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Saturday’s college football games across Kentucky and the nation were plagued by extreme heat, with over 100 heat-related incidents reported, games suspended, and players and fans confronting dangerous conditions.
Entering the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase, Denny Hamlin sits atop the points standings with a 25‑point advantage over Ryan Blaney, confident that his team’s recent success at key tracks and a steadfast, unchanging approach will finally deliver the championship he has long pursued.
Extreme heat in the opening week of college football led to shortened quarters, tied games and a revised 2027 schedule to protect player safety.
Kansas has become the 18th state to approve girls' flag football, with the Chiefs leading efforts in Missouri as a petition garners over 11,000 signatures and the NFL backs the growth of the sport
A late strike by Mid-America Christian University secured a 1-0 win for the visitors, while Elliot Powrie's dismissal added drama to the Bulldogs' first home match of the season.
With top recruit Tyran Stokes joining the men’s roster and returning stars S’Mya Nichols and Jaliya Davis leading the women, Kansas braces for a competitive year under coaches Bill Self and Brandon Schneider, as athletics director Travis Goff highlights the teams’ potential.
Casey Hill, a 16‑year coaching veteran with NBA and D‑League credentials, is set to lead the University of California Golden Bears men’s basketball program as an assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season.
Casey Hill, a seasoned NBA assistant and former D-League championship coach, is set to join the University of California, Berkeley’s basketball program as an assistant for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a wealth of strategic expertise and a family legacy of coaching.
Casey Hill, a 16‑year coaching veteran with NBA stints under Doc Rivers, Willie Green and Stan Van Gundy, is set to bolster Cal’s men’s basketball program with his proven developmental pedigree and championship background.
A recent temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction have cleared the path for Mark Mitchell, a Kansas‑born forward, to join Kentucky’s basketball program, highlighting the ongoing legal reshaping of NCAA eligibility.
NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Jarrett visited Lincoln to champion the Hollywood Casino 400, lauding Nebraska’s football facilities and drawing parallels between racing and team sports.
Dylan Edwards explains his move to Kansas, citing coaching staff, stadium upgrades and a push for vocal leadership.
Luther Taylor’s career spanned eight seasons in the majors, notable for his deafness, statistical achievements, and lasting influence on teammates and the deaf community.
After guiding Texas A&M to a College Football Playoff berth, Collin Klein returns to Manhattan to lead Kansas State’s offense in 2026, bringing a proven track record of high‑tempo, ball‑control football.
Illinois football team captains Jake Renfro and Xavier Scott have been named to the 2026 College Football Comeback Player of the Year watch list, recognizing their remarkable recoveries from injury and standout contributions on the field.
A 17‑year‑old Kansas football player, Rylan Reece, died during his first practice in August 2026. The cause of death remains under investigation, with an autopsy scheduled for Thursday. The incident follows a pattern of heat‑related fatalities among Kansas athletes and has sparked community response and legislative action.
AJ Storr, a 6‑foot‑5 guard from Rockford, Illinois, has chosen UNLV for the 2026‑27 campaign, adding depth and veteran talent to a program poised for a competitive schedule.
A court injunction restores Jaxon Kohler’s eligibility, sparking a recruitment battle among Kentucky, BYU, Louisville, and Kansas, while Michigan State opts to move on.
A recent coaches’ poll places Florida’s Thomas Haugh at the top for the 2026‑27 National Player of the Year, reflecting how NIL and revenue‑sharing are reshaping college basketball decisions.
After a whirlwind career that took him from St. John’s to Kansas and Ole Miss, AJ Storr announced his final college destination: the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, for the 2026‑27 season.
London De Fini, a junior midfielder from Kansas, was selected to the TopDrawerSoccer Women's Team of the Week after leading the Jayhawks to a 2‑0 record with dominant shutout victories.
Mark Few’s 2026 Hall of Fame induction celebrates his transformation of Gonzaga from a modest program into a national powerhouse.
Dystany Spurlock, a Richmond native, has become the first Black woman to race in NASCAR’s premier series and the ARCA Menards Series, financing her career behind the wheel while mentoring the next generation.
The NCAA has responded to a lawsuit filed by Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr., arguing that his request for a third waiver to extend eligibility to a seventh season should be denied.