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We visit with new Fort Hays State women's basketball coach Talia Kahrs at MIAA Basketball Media Day.

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🎧 Defend the Fort Podcast: Talia Kahrs

HAYS, Kan. - The Fort Hays State volleyball team is holding a pair of promotions during their two home matches this weekend inside Gross Memorial Coliseum.

The team will hold a shoe drive during Friday's game against Missouri Southern. Fans will get in FREE when they bring a pair of new or lightly used shoes to donate.

Then Saturday's contest against Central Missouri will be the annual Dig Pink match, with fans again receiving FREE admission when they wear pink. The team will also be accepting donations for the Dig Pink Scholarship, an annual scholarship supporting a Fort Hays State University student that has been affected by cancer.

First serve is slated for 6 p.m. each evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsHAYS, Kan. - The Fort Hays State volleyball team is holding a pair of promotions during their two home matches this weekend inside Gross Memorial Coliseum.The team will hold a shoe drive during Friday's game against Missouri Southern. Fans will get in FREE when they bring a pair of new or lightly used shoes to donate.Then Saturday's contest against Central Missouri will be the annual Dig Pink match, with fans again receiving FREE admission when they wear pink. The team will also be accepting donations for the Dig Pink Scholarship, an annual scholarship supporting a Fort Hays State University student that has been affected by cancer.First serve is slated for 6 p.m. each evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏐 Two promotions set for FHSU weekend matches

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are on their sixth head or interim coach since their most recent win over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Perhaps Sean Payton will be the one to finally end the losing streak.

The Broncos head to Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday night for the first of two games against Kansas City this season toting one of the most incredible skids in a league that prides itself on its parity.

Denver has not beaten the Chiefs since Week 2 of the 2015 season, when Gary Kubiak — and Peyton Manning — proceeded to lead the Broncos to a victory in the Super Bowl.

“They do a lot of things well. Quite honestly, they've found ways to win even when it hasn't gone as well as they would have hoped,” Payton said of the Chiefs, “and that's the sign of a really good football team — a championship team.”

That has been the case much of the season. The Chiefs (4-1) have not lost since their opener against Detroit but, other than a game against the woebegone Bears that was over by halftime, they have had to squeak out wins against everyone else.

Patrick Mahomes acknowledged that he has yet to play his best this season. The reigning league MVP already has thrown four interceptions while struggling to get help from one of the league's youngest wide receiver groups. But Mahomes is coming off a better performance in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/chiefs-vikings-9ba44f8aec639988f8eeba3a31a101ad">last week's 27-20 win in Minnesota</a>&nbsp;and now faces what is statistically the NFL's worst defense.

“When you play a team like the Broncos, same as any division opponent, there's another level of intensity,” said Mahomes, who is 11-0 against Denver. “I'm not worried about a streak or anything like that. I'm worried about winning against a division opponent.”

The Broncos (1-4) are worried about winning against anyone.

Their latest letdown came&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/jets-broncos-payton-hackett-wilson-5d14114ff481ffe30732151121c1bfe2">last Sunday against the Jets</a>, when any momentum they gained from their come-from-behind win over Chicago evaporated in the second half, allowing New York to rally for a 31-21 victory.

Yet the Broncos came out of the game optimistic they are on the right track. Two of their four losses are by a combined three points, proof they can hang around with just about anyone — except the Dolphins, who romped to a 70-20 win in Week 3.

“We really should and could be 4-1,” the Broncos' Russell Wilson said, "but ‘coulda, shoulda, woulda’ is not good enough.”

The Broncos coulda, woulda, shoulda ended their maddening streak against the Chiefs a year ago.

They trailed 34-28 early in the fourth quarter, but couldn't get the go-ahead touchdown in Nathaniel Hackett's penultimate game as coach. Two weeks later, they trailed 27-24 in the fourth quarter but couldn't score again in interim coach Jerry Rosburg's debut.

“They've got a lot of talent on that team. Our guys looked at the tape and they understand that, and Sean is a heck of a football coach,” said Chiefs counterpart Andy Reid, who has presided over the entire 15-game win streak but brushed it aside this week.

“It doesn't matter right now,” he said. “That doesn't count for Thursday, right?”

All-Pro tight end&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-chiefs-travis-kelce-ed786490b06ec37014c45f018b6b1633">Travis Kelce is expected to play</a>&nbsp;against the Broncos after hurting his ankle late in the first half of last Sunday's win over Minnesota. He returned after the break and finished with 10 catches for 67 yards and a touchdown. Kelce was listed as “did not participate” on Monday's estimated injury report, but he was back on the field Tuesday.

The Chiefs had 10 players catch a pass against the Vikings, and that is becoming the norm as they break in their young wide receivers while getting contributions from tight end Noah Gray and help out of the backfield. They have had at least 10 players catch a pass in four of their five games; they had a mere eight in their win over the Jets.

“When someone like Travis has 10 catches, teams know that and put plans together to stop them,” Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy said, “but we have great wide receivers and they all have different strengths, and our job as coaches is to put them in certain spots where they can use their strengths.”

The Broncos haven't had problems getting off to fast starts, scoring 27 points on their five opening possessions. That trails only unbeaten San Francisco, which has scored 31. But it also means Denver has largely struggled in crunch time. They were outscored 23-8 by the Jets in the second half last week, and have been outscored 93-52 in the second half of games this season.

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is under pressure to perform, given he will be a free agent after failing to secure a long-term deal after a holdout that stretched into Week 1. But the All-Pro has had at least one sack each of the past four weeks, which is tied with Derrick Thomas for the most consecutive games to start a season in franchise history.

Most teams worry about Mahomes dicing up their secondary, but the Broncos are trying to fix their run defense heading into Thursday night. The Jets’ Breece Hall ran for 177 yards against them last week, further cementing their place as last in the league against the run.

And with the Chiefs’ hard-charging Isiah Pacheco up next, the job won't be any easier.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are on their sixth head or interim coach since their most recent win over the Kansas City Chiefs.Perhaps Sean Payton will be the one to finally end the losing streak.The Broncos head to Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday night for the first of two games against Kansas City this season toting one of the most incredible skids in a league that prides itself on its parity.Denver has not beaten the Chiefs since Week 2 of the 2015 season, when Gary Kubiak — and Peyton Manning — proceeded to lead the Broncos to a victory in the Super Bowl.“They do a lot of things well. Quite honestly, they've found ways to win even when it hasn't gone as well as they would have hoped,” Payton said of the Chiefs, “and that's the sign of a really good football team — a championship team.”That has been the case much of the season. The Chiefs (4-1) have not lost since their opener against Detroit but, other than a game against the woebegone Bears that was over by halftime, they have had to squeak out wins against everyone else.Patrick Mahomes acknowledged that he has yet to play his best this season. The reigning league MVP already has thrown four interceptions while struggling to get help from one of the league's youngest wide receiver groups. But Mahomes is coming off a better performance in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/chiefs-vikings-9ba44f8aec639988f8eeba3a31a101ad">last week's 27-20 win in Minnesota</a>&nbsp;and now faces what is statistically the NFL's worst defense.“When you play a team like the Broncos, same as any division opponent, there's another level of intensity,” said Mahomes, who is 11-0 against Denver. “I'm not worried about a streak or anything like that. I'm worried about winning against a division opponent.”The Broncos (1-4) are worried about winning against anyone.Their latest letdown came&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/jets-broncos-payton-hackett-wilson-5d14114ff481ffe30732151121c1bfe2">last Sunday against the Jets</a>, when any momentum they gained from their come-from-behind win over Chicago evaporated in the second half, allowing New York to rally for a 31-21 victory.Yet the Broncos came out of the game optimistic they are on the right track. Two of their four losses are by a combined three points, proof they can hang around with just about anyone — except the Dolphins, who romped to a 70-20 win in Week 3.“We really should and could be 4-1,” the Broncos' Russell Wilson said, "but ‘coulda, shoulda, woulda’ is not good enough.”The Broncos coulda, woulda, shoulda ended their maddening streak against the Chiefs a year ago.They trailed 34-28 early in the fourth quarter, but couldn't get the go-ahead touchdown in Nathaniel Hackett's penultimate game as coach. Two weeks later, they trailed 27-24 in the fourth quarter but couldn't score again in interim coach Jerry Rosburg's debut.“They've got a lot of talent on that team. Our guys looked at the tape and they understand that, and Sean is a heck of a football coach,” said Chiefs counterpart Andy Reid, who has presided over the entire 15-game win streak but brushed it aside this week.“It doesn't matter right now,” he said. “That doesn't count for Thursday, right?”KELCE'S CONCERNAll-Pro tight end&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-chiefs-travis-kelce-ed786490b06ec37014c45f018b6b1633">Travis Kelce is expected to play</a>&nbsp;against the Broncos after hurting his ankle late in the first half of last Sunday's win over Minnesota. He returned after the break and finished with 10 catches for 67 yards and a touchdown. Kelce was listed as “did not participate” on Monday's estimated injury report, but he was back on the field Tuesday.COMMITTEE APPROACHThe Chiefs had 10 players catch a pass against the Vikings, and that is becoming the norm as they break in their young wide receivers while getting contributions from tight end Noah Gray and help out of the backfield. They have had at least 10 players catch a pass in four of their five games; they had a mere eight in their win over the Jets.“When someone like Travis has 10 catches, teams know that and put plans together to stop them,” Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy said, “but we have great wide receivers and they all have different strengths, and our job as coaches is to put them in certain spots where they can use their strengths.”HOT STARTThe Broncos haven't had problems getting off to fast starts, scoring 27 points on their five opening possessions. That trails only unbeaten San Francisco, which has scored 31. But it also means Denver has largely struggled in crunch time. They were outscored 23-8 by the Jets in the second half last week, and have been outscored 93-52 in the second half of games this season.UNDER PRESSUREChiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is under pressure to perform, given he will be a free agent after failing to secure a long-term deal after a holdout that stretched into Week 1. But the All-Pro has had at least one sack each of the past four weeks, which is tied with Derrick Thomas for the most consecutive games to start a season in franchise history.ON THE RUNMost teams worry about Mahomes dicing up their secondary, but the Broncos are trying to fix their run defense heading into Thursday night. The Jets’ Breece Hall ran for 177 yards against them last week, further cementing their place as last in the league against the run.And with the Chiefs’ hard-charging Isiah Pacheco up next, the job won't be any easier.

🏈 Broncos aim to end 15-game losing streak to Chiefs on Thursday night at Arrowhead

Fort Hays State head cross country coach Jason McCullough, men's soccer coach Gerry Cleary, women's soccer coach Tyson John and football coach Chris Brown join the program.

Fort Hays State head cross country coach Jason McCullough, men's soccer coach Gerry Cleary, women's soccer coach Tyson John and football coach Chris Brown join the program.<div><iframe title="Tiger Talk (Oct. 11, 2023)" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=s8v48-14cb580-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=1&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=2" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

🎧 Defend the Fort Podcast: Tiger Talk (Oct. 11, 2023)

By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas announced Wednesday that an independent panel has downgraded five Level I violations lodged by the NCAA against the men's basketball program and Jayhawks coach Bill Self, ending a years-long saga by giving KU three years of probation and no other penalties.

The Jayhawks announced the details shortly before a scheduled news conference with panel officials.

The school had appealed the violations, which sprung from a 2017 investigation into college basketball corruption, through the Independent Accountability Review Process that was created to handle complex cases. Among the NCAA charges was a lack of institutional control and an allegation that Self failed in his responsibility to keep the program in compliance.

The case hinged on whether representatives of the apparel company Adidas were considered boosters — the school contends they were not — when two of them arranged payments to prospective recruits. The school never disputed that the payments were made, only that it had any knowledge of the inducements.

The school made its case during a hearing in April, and the independent panel ultimately decided that the case was merely a Level II infractions case. The panel also said that Self, who served a school-imposed four-game suspension last season, should be charged with a Level II violation and that the Hall of Fame coach would serve no additional penalties.

Kansas is expected to be the preseason No. 1 team when the AP poll is released next week.

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 </figure>By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports WriterLAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas announced Wednesday that an independent panel has downgraded five Level I violations lodged by the NCAA against the men's basketball program and Jayhawks coach Bill Self, ending a years-long saga by giving KU three years of probation and no other penalties.The Jayhawks announced the details shortly before a scheduled news conference with panel officials.The school had appealed the violations, which sprung from a 2017 investigation into college basketball corruption, through the Independent Accountability Review Process that was created to handle complex cases. Among the NCAA charges was a lack of institutional control and an allegation that Self failed in his responsibility to keep the program in compliance.The case hinged on whether representatives of the apparel company Adidas were considered boosters — the school contends they were not — when two of them arranged payments to prospective recruits. The school never disputed that the payments were made, only that it had any knowledge of the inducements.The school made its case during a hearing in April, and the independent panel ultimately decided that the case was merely a Level II infractions case. The panel also said that Self, who served a school-imposed four-game suspension last season, should be charged with a Level II violation and that the Hall of Fame coach would serve no additional penalties.Kansas is expected to be the preseason No. 1 team when the AP poll is released next week.

🏀 Kansas basketball violations downgraded, no additional penalties

We had a chance to visit with Fort Hays State men's basketball coach Mark Johnson about the upcoming season at MIAA Basketball Media Day on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

We had a chance to visit with Fort Hays State men's basketball coach Mark Johnson about the upcoming season at MIAA Basketball Media Day on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.<div><iframe title="Mark Johnson (MIAA Basketball Media Day)" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=r6arw-14cb1b2-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=1&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=2" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>

🎧 Defend the Fort Podcast: Mark Johnson (MIAA Media day)

WICHITA, Kan. - In an electrifying showdown at Wichita's Wilkins Field, the Fort Hays State men's soccer team showcased their prowess with a pivotal 2-1 victory over the Newman Jets. 

The Tigers (4-5-2, 3-1-2 GAC) wasted no time asserting their dominance, delivering an impressive display of teamwork that resulted in a goal in the 11th minute. Tadhg Walsh&nbsp;netted his third goal of the season, capitalizing on a precise assist from Mike Leue. 

The second half witnessed a tense standoff, with both teams battling for supremacy. In the 81st minute, the Jets (2-6-3, 1-4-1 GAC) rallied, as Alberto Romano notched his fourth goal of the season, leveling the score at 1-1. Yet, it was Fort Hays State who had the last word. In the 88th minute, Elias Ovelar Semenuik&nbsp;displayed his goal-scoring prowess, seizing a critical opportunity with a composed finish. This well-executed play, coupled with an assist from Luca Garcia, marked Semeniuk's second goal of the season, propelling the Tigers ahead with a score of 2-1.

Throughout the game, Scott Pengelly&nbsp;made a series of critical saves, concluding with a total of four, firmly securing the team's victory. Meanwhile, on the opposing side, Juan Carlos Cordova made six saves but couldn't prevent the Tigers from clinching the win.

The Tigers return home for the start of a five-game home stretch, starting with No. 22 Rogers State, Saturday, October 14 at 6:00 p.m.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsWICHITA, Kan. - In an electrifying showdown at Wichita's Wilkins Field, the Fort Hays State men's soccer team showcased their prowess with a pivotal 2-1 victory over the Newman Jets. The Tigers (4-5-2, 3-1-2 GAC) wasted no time asserting their dominance, delivering an impressive display of teamwork that resulted in a goal in the 11th minute. Tadhg Walsh&nbsp;netted his third goal of the season, capitalizing on a precise assist from Mike Leue. The second half witnessed a tense standoff, with both teams battling for supremacy. In the 81st minute, the Jets (2-6-3, 1-4-1 GAC) rallied, as Alberto Romano notched his fourth goal of the season, leveling the score at 1-1. Yet, it was Fort Hays State who had the last word. In the 88th minute, Elias Ovelar Semenuik&nbsp;displayed his goal-scoring prowess, seizing a critical opportunity with a composed finish. This well-executed play, coupled with an assist from Luca Garcia, marked Semeniuk's second goal of the season, propelling the Tigers ahead with a score of 2-1.Throughout the game, Scott Pengelly&nbsp;made a series of critical saves, concluding with a total of four, firmly securing the team's victory. Meanwhile, on the opposing side, Juan Carlos Cordova made six saves but couldn't prevent the Tigers from clinching the win.The Tigers return home for the start of a five-game home stretch, starting with No. 22 Rogers State, Saturday, October 14 at 6:00 p.m.

⚽ Tiger men win thriller over Jets in Wichita

LARCHWOOD, Iowa - The Fort Hays State women's golf team placed 10th&nbsp;at the Sioux Falls Invitational, hosted at the Grand Falls Casino &amp; Golf Resort in Larchwood, Iowa on October 9th and 10th.&nbsp;

Over the course of the tournament, the Tigers delivered commendable performances. Their journey began with a 322 in the first round, followed by a 334 on the second day. This collective effort resulted in a 36-hole total of 656.

Morgan Brasser&nbsp;emerged as the top Tiger, securing a share of third place among the 74 participants. Brasser had 22 pars and 7 birdies throughout the weekend, shooting an even-par 72 in round one and a 3-over par 75 in round two. After the initial day, she trailed by a single stroke and momentarily led the field during day two before finishing four shots off the winning score of 1-under par.&nbsp;

Corbyn Marquess&nbsp;made a notable contribution, tying for the 40th position after scores of 77 and 87. Marquess finished with 18 pars and three birdies during the tournament, finishing at +20 overall. Hayden York, who tied for 53rd place, accumulated 15 pars with two birdies, concluding at +28 with rounds of 88 and 84. Shauna Lee, with rounds of 85 and 91, secured a shared 59th position. Ella Neuhauser&nbsp;tied for 65th, shooting 94 and 88.&nbsp;

Augustana secured the team title at 17-over par overall, demonstrating their dominance on the course. Northwest Missouri State, finishing 14 strokes behind, took the second spot. Maggie Veenendall from the University of Sioux Falls clinched the individual title by a margin of two strokes, finishing at 1-under par overall.

The Tigers now turn their attention to the next challenge, the Midwest Classic in Warrensburg, Missouri on October 16-17.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsLARCHWOOD, Iowa - The Fort Hays State women's golf team placed 10th&nbsp;at the Sioux Falls Invitational, hosted at the Grand Falls Casino &amp; Golf Resort in Larchwood, Iowa on October 9th and 10th.&nbsp;Over the course of the tournament, the Tigers delivered commendable performances. Their journey began with a 322 in the first round, followed by a 334 on the second day. This collective effort resulted in a 36-hole total of 656.Morgan Brasser&nbsp;emerged as the top Tiger, securing a share of third place among the 74 participants. Brasser had 22 pars and 7 birdies throughout the weekend, shooting an even-par 72 in round one and a 3-over par 75 in round two. After the initial day, she trailed by a single stroke and momentarily led the field during day two before finishing four shots off the winning score of 1-under par.&nbsp;Corbyn Marquess&nbsp;made a notable contribution, tying for the 40th position after scores of 77 and 87. Marquess finished with 18 pars and three birdies during the tournament, finishing at +20 overall. Hayden York, who tied for 53rd place, accumulated 15 pars with two birdies, concluding at +28 with rounds of 88 and 84. Shauna Lee, with rounds of 85 and 91, secured a shared 59th position. Ella Neuhauser&nbsp;tied for 65th, shooting 94 and 88.&nbsp;Augustana secured the team title at 17-over par overall, demonstrating their dominance on the course. Northwest Missouri State, finishing 14 strokes behind, took the second spot. Maggie Veenendall from the University of Sioux Falls clinched the individual title by a margin of two strokes, finishing at 1-under par overall.The Tigers now turn their attention to the next challenge, the Midwest Classic in Warrensburg, Missouri on October 16-17.&nbsp;&nbsp;

⛳ FHSU women place 10th at Sioux Falls Invitational, Brasser third

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Fort Hays State men's golf team finished in 14th&nbsp;place on Tuesday (Oct. 10) at the Holiday Inn Express Classic hosted by the Missouri Western State Griffons. The tournament was played at the St. Joseph Country Club which is a par-71, 6,612 yard course.

The team was able to record their best team round at the St. Joseph Country Club in more than 15 years with a 291. The course presents numerous challenges with six par-3 holes and five par-5 holes. The Tigers finished in seventh in par 3 scoring out of the 17-team field.

Cooper Scheck&nbsp;led the way for the Tigers with a 19th&nbsp;place finish. Scheck stayed consistent over all three rounds with scores of 74, 72, and 72. Scheck finished the tournament with seven birdies. Out of MIAA competition Scheck finished in 11th&nbsp;place, earning himself and the Tigers five conference points.

Cole Streck&nbsp;finished in a tie for 41st&nbsp;place after three round scores all in the 70's. Streck had his best round in round two with a 72. Streck finished with 223 total shots. Tanner Copeland&nbsp;tied for 62nd&nbsp;place. Copeland managed to shoot an even par in his final round.

Jackson Rader&nbsp;finished in a tie for 65th&nbsp;place. Rader improved each round after shooting an 80 in the opener. Rader finished with a 75 and 74 with three birdies in his final round. Parker Krob&nbsp;placed in a tie for 73rd. Krob shot rounds of 75, 77, and 79. Jacob George&nbsp;competed as an individual and placed 95th.

Missouri Southern took home the team title on Tuesday, finishing the tournament as the only team to post a sub-par score for the three total rounds. MSSU was two strokes below par, beating second place Central Oklahoma by 13 strokes. The Lions shot a 277 in the second round of play and also had three players finish in the top 10 on the individual leaderboard.

Jeffery Johnston from Missouri Western State won the individual title with an 11-under. Johnston was at least 2-under par in each of his three rounds with scores off 66, 67, and 69. Johnston finished the tournament at 1-under on par 3 holes and carded 18 birdies.

The men's golf team will compete again next Monday-Tuesday (Oct. 16-17) at the Super Regional Preview in Edmond, Okla.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Fort Hays State men's golf team finished in 14th&nbsp;place on Tuesday (Oct. 10) at the Holiday Inn Express Classic hosted by the Missouri Western State Griffons. The tournament was played at the St. Joseph Country Club which is a par-71, 6,612 yard course.The team was able to record their best team round at the St. Joseph Country Club in more than 15 years with a 291. The course presents numerous challenges with six par-3 holes and five par-5 holes. The Tigers finished in seventh in par 3 scoring out of the 17-team field.Cooper Scheck&nbsp;led the way for the Tigers with a 19th&nbsp;place finish. Scheck stayed consistent over all three rounds with scores of 74, 72, and 72. Scheck finished the tournament with seven birdies. Out of MIAA competition Scheck finished in 11th&nbsp;place, earning himself and the Tigers five conference points.Cole Streck&nbsp;finished in a tie for 41st&nbsp;place after three round scores all in the 70's. Streck had his best round in round two with a 72. Streck finished with 223 total shots. Tanner Copeland&nbsp;tied for 62nd&nbsp;place. Copeland managed to shoot an even par in his final round.Jackson Rader&nbsp;finished in a tie for 65th&nbsp;place. Rader improved each round after shooting an 80 in the opener. Rader finished with a 75 and 74 with three birdies in his final round. Parker Krob&nbsp;placed in a tie for 73rd. Krob shot rounds of 75, 77, and 79. Jacob George&nbsp;competed as an individual and placed 95th.Missouri Southern took home the team title on Tuesday, finishing the tournament as the only team to post a sub-par score for the three total rounds. MSSU was two strokes below par, beating second place Central Oklahoma by 13 strokes. The Lions shot a 277 in the second round of play and also had three players finish in the top 10 on the individual leaderboard.Jeffery Johnston from Missouri Western State won the individual title with an 11-under. Johnston was at least 2-under par in each of his three rounds with scores off 66, 67, and 69. Johnston finished the tournament at 1-under on par 3 holes and carded 18 birdies.The men's golf team will compete again next Monday-Tuesday (Oct. 16-17) at the Super Regional Preview in Edmond, Okla.

⛳  Tiger men finish 14th in St. Joseph

HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State fell in straight sets to No. 9 ranked Nebraska-Kearney on Tuesday evening at Gross Memorial Coliseum. The Lopers were scorching hot on the attack, winning by scores of 25-16, 25-9, and 25-8 to improve to 18-1 overall and 8-1 in the MIAA. The Tigers moved to 7-11 overall and 1-8 in the MIAA.

The Lopers only got hotter on the attack as the match progressed, hitting .355 in the first set, .450 in the second set, and then .480 in the third set. The Tigers were unable to get any runs going against the Lopers as UNK's sideout percentage in the first set was 87 percent, then they were a perfect 100 percent in sideout percentage in the second and third sets. UNK had 39 kills to just seven errors in the match on just 76 attempts, hitting .421 for the match.

Taylor Hawkins&nbsp;led the Tigers in kills with seven, followed by Emily Ellis&nbsp;and Gracie Rains&nbsp;each with five. Calva Stucky&nbsp;had 15 assists and Hawkins had a team-high nine digs. Claire Olson had a team-high six blocks for the Tigers.

Five of the UNK attackers went errorless in the game, led by an eight-kill effort from Abby Rose. Peyton Neff recorded 35 assists and Lauren Taubenheim led UNK in digs with nine. Rose also had a team-high three blocks for UNK.

The Tigers will host Missouri Southern (Friday, Oct. 13) and Central Missouri (Saturday, Oct. 14) this weekend at Gross Memorial Coliseum. Both matches are set to begin at 6 p.m.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsHAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State fell in straight sets to No. 9 ranked Nebraska-Kearney on Tuesday evening at Gross Memorial Coliseum. The Lopers were scorching hot on the attack, winning by scores of 25-16, 25-9, and 25-8 to improve to 18-1 overall and 8-1 in the MIAA. The Tigers moved to 7-11 overall and 1-8 in the MIAA.The Lopers only got hotter on the attack as the match progressed, hitting .355 in the first set, .450 in the second set, and then .480 in the third set. The Tigers were unable to get any runs going against the Lopers as UNK's sideout percentage in the first set was 87 percent, then they were a perfect 100 percent in sideout percentage in the second and third sets. UNK had 39 kills to just seven errors in the match on just 76 attempts, hitting .421 for the match.Taylor Hawkins&nbsp;led the Tigers in kills with seven, followed by Emily Ellis&nbsp;and Gracie Rains&nbsp;each with five. Calva Stucky&nbsp;had 15 assists and Hawkins had a team-high nine digs. Claire Olson had a team-high six blocks for the Tigers.Five of the UNK attackers went errorless in the game, led by an eight-kill effort from Abby Rose. Peyton Neff recorded 35 assists and Lauren Taubenheim led UNK in digs with nine. Rose also had a team-high three blocks for UNK.The Tigers will host Missouri Southern (Friday, Oct. 13) and Central Missouri (Saturday, Oct. 14) this weekend at Gross Memorial Coliseum. Both matches are set to begin at 6 p.m.

🏐 No. 9 Lopers defeat Tigers in mid-week conference match

HAYS -&nbsp;The Hays High boys
soccer lost 2-1 to Wichita Trinity Tuesday at Hays High School.

The Indians trailed 1-0 at halftime with both team scoring a goal in the second half.

The Indians are now 6-6-1 on the season. They close out Western Athletic Conference play at home Thursday against Garden City.

Hays PostHAYS -&nbsp;The Hays High boys
soccer lost 2-1 to Wichita Trinity Tuesday at Hays High School.The Indians trailed 1-0 at halftime with both team scoring a goal in the second half.The Indians are now 6-6-1 on the season. They close out Western Athletic Conference play at home Thursday against Garden City.

⚽ HHS falls at home to Wichita Trinity

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Regan Hodsden&nbsp;of Fort Hays State was named the MIAA Women's Cross Country Athlete of the Week on Tuesday. She was the champion of the Emporia State Invitational last weekend, helping the Tigers to a team title as well.

Hodsden topped a field of 48 competitors in the 5K race, helping Fort Hays State win the team title by 60 points. Hodsden covered the course in a time of 17:34.79. She has won both races she has competed in this fall, also winning the Terry Masterson Twilight Classic held by Hutchinson Community College back in early September. Hodsden was an All-America performer in cross country last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsKANSAS CITY, Mo. – Regan Hodsden&nbsp;of Fort Hays State was named the MIAA Women's Cross Country Athlete of the Week on Tuesday. She was the champion of the Emporia State Invitational last weekend, helping the Tigers to a team title as well.Hodsden topped a field of 48 competitors in the 5K race, helping Fort Hays State win the team title by 60 points. Hodsden covered the course in a time of 17:34.79. She has won both races she has competed in this fall, also winning the Terry Masterson Twilight Classic held by Hutchinson Community College back in early September. Hodsden was an All-America performer in cross country last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏃‍♀️ FHSU's Hodsden named MIAA Women’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The MIAA revealed the 2023-24 Preseason Men's Basketball Coaches and Media Polls on Tuesday (Oct. 10) as part of its annual Basketball Media Day in Kansas City. Fort Hays State was picked third in the Coaches Poll and fourth in the Media Poll. The Tigers are coming off a 21-9 season in 2022-23, tying for third place in the MIAA regular season standings with Emporia State.

Fort Hays State has put together back-to-back 20-plus win seasons, but was just outside the mix of teams to make the NCAA Tournament each year. FHSU went 23-6 in 2021-22, it's best mark under head coach Mark Johnson when not being selected to the NCAA Tournament, and had another strong season in 2022-23 at 21-9 finishing third in the perennially tough MIAA for a second-straight season. The Tigers have now won 20 or more under Johnson 11 times in his 22 years of guiding the program. He enters his 23rd season with a career record of 428-212, among the Top 25 winningest active coaches in NCAA Division II.

The Tigers have finished third in the MIAA regular season standings in each of the last two years. In 2021-22, they were just one game back of co-champions Northwest Missouri State and Central Oklahoma with a mark of 17-5 in the conference. Last year, Northwest Missouri returned to the top alone with Central Oklahoma second and then FHSU and Emporia State tying for third at 15-7. Northwest Missouri State has won or tied for the MIAA regular season title in each of the last 10 seasons. Fort Hays State and Central Missouri tied for the crown in 2012-13 season, which was the last time NWMSU did not win at least a share of the title.

The preseason polls have Northwest Missouri State as the favorite once again in 2023-24, but there is a bit of a shakeup among the top four teams in the conference from last year in the No. 2 through No. 4 positions. FHSU was picked third in the Coaches Poll and fourth in the Media Poll. Emporia State was tabbed second in the Coaches Poll and third in the Media Poll. Central Oklahoma was fourth in the Coaches Poll and second in the Media Poll. FHSU, ESU, and UCO all received one first-place vote in the Coaches Poll, while Northwest Missouri took the other 11 first-place votes. In the Media Poll, NWMSU and UCO were the only two teams to garner first-place votes.

The Tigers return all three of their All-MIAA performers from a season ago. All-MIAA First Team selection Kaleb Hammeke returns at point guard after averaging 16.4 points, 3.6 assists, and 3.5 rebounds per game in 2022-23. He was also an NABC All-District Second Team selection in the Central Region. He led the MIAA in minutes per game (36.3) and ranked sixth in the conference in scoring and fifth in assists. Hammeke scored in double figures in 27 of 30 games for FHSU last year. Joining him are All-MIAA Honorable Mention picks Elijah Nnanabu and Bjarni Jonsson. Nnanabu averaged 10.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, while Jonsson added 8.6 points and 3.7 points per game. Jonsson was also named to the MIAA All-Defensive Team for a second straight season.

Traejon Davis, Jaheim Holden, and Lucas Hammeke also return to the floor this season, while 2022-23 redshirts Kyle Grill and Nathan Hawk look to work their way into the mix. They join the three all-conference selections as the eight returners to the program this year. The Tigers have six newcomers, which includes four transfers and two true freshmen.

The Tigers will play an exhibition contest at the University of Kansas on November 1 before opening their regular season November 10-11 in Emporia, Kan., playing Southwestern Oklahoma State and Arkansas Tech in the MIAA/GAC Challenge. The first home action of the season will be on November 21 against Central Christian College after the Tigers play their first three games of the season away from Gross Memorial Coliseum.

Below are the 2023-24 MIAA Preseason Men's Basketball Polls.

COACHES POLL 1. Northwest Missouri [11] – 166 points 2. Emporia State [1] – 151 points 3. Fort Hays State [1] – 147 points 4. Central Oklahoma [1] – 138 points 5. Missouri Southern – 120 points 6. Washburn – 106 points 7. Missouri Western – 92 points 8. Rogers State – 88 points 9. Northeastern State – 60 points 10. Central Missouri – 59 points 11. Pittsburg State – 55 points 12. Lincoln – 46 points 13. Newman – 24 points 14. Nebraska Kearney – 22 points

MEDIA POLL 1. Northwest Missouri [19] – 291 points 2. Central Oklahoma [2] – 260 points 3. Emporia State – 252 points 4. Fort Hays State – 229 points 5. Missouri Southern – 193 points 6. Lincoln – 163 points 7. Washburn – 162 points 8. Missouri Western – 141 points 9. Rogers State – 138 points 10. Central Missouri – 110 points 11. Pittsburg State – 96 points 12. Northeastern State – 87 points 13. Newman – 47 points 14. Nebraska Kearney – 36 points

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsKANSAS CITY, Mo. – The MIAA revealed the 2023-24 Preseason Men's Basketball Coaches and Media Polls on Tuesday (Oct. 10) as part of its annual Basketball Media Day in Kansas City. Fort Hays State was picked third in the Coaches Poll and fourth in the Media Poll. The Tigers are coming off a 21-9 season in 2022-23, tying for third place in the MIAA regular season standings with Emporia State.<div><iframe width="100%" height="166" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1636740918&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe><div style="font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509" title="Eagle Radio" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Eagle Radio</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509/miaa-basketball-media-day-mark-johnson-and-talia-kahrs-oct-10-2023" title="MIAA Basketball Media Day - Mark Johnson and Talia Kahrs (Oct. 10, 2023)" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">MIAA Basketball Media Day - Mark Johnson and Talia Kahrs (Oct. 10, 2023)</a></div></div>Fort Hays State has put together back-to-back 20-plus win seasons, but was just outside the mix of teams to make the NCAA Tournament each year. FHSU went 23-6 in 2021-22, it's best mark under head coach Mark Johnson when not being selected to the NCAA Tournament, and had another strong season in 2022-23 at 21-9 finishing third in the perennially tough MIAA for a second-straight season. The Tigers have now won 20 or more under Johnson 11 times in his 22 years of guiding the program. He enters his 23rd season with a career record of 428-212, among the Top 25 winningest active coaches in NCAA Division II.The Tigers have finished third in the MIAA regular season standings in each of the last two years. In 2021-22, they were just one game back of co-champions Northwest Missouri State and Central Oklahoma with a mark of 17-5 in the conference. Last year, Northwest Missouri returned to the top alone with Central Oklahoma second and then FHSU and Emporia State tying for third at 15-7. Northwest Missouri State has won or tied for the MIAA regular season title in each of the last 10 seasons. Fort Hays State and Central Missouri tied for the crown in 2012-13 season, which was the last time NWMSU did not win at least a share of the title.The preseason polls have Northwest Missouri State as the favorite once again in 2023-24, but there is a bit of a shakeup among the top four teams in the conference from last year in the No. 2 through No. 4 positions. FHSU was picked third in the Coaches Poll and fourth in the Media Poll. Emporia State was tabbed second in the Coaches Poll and third in the Media Poll. Central Oklahoma was fourth in the Coaches Poll and second in the Media Poll. FHSU, ESU, and UCO all received one first-place vote in the Coaches Poll, while Northwest Missouri took the other 11 first-place votes. In the Media Poll, NWMSU and UCO were the only two teams to garner first-place votes.The Tigers return all three of their All-MIAA performers from a season ago. All-MIAA First Team selection Kaleb Hammeke returns at point guard after averaging 16.4 points, 3.6 assists, and 3.5 rebounds per game in 2022-23. He was also an NABC All-District Second Team selection in the Central Region. He led the MIAA in minutes per game (36.3) and ranked sixth in the conference in scoring and fifth in assists. Hammeke scored in double figures in 27 of 30 games for FHSU last year. Joining him are All-MIAA Honorable Mention picks Elijah Nnanabu and Bjarni Jonsson. Nnanabu averaged 10.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, while Jonsson added 8.6 points and 3.7 points per game. Jonsson was also named to the MIAA All-Defensive Team for a second straight season.Traejon Davis, Jaheim Holden, and Lucas Hammeke also return to the floor this season, while 2022-23 redshirts Kyle Grill and Nathan Hawk look to work their way into the mix. They join the three all-conference selections as the eight returners to the program this year. The Tigers have six newcomers, which includes four transfers and two true freshmen.The Tigers will play an exhibition contest at the University of Kansas on November 1 before opening their regular season November 10-11 in Emporia, Kan., playing Southwestern Oklahoma State and Arkansas Tech in the MIAA/GAC Challenge. The first home action of the season will be on November 21 against Central Christian College after the Tigers play their first three games of the season away from Gross Memorial Coliseum.Below are the 2023-24 MIAA Preseason Men's Basketball Polls.COACHES POLL 1. Northwest Missouri [11] – 166 points 2. Emporia State [1] – 151 points 3. Fort Hays State [1] – 147 points 4. Central Oklahoma [1] – 138 points 5. Missouri Southern – 120 points 6. Washburn – 106 points 7. Missouri Western – 92 points 8. Rogers State – 88 points 9. Northeastern State – 60 points 10. Central Missouri – 59 points 11. Pittsburg State – 55 points 12. Lincoln – 46 points 13. Newman – 24 points 14. Nebraska Kearney – 22 points MEDIA POLL 1. Northwest Missouri [19] – 291 points 2. Central Oklahoma [2] – 260 points 3. Emporia State – 252 points 4. Fort Hays State – 229 points 5. Missouri Southern – 193 points 6. Lincoln – 163 points 7. Washburn – 162 points 8. Missouri Western – 141 points 9. Rogers State – 138 points 10. Central Missouri – 110 points 11. Pittsburg State – 96 points 12. Northeastern State – 87 points 13. Newman – 47 points 14. Nebraska Kearney – 36 points

🏀 FHSU men selected third and fourth in MIAA preseason polls

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The MIAA revealed the 2023-24 Preseason Women's Basketball Coaches and Media Polls on Tuesday (Oct. 10) as part of its annual Basketball Media Day in Kansas City. Fort Hays State was picked fourth in both the Coaches and Media Polls. The Tigers are coming off a 20-12 season in 2022-23, a season that saw six teams in the MIAA win 20 or more games.

Fort Hays State enters its first season under head coach Talia Kahrs. However, it is her 16th consecutive year at FHSU from her days as a player, to student assistant coach, and the last 11 years as assistant coach. Kahrs did not have to rebuild either, as 12 of the team's 15 players return from a squad that continued FHSU's NCAA Division II-best streak of 12 consecutive years with 20 or more wins.

Headlining the 12 returners are 2022-23 All-MIAA selections Katie Wagner and Olivia Hollenbeck. Wagner was an All-MIAA First Team selection last year, earning all-conference honors for the second-straight season. She averaged 15.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. Hollenbeck earned All-MIAA honors for the third-straight season with a Third Team selection. She averaged 12.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.2 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game. Seven other returners all contributed at least 3.5 points per game, which includes Jessie Sallach, Emma Ruddle, Sydney Golladay, Megan Earney, Ellie Stearns, Kate Dilsaver, and Clary Donica. Golladay was the second-best assister in the MIAA last year with 130 for the season (4.1 per game).

The conference was extremely tough at the top end last year with five of the top six recording at least 23 wins. With the Central Region having an abundance of strong programs, FHSU was left on the outside looking in for an NCAA Tournament bid. The Tigers' eight-year run of making the NCAA Tournament came to an end with an overtime loss to Central Missouri in the conference tournament semifinals. But they also kept a 24-7 Missouri Western squad out of the NCAA Tournament as well with a win over the Griffons in the conference tourney quarterfinals. Missouri Western knocked off FHSU the previous season in the NCAA Central Regional Finals in Hays to make the Elite Eight. The region was so strong last year it's Elite Eight team from the year before did not make a return appearance in the national tournament. Minnesota Duluth won the Central Region in 2022-23 by knocking off a Missouri Southern team that finished fifth in the MIAA standings, and made a run all the way to the national championship where it lost to Ashland.

Central Missouri was the favorite in both preseason polls. The Jennies finished second in the regular season standings last year, just one game back of Nebraska-Kearney. Missouri Western also garnered first-place votes and ranked second in both polls. Pittsburg State elevated into the mix of NCAA Tournament teams from the MIAA last year and was picked third in both polls, receiving a first-place vote in the Media Poll.

The Tigers open the season with a pair of contests against Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference teams in St. Joseph, Mo. The Tigers take on Minot State on November 10, then face Minnesota State on November 11. FHSU will make its first home appearance on November 25 against Tabor College, which will be its fifth game of the season overall.

Below are the 2023-24 MIAA Preseason Women's Basketball Polls.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsKANSAS CITY, Mo. – The MIAA revealed the 2023-24 Preseason Women's Basketball Coaches and Media Polls on Tuesday (Oct. 10) as part of its annual Basketball Media Day in Kansas City. Fort Hays State was picked fourth in both the Coaches and Media Polls. The Tigers are coming off a 20-12 season in 2022-23, a season that saw six teams in the MIAA win 20 or more games.<div><iframe width="100%" height="166" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1636740918&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe><div style="font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509" title="Eagle Radio" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Eagle Radio</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509/miaa-basketball-media-day-mark-johnson-and-talia-kahrs-oct-10-2023" title="MIAA Basketball Media Day - Mark Johnson and Talia Kahrs (Oct. 10, 2023)" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">MIAA Basketball Media Day - Mark Johnson and Talia Kahrs (Oct. 10, 2023)</a></div></div>Fort Hays State enters its first season under head coach Talia Kahrs. However, it is her 16th consecutive year at FHSU from her days as a player, to student assistant coach, and the last 11 years as assistant coach. Kahrs did not have to rebuild either, as 12 of the team's 15 players return from a squad that continued FHSU's NCAA Division II-best streak of 12 consecutive years with 20 or more wins.Headlining the 12 returners are 2022-23 All-MIAA selections Katie Wagner and Olivia Hollenbeck. Wagner was an All-MIAA First Team selection last year, earning all-conference honors for the second-straight season. She averaged 15.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. Hollenbeck earned All-MIAA honors for the third-straight season with a Third Team selection. She averaged 12.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.2 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game. Seven other returners all contributed at least 3.5 points per game, which includes Jessie Sallach, Emma Ruddle, Sydney Golladay, Megan Earney, Ellie Stearns, Kate Dilsaver, and Clary Donica. Golladay was the second-best assister in the MIAA last year with 130 for the season (4.1 per game).The conference was extremely tough at the top end last year with five of the top six recording at least 23 wins. With the Central Region having an abundance of strong programs, FHSU was left on the outside looking in for an NCAA Tournament bid. The Tigers' eight-year run of making the NCAA Tournament came to an end with an overtime loss to Central Missouri in the conference tournament semifinals. But they also kept a 24-7 Missouri Western squad out of the NCAA Tournament as well with a win over the Griffons in the conference tourney quarterfinals. Missouri Western knocked off FHSU the previous season in the NCAA Central Regional Finals in Hays to make the Elite Eight. The region was so strong last year it's Elite Eight team from the year before did not make a return appearance in the national tournament. Minnesota Duluth won the Central Region in 2022-23 by knocking off a Missouri Southern team that finished fifth in the MIAA standings, and made a run all the way to the national championship where it lost to Ashland.Central Missouri was the favorite in both preseason polls. The Jennies finished second in the regular season standings last year, just one game back of Nebraska-Kearney. Missouri Western also garnered first-place votes and ranked second in both polls. Pittsburg State elevated into the mix of NCAA Tournament teams from the MIAA last year and was picked third in both polls, receiving a first-place vote in the Media Poll.The Tigers open the season with a pair of contests against Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference teams in St. Joseph, Mo. The Tigers take on Minot State on November 10, then face Minnesota State on November 11. FHSU will make its first home appearance on November 25 against Tabor College, which will be its fifth game of the season overall.Below are the 2023-24 MIAA Preseason Women's Basketball Polls.COACHES POLL1. Central Missouri [11] – 167 points2. Missouri Western [3] – 153 points3. Pittsburg State – 147 points4. Fort Hays State – 131 points 5. Missouri Southern – 116 points6. Nebraska Kearney – 111 points7. Northwest Missouri – 100 points 8. Washburn – 76 pointsT9. Central Oklahoma – 72 pointsT9. Emporia State – 72 points11. Northeastern State – 45 points12. Lincoln – 41 points13. Rogers State – 25 points14. Newman – 18 points MEDIA POLL1. Central Missouri [14] – 283 points2. Missouri Western [3] – 266 points3. Pittsburg State [1] – 245 points4. Fort Hays State – 219 points5. Nebraska Kearney [3] – 218 points6. Northwest Missouri – 191 points7. Missouri Southern – 186 points8. Emporia State – 149 points9. Central Oklahoma – 132 points10. Washburn – 114 points11. Newman – 71 points12. Lincoln – 62 points13. Northeastern State – 53 points14. Rogers State – 31 points

🏀 Tiger women picked fourth in both MIAA preseason polls

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Fort Hays State student-athletes&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/reilly-madden/7292">Reilly Madden</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/isabel-robben/7297">Isabel Robben</a>&nbsp;were named MIAA Women's Soccer Athletes of the Week following a pair of conference wins over Newman and Central Oklahoma last week. Madden is the Defender of the Week, while Robben is the Goalkeeper of the Week for a second time this season.

Madden scored a game-winning goal and anchored the Tigers defensively in a pair of shutouts against NU and UCO. She played all 90 minutes of both matches, helping FHSU limit the opposition to just 8 shots in each match. Madden had the game-winning goal in the 3-0 win over Central Oklahoma, putting the Tigers up 1-0 in the first half on a goal in the 22nd minute. She broke free near the back post, burying a well-placed corner kick from Gracen Chaney in the back of the net. The three-time All-MIAA defender helped FHSU produce its sixth and seventh shutouts of the season, which is tied for second best in the MIAA.

Robben picked up her sixth and seventh clean sheets of the season, holding the opposition scoreless in a pair of home matches in MIAA play. She recorded six saves in the 2-0 win over Newman and then had to make just one save in the 3-0 win over Central Oklahoma. The results pushed her into the MIAA lead for shutouts among goalkeepers, now holding a goals against average of 0.58 for the season.

Madden and Robben join Mackenzie Dimarco of Emporia State (Offensive Athlete of the Week) as the weekly honorees from the conference office.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsKANSAS CITY, Mo. – Fort Hays State student-athletes&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/reilly-madden/7292">Reilly Madden</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/isabel-robben/7297">Isabel Robben</a>&nbsp;were named MIAA Women's Soccer Athletes of the Week following a pair of conference wins over Newman and Central Oklahoma last week. Madden is the Defender of the Week, while Robben is the Goalkeeper of the Week for a second time this season.Madden scored a game-winning goal and anchored the Tigers defensively in a pair of shutouts against NU and UCO. She played all 90 minutes of both matches, helping FHSU limit the opposition to just 8 shots in each match. Madden had the game-winning goal in the 3-0 win over Central Oklahoma, putting the Tigers up 1-0 in the first half on a goal in the 22nd minute. She broke free near the back post, burying a well-placed corner kick from Gracen Chaney in the back of the net. The three-time All-MIAA defender helped FHSU produce its sixth and seventh shutouts of the season, which is tied for second best in the MIAA.Robben picked up her sixth and seventh clean sheets of the season, holding the opposition scoreless in a pair of home matches in MIAA play. She recorded six saves in the 2-0 win over Newman and then had to make just one save in the 3-0 win over Central Oklahoma. The results pushed her into the MIAA lead for shutouts among goalkeepers, now holding a goals against average of 0.58 for the season.Madden and Robben join Mackenzie Dimarco of Emporia State (Offensive Athlete of the Week) as the weekly honorees from the conference office.&nbsp;&nbsp;

⚽ FHSU's Madden and Robben named MIAA Women’s Soccer Athletes of the Week

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3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CANTON-GALVA (5-1)

4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
FRANKFORT (5-1)

5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
MINNEOLA (6-0)

1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CHEYLIN (6-0)

2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ASHLAND (5-1)

3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CUNNINGHAM (5-1)

4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
WAVERLY (5-0)

5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
NORTHERN VALLEY (5-1)

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 </figure>CLASS 6A RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
GARDNER-EDGERTON (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
OLATHE NORTH (5-1)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
WASHBURN RURAL (6-0)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
WICHITA NORTHWEST (5-1)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
MANHATTAN (5-1)CLASS 5A RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
KAPAUN MT. CARMEL (5-1)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
MILL VALLEY (5-1)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
BLUE VALLEY SOUTHWEST (5-1)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
GODDARD-EISENHOWER (6-0)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
DE SOTO (5-1)CLASS 4A RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
BISHOP MIEGE (5-1)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS (4-2)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
LOUISBURG (6-0)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
TONGANOXIE (4-2)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
BUHLER (5-1)CLASS 3A RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ANDALE (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CHENEY (6-0)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
TOPEKA HAYDEN (6-0)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CLAY CENTER (5-1)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
WICHITA COLLEGIATE (5-1)CLASS 2A RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
NEMAHA CENTRAL (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
SABETHA (6-0)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
HOISINGTON (6-0)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
SOUTHEAST OF SALINE (6-0)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ELLSWORTH (6-0)CLASS 1A RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ST. MARYS COLGAN (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
MARION (6-0)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ST. MARYS (3-3)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CONWAY SPRINGS (4-2)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
SMITH CENTER (5-1)CLASS 8M-I RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
WICHITA CO. (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
LYNDON (6-0)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
MOUNDRIDGE (6-0)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
RAWLINS CO. (6-0)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CENTRAL BURDEN (6-0)CLASS 8M-II RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
AXTELL (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
VICTORIA (4-1)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CANTON-GALVA (5-1)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
FRANKFORT (5-1)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
MINNEOLA (6-0)CLASS 6M RANKINGS1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CHEYLIN (6-0)2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
ASHLAND (5-1)3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
CUNNINGHAM (5-1)4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
WAVERLY (5-0)5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
NORTHERN VALLEY (5-1)

🏈 Week 7 Kpreps high school rankings

GOODLAND - TMP’s Ashley Hipp and Jenna Brull have punched their ticket to the 3-2-1A state golf tournament next week after a pair of solid finishes&nbsp;at the Goodland Regional Monday at Sugar Hills Golf Course.&nbsp;

Hipp was among a
group of three players that were 22-over on the day and earned a third place
finish. Hipp placed seventh at state a year ago. 

Jenna Brull earned an 10th place finish Monday with a 35-over.

The 3-2-1A state golf tournament is next Monday and Tuesday in Hesston.

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 </figure>Hays PostGOODLAND - TMP’s Ashley Hipp and Jenna Brull have punched their ticket to the 3-2-1A state golf tournament next week after a pair of solid finishes&nbsp;at the Goodland Regional Monday at Sugar Hills Golf Course.&nbsp;Hipp was among a
group of three players that were 22-over on the day and earned a third place
finish. Hipp placed seventh at state a year ago. Jenna Brull earned an 10th place finish Monday with a 35-over.The 3-2-1A state golf tournament is next Monday and Tuesday in Hesston.

🏌️‍♀️TMP-Marian sending two to state tournament

WICHITA – The Hays High girls golf team is headed back to
the state tournament for an 18th straight season after a second
place finish at the 5A regional at Rolling Hill Country Club in Wichita Monday.

Hays finished with a total team score of 351, seven shots
back of first place Kapaun Mount Carmel. 

Abbie Norris was second individually for the Indians with a
nine-over 82. 

Evyn Cox was 6th (+14) , Ashlynn Banker 9th
(+18) and Lily Garrison 10th (+18). 

The 5A state tournament is next Monday and Tuesday at Carey
Park in Hutchinson.

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 </figure>Hays PostWICHITA – The Hays High girls golf team is headed back to
the state tournament for an 18th straight season after a second
place finish at the 5A regional at Rolling Hill Country Club in Wichita Monday.Hays finished with a total team score of 351, seven shots
back of first place Kapaun Mount Carmel. Abbie Norris was second individually for the Indians with a
nine-over 82. Evyn Cox was 6th (+14) , Ashlynn Banker 9th
(+18) and Lily Garrison 10th (+18). The 5A state tournament is next Monday and Tuesday at Carey
Park in Hutchinson.

🏌️‍♀️Hays headed to state for 18th straight season

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - MIAA Basketball Media Day for the upcoming 2023-24 season takes place on Tuesday (Oct. 10) at The College Basketball Experience in downtown Kansas City, presented by Seigfreid Bingham. The event will stream live on <a href="https://themiaanetwork.com/">The MIAA Network for FREE.</a> The event starts at 9:15 a.m. and lasts until about 2:00 p.m.

The event features press conferences with head coaches from all 14 conference schools along with MIAA Commissioner Mike Racy's press conference beginning the day at 9:15 a.m., which will include the announcement of the Preseason Coaches and Media Polls. Following the Commissioner's remarks, media day host Matt Tritten will welcome the first men's and women's head coaches to the stage.

Fort Hays State takes the podium at 10:15 a.m. At that time, head coaches Mark Johnson and Talia Kahrs will take questions from the media.

The MIAA Network can be viewed on desktop, mobile devices, and Internet-connected television devices anywhere in the world. Individuals can use The MIAA Network website or The MIAA Network apps for Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, and Roku to view media day.

Fans can participate in media day can tweet a question for their favorite coach using the hashtag #AskMIAA.

Below is the complete schedule for the 2023-24 MIAA Basketball Media Day press conferences.

9:30 a.m. – Emporia State, Brian Ostermann and Craig Doty

9:45 a.m. – Washburn, Lora Westling and Brett Ballard

10:00 a.m. – Newman, Amy Briggs and R.J. Allen

10:15 a.m. – Fort Hays State, Talia Kahrs and Mark Johnson

10:45 a.m. – Nebraska-Kearney, Drew Johnson and Kevin Lofton

11:00 a.m. – Northeastern State, Keith Ferguson and Ja Havens

11:15 a.m. – Rogers State, Heather Davis and Justin Barkley

11:45 a.m. – Central Oklahoma, Emma Andrews and Bob Hoffman

12:00 p.m. – Central Missouri, Dave Slifer and Adam Bohac

12:15 p.m. – Missouri Western, Candi Whitaker and Will Martin

12:30 p.m. – Northwest Missouri State, Austin Meyer and Ben McCollum

1:00 p.m. – Pittsburg State, Amanda Davied and Jeff Boschee

1:15 p.m. – Missouri Southern, Ronnie Ressel and Sam McMahon

1:30 p.m. – Lincoln, Andrea "Drea" Mize and Jimmy Drew

FHSU AthleticsKANSAS CITY, Mo. - MIAA Basketball Media Day for the upcoming 2023-24 season takes place on Tuesday (Oct. 10) at The College Basketball Experience in downtown Kansas City, presented by Seigfreid Bingham. The event will stream live on <a href="https://themiaanetwork.com/">The MIAA Network for FREE.</a> The event starts at 9:15 a.m. and lasts until about 2:00 p.m.The event features press conferences with head coaches from all 14 conference schools along with MIAA Commissioner Mike Racy's press conference beginning the day at 9:15 a.m., which will include the announcement of the Preseason Coaches and Media Polls. Following the Commissioner's remarks, media day host Matt Tritten will welcome the first men's and women's head coaches to the stage.Fort Hays State takes the podium at 10:15 a.m. At that time, head coaches Mark Johnson and Talia Kahrs will take questions from the media.The MIAA Network can be viewed on desktop, mobile devices, and Internet-connected television devices anywhere in the world. Individuals can use The MIAA Network website or The MIAA Network apps for Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, and Roku to view media day.Fans can participate in media day can tweet a question for their favorite coach using the hashtag #AskMIAA.Below is the complete schedule for the 2023-24 MIAA Basketball Media Day press conferences.Opening9:15 – MIAA Commissioner, Mike RacySession I9:30 a.m. – Emporia State, Brian Ostermann and Craig Doty9:45 a.m. – Washburn, Lora Westling and Brett Ballard10:00 a.m. – Newman, Amy Briggs and R.J. Allen10:15 a.m. – Fort Hays State, Talia Kahrs and Mark Johnson10:30 a.m. – BREAK10:45 a.m. – Nebraska-Kearney, Drew Johnson and Kevin Lofton11:00 a.m. – Northeastern State, Keith Ferguson and Ja Havens11:15 a.m. – Rogers State, Heather Davis and Justin Barkley11:30 a.m. – BREAKSession II11:45 a.m. – Central Oklahoma, Emma Andrews and Bob Hoffman12:00 p.m. – Central Missouri, Dave Slifer and Adam Bohac12:15 p.m. – Missouri Western, Candi Whitaker and Will Martin12:30 p.m. – Northwest Missouri State, Austin Meyer and Ben McCollum12:45 p.m. – BREAK1:00 p.m. – Pittsburg State, Amanda Davied and Jeff Boschee1:15 p.m. – Missouri Southern, Ronnie Ressel and Sam McMahon1:30 p.m. – Lincoln, Andrea "Drea" Mize and Jimmy DrewClosing1:45 p.m.