
Sam Kearns Joins Wichita State Basketball Staff as Director of Player Development
Wichita State announces the hiring of Sam Kearns, a veteran player development specialist, to lead the program’s growth initiatives for the 2026‑27 season.
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Wichita State announces the hiring of Sam Kearns, a veteran player development specialist, to lead the program’s growth initiatives for the 2026‑27 season.

The Junior Blues edged Lawrence Free State 4-3 in a thrilling finish, ending a seven‑decade championship drought.

Auburn's baseball team entered the NCAA regional with slim prospects, but a decisive win over NC State has reshaped the odds and sparked renewed optimism.
North Dakota State College of Science appoints Eric Sarno as head women's soccer coach, bringing two decades of international experience and a vision for growth.

The Kansas State High School Activities Association announced that the 2028 basketball state tournament will be held entirely in the Wichita region, bringing together semifinal and championship contests across six classifications at a handful of venues.

The Kansas State High School Activities Association will host every semifinal and championship game of the 2028 basketball tournament in the Wichita area, a first since 1945.
All 14 state championship basketball games are set to be played in the Wichita region in 2028, marking the first such consolidation since 1945 and offering fans a unprecedented weekend of statewide competition.

Severe storms with large hail, 70‑mph winds, heavy rain and possible tornadoes are forecast for south‑central Kansas on Monday, with the highest risk in Wichita, Hutchinson, Emporia and Salina.
The Jayhawks' strong season has created a scheduling conflict that will move the state baseball finals to a university venue.