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Local Sports Archives

November, 2009

11/01

Game Time Set for Sunflower Showdown
The game time has been set for the Sunflower Showdown. Kansas will travel to Kansas State at 11:30 a.m. Saturday November 7.

Releford Brothers' Biggest Fan Watches from Jail
The Releford brothers continue to shine on the hardwood and their biggest fan watches them with great interest from inside a jail cell.

11/02

KU Teammates Named to AP Preseason All-America Team
Cole Aldrich and Sherron Collins are the second set of Jayhawk teammates ever to make the team.

K-State's Brandon Banks Wins Big 12 Award
The Wildcat star earned his Big 12-record fourth kickoff return for a touchdown last Saturday against Oklahoma.

Chiefs Finalize Settlement with Larry Johnson
Johnson will remain suspended through the team's game at Jacksonville.

11/03

Big 12 Conference Finalizes Bowl Lineup
The conference has partnered with two more bowl games.

Two KU Basketball Players to Sit Out Exhibition Game
Mario Little and Travis Releford will not play against Fort Hays State.

Former Chargers Wide Receiver Joins Chiefs
Chris Chambers has landed in Kansas City after San Diego released him.

Plenty to Cheer About for Westport Football
There's good news from an unlikely source this week in the Kansas City School District. The Westport High School football team is enjoying its best season in years.

11/04

Jayhawks Win Preseason Opener
The Kansas Jayhawks opened their exhibition season Tuesday night with a victory over Fort Hays State.

Tjeerdsma Wants Seniors to Finish Perfect
Running back LaRon Council, a Center High grad, is one 14 players trying to finish a 'perfect' career at Northwest Missouri State University on Saturday. See why head coach Mel Tjeerdsma isn't so concerned about the looming playoffs and just wants to win for his seniors.

Stuckey A Thorpe Semifinalist
Kansas safety Darrell Stuckey has been named a semifinalist for the Jime Thorpe Award. It is given annually to the nation's top defensive back.

Central Hockey League Honors Mavericks Goaltender
Doug Groenestege has been named the CHL Goaltender of the Week.

11/05

K-State to Host 107th Sunflower Showdown Saturday
The Kansas State Wildcats host the Kansas Jayhawks Saturday in the 107th edition of the Sunflower Showdown football game.

Chiefs Game Blacked Out in Jacksonville
The Chiefs will not have to worry about a very hostile crowd Sunday in Jacksonville. The Jaguars have failed to sell out the stadium. The game will be blacked out in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas.

5 High School Football Games to Watch
The first week of playoffs is kicking off for Kansas City area high school football teams. Liberty at Rockhurst and Olathe East at Lawrence Free State are two of several big games this Friday, Nov. 6.

Chiefs Talk About Signs of Motivation
Chiefs head coach Todd Haley has posted motivational signs around the practice facility. He claims the signs have nothing to do with the recent Larry Johnson suspension.

11/06

KU Football Player has Lymphoma
The team's physician says he's confident D.J. Marshall can make a full recovery.

Royals Confirm Teahen Traded to ChiSox
The Royals have announced the trade of Mark Teahen to the Chicago White Sox.

Royals Decline Options on Three Players
They declined options for next year on Coco Crisp, Miguel Olivo and Yasuhiko Yabuta.

Jimmy Conrad Named MLS Humanitarian of the Year
The Wizards defender wins the award for his efforts in helping the Kansas City community.

Moore Discusses Recent Royals Moves
Royals general manager Dayton Moore discussed the recent trade with the White Sox. He also outlines how he enters this offseason with a different approach than the past couple years.

Missouri Routs Truman State
The Missouri men's basketball team opened their exhibition season with a 96-33 thrashing of Truman State. The Tigers had five players in double figures.

11/07

K-State Wins Sunflower Showdown
Daniel Thomas rushed for 185 yards and a touchdown. The Kansas State defense forced Todd Reesing in to three turnovers. K-State trips up Kansas 17-10.

Mules Likely Blown Out of Playoff Chase
The University of Central Missouri was likely eliminated from playoff contention Saturday in a 56-14 loss to Northwest Missouri State University, whose senior class completed a perfect 36-0 conference career.

Griffons Lose Season Finale to UNO
Missouri Western's playoff hopes are on the line after a 30-21 loss to Nebraska-Omaha Saturday at Spratt Stadium in St. Joseph.

Chiefs Activate Smith, Cut Engram
The Chiefs activated running back Kolby Smith off the Physically-Unable-To-Perform List. They released receiver Bobby Engram to clear a roster spot.

Baylor Takes Down Missouri in Columbia
Freshman Nick Florence passed for a school-record 427 yards and three touchdowns and ran for a fourth, helping Baylor defeat Missouri 40-32 on Saturday.

Cassel Could Find Time to Throw Against Jags
This could be the week Matt Cassel keeps his jersey clean.

Johnson Petition Up To 31K Supporters
UPDATED l Three buddies who grew up in Olathe have started an online petition to get Chiefs Running Back Larry Johnson booted and through Saturday, the petition has generated more than 31,000 supporters.

11/08

Wade Inactive for Chiefs
The Chiefs made a surprise move by putting receiver Bobby Wade on the inactive list for Sunday's game at Jacksonville.

K-State Crushes Pitt State in Exhibition
The Kansas State men's basketball whipped Pittsburg State 89-53 in their first exhibition. Five Wildcats scored in double figures. Jacob Pullen led the way with 17 points.

11/09

Josh Freeman Leads Bucs to First Victory
Former Kansas State gunslinger Josh Freeman leads the previously winless Buccaneers to their first win of the season in a victory over the Green Bay Packers.

KCMO Athletes in Award Winning Documentary
"CityBall" is a feature length documentary about student athletes that will screen Tuesday night at the Plaza Branch Library.

Chiefs Release Embattled RB Larry Johnson
The Kansas City Chiefs released running back Larry Johnson Monday.

INSIDE | See what LJ's agent had to say about his release and find a complete history of the former Chief's time in Kansas City.

Game Time Set for Kansas, Missouri Football Game
The kickoff time is set for the University of Missouri, University of Kansas football game.

Chiefs Players React to LJ's Release
Only a few players commented on the release of Larry Johnson Monday.

Priest Holmes Reacts to Larry Johnson's Release
NBC Action Sports did a lengthy interview with Priest Holmes. We asked him about the Chiefs releasing Johnson and LJ coming up 75 yards short of his team career rushing record.

Johnson Petition Drive Organizers Happy With His Release
Organizers of Larry Johnson petition drive say they would like to think fans played a role in his release.

Game Time Announced for Border Showdown at Arrowhead
The annual football game between Kansas and Missouri will kick off at 2:30pm.

11/10

Haley Content with What's Left at RB After LJ
Chiefs Coach Todd Haley says he's comfortable moving forward with running backs Jamaal Charles, Dantrell Savage and Kolby Smith.

Jayhawks Host Pitt State in Another Exhibition Game
Five-time defending Big 12 Conference champion Kansas University continues their exhibition season hosting Pittsburg State Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Wizards Name Head Coach
Peter Vermes has been hired as the Wizards 4th full-time head coach in Wizards history.

Larry Johnson Reportedly Still Has No Job
Several teams are reportedly interested in the former Chiefs running back.

KU Cruises Past Pittsburg State in Final Exhibition
Freshman Thomas Robinson leads the Jayhawks in scoring, as KU wins 103-45.

11/11

Council Named Conference's Top Offensive Player
LaRon Council, a senior running back from Center High High School in Kansas City, was named the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Assocation's Offensive Player of the Year.

Online Petition Shows Support for World Cup in KC
A decision is expected next month on if Kansas City will be included as a host site in a bid to bring the World Cup to the U.S.

Should the NFL Drop the Helmet?
The debate is on as new research suggests that football helmets may be more dangerous than playing without the "protection."

Goff Put on Injured Reserve
The Chiefs put guard Mike Goff on the injured reserve. The team has signed linebacker Justin Rogers to take Goff's roster spot.

Missouri Basketball Signs Two
The Missouri men's basketball team is expected to sign three players this week in the ealry signing period. Two of those players have reportedly already signed on the dotted line.

Arizona High School Star Signs to Play Hoops at KU
Shooting guard Royce Woolridge, the son of a former NBA player, signed to play for the Jayhawks next season.

11/12

Greinke a Top Candidate for AL Cy Young
Only five days to go until we find out if Zack Greinke wins the American League Cy Young award.

Royals Sign Betemit
The Royals have signed infielder Wilson Betemit to a minor league contract for 2010. The 28-year old has played parts of seven seasons in the Major Leagues.

5 High School Games to Watch Tonight
It's the state quarterfinals for area high school football teams. Get a preview of five big games, including Blue Springs at Rockhurst.

Kansas/Nebraska Game Sold Out
Kansas athletics officials announced that Saturday's home finale against Nebraska is a sellout. The game is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.

KU's Mario Little Will Officially Sit Out This Season
Travis Releford will decide on whether he'll red-shirt by Friday.

11/13

Big Match Ups This Weekend in Big 12 Football
The Big 12 North is coming down to the wire with two big games on tap: Kansas versus Nebraska and Missouri versus Kansas State.

Mizzou Confirms Three Signings
Missouri men's basketball coach Mike Anderson has announced the signing of three players for next season: Kadeem Green, Rick Kreklow and Phil Pressey.

Callaspo Wins Joe Burke Award
The Royals have announced that Alberto Callaspo has been named the 2009 Joe Burke Special Achievement Award winner.

KU Loses Out on Top Hoops Prospect
Harrison Barnes chose North Carolina to play basketball next season. He's considered by many to be the top high school basketball player in the country.

Royals Sign a Catcher
Edwin Bellorin has joined the team. The Royals also have departed ways with pitcher Yasuhiko Yabuta.

11/14

Tigers Run Past Wildcats
Danario Alexander caught 10 passes for 200 yards and three touchdowns to lead Missouri past Kansas State 38-12.

Huskers Spoil Senior Day at KU
Roy Helu Jr. ran for 156 yards and three touchdowns to lead Nebraska to a 31-17 victory over Kansas.

11/15

ESPN to Televise Kansas State-Nebraska Game
The Big 12 Conference has announced Nebraska's game against Kansas State in Lincoln on Saturday will be televised nationally on ESPN at 6:45 p.m.

K-State Rips Leathernecks
Jamar Samuels scored 19 points to lead Kansas State past Western Illinois 82-50. Five Wildcats scored in double figures.

Chiefs Edge Raiders 16-10
The Chiefs edged the Raiders 16-10 in a matchup of the two worst teams in the AFC West. Jamaal Charles rushed for 103 yards and a score. Mike Brown had two interceptions for the Chiefs.

11/16

CBE Classic Tips Off; Finals in KC Next Week
Texas, Pittsburgh, Wichita State and Iowa will serve as the four Regional Round hosts as Sprint Center prepares for championship rounds.

LJ Reportedly Inks 1-Year Deal with Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals have agreed to a 1-year contract with former Chief running back Larry Johnson, ESPN's John Clayton is reporting.

Wizards' Soccer Field Selected Best in the Nation
The Sports Turf Managers Association says the Kansas City Wizards have the best professional soccer field in the country.

Butler Takes Home Team Hardware
Billy Butler is the youngest Royal to win player of the year honors since George Brett.

Greinke Could be a Cy Young Winner Today
The Royals starting pitcher finds out if he's won the award at 1 p.m.

11/17

Good News, Bad News for MU Football
Tigers wide receiver Danario Alexander wins Big 12 award but Mizzou loses wideout Jared Perry for the season.

UCM Volleyball to Host NCAA Regionals
The Jennies will take on No. 8 seed Dallas Baptist in the first round.

Report: Fenway Park Won't Get 2012 All-Stars
It appears that Kauffman Stadium will host the 2012 All-Star game, according to a report from Comcast Sports Net New England.

Local Bar Owner Says Greinke Good For Business
The Owner of "Lew's" in Waldo says when the Royals weren't doing so well, it was the "Greinke Effect" that kept his bar full.

Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe Suspended for 4 Games
Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe has been suspended for four games for violating the NFL policy on performance enhancing substances.

Greinke Talks About Winning Cy Young Award
After a season short on wins but long on domination, Royals pitcher Zack Greinke has won the American League Cy Young Award.

KU Coach Mangino Under Internal Investigation
KU athletic director Lew Perkins has ordered an internal investigation involving head football coach Mark Mangino.

Missouri Hoops Roll Over Tennessee-Martin
Laurence Bowers scored 16 points to lead Missouri in an 83-68 victory.

11/18

Close Call For KU Hoops
The No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks avoid an upset and knock off Memphis, 57 to 55.

Chiefs Fill Bowe's Roster Spot with Free Agent Fullback
Tim Castille last played for current Chiefs coach Todd Haley with the Arizona Cardinals.

Controversy Still Swirls Around Mangino
Will KU head football coach Mark Mangino keep his job? That’s the question many people are asking after KU athletic director Lew Perkins announced an internal investigation.

INSIDE | Watch Jack Harry's Entire Interview with Mangino

NFL Honors Chiefs Safety Mike Brown
Brown has been named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week.

Missouri Star J.T. Tiller Will Miss Sunday's Game Due to Injury
The Tigers captain has suffered a bone contusion to his left foot.

11/19

Report: Perkins Undermining Mangino
Just when it sounds like KU head football coach Mark Mangino is about to lose his job, comes another report. Now this investigation could be focusing on athletic director Lew Perkins.

Jayhawks Pick Up Easy Victory Against Central Arkansas
Kansas has won 43 straight games at home after its 94-44 victory.

K-State Wins in Puerto Rico
The Wildcats knocked off Boston University, 80-70, in the first round of the Puerto Rico Tip-Off.

5 High School Games to Watch Tonight
It's the state semifinals. Get a preview Gardner-Edgerton at St. Thomas Aquinas and other big games.

11/20

A Big Day Saturday for Big 12 North Football
It's do or die for K-State as they head to Nebraska in what could be considered their biggest game in several years.

KU Denies Report of Perkins Review
The chancellor at the University of Kansas issued a statement Friday denying a review of Athletic Director Lew Perkins.

Weatherspoon a Butkus Finalist
Missouri's Sean Weatherspoon has been named one of five finalists for the Butkus Award, which is given annually to the top linebacker in college football.

Avila Football Coach Resigns
Bruce Young has resigned as the head football coach at Avila University. He posted an 11-43 record over five seasons as the head coach.

Royals Complete 40-Man Roster
The team finished its roster by selecting the contracts of Jeff Bianchi, Jarrod Dyson, Jordan Parraz, Manuel Pina and Blake Wood.

KU's McCray Continues to Rack up Preseason Honors
Danielle McCray has been named to the Naismith Trophy Watch List.

11/21

Missouri beats Iowa State 34-24
Danario Alexander reached double digits in receptions for the third straight game and Jerrell Jackson had a career day, helping Missouri end a three-game home losing streak in a 34-24 victory over Iowa State on Saturday.

Tigers Triumph on Senior Day
Danario Alexander had a record setting day as the Missouri Tigers rolled past Iowa State 34-24 on Senior Day.



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