It
took an extra twenty-three hours for Hays and Liberal to get their Western
Athletic Conference contest started.&nbsp; Mother nature forced the game back
to Saturday evening.

The number #2-6A Liberal Redskins flexed the muscles early with a
12-1 run and never let Hays closer than nine the entire game on their way to a
53-29 victory.&nbsp; Abilene Christian signee Katie Horyna hit a layup five
seconds into the game on her way to a game high 17 points.&nbsp; Hays went
without a field goal in the first quarter and had just two in the entire first
half.

The Redskins used additional first half runs of 10-2 and 11-0 for
a 34-8 halftime lead.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hays
outscored Liberal in the second half 21-19 and was led by the 11 of Tasiah
Nunnery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The
Indians fall to 1-4 on the year and 0-1 in the Western Athletic
Conference.&nbsp; Three time defending champs Liberal is 2-0 in conference play
and 7-0 overall.&nbsp; The Redskins have won 17 straight conference games.

A late first quarter 8-0 run gave the Hays High Indians some much
needed breathing room during their first conference game of the season against
Liberal.&nbsp; The Indians led 13-5 after the first quarter and kept the lead
between four and seven points most of the second quarter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Liberal trimmed the lead down to 24-20 before Jason Krannawitter
hit a three with thirty seconds left in half for a 27-20 advantage at halftime.

The
best offensive stretch for the Indians came during a four minute stretch of the
third quarter.&nbsp; A 13-1 run pushed the Hays advantage to a game high 18
with 2:10 left in the third quarter at 42-24.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Liberal though had one final push in them.&nbsp; The Redskins used
a 15-6 run to get within nine at 48-39 with 3:30 left.&nbsp; Liberal would
force Hays to win the game from the free throw line over the final three
minutes which the Indians did.&nbsp; Hays made six straight to take a ten point
lead to thirteen and an eventual 57-44 victory.

Jace
Linenberger scored a career high 18 including eight straight during the third
quarter.&nbsp; TJ Nunnery scored 16 which matched a career high before fouling
out.&nbsp; Carson Kieffer added 10.

Hays improves to 4-2 on the year and is 1-0 to begin conference
play.&nbsp; Liberal falls to 4-4 and 1-1.

Hays is back home on Thursday to take on Great Bend.

It
took an extra twenty-three hours for Hays and Liberal to get their Western
Athletic Conference contest started.&nbsp; Mother nature forced the game back
to Saturday evening.GirlsThe number #2-6A Liberal Redskins flexed the muscles early with a
12-1 run and never let Hays closer than nine the entire game on their way to a
53-29 victory.&nbsp; Abilene Christian signee Katie Horyna hit a layup five
seconds into the game on her way to a game high 17 points.&nbsp; Hays went
without a field goal in the first quarter and had just two in the entire first
half.The Redskins used additional first half runs of 10-2 and 11-0 for
a 34-8 halftime lead.&nbsp;&nbsp;Coach Kyle Porter<div><iframe width="100%" height="20" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/742073362&color=%2345badb&inverse=false&auto_play=false&show_user=true"></iframe></div>Hays
outscored Liberal in the second half 21-19 and was led by the 11 of Tasiah
Nunnery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Highlights<div><iframe width="100%" height="20" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/742073422&color=%2345badb&inverse=false&auto_play=false&show_user=true"></iframe></div>The
Indians fall to 1-4 on the year and 0-1 in the Western Athletic
Conference.&nbsp; Three time defending champs Liberal is 2-0 in conference play
and 7-0 overall.&nbsp; The Redskins have won 17 straight conference games.BoysA late first quarter 8-0 run gave the Hays High Indians some much
needed breathing room during their first conference game of the season against
Liberal.&nbsp; The Indians led 13-5 after the first quarter and kept the lead
between four and seven points most of the second quarter.&nbsp;&nbsp;Liberal trimmed the lead down to 24-20 before Jason Krannawitter
hit a three with thirty seconds left in half for a 27-20 advantage at halftime.Coach Alex Hutchins<div><iframe width="100%" height="20" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/742073452&color=%2345badb&inverse=false&auto_play=false&show_user=true"></iframe></div>The
best offensive stretch for the Indians came during a four minute stretch of the
third quarter.&nbsp; A 13-1 run pushed the Hays advantage to a game high 18
with 2:10 left in the third quarter at 42-24.&nbsp;&nbsp;Liberal though had one final push in them.&nbsp; The Redskins used
a 15-6 run to get within nine at 48-39 with 3:30 left.&nbsp; Liberal would
force Hays to win the game from the free throw line over the final three
minutes which the Indians did.&nbsp; Hays made six straight to take a ten point
lead to thirteen and an eventual 57-44 victory.Highlights<div><iframe width="100%" height="20" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/742073509&color=%2345badb&inverse=false&auto_play=false&show_user=true"></iframe></div>Jace
Linenberger scored a career high 18 including eight straight during the third
quarter.&nbsp; TJ Nunnery scored 16 which matched a career high before fouling
out.&nbsp; Carson Kieffer added 10.Hays improves to 4-2 on the year and is 1-0 to begin conference
play.&nbsp; Liberal falls to 4-4 and 1-1.Hays is back home on Thursday to take on Great Bend.

Hays splits with Liberal to open WAC play



GUNNISON, Colo. - The Fort Hays State wrestling team finished 1-2 at Saturday's 30th annual Tracy Borah Duals, hosted by Western Colorado University. The Tigers are now 2-2 in dual competition this season.

Fort Hays State opened the day with a high-scoring affair against 22nd-ranked Colorado Mesa, 30-22. Seven of the 10 bouts ended early with a pin, with two others ending as a major decision. The Tigers once again won five of the 10 bouts against No. 23 Western Colorado, but the Mountaineers managed a 25-18 victory. Fort Hays State wrapped up the afternoon with a 28-18 win over New Mexico Highlands.

Four Tigers won all three of their matches Saturday, including&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>. Scantlin earned a team-high 13 team points, picking up one win via pin, one major decision and one decision. Cooper recorded 12 team points after one pin and two decisions, while Jones also added 12 points thanks to a dominant 15-0 tech fall, one major decision and one decision. Ball opened the day with a major decision before winning his next to contests via decision.

The Tigers quickly fell behind 12-0 against Colorado Mesa after a pair of pins before Ball got the Tigers on the board with an 11-0 major decision. Scantlin closed the gap to 12-10 with a first period pin before Mesa picked up two more pins. The Tigers clawed back within striking distance thanks to a pin from&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;and a major decision win for Jones, but the Mavericks secured the win with a fifth pin at 197 pounds. Cooper wrapped up the morning session with a 4-0 decision.

Fort Hays State grabbed its first lead of the day three bouts in against Western Colorado thanks to a&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5398">Mason Turner</a>&nbsp;pin of Cody Fatzinger, the 11th-ranked DII wrestler at 133 pounds, and a narrow 3-2 decision for Ball at 141 pounds. Scantlin doubled the Tiger lead with a 5-1 decision before the hosts rattled off 13-straight points to take control. Jones broke up the momentum with a 10-3 win against No. 12 Ruger Wyneken at 184 pounds before Cooper wrapped things up with an 8-6 win.

New Mexico Highlands opened the final dual of the day with a slim decision before the Tigers took the lead for good.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5384">Dy'Juan Carney</a>&nbsp;put the Tigers in front 6-3 after a second-period pin at 133 pounds. Ball picked up his third win of the day with a 4-2 decision before Scantlin powered his way to an 11-2 major decision, stretching the Tiger advantage to 13-3. The Cowboys closed within one after wins at 157 and 165 pounds, but Verhaeghe helped the Tigers regain control with a 9-0 major decision. Jones followed with a dominating 15-0 tech fall victory at 184 pounds, giving Fort Hays State a 22-12 lead. NMHU gave itself a chance to win after a first-period pin at 197 pounds, but Cooper secured the Tiger victory with a pin late in the second period of the final bout of the day.

The Tigers will return to the mat on Wednesday (Jan. 15) when they travel to Warrensburg, Mo. for the first conference dual of the season against Central Missouri. Action is set to begin at 7 p.m. inside the UCM Recreation Center.

Full FHSU results from the 30th annual Tracy Borah Duals can be found below.

#22 Colorado Mesa defeated Fort Hays State, 30-22

125 - Collin Metzgar (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5385">Colin Cole</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:05

133 - Bracken Lovell (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5384">Dy'Juan Carney</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 3:26

141 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Kyle Kintz (Colorado Mesa) Maj 11-0

149 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Erik Contreras (Colorado Mesa) Fall 2:14

157 - #3 Payton Tawater (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5543">Tristan Porsch</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 3:42

165 - Hayden Harris (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5554">Conrad Vajnar</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:22

174 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Seth Latham (Colorado Mesa) Fall 5:22

184 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Nolan Krone (Colorado Mesa) Maj 13-4

197 - Aaron Trygstad (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5383">Tyler Boone</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:00

285 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Hunter Mooring (Colorado Mesa) Dec 4-0

Fort Hays State's team score was adjusted by -1.0 for unsportsmanlike conduct

#23 Western Colorado defeated Fort Hays State, 25-18

125 - #3 Patrick Allis (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5385">Colin Cole</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:14

133 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5398">Mason Turner</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over #11 Cody Fatzinger (Western Colorado) Fall 1:46

141 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Jason Hanenberg (Western Colorado) Dec 3-2

149 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Giovanni Cassioppi (Western Colorado) Dec 5-1

157 - Cole Mortenson (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5543">Tristan Porsch</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Inj 2:58

165 - Michael Thelen (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5554">Conrad Vajnar</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Maj 12-1

174 - #11 James Laconte (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Dec 6-1

184 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over #12 Ruger Wyneken (Western Colorado) Dec 10-3

197 - Espen Weber (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5410">Matt Hook</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 4:32

285 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Sammy Deseriere (Western Colorado) Dec 8-6

Fort Hays State defeated New Mexico Highlands, 28-18

125 - Marcus Santillanes (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5385">Colin Cole</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Dec 6-3

133 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5384">Dy'Juan Carney</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Issac Garcia (New Mexico Highlands) Fall 4:04

141 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Jonathon Trujillo (New Mexico Highlands) Dec 4-2

149 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Logan Pine (New Mexico Highlands) Maj 11-2

157 - Allen Michel (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5392">Josh Lenker</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 0:42

165 - Thomas Tolbert (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5554">Conrad Vajnar</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Dec 8-2

174 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Jacob Viera (New Mexico Highlands) Maj 9-0

184 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Lance Kilgore (New Mexico Highlands) TF 15-0

197 - Denzell Morrow (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5410">Matt Hook</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 0:50

285 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Julian Sanchez (New Mexico Highlands) Fall 4:42

FHSU Sports Information

GUNNISON, Colo. - The Fort Hays State wrestling team finished 1-2 at Saturday's 30th annual Tracy Borah Duals, hosted by Western Colorado University. The Tigers are now 2-2 in dual competition this season.Fort Hays State opened the day with a high-scoring affair against 22nd-ranked Colorado Mesa, 30-22. Seven of the 10 bouts ended early with a pin, with two others ending as a major decision. The Tigers once again won five of the 10 bouts against No. 23 Western Colorado, but the Mountaineers managed a 25-18 victory. Fort Hays State wrapped up the afternoon with a 28-18 win over New Mexico Highlands.Four Tigers won all three of their matches Saturday, including&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>. Scantlin earned a team-high 13 team points, picking up one win via pin, one major decision and one decision. Cooper recorded 12 team points after one pin and two decisions, while Jones also added 12 points thanks to a dominant 15-0 tech fall, one major decision and one decision. Ball opened the day with a major decision before winning his next to contests via decision.The Tigers quickly fell behind 12-0 against Colorado Mesa after a pair of pins before Ball got the Tigers on the board with an 11-0 major decision. Scantlin closed the gap to 12-10 with a first period pin before Mesa picked up two more pins. The Tigers clawed back within striking distance thanks to a pin from&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;and a major decision win for Jones, but the Mavericks secured the win with a fifth pin at 197 pounds. Cooper wrapped up the morning session with a 4-0 decision.Fort Hays State grabbed its first lead of the day three bouts in against Western Colorado thanks to a&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5398">Mason Turner</a>&nbsp;pin of Cody Fatzinger, the 11th-ranked DII wrestler at 133 pounds, and a narrow 3-2 decision for Ball at 141 pounds. Scantlin doubled the Tiger lead with a 5-1 decision before the hosts rattled off 13-straight points to take control. Jones broke up the momentum with a 10-3 win against No. 12 Ruger Wyneken at 184 pounds before Cooper wrapped things up with an 8-6 win.New Mexico Highlands opened the final dual of the day with a slim decision before the Tigers took the lead for good.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5384">Dy'Juan Carney</a>&nbsp;put the Tigers in front 6-3 after a second-period pin at 133 pounds. Ball picked up his third win of the day with a 4-2 decision before Scantlin powered his way to an 11-2 major decision, stretching the Tiger advantage to 13-3. The Cowboys closed within one after wins at 157 and 165 pounds, but Verhaeghe helped the Tigers regain control with a 9-0 major decision. Jones followed with a dominating 15-0 tech fall victory at 184 pounds, giving Fort Hays State a 22-12 lead. NMHU gave itself a chance to win after a first-period pin at 197 pounds, but Cooper secured the Tiger victory with a pin late in the second period of the final bout of the day.The Tigers will return to the mat on Wednesday (Jan. 15) when they travel to Warrensburg, Mo. for the first conference dual of the season against Central Missouri. Action is set to begin at 7 p.m. inside the UCM Recreation Center.Full FHSU results from the 30th annual Tracy Borah Duals can be found below.#22 Colorado Mesa defeated Fort Hays State, 30-22125 - Collin Metzgar (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5385">Colin Cole</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:05133 - Bracken Lovell (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5384">Dy'Juan Carney</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 3:26141 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Kyle Kintz (Colorado Mesa) Maj 11-0149 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Erik Contreras (Colorado Mesa) Fall 2:14157 - #3 Payton Tawater (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5543">Tristan Porsch</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 3:42165 - Hayden Harris (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5554">Conrad Vajnar</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:22174 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Seth Latham (Colorado Mesa) Fall 5:22184 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Nolan Krone (Colorado Mesa) Maj 13-4197 - Aaron Trygstad (Colorado Mesa) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5383">Tyler Boone</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:00285 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Hunter Mooring (Colorado Mesa) Dec 4-0Fort Hays State's team score was adjusted by -1.0 for unsportsmanlike conduct#23 Western Colorado defeated Fort Hays State, 25-18125 - #3 Patrick Allis (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5385">Colin Cole</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 1:14133 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5398">Mason Turner</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over #11 Cody Fatzinger (Western Colorado) Fall 1:46141 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Jason Hanenberg (Western Colorado) Dec 3-2149 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Giovanni Cassioppi (Western Colorado) Dec 5-1157 - Cole Mortenson (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5543">Tristan Porsch</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Inj 2:58165 - Michael Thelen (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5554">Conrad Vajnar</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Maj 12-1174 - #11 James Laconte (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Dec 6-1184 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over #12 Ruger Wyneken (Western Colorado) Dec 10-3197 - Espen Weber (Western Colorado) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5410">Matt Hook</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 4:32285 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Sammy Deseriere (Western Colorado) Dec 8-6Fort Hays State defeated New Mexico Highlands, 28-18125 - Marcus Santillanes (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5385">Colin Cole</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Dec 6-3133 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5384">Dy'Juan Carney</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Issac Garcia (New Mexico Highlands) Fall 4:04141 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5381">Brandon Ball</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Jonathon Trujillo (New Mexico Highlands) Dec 4-2149 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5396">Anthony Scantlin</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Logan Pine (New Mexico Highlands) Maj 11-2157 - Allen Michel (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5392">Josh Lenker</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 0:42165 - Thomas Tolbert (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5554">Conrad Vajnar</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Dec 8-2174 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5399">Marty Verhaeghe</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Jacob Viera (New Mexico Highlands) Maj 9-0184 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5391">Aryus Jones</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Lance Kilgore (New Mexico Highlands) TF 15-0197 - Denzell Morrow (New Mexico Highlands) over&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5410">Matt Hook</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) Fall 0:50285 -&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5387">A.J. Cooper</a>&nbsp;(Fort Hays State) over Julian Sanchez (New Mexico Highlands) Fall 4:42

FHSU wrestling picks up one win at Tracy Borah Duals

CLAREMORE, Okla. – For 30 minutes Fort Hays State went
toe-to-toe with MIAA newcomer Rogers State, but the Hillcats used a 22-6 second
half run to turn a seven-point deficit into a nine-point lead and beat the
Tigers 68-58 Saturday afternoon at the Claremore Expo Center.

Fort Hays State (6-8, 0-6 MIAA) played with the lead for nearly
15 minutes of the first and led 38-34 at halftime. They pushed that lead to
seven on an Aaron Nicholson floater from the baseline with 16:12 to play but
the Hillcats scored the next eight to take the lead.

Calvin Harrington’s only 3-pointer of the game gave the
Tigers the lead for the final time at 49-47. TheHillcats scored the next six
points and never trailed again, outscoring FHSU 36-20 in the second half to
avoid their first four-game losing streak in program history.

The Tigers have now lost four straight and start MIAA play
0-6 for the first time since joining the conference in 2006-07.

Aaron Nicholson hit 3-for-7 from beyond the arc and led the
Tigers with 15 points. Devin Davis added.

Marques Sumner led the Hillcats with 18 points.

CLAREMORE, Okla. – For 30 minutes Fort Hays State went
toe-to-toe with MIAA newcomer Rogers State, but the Hillcats used a 22-6 second
half run to turn a seven-point deficit into a nine-point lead and beat the
Tigers 68-58 Saturday afternoon at the Claremore Expo Center.<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/742027309&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>Fort Hays State (6-8, 0-6 MIAA) played with the lead for nearly
15 minutes of the first and led 38-34 at halftime. They pushed that lead to
seven on an Aaron Nicholson floater from the baseline with 16:12 to play but
the Hillcats scored the next eight to take the lead.<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/742029577&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>Calvin Harrington’s only 3-pointer of the game gave the
Tigers the lead for the final time at 49-47. TheHillcats scored the next six
points and never trailed again, outscoring FHSU 36-20 in the second half to
avoid their first four-game losing streak in program history.The Tigers have now lost four straight and start MIAA play
0-6 for the first time since joining the conference in 2006-07.Aaron Nicholson hit 3-for-7 from beyond the arc and led the
Tigers with 15 points. Devin Davis added.Marques Sumner led the Hillcats with 18 points.

Tigers run out of steam down the stretch at Rogers State

CLAREMORE, Okla. – Fort Hays State’s first meeting with
Rogers State was a memorable one. After trailing most of the game, the 13th-ranked
Tigers used a 21-4 fourth quarter run to turn a 10-point deficit into a seven
point lead then held on in the closing seconds for a 71-69 win over the
Hillcats Saturday afternoon at the Claremore Expo Center.

Rogers State (2-14, 0-7 MIAA) went 11-of-20 from beyond the
arc and led for over 31 minutes of the game but the Tigers (13-2, 4-2 MIAA) clamped
down defensively forcing eight fourth quarter turnovers which turned into 11 points and helped them to their seventh straight win.

The Hillcats used a
9-2 run to go up five with 2:24 to play in the first quarter. The Tigers (13-2,
4-2 MIAA) scored the next six points and tied the game 14-14 at the quarter
break. They led 17-16 early in the second before Rogers State scored nine straight
and led by as many as nine in the first half.

The Hillcats pushed the lead to 11 twice in the closing
minutes of the third quarter and were up nine heading to the fourth. A 3-pointer
from Lilly Garner gave RSU a 10-point lead early in the fourth but the Tigers
clamped down defensively, holding the Hillcats to two points over the next
eight minutes.

Belle Barbieri led the Tigers with a season-high 20 points
and 10 rebounds. Jaden Hobbs scored 14 and Taylor Rolfs added 12.

CLAREMORE, Okla. – Fort Hays State’s first meeting with
Rogers State was a memorable one. After trailing most of the game, the 13th-ranked
Tigers used a 21-4 fourth quarter run to turn a 10-point deficit into a seven
point lead then held on in the closing seconds for a 71-69 win over the
Hillcats Saturday afternoon at the Claremore Expo Center.<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/741983500&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>Rogers State (2-14, 0-7 MIAA) went 11-of-20 from beyond the
arc and led for over 31 minutes of the game but the Tigers (13-2, 4-2 MIAA) clamped
down defensively forcing eight fourth quarter turnovers which turned into 11 points and helped them to their seventh straight win.<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/741983467&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>The Hillcats used a
9-2 run to go up five with 2:24 to play in the first quarter. The Tigers (13-2,
4-2 MIAA) scored the next six points and tied the game 14-14 at the quarter
break. They led 17-16 early in the second before Rogers State scored nine straight
and led by as many as nine in the first half.The Hillcats pushed the lead to 11 twice in the closing
minutes of the third quarter and were up nine heading to the fourth. A 3-pointer
from Lilly Garner gave RSU a 10-point lead early in the fourth but the Tigers
clamped down defensively, holding the Hillcats to two points over the next
eight minutes.Belle Barbieri led the Tigers with a season-high 20 points
and 10 rebounds. Jaden Hobbs scored 14 and Taylor Rolfs added 12.

Fourth quarter rally carries 13th-ranked Tiger women past Rogers State



Fort Hays State Men's Basketball looks to get on the winning track Saturday when it meets Rogers State for the first time in history at 4 pm in Claremore, Oklahoma. The Tigers are looking to snap a three-game losing skid and claim their first win in MIAA play. FHSU enters at 6-7 overall, 0-5 in the MIAA, while RSU is 11-4 overall and 3-3 in the MIAA.

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Fort Hays State still searches for its first conference win of the season after a 76-70 loss at Northeastern State on Thursday night. The Tigers have allowed 50 percent or better shooting from the field in three straight games, so strong defense could be a key to the Tigers snapping out of their early-MIAA season funk. The Tigers have allowed 10.4 three-point field goals per game to the opposition in their five MIAA contests so far this season, including 12 per game in their last three MIAA games. FHSU has allowed at least 50 percent shooting from the field in four of their five MIAA games so far, with 43.1 percent as the season low by Emporia State which ended in a three-point loss (closest loss in conference play so far).

<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5315">Jared Vitztum</a>&nbsp;scored a season-high 18 points on Thursday night at Northeastern State, leading the Tigers with four of the team's 13 three-point field goals in the game. The 13 three-pointers matched a season high by the Tigers, also accomplished against Sterling, but it was not enough as NSU hit 12. NSU outscored FHSU by just one point on field goals overall, but by five at the free-throw line. Also reaching double figures in scoring were&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5313">Aaron Nicholson</a>&nbsp;(15,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5317">Jake Hutchings</a>&nbsp;(14, and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5311">Devin Davis</a>&nbsp;(10). Nicholson and Hutchings each buried three shots from beyond the arc.

The Tigers have four players averaging double figures in scoring, led by Vitztum at 12.5 per game. He is also the team leader in rebounds at 7.2 per game.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5316">Nyjee Wright</a>&nbsp;leads in assists at 2.5 per game.

Rogers State also has four players averaging double figures in scoring, led by Marques Sumner at 13.1 points per game. The Hillcats, like the Tigers, are one of the better free-throw shooting teams in the nation. Rogers State has a success rate of 80.6 percent to rank sixth in the nation, while FHSU shoots 78.8 percent at the line to rank 17th.



FHSU Sports Information

Fort Hays State Men's Basketball looks to get on the winning track Saturday when it meets Rogers State for the first time in history at 4 pm in Claremore, Oklahoma. The Tigers are looking to snap a three-game losing skid and claim their first win in MIAA play. FHSU enters at 6-7 overall, 0-5 in the MIAA, while RSU is 11-4 overall and 3-3 in the MIAA.You can hear the game on KJLS (103.3-FM). <a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?stationCallSign=KJLS">LISTEN LIVE</a>Fort Hays State still searches for its first conference win of the season after a 76-70 loss at Northeastern State on Thursday night. The Tigers have allowed 50 percent or better shooting from the field in three straight games, so strong defense could be a key to the Tigers snapping out of their early-MIAA season funk. The Tigers have allowed 10.4 three-point field goals per game to the opposition in their five MIAA contests so far this season, including 12 per game in their last three MIAA games. FHSU has allowed at least 50 percent shooting from the field in four of their five MIAA games so far, with 43.1 percent as the season low by Emporia State which ended in a three-point loss (closest loss in conference play so far).<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5315">Jared Vitztum</a>&nbsp;scored a season-high 18 points on Thursday night at Northeastern State, leading the Tigers with four of the team's 13 three-point field goals in the game. The 13 three-pointers matched a season high by the Tigers, also accomplished against Sterling, but it was not enough as NSU hit 12. NSU outscored FHSU by just one point on field goals overall, but by five at the free-throw line. Also reaching double figures in scoring were&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5313">Aaron Nicholson</a>&nbsp;(15,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5317">Jake Hutchings</a>&nbsp;(14, and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5311">Devin Davis</a>&nbsp;(10). Nicholson and Hutchings each buried three shots from beyond the arc.The Tigers have four players averaging double figures in scoring, led by Vitztum at 12.5 per game. He is also the team leader in rebounds at 7.2 per game.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5316">Nyjee Wright</a>&nbsp;leads in assists at 2.5 per game.Rogers State also has four players averaging double figures in scoring, led by Marques Sumner at 13.1 points per game. The Hillcats, like the Tigers, are one of the better free-throw shooting teams in the nation. Rogers State has a success rate of 80.6 percent to rank sixth in the nation, while FHSU shoots 78.8 percent at the line to rank 17th.

Tigers face Rogers State for first time in program history Saturday



The 13th-ranked Fort Hays State women's basketball team continues its swing through the Sooner State on Saturday) when the Tigers take on Rogers State. Tipoff is set for 2 p.m. inside the Claremore Expo Center. You can hear the game on KJLS (103.3-FM).

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This is the first time Tigers have met up with the Hillcats&nbsp;in program history. After facing off with Minnesota Duluth, Harding and Saint Anselm for the first time ever earlier this season, the Tigers have played 130 different schools in their 51-year history. FHSU is 81-49 when facing off with a program for the first time. Head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/coaches.aspx?rc=884">Tony Hobson</a>&nbsp;is 16-3 in games against schools FHSU had never previously played.

Fort Hays State (12-2, 3-2 MIAA) heads into the contest riding a six-game winning streak. The Tigers have been very balanced on offense over that stretch, with six different players averaging at least 10 points per game.

The Tigers rank in the top 10 in the country in six statistical categories, including assist/turnover ratio (first, 1.68, fewest turnovers (third, 142, personal fouls per game (sixth, 13.1, scoring margin (fourth, 25.4, turnover margin (third, 10.36) and turnovers per game (first, 10.1).

The Tigers are now 11-5 in the Sooner State under Hobson after Thursday's 77-66 win over Northeastern State (6-2 @ NSU, 3-3 @ UCO, 1-0 @ OPSU, 1-0 @ NWOSU).

Rogers State is looking to shake off a 10-game losing streak, heading into the weekend 2-13 overall, 0-6 in conference play. Both of Rogers State's victories have come at home. The Hillcats rank 14th in the conference in both scoring (61.0 ppg) and scoring defense (76.4 ppg). Opposing teams are shooting 46.6 percent from the floor against RSU, ranking 303rd out of 304 NCAA DII programs. Alicia Brown leads the team with 8.9 points per contest, with Darian Jackson (8.6 ppg) and Vanessa Gajdosova (8.5 ppg) close behind. Gajdosova leads the team and ranks 13th in the MIAA with 2.8 assists per game. Jackson grabs a team-high 5.5 rebounds per contest.



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The 13th-ranked Fort Hays State women's basketball team continues its swing through the Sooner State on Saturday) when the Tigers take on Rogers State. Tipoff is set for 2 p.m. inside the Claremore Expo Center. You can hear the game on KJLS (103.3-FM).<a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?stationCallSign=KJLS">LISTEN LIVE</a>This is the first time Tigers have met up with the Hillcats&nbsp;in program history. After facing off with Minnesota Duluth, Harding and Saint Anselm for the first time ever earlier this season, the Tigers have played 130 different schools in their 51-year history. FHSU is 81-49 when facing off with a program for the first time. Head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/coaches.aspx?rc=884">Tony Hobson</a>&nbsp;is 16-3 in games against schools FHSU had never previously played.Fort Hays State (12-2, 3-2 MIAA) heads into the contest riding a six-game winning streak. The Tigers have been very balanced on offense over that stretch, with six different players averaging at least 10 points per game.The Tigers rank in the top 10 in the country in six statistical categories, including assist/turnover ratio (first, 1.68, fewest turnovers (third, 142, personal fouls per game (sixth, 13.1, scoring margin (fourth, 25.4, turnover margin (third, 10.36) and turnovers per game (first, 10.1).The Tigers are now 11-5 in the Sooner State under Hobson after Thursday's 77-66 win over Northeastern State (6-2 @ NSU, 3-3 @ UCO, 1-0 @ OPSU, 1-0 @ NWOSU).Rogers State is looking to shake off a 10-game losing streak, heading into the weekend 2-13 overall, 0-6 in conference play. Both of Rogers State's victories have come at home. The Hillcats rank 14th in the conference in both scoring (61.0 ppg) and scoring defense (76.4 ppg). Opposing teams are shooting 46.6 percent from the floor against RSU, ranking 303rd out of 304 NCAA DII programs. Alicia Brown leads the team with 8.9 points per contest, with Darian Jackson (8.6 ppg) and Vanessa Gajdosova (8.5 ppg) close behind. Gajdosova leads the team and ranks 13th in the MIAA with 2.8 assists per game. Jackson grabs a team-high 5.5 rebounds per contest.

No. 13 FHSU women's basketball wraps up road trip at Rogers State

Hays Eagles accepting signups for 2020 baseball season

The TMP-Marian wrestling team took fourth at the Larned Round Robin Thursday. 

Weston Pfeifer had three falls and placed first at 170 pounds. Braydon Binder at 113, Kooper Hudsonpillar at 126 and Marcus Lagree at 285 all finished fourth.

113 - Braydon Binder (6-10) placed 4th and scored 11.0 team points. Round 1 - Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 won by fall over Mason Smith (Nickerson) 2-3 (Fall 3:43)

Round 2 - Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 won by fall over Nick Caraway (Nickerson) 0-5 (Fall 0:50)

Round 3 - Nathan Reimer (Lakin) 9-5 won by fall over Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 (Fall 3:16)

Championship Bracket - Dillen Hook (Larned) 12-1 won by fall over Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 (Fall 0:37)

3rd Place Match - Nathan Reimer (Lakin) 9-5 won in sudden victory - 1 over Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 (SV-1 10-8)

120 - Sheamus Holmes (5-12) placed 7th and scored 4.0 team points. Round 1 - Chase Steinert (Hoisington) 1-11 won by decision over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Dec 2-1)

Round 2 - Zackary Zambrano (Hugoton) 3-2 won by fall over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 3:28)

Round 3 - Deryk Yott (Hoisington) 12-5 won by fall over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 5:50)

Consolation Bracket - Houston Hayes (Lakin) 3-9 won by fall over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 4:30)

7th Place Match - Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 won by injury default over Chase Steinert (Hoisington) 1-11 (Inj. 0:00)

126 - Kooper Hudsonpillar (5-12) placed 4th and scored 11.0 team points. Round 1 - Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 won by fall over Ian Doss (Hoisington) 2-14 (Fall 1:06)

Round 2 - Karter Wolf (Hoisington) 9-8 won by fall over Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 2:46)

Round 3 - Gatlin Hoch (Larned) 10-3 won by decision over Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Dec 6-0)

Round 4 - Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 won by fall over Alerek VanKleek (Nickerson) 0-5 (Fall 0:53)

Round 5 - Bly Gosch (Lakin) 8-9 won by decision over Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Dec 7-6)

170 – Weston Pfeifer (8-7) placed 1st and scored 20.0 team points. Round 1 - Weston Pfeifer (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 8-7 won by fall over Dylan Reed (Stafford) 1-8 (Fall 2:51)

Round 2 - Weston Pfeifer (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 8-7 won by fall over Blake Deines (Hoisington) 2-3 (Fall 4:30)

Round 3 - Weston Pfeifer (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 8-7 won by fall over Beka Karataev (Stafford) 7-7 (Fall 0:47)

182 - Jeff Heimann (5-10) placed 7th and scored 6.0 team points. Round 1 - Kayden Christiansen (Lakin) 9-3 won by fall over Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 (Fall 1:40)

Round 2 - Carter Atteberry (Larned) 15-5 won by fall over Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 (Fall 2:50)

Round 3 - Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 won by fall over Noah Deines (Hoisington) 2-13 (Fall 1:11)

Consolation Bracket - Caden McCandless (Stafford) 15-9 won by decision over Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 (Dec 5-0)

7th Place Match - Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 won by fall over Noah Deines (Hoisington) 2-13 (Fall 0:52)

285 – Marcus Lagree (5-6) placed 4th and scored 3.0 team points. Round 1 - Gerardo Rubio (Hugoton) 2-2 won by fall over Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 (Fall 2:44)

Round 2 - Jeison Coreno (Hugoton) 4-0 won by decision over Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 (Dec 6-0)

Round 4 - Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 won by injury default over Xavier White (Nickerson) 0-4 (Inj. 0:00)

Round 5 - Cade Boxberger (Hoisington) 8-3 won by decision over Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 (Dec 1-0)

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 </figure>The TMP-Marian wrestling team took fourth at the Larned Round Robin Thursday. Weston Pfeifer had three falls and placed first at 170 pounds. Braydon Binder at 113, Kooper Hudsonpillar at 126 and Marcus Lagree at 285 all finished fourth.113 - Braydon Binder (6-10) placed 4th and scored 11.0 team points. Round 1 - Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 won by fall over Mason Smith (Nickerson) 2-3 (Fall 3:43)Round 2 - Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 won by fall over Nick Caraway (Nickerson) 0-5 (Fall 0:50)Round 3 - Nathan Reimer (Lakin) 9-5 won by fall over Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 (Fall 3:16)Championship Bracket - Dillen Hook (Larned) 12-1 won by fall over Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 (Fall 0:37)3rd Place Match - Nathan Reimer (Lakin) 9-5 won in sudden victory - 1 over Braydon Binder (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 6-10 (SV-1 10-8)120 - Sheamus Holmes (5-12) placed 7th and scored 4.0 team points. Round 1 - Chase Steinert (Hoisington) 1-11 won by decision over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Dec 2-1)Round 2 - Zackary Zambrano (Hugoton) 3-2 won by fall over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 3:28)Round 3 - Deryk Yott (Hoisington) 12-5 won by fall over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 5:50)Consolation Bracket - Houston Hayes (Lakin) 3-9 won by fall over Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 4:30)7th Place Match - Sheamus Holmes (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 won by injury default over Chase Steinert (Hoisington) 1-11 (Inj. 0:00)126 - Kooper Hudsonpillar (5-12) placed 4th and scored 11.0 team points. Round 1 - Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 won by fall over Ian Doss (Hoisington) 2-14 (Fall 1:06)Round 2 - Karter Wolf (Hoisington) 9-8 won by fall over Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Fall 2:46)Round 3 - Gatlin Hoch (Larned) 10-3 won by decision over Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Dec 6-0)Round 4 - Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 won by fall over Alerek VanKleek (Nickerson) 0-5 (Fall 0:53)Round 5 - Bly Gosch (Lakin) 8-9 won by decision over Kooper Hudsonpillar (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-12 (Dec 7-6)170 – Weston Pfeifer (8-7) placed 1st and scored 20.0 team points. Round 1 - Weston Pfeifer (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 8-7 won by fall over Dylan Reed (Stafford) 1-8 (Fall 2:51)Round 2 - Weston Pfeifer (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 8-7 won by fall over Blake Deines (Hoisington) 2-3 (Fall 4:30)Round 3 - Weston Pfeifer (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 8-7 won by fall over Beka Karataev (Stafford) 7-7 (Fall 0:47)182 - Jeff Heimann (5-10) placed 7th and scored 6.0 team points. Round 1 - Kayden Christiansen (Lakin) 9-3 won by fall over Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 (Fall 1:40)Round 2 - Carter Atteberry (Larned) 15-5 won by fall over Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 (Fall 2:50)Round 3 - Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 won by fall over Noah Deines (Hoisington) 2-13 (Fall 1:11)Consolation Bracket - Caden McCandless (Stafford) 15-9 won by decision over Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 (Dec 5-0)7th Place Match - Jeff Heimann (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-10 won by fall over Noah Deines (Hoisington) 2-13 (Fall 0:52)285 – Marcus Lagree (5-6) placed 4th and scored 3.0 team points. Round 1 - Gerardo Rubio (Hugoton) 2-2 won by fall over Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 (Fall 2:44)Round 2 - Jeison Coreno (Hugoton) 4-0 won by decision over Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 (Dec 6-0)Round 4 - Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 won by injury default over Xavier White (Nickerson) 0-4 (Inj. 0:00)Round 5 - Cade Boxberger (Hoisington) 8-3 won by decision over Marcus Lagree (Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian) 5-6 (Dec 1-0)

TMP wrestling finishes fourth at Larned

FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION &nbsp; HAYS, Kan. - Fort Hays State head baseball coach&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/coaches.aspx?rc=854">Jerod Goodale</a>&nbsp;has announced five signees that will join the team in the fall of 2020. The class includes players from three states, four freshmen and one transfer.

Dylan Hupfer | Infielder/Outfielder | Fort Collins, Colo. (Rocky Mountain HS) Dylan Hupfer is a utility player from Rocky Mountain High School in Fort Collins, Colo. He was a second team all-conference performer as a junior in 2019, helping the Lobos to the Colorado Class 5A state tournament after earning a regional championship. Hupfer recorded a .545 on-base percentage during his junior season. He was selected to play in the futures game and all-star game after his 2019 season.

Conner Kessler&nbsp;| Infielder/Right-Handed Pitcher | Peyton, Colo. (Dodge City CC) Conner Kessler is a junior transfer from Dodge City Community College. He appeared in 50 games as a freshman with the Conquistadors, 38 in the field and 12 on the mound. The Peyton, Colo. native made 26 starts in the field and three at pitcher. Kessler posted a slash line of .280/.333/.390, totaling five extra-base hits, 16 RBI, 17 runs and three stolen bases. On the mound, Kessler struck out 19 batters in 17.2 innings of work, averaging 9.7 strikeouts per nine innings. He was a four-time letterwinner in baseball at Falcon High School, earning multiple all-conference honors.

Brady Kreutzer&nbsp;| Infielder | Hays, Kan. (Thomas More Prep-Marian HS) Hays native Brady Kreutzer will join the Tigers as a true freshman in the fall of 2020. The infielder has earned All-State honors twice during his time at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School, earning honorable mention honors as a sophomore in 2018 before picking up a spot on the first team as a junior in 2019. He recorded a .515 batting average as a junior, totaling 35 hits, 10 doubles, four triples and 35 RBI. Kreutzer is a three-sport athlete at TMP, also competing in soccer and basketball.

Dustin Menard&nbsp;| Left-handed Pitcher | New Iberia, La. (New Iberia Senior High) Dustin Menard is one of two left-handed pitchers in this year's signing class. He is coming off a solid junior campaign for New Iberia (La.) Senior High, averaging 11.3 strikeouts per nine innings in 59 innings of work. The lefty totaled five wins, an ERA of 3.81 and 74 strikeouts in 2019 to earn a spot onThe Daily Iberian's Best of the Teche Baseball Team. His outing against Sam Houston HS as a sophomore was named the performance of the year.

Jayce Meyer&nbsp;| Left-handed Pitcher | Wichita, Kan. (Maize South HS) The Tigers added another lefty arm to their arsenal in Jayce Meyer. A Wichita, Kan. native, Meyer is one of the top prospects in the state of Kansas, earning the No. 1 ranking in the LHP category and ranking 10th overall according to the Prep Baseball Report. He helped Maize South High School to its first-ever state championship in baseball as a freshman in 2017. Meyer was selected to play for the Midwest Region USA Team in 2017 and represented Kansas in the High Plains Shootout in 2019. Meyer struck out 25 batters in 21 innings as a junior in 2019, earning a 2-1 record alongside two saves and a 2.67 ERA. He also competed in cross country for the Mavericks, helping Maize South win the state title in 2016. He is cousins with FHSU track &amp; field great&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/staff.aspx?staff=249">Brett Meyer</a>.

Fort Hays State Baseball Signing Class Name	Pos.	B/T	Ht.	Wt.	Yr.	Hometown (Previous School) Dylan Hupfer	INF/OF	R/R	5-10	170	Fr.	Fort Collins, Colo. (Rocky Mountain HS) Conner Kessler	INF/RHP	R/R	5-8	150	Jr.	Peyton, Colo. (Dodge City CC) Brady Kreutzer	INF	R/R	5-8	160	Fr.	Hays, Kan. (Thomas More Prep-Marian) Dustin Menard	LHP	L/L	6-0	195	Fr.	New Iberia, La. (New Iberia Senior High) Jayce Meyer	LHP	L/L	6-1	160	Fr.	Wichita, Kan. (Maize South HS)

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 </figure>FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION &nbsp; HAYS, Kan. - Fort Hays State head baseball coach&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/coaches.aspx?rc=854">Jerod Goodale</a>&nbsp;has announced five signees that will join the team in the fall of 2020. The class includes players from three states, four freshmen and one transfer.Dylan Hupfer | Infielder/Outfielder | Fort Collins, Colo. (Rocky Mountain HS) Dylan Hupfer is a utility player from Rocky Mountain High School in Fort Collins, Colo. He was a second team all-conference performer as a junior in 2019, helping the Lobos to the Colorado Class 5A state tournament after earning a regional championship. Hupfer recorded a .545 on-base percentage during his junior season. He was selected to play in the futures game and all-star game after his 2019 season.Conner Kessler&nbsp;| Infielder/Right-Handed Pitcher | Peyton, Colo. (Dodge City CC) Conner Kessler is a junior transfer from Dodge City Community College. He appeared in 50 games as a freshman with the Conquistadors, 38 in the field and 12 on the mound. The Peyton, Colo. native made 26 starts in the field and three at pitcher. Kessler posted a slash line of .280/.333/.390, totaling five extra-base hits, 16 RBI, 17 runs and three stolen bases. On the mound, Kessler struck out 19 batters in 17.2 innings of work, averaging 9.7 strikeouts per nine innings. He was a four-time letterwinner in baseball at Falcon High School, earning multiple all-conference honors.Brady Kreutzer&nbsp;| Infielder | Hays, Kan. (Thomas More Prep-Marian HS) Hays native Brady Kreutzer will join the Tigers as a true freshman in the fall of 2020. The infielder has earned All-State honors twice during his time at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School, earning honorable mention honors as a sophomore in 2018 before picking up a spot on the first team as a junior in 2019. He recorded a .515 batting average as a junior, totaling 35 hits, 10 doubles, four triples and 35 RBI. Kreutzer is a three-sport athlete at TMP, also competing in soccer and basketball.Dustin Menard&nbsp;| Left-handed Pitcher | New Iberia, La. (New Iberia Senior High) Dustin Menard is one of two left-handed pitchers in this year's signing class. He is coming off a solid junior campaign for New Iberia (La.) Senior High, averaging 11.3 strikeouts per nine innings in 59 innings of work. The lefty totaled five wins, an ERA of 3.81 and 74 strikeouts in 2019 to earn a spot onThe Daily Iberian's Best of the Teche Baseball Team. His outing against Sam Houston HS as a sophomore was named the performance of the year.Jayce Meyer&nbsp;| Left-handed Pitcher | Wichita, Kan. (Maize South HS) The Tigers added another lefty arm to their arsenal in Jayce Meyer. A Wichita, Kan. native, Meyer is one of the top prospects in the state of Kansas, earning the No. 1 ranking in the LHP category and ranking 10th overall according to the Prep Baseball Report. He helped Maize South High School to its first-ever state championship in baseball as a freshman in 2017. Meyer was selected to play for the Midwest Region USA Team in 2017 and represented Kansas in the High Plains Shootout in 2019. Meyer struck out 25 batters in 21 innings as a junior in 2019, earning a 2-1 record alongside two saves and a 2.67 ERA. He also competed in cross country for the Mavericks, helping Maize South win the state title in 2016. He is cousins with FHSU track &amp; field great&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/staff.aspx?staff=249">Brett Meyer</a>.Fort Hays State Baseball Signing Class Name	Pos.	B/T	Ht.	Wt.	Yr.	Hometown (Previous School) Dylan Hupfer	INF/OF	R/R	5-10	170	Fr.	Fort Collins, Colo. (Rocky Mountain HS) Conner Kessler	INF/RHP	R/R	5-8	150	Jr.	Peyton, Colo. (Dodge City CC) Brady Kreutzer	INF	R/R	5-8	160	Fr.	Hays, Kan. (Thomas More Prep-Marian) Dustin Menard	LHP	L/L	6-0	195	Fr.	New Iberia, La. (New Iberia Senior High) Jayce Meyer	LHP	L/L	6-1	160	Fr.	Wichita, Kan. (Maize South HS)

FHSU baseball signs five future Tigers

WICHITA - Jamarius Burton scored 16 points to lead No. 23 Wichita
State past No. 21 Memphis. Erik Stevenson had 12 points for the Shockers, and
Tyson Etienne added 11. 

Precious Achiuwa had 22 points and 12 rebounds for
Memphis. 

Wichita State led by as many as 19 points, but Memphis closed back
within six in the final minutes. Wichita State shot just 32.8% for the game,
more than 10 points lower than its season mark.

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State past No. 21 Memphis. Erik Stevenson had 12 points for the Shockers, and
Tyson Etienne added 11. Precious Achiuwa had 22 points and 12 rebounds for
Memphis. Wichita State led by as many as 19 points, but Memphis closed back
within six in the final minutes. Wichita State shot just 32.8% for the game,
more than 10 points lower than its season mark.

Burton leads No. 23 Wichita State past No. 21 Memphis

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Fort Hays State hit 13 three-pointers and
shot 54-percent in the second half but it wasn’t enough in a 76-70 loss at
Northeastern State Thursday at the NSU Event Center. The Tigers (6-7, 0-5 MIAA)
have lost their first five conference games matching their worst start since
their first season in the league in 2006-07.

The RiverHawks (10-5, 3-3 MIAA, who were led by Kendrick’s
Thompson’s 29 points, end a four-game losing streak.

NSU needed less than six minutes to build a nine-point lead
but a 13-2 Tiger run capped by an Aaron Nicholson 3-pointer put the Tigers up
21-19. They led 26-24 with 5:05 to play in the half before the RIverHawks
closed on an 11-2 run to go up 35-28.

Northeastern led by eight early in the second half but the
Tigers would battle back and tie the game 50-50 on a Nicholson step-back
3-pointer. Jared Vitztum hit two free throws with 8:29 to play to give FHSU
their least lead at 54-43.

NSU’s Kendrick Thompson scored the game’s next eight points
and 11 straight for the RiverHawks to push their lead to seven.

Vitztum, who went 4-for-5 from beyond the arc and 6-of-6
from the free throw line, hit a three then two free throws to close the gap to
two with 5:39 to play but would get no closer.

Vitztum led four Tigers in double-figures with 18 points.
Aaron Nicholson added 15, Jake Hutchings 14 and Devin Davis 10.

The Tigers shot 47-percent for the game including 13-of-25
from beyond the arc.

NSU finished at 50-percent shooting and went 12-for-29 from
3-point range.

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shot 54-percent in the second half but it wasn’t enough in a 76-70 loss at
Northeastern State Thursday at the NSU Event Center. The Tigers (6-7, 0-5 MIAA)
have lost their first five conference games matching their worst start since
their first season in the league in 2006-07.The RiverHawks (10-5, 3-3 MIAA, who were led by Kendrick’s
Thompson’s 29 points, end a four-game losing streak.<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/741121696&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>NSU needed less than six minutes to build a nine-point lead
but a 13-2 Tiger run capped by an Aaron Nicholson 3-pointer put the Tigers up
21-19. They led 26-24 with 5:05 to play in the half before the RIverHawks
closed on an 11-2 run to go up 35-28.<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/741121963&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>Northeastern led by eight early in the second half but the
Tigers would battle back and tie the game 50-50 on a Nicholson step-back
3-pointer. Jared Vitztum hit two free throws with 8:29 to play to give FHSU
their least lead at 54-43.NSU’s Kendrick Thompson scored the game’s next eight points
and 11 straight for the RiverHawks to push their lead to seven.Vitztum, who went 4-for-5 from beyond the arc and 6-of-6
from the free throw line, hit a three then two free throws to close the gap to
two with 5:39 to play but would get no closer.Vitztum led four Tigers in double-figures with 18 points.
Aaron Nicholson added 15, Jake Hutchings 14 and Devin Davis 10.The Tigers shot 47-percent for the game including 13-of-25
from beyond the arc.NSU finished at 50-percent shooting and went 12-for-29 from
3-point range.

Tigers come up short to RiverHawks

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Taylor Rolfs hit three 3-pointers to spark
a 17-4 third quarter run after the Fort Hays State fell behind by one and the
13th-ranked defeat a gritty Northeastern State team 77-66 Thursday night at the
NSU Event Center.

Fort Hays State(12-2, 3-2 MIAA) shot 69-percent in the
second half including seven of nine from the floor in the fourth quarter and
pick up their sixth straight win overall, their third straight in conference
play and 13th straight over the RiverHawks (4-9, 2-4 MIAA).

The Tigers led by five after the first quarter and used an
11-2 run to go up 12 in the second but NSU answered with a 13-2 run to pull
within one late in the half.

Northeastern took the lead early in the third before Rolfs
took over hitting threes in three of their next four possessions.

Belle Barbiere went 7-for-8 from the floor and hit all four
of her free throws and led the Tigers with 18 points and eight rebounds. Jaden
Hobbs went 8-for-8 from the foul line and scored 17 points and had six assists.
Rolfs went 4-for-5 from beyond the arc and scored 16 while dishing out five
assists.

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a 17-4 third quarter run after the Fort Hays State fell behind by one and the
13th-ranked defeat a gritty Northeastern State team 77-66 Thursday night at the
NSU Event Center.<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/741073069&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>Fort Hays State(12-2, 3-2 MIAA) shot 69-percent in the
second half including seven of nine from the floor in the fourth quarter and
pick up their sixth straight win overall, their third straight in conference
play and 13th straight over the RiverHawks (4-9, 2-4 MIAA).<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/741071815%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-szEMQ&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe></div>The Tigers led by five after the first quarter and used an
11-2 run to go up 12 in the second but NSU answered with a 13-2 run to pull
within one late in the half.Northeastern took the lead early in the third before Rolfs
took over hitting threes in three of their next four possessions.Belle Barbiere went 7-for-8 from the floor and hit all four
of her free throws and led the Tigers with 18 points and eight rebounds. Jaden
Hobbs went 8-for-8 from the foul line and scored 17 points and had six assists.
Rolfs went 4-for-5 from beyond the arc and scored 16 while dishing out five
assists.

Hot shooting lifts #13 FHSU women past Northeastern State



Fort Hays State begins a two-game MIAA road swing in Oklahoma on Thursday night at Northeastern State in Tahlequah. The men tip off at 7:30 pm, which follows the women's contest at 5:30 pm. The Tigers are still in search of their first MIAA win of the season, now 6-6 overall and 0-4 in the MIAA, while Northeastern State is 9-5 overall and 2-3 in the MIAA.

The Tigers are coming off a pair of losses at home to Missouri Southern and Pittsburg State. Last season, the Tigers split their regular season series with Northeastern State, winning by four in Hays before falling by 10 in Tahlequah. The loss in Tahlequah snapped a four-game win streak in the series for FHSU.

<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5315">Jared Vitztum</a>&nbsp;is now the team leader in scoring at 12 points per game, while also leading the team in rebounds at 7.2 per game.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5311">Devin Davis</a>&nbsp;(11.7,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5317">Jake Hutchings</a>&nbsp;(10.8, and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5316">Nyjee Wright</a>&nbsp;(10.6) also average double figures in scoring. Wright leads in assists at 2.3 per game.

Caleb Smith leads the RiverHawks at 16.6 points per game, followed by Kendrick Thompson at 12.4 per game. They are the only two NSU players averaging double figures on the season.



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Fort Hays State begins a two-game MIAA road swing in Oklahoma on Thursday night at Northeastern State in Tahlequah. The men tip off at 7:30 pm, which follows the women's contest at 5:30 pm. The Tigers are still in search of their first MIAA win of the season, now 6-6 overall and 0-4 in the MIAA, while Northeastern State is 9-5 overall and 2-3 in the MIAA.You can hear the game on KJLS (103.3-FM). <a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?stationCallSign=KJLS">LISTEN LIVE</a>The Tigers are coming off a pair of losses at home to Missouri Southern and Pittsburg State. Last season, the Tigers split their regular season series with Northeastern State, winning by four in Hays before falling by 10 in Tahlequah. The loss in Tahlequah snapped a four-game win streak in the series for FHSU.<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5315">Jared Vitztum</a>&nbsp;is now the team leader in scoring at 12 points per game, while also leading the team in rebounds at 7.2 per game.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5311">Devin Davis</a>&nbsp;(11.7,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5317">Jake Hutchings</a>&nbsp;(10.8, and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5316">Nyjee Wright</a>&nbsp;(10.6) also average double figures in scoring. Wright leads in assists at 2.3 per game.Caleb Smith leads the RiverHawks at 16.6 points per game, followed by Kendrick Thompson at 12.4 per game. They are the only two NSU players averaging double figures on the season.

Tigers begin Oklahoma road trip at Northeastern State



The 13th-ranked Fort Hays State women's basketball team will take a five-game winning streak on the road this week when the Tigers take on Northeastern State Thursday evening in Tahlequah, Okla. Opening tip in the MIAA matchup is set for 5:30 p.m. from the NSU Event Center.

You can hear the game on KJLS (103.3-FM) <a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?stationCallSign=KJLS">LISTEN LIVE</a>

The Tigers (11-2, 2-2 MIAA) are coming off a pair of conference victories last weekend, including a thrilling 75-74 win over Pittsburg State. The RiverHawks (4-8, 2-3 MIAA) opened the new year with a pair of road losses, falling to Missouri Western and Northwest Missouri State.

Fort Hays State has dominated the all-time series with NSU, winning 13 of the 16 contests and each of the last 12. The Tigers are 5-2 all-time in Tahlequah, including wins in five consecutive road games. The last RiverHawk victory in the series came midway through the 2013-14 season, nearly six years ago (1/18/14, 49-48 in Tahlequah). FHSU is 13-2 overall and 5-2 on the road against the RiverHawks under head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/coaches.aspx?rc=884">Tony Hobson</a>.

The Tigers never trailed in their last trip to Tahlequah, leading wire-to-wire to win 90-66 (2/23/19). The victory gave the Tigers the 2018-19 regular season MIAA championship.

<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5434">Kacey Kennett</a>&nbsp;averages 11.2 ppg in six games against the RiverHawks, including a 23-point outburst in the last trip to Tahlequah, her highest scoring output against a DII opponent.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5437">Whitney Randall</a>&nbsp;has scored 8.5 ppg in four matchups with NSU.

The Tigers have had success in road games in Oklahoma under Hobson, winning 10 of 15 games in the Sooner State since 2008.

<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5437">Whitney Randall</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5442">Jaden Hobbs</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5440">Lauryn Reither</a>&nbsp;are all returning to their home state for the upcoming road trip. Interestingly, the Tigers have just as many players on its roster as Northeastern State.

The RiverHawks sit just behind the Tigers in a tie for ninth in the conference standings. NSU ranks 14th in the MIAA in scoring, putting up 61.8 points per night while allowing 65.7 points each evening. They rank&nbsp;19th in the country with a free-throw percentage of 77.5 percent. Cenia Hayes paces the team with 16.3 points per night, fourth-most in the MIAA. Hayes is also the team leader in rebounds, grabbing 6.6 boards per contest. Morgan Hellyer (2.2 apg) and Shae Sanchez (2.1 apg) lead the way in assists.



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The 13th-ranked Fort Hays State women's basketball team will take a five-game winning streak on the road this week when the Tigers take on Northeastern State Thursday evening in Tahlequah, Okla. Opening tip in the MIAA matchup is set for 5:30 p.m. from the NSU Event Center.You can hear the game on KJLS (103.3-FM) <a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?stationCallSign=KJLS">LISTEN LIVE</a>The Tigers (11-2, 2-2 MIAA) are coming off a pair of conference victories last weekend, including a thrilling 75-74 win over Pittsburg State. The RiverHawks (4-8, 2-3 MIAA) opened the new year with a pair of road losses, falling to Missouri Western and Northwest Missouri State.Fort Hays State has dominated the all-time series with NSU, winning 13 of the 16 contests and each of the last 12. The Tigers are 5-2 all-time in Tahlequah, including wins in five consecutive road games. The last RiverHawk victory in the series came midway through the 2013-14 season, nearly six years ago (1/18/14, 49-48 in Tahlequah). FHSU is 13-2 overall and 5-2 on the road against the RiverHawks under head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/coaches.aspx?rc=884">Tony Hobson</a>.The Tigers never trailed in their last trip to Tahlequah, leading wire-to-wire to win 90-66 (2/23/19). The victory gave the Tigers the 2018-19 regular season MIAA championship.<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5434">Kacey Kennett</a>&nbsp;averages 11.2 ppg in six games against the RiverHawks, including a 23-point outburst in the last trip to Tahlequah, her highest scoring output against a DII opponent.&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5437">Whitney Randall</a>&nbsp;has scored 8.5 ppg in four matchups with NSU.The Tigers have had success in road games in Oklahoma under Hobson, winning 10 of 15 games in the Sooner State since 2008.<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5437">Whitney Randall</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5442">Jaden Hobbs</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsuathletics.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5440">Lauryn Reither</a>&nbsp;are all returning to their home state for the upcoming road trip. Interestingly, the Tigers have just as many players on its roster as Northeastern State.The RiverHawks sit just behind the Tigers in a tie for ninth in the conference standings. NSU ranks 14th in the MIAA in scoring, putting up 61.8 points per night while allowing 65.7 points each evening. They rank&nbsp;19th in the country with a free-throw percentage of 77.5 percent. Cenia Hayes paces the team with 16.3 points per night, fourth-most in the MIAA. Hayes is also the team leader in rebounds, grabbing 6.6 boards per contest. Morgan Hellyer (2.2 apg) and Shae Sanchez (2.1 apg) lead the way in assists.

🎤 No. 13 FHSU women battle RiverHawks on Thursday

FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION HAYS, Kan. - The Fort Hays State wrestling team came away with an exciting 24-19 win over UNC Pembroke Wednesday evening (Jan. 8) in its first dual action of the year. It is the first time the Tigers have won their opening dual of the season since the 2014-15 season. The Tigers open the year 1-0 while the Braves move to 6-6 on the season.

After forfeiting at 125 pounds, the Tigers quickly tied things up when Dy'Juan Carney won at 133 pounds via injury default.

Competing for the first time this season, Brandon Ball handed the Tigers their first lead of the night with a 6-2 win over Jonathan Miller at 141 pounds. After a scoreless first period, Ball started the second period on top and maintained control for the entire frame. The senior made a quick escape in the final period and grabbed one more takedown to seal the 6-2 decision.

Anthony Scantlin padded the lead to 12-6 with a back-and-forth 5-4 decision over Tyler Makosy at 149 pounds. After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Scantlin took the lead with an escape and a takedown in the second period. Makosy went back on top with a pair of escapes before Scantlin secured the win with another takedown.

Tristan Porsch pushed the Tiger lead to 18-6 thanks to an injury default victory in the second period. The sophomore was in front at the time 6-3 thanks to two first period takedowns.

The Braves cut the lead in half when Kaleb Warner pinned Conrad Vajnar in his first action of the season, but Marty Verhaeghe helped the Tigers regain momentum with a 6-1 decision at 174 pounds. The junior took an early lead with a first period takedown before going in front 5-1 with an escape and takedown in the second period. Verhaeghe took care of business in the final period, riding out the full two minutes to stretch the Fort Hays State lead to 21-12.

Aryus Jones and Brandon Sloop put on quite a show at 184 pounds, with Sloop coming away victorious with a sudden victory takedown, 6-4. Neither side was able to gain an advantage until Sloop managed a third period takedown. Jones escaped and regained the lead with a takedown of his own, but Sloop managed to tie things up with an escape just before the horn sounded. The UNC Pembroke wrestler picked up another takedown early in the overtime period to seal the win and help the Braves close within 21-15.

UNC Pembroke closed within two with a 23-9 major victory at 197 pounds, leaving the fate of the evening in the hands of the heavyweights. Ryan Monk took control early with a takedown, but A.J. Cooper leveled things out with a reversal. Cooper took a 4-2 lead in the second period with a reversal before picking up the winning takedown midway through the third period.

The Tigers will look to add three more dual wins to its resume this weekend when they travel to Gunnison, Colo. for the Tracy Borah Duals. FHSU is slated to face off with No. 22 Colorado Mesa, No. 23 Western Colorado and New Mexico Highlands on Saturday (Jan. 11).

Fort Hays State 24, UNC Pembroke 19 125 - Anthony Carter (UNC Pembroke) over Unknown (For.) 133 - Dy'Juan Carney (Fort Hays State) over Logan Seliga (UNC Pembroke) (Inj. 1:40) 141 - Brandon Ball (Fort Hays State) over Jonathan Miller (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 6-2) 149 - Anthony Scantlin (Fort Hays State) over Tyler Makosy (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 5-4) 157 - Tristan Porsch (Fort Hays State) over Sammy Peticos (UNC Pembroke) (Inj. 3:31) 165 - Kaleb Warner (UNC Pembroke) over Conrad Vajnar (Fort Hays State) (Fall 1:28) 174 - Marty Verhaeghe (Fort Hays State) over Garrett Hill (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 6-1) 184 - Brandon Sloop (UNC Pembroke) over Aryus Jones (Fort Hays State) (SV-1 6-4) 197 - Jovaun Johnson (UNC Pembroke) over Tyler Boone (Fort Hays State) (MD 23-9) 285 - A.J. Cooper (Fort Hays State) over Ryan Monk (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 7-2)

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 </figure>FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION HAYS, Kan. - The Fort Hays State wrestling team came away with an exciting 24-19 win over UNC Pembroke Wednesday evening (Jan. 8) in its first dual action of the year. It is the first time the Tigers have won their opening dual of the season since the 2014-15 season. The Tigers open the year 1-0 while the Braves move to 6-6 on the season.After forfeiting at 125 pounds, the Tigers quickly tied things up when Dy'Juan Carney won at 133 pounds via injury default.Competing for the first time this season, Brandon Ball handed the Tigers their first lead of the night with a 6-2 win over Jonathan Miller at 141 pounds. After a scoreless first period, Ball started the second period on top and maintained control for the entire frame. The senior made a quick escape in the final period and grabbed one more takedown to seal the 6-2 decision.Anthony Scantlin padded the lead to 12-6 with a back-and-forth 5-4 decision over Tyler Makosy at 149 pounds. After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Scantlin took the lead with an escape and a takedown in the second period. Makosy went back on top with a pair of escapes before Scantlin secured the win with another takedown.Tristan Porsch pushed the Tiger lead to 18-6 thanks to an injury default victory in the second period. The sophomore was in front at the time 6-3 thanks to two first period takedowns.The Braves cut the lead in half when Kaleb Warner pinned Conrad Vajnar in his first action of the season, but Marty Verhaeghe helped the Tigers regain momentum with a 6-1 decision at 174 pounds. The junior took an early lead with a first period takedown before going in front 5-1 with an escape and takedown in the second period. Verhaeghe took care of business in the final period, riding out the full two minutes to stretch the Fort Hays State lead to 21-12.Aryus Jones and Brandon Sloop put on quite a show at 184 pounds, with Sloop coming away victorious with a sudden victory takedown, 6-4. Neither side was able to gain an advantage until Sloop managed a third period takedown. Jones escaped and regained the lead with a takedown of his own, but Sloop managed to tie things up with an escape just before the horn sounded. The UNC Pembroke wrestler picked up another takedown early in the overtime period to seal the win and help the Braves close within 21-15.UNC Pembroke closed within two with a 23-9 major victory at 197 pounds, leaving the fate of the evening in the hands of the heavyweights. Ryan Monk took control early with a takedown, but A.J. Cooper leveled things out with a reversal. Cooper took a 4-2 lead in the second period with a reversal before picking up the winning takedown midway through the third period.The Tigers will look to add three more dual wins to its resume this weekend when they travel to Gunnison, Colo. for the Tracy Borah Duals. FHSU is slated to face off with No. 22 Colorado Mesa, No. 23 Western Colorado and New Mexico Highlands on Saturday (Jan. 11).Fort Hays State 24, UNC Pembroke 19 125 - Anthony Carter (UNC Pembroke) over Unknown (For.) 133 - Dy'Juan Carney (Fort Hays State) over Logan Seliga (UNC Pembroke) (Inj. 1:40) 141 - Brandon Ball (Fort Hays State) over Jonathan Miller (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 6-2) 149 - Anthony Scantlin (Fort Hays State) over Tyler Makosy (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 5-4) 157 - Tristan Porsch (Fort Hays State) over Sammy Peticos (UNC Pembroke) (Inj. 3:31) 165 - Kaleb Warner (UNC Pembroke) over Conrad Vajnar (Fort Hays State) (Fall 1:28) 174 - Marty Verhaeghe (Fort Hays State) over Garrett Hill (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 6-1) 184 - Brandon Sloop (UNC Pembroke) over Aryus Jones (Fort Hays State) (SV-1 6-4) 197 - Jovaun Johnson (UNC Pembroke) over Tyler Boone (Fort Hays State) (MD 23-9) 285 - A.J. Cooper (Fort Hays State) over Ryan Monk (UNC Pembroke) (Dec 7-2)

Tiger wrestling victorious in first dual of season, 24-19

Devon Dotson had 20 points and six assists, David McCormack
added 16 points and seven rebounds and No. 3 Kansas routed Iowa State 79-53.


The Jayhawks closed the first half with a 21-3 run to take a 20-point lead.


They improved to 12-2 overall and 2-0 in the Big 12, handing Iowa State its
most-lopsided loss in the series since an 89-66 setback&nbsp; Feb. 12, 2011, in Lawrence. 

Kansas held star
Iowa State guard Tyrese Haliburton to five points.

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 </figure>Devon Dotson had 20 points and six assists, David McCormack
added 16 points and seven rebounds and No. 3 Kansas routed Iowa State 79-53.
The Jayhawks closed the first half with a 21-3 run to take a 20-point lead.
They improved to 12-2 overall and 2-0 in the Big 12, handing Iowa State its
most-lopsided loss in the series since an 89-66 setback&nbsp; Feb. 12, 2011, in Lawrence. Kansas held star
Iowa State guard Tyrese Haliburton to five points.

Dotson scores 20 points, No. 3 Kansas routs Iowa State 79-53

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid and Quarterback Patrick Mahomes talk playoff football during a presser Wednesday. Following are their comments.

OPENING STATEMENT:&nbsp;"The only person that will miss practice today is Morris Claiborne, and it's for personal reasons. It is not due to injury. Everybody else will practice. Looking forward to the challenge of playing the Texans. We know that they're a good football team, so we have to get ourselves ready. We're going to go through the process of that and get ready to play against a good football team and a great atmosphere here at Arrowhead. With that, time's yours."

Q:&nbsp;In your eyes, what makes a good offensive deep-passing game?

REID:&nbsp;"Completions&nbsp;(laughter). It's got to be worked, timing-wise, with the quarterbacks, receivers and tight ends – running backs in some cases. There's a ton of timing and work that goes into that. Then, practicing it, and having good players and a good quarterback."

Q:&nbsp;Does playing a team for the second time in a season tend to make everything easier because the players have a familiarity with the opponent?

REID:&nbsp;"We have that part that is familiar. They're familiar with us, we're familiar with them. So, you dig in and you study. They do a variety of things on both sides of the football, and on special teams. Whatever route they're going to go with, you have to make sure that you study it. That's the part that takes some time. Whether you know them, or you don't know them, you have to make sure that you have all of the bases covered there."

Q:&nbsp;With all of the injuries that this team had toward the end of the season, how fortunate are you to get guys back healthy?

REID:&nbsp;"This time of the year, I think that's a good thing. You're right. It's a long season. 17 weeks into it and it's good to have those guys out there and running around. That's a plus. I think (Texans Head Coach) Bill (O'Brien) would probably tell you the same thing on the other side, having his guys there is a plus. As much continuity that you can keep, you appreciate."

Q:&nbsp;What gives you the confidence that Mecole Hardman is ready for this type of game in the national spotlight?

REID:&nbsp;"First of all, he came from a major college, so he's used to playing in front of big crowds and at a high level. I'm not that worried about him in this atmosphere. I just want him to prep for the plays. Make sure that he has that down, then go play. He's got enough guys around him, either here or somewhere else, that have been in the playoffs. He's got good people that he can talk to.”

Q:&nbsp;How fresh is LeSean McCoy and how much do you see his role increasing now that he enters the playoffs?