join the Hutchinson Zoo for a spectacular showcase of lights that will dazzle and delight visitors of all ages. Thanks to the collaboration between the Blue Dragons of SkillsUSA and Hutchinson Community College, some of your favorite areas in the Zoo have been transformed into extraordinary displays through digital enhancements. 

Prepare to be mesmerized as the Zoo becomes a magical wonderland with dazzling lights and creative designs.After immersing yourself in the mesmerizing light show, be sure to warm up with some delicious cocoa and cookies, the perfect treat to share with family and friends. Don't forget to take the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus and share your holiday wishes!

The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 12-14, 20-21 and 27-28. 

Tickets are $10 per person. Children 3 years old and under get in free. 

Get your tickets today at&nbsp;<a href="http://hutchinsonzoo.org/163/Nights-Before-Christmas?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0LQhywEJZmK0B2CZ9efCCaSbhawvsg6BhSlVQn1z2YXX61gkLhOZLhKUs_aem_5XaN0QGZHkA6GfeZe3yr5A" target="_blank">http://hutchinsonzoo.org/163/Nights-Before-Christmas</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731580506920.jpeg" alt="Image Courtesy Hutchinson Zoo" />
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 </figure>Hutchinson ZooHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Step into a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and holiday cheer at Hometown Hutchinson Zoo's 9th annual holiday light show, Nights Before Christmas 2024. With festivities starting Dec.&nbsp; 12, join the Hutchinson Zoo for a spectacular showcase of lights that will dazzle and delight visitors of all ages. Thanks to the collaboration between the Blue Dragons of SkillsUSA and Hutchinson Community College, some of your favorite areas in the Zoo have been transformed into extraordinary displays through digital enhancements. Prepare to be mesmerized as the Zoo becomes a magical wonderland with dazzling lights and creative designs.After immersing yourself in the mesmerizing light show, be sure to warm up with some delicious cocoa and cookies, the perfect treat to share with family and friends. Don't forget to take the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus and share your holiday wishes!The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 12-14, 20-21 and 27-28. Tickets are $10 per person. Children 3 years old and under get in free. Get your tickets today at&nbsp;<a href="http://hutchinsonzoo.org/163/Nights-Before-Christmas?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0LQhywEJZmK0B2CZ9efCCaSbhawvsg6BhSlVQn1z2YXX61gkLhOZLhKUs_aem_5XaN0QGZHkA6GfeZe3yr5A" target="_blank">http://hutchinsonzoo.org/163/Nights-Before-Christmas</a>.

Schedule set for Zoo light show

Rushing for his first career collegiate 200-yard rushing game, Hutchinson Community College running back&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>&nbsp;hit the daily double on Wednesday being named both the Jayhawk Conference Offensive Player of the Week and the NJCAA National Offensive Player of the Week.

The sophomore running back from Pensacola, Florida posted his first career 200-yard rushing game in a 44-0 win by the number three Blue Dragons over Highland last Saturday at Highland. Jordan rushed for a career-high 213 yards on 23 carries with three touchdowns of 8, 15, and 67 yards.

He now has 18 rushing touchdowns and 1,190 yards for the season. With his 41-yard run in the first quarter, Jordan became the 20th Blue Dragon in team history to surpass 1,000 yards in a season.

With 1,190 yards for the season, Jordan is ranked No. 11 in Blue Dragon single-season rushing history.

This is Jordan's third KJCCC Offensive Player of the Week award. He won his previous awards for performances against New Mexico Military and Iowa Western in Week's 1 and 2, respectively.

Jordan is the fourth Blue Dragon this season to nab national honors. Jordan joins Samari College (Offense),&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/burger_nestus_ljhj">Nestus Burger</a>&nbsp;(Special Teams) and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/gouldsby_kordell_9ht9">Kordell Gouldsby</a>&nbsp;(Special Teams) as Blue Dragons who earned national weekly honors.

BLUE DRAGON KJCCC PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Week 1 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a> Week 2 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a> Week 3 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/collier_samari_f7ro">Samari Collier</a> Week 3 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/burger_nestus_ljhj">Nestus Burger</a> Week 5 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a> Week 7 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/gouldsby_kordell_9ht9">Kordell Gouldsby</a> Week 8 – Defense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/collier_kollin_in9z">Kollin Collier</a> Week 10 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>

NJCAA NATIONAL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Week 3 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/collier_samari_f7ro">Samari Collier</a> Week 3 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/burger_nestus_ljhj">Nestus Burger</a> Week 7 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/gouldsby_kordell_9ht9">Kordell Gouldsby</a> Week 10 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>

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 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationRushing for his first career collegiate 200-yard rushing game, Hutchinson Community College running back&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>&nbsp;hit the daily double on Wednesday being named both the Jayhawk Conference Offensive Player of the Week and the NJCAA National Offensive Player of the Week.The sophomore running back from Pensacola, Florida posted his first career 200-yard rushing game in a 44-0 win by the number three Blue Dragons over Highland last Saturday at Highland. Jordan rushed for a career-high 213 yards on 23 carries with three touchdowns of 8, 15, and 67 yards.He now has 18 rushing touchdowns and 1,190 yards for the season. With his 41-yard run in the first quarter, Jordan became the 20th Blue Dragon in team history to surpass 1,000 yards in a season.With 1,190 yards for the season, Jordan is ranked No. 11 in Blue Dragon single-season rushing history.This is Jordan's third KJCCC Offensive Player of the Week award. He won his previous awards for performances against New Mexico Military and Iowa Western in Week's 1 and 2, respectively.Jordan is the fourth Blue Dragon this season to nab national honors. Jordan joins Samari College (Offense),&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/burger_nestus_ljhj">Nestus Burger</a>&nbsp;(Special Teams) and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/gouldsby_kordell_9ht9">Kordell Gouldsby</a>&nbsp;(Special Teams) as Blue Dragons who earned national weekly honors.BLUE DRAGON KJCCC PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Week 1 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a> Week 2 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a> Week 3 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/collier_samari_f7ro">Samari Collier</a> Week 3 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/burger_nestus_ljhj">Nestus Burger</a> Week 5 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a> Week 7 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/gouldsby_kordell_9ht9">Kordell Gouldsby</a> Week 8 – Defense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/collier_kollin_in9z">Kollin Collier</a> Week 10 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>NJCAA NATIONAL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Week 3 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/collier_samari_f7ro">Samari Collier</a> Week 3 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/burger_nestus_ljhj">Nestus Burger</a> Week 7 – Special Teams:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/gouldsby_kordell_9ht9">Kordell Gouldsby</a> Week 10 – Offense:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2024-25/bios/jordan_jr._waymond_h58l">Waymond Jordan Jr.</a>