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Incoming guards Cameron Love and Derrick (DJ) Jackson Jr. believe Kansas City basketball is overlooked and are poised to lead a turnaround for the University of Missouri‑Kansas City Roos.
The Jaguars will field a ten‑player lineup for the 2026‑27 season, featuring eight transfers and two true freshmen, as they prepare for their inaugural campaign at James T. Morris Arena.
Bradley Central High School announced Jody Adams as its new head basketball coach, replacing Jason Reuter. Adams, a Tennessee native and former Lady Volunteers star, brings over 30 years of coaching experience and a record of championship success.
The charter school in Northeast Missouri celebrates its inaugural graduating class, highlighting the journeys of two students who have turned early achievement into community‑focused internships.
The University of Missouri‑Kansas City will host most of its basketball games at Municipal Auditorium without rental fees, while the city funds suite upgrades and splits sponsorship income. New head coaches Mark Turgeon and Candi Whitaker command significant salaries, and the historic venue’s legacy adds a distinctive backdrop to the partnership.
After a storied history, the university will return to the iconic venue for its home games through at least the 2027‑28 season.
The Roos will reclaim Municipal Auditorium for the upcoming season, supported by a city‑university partnership, a streetcar link, and statements from Mayor Quinton Lucas and Chancellor C. Mauli Agrawal.