RV/#20 Fort Hays State (2-1, 1-0 MIAA) at #18/10 Pittsburg State (1-2, 0-1 MIAA) Saturday, September 20 ⦁ 4 p.m. Pittsburg, Kan. ⦁ Carnie Smith Stadium

Note: All seats in the stadium are sold out. Pittsburg State will be selling Standing Room Only Tickets on game day.

Radio:&nbsp;KJLS (103.3)&nbsp;<a href="https://mix103fm.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a>V ideo:&nbsp;MIAA Network:&nbsp;<a href="https://themiaanetwork.com/fhsutigers/">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>

Fort Hays State is set to battle Pittsburg State on Saturday (Sept. 20) in its first conference road contest of the season. The Tigers are ranked No. 20 in the latest D2Football.com Top 25 Poll and receiving votes in the AFCA Top 25 Poll, while the Gorillas are ranked No. 18 in the AFCA Top 25 and No. 10 in the D2Football.com Top 25. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. at Carnie Smith Stadium.

The Tigers are coming off a 26-7 win over Nebraska-Kearney in their MIAA opener this past Saturday in Hays. David Arriaga picked up MIAA Special Teams Athlete of the Week honors after going 4-of-4 on field goal attempts and making both of his PAT tries, accounting for 14 of the team's 26 points in the game. Michael Polley had a big 78-yard interception return for a touchdown, while Travis Dixon provided the other score for the Tigers with a short run.

The Gorillas are coming off a 17-14 win over a then No. 3/5 ranked Grand Valley State squad last week in Pittsburg. PSU played three-straight ranked teams to open the year and Fort Hays State will make that four in a row on Saturday. The Gorillas lost their season opener to No. 1/1 ranked Ferris State, then dropped their MIAA opener at No. 19/17 Central Oklahoma before the win over Grand Valley State last week.

Both teams are similar in that they played a pair of ranked teams in non-conference play and both went 1-1 in those games.

Pittsburg State is currently riding a four-game win streak in its series with Fort Hays State. The Gorillas squeaked out an 18-17 victory in Pittsburg last year after the Tigers led the majority of the game. PSU took the lead for the first time in the contest with a minute remaining. The Gorillas have won the last two meetings in Pittsburg, but the Tigers won the three prior to that in Pittsburg (2014, 2016, 2019).

Offensively, Caleb Heavner has thrown for 535 yards and three touchdowns this year, while adding 86 rushing yards. Travis Dixon is the team leader on the ground with 167 rushing yards. Tariq Logan leads the Tigers in receiving yards with 99, followed by Ryan Allen with 98 and Ethan Hilliman with 89. Defensively, John Johnson leads the Tigers at 22 tackles, while Gaven Haselhorst leads in sacks with 3.0.

For Pittsburg State, Jackson Berry has thrown for 777 yards and three touchdowns, while rushing for 77 yards. Cleo Chandler Jr. leads PSU in rushing with 85 yards, while Kuron Parchmon leads in receiving yards with 244. Jordan Rogers is the PSU leader in tackles with 22, while James Smith has a team-best 2.0 sacks.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsRV/#20 Fort Hays State (2-1, 1-0 MIAA) at #18/10 Pittsburg State (1-2, 0-1 MIAA) Saturday, September 20 ⦁ 4 p.m. Pittsburg, Kan. ⦁ Carnie Smith StadiumNote: All seats in the stadium are sold out. Pittsburg State will be selling Standing Room Only Tickets on game day.Radio:&nbsp;KJLS (103.3)&nbsp;<a href="https://mix103fm.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a>V ideo:&nbsp;MIAA Network:&nbsp;<a href="https://themiaanetwork.com/fhsutigers/">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>Fort Hays State is set to battle Pittsburg State on Saturday (Sept. 20) in its first conference road contest of the season. The Tigers are ranked No. 20 in the latest D2Football.com Top 25 Poll and receiving votes in the AFCA Top 25 Poll, while the Gorillas are ranked No. 18 in the AFCA Top 25 and No. 10 in the D2Football.com Top 25. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. at Carnie Smith Stadium.The Tigers are coming off a 26-7 win over Nebraska-Kearney in their MIAA opener this past Saturday in Hays. David Arriaga picked up MIAA Special Teams Athlete of the Week honors after going 4-of-4 on field goal attempts and making both of his PAT tries, accounting for 14 of the team's 26 points in the game. Michael Polley had a big 78-yard interception return for a touchdown, while Travis Dixon provided the other score for the Tigers with a short run.The Gorillas are coming off a 17-14 win over a then No. 3/5 ranked Grand Valley State squad last week in Pittsburg. PSU played three-straight ranked teams to open the year and Fort Hays State will make that four in a row on Saturday. The Gorillas lost their season opener to No. 1/1 ranked Ferris State, then dropped their MIAA opener at No. 19/17 Central Oklahoma before the win over Grand Valley State last week.Both teams are similar in that they played a pair of ranked teams in non-conference play and both went 1-1 in those games.Pittsburg State is currently riding a four-game win streak in its series with Fort Hays State. The Gorillas squeaked out an 18-17 victory in Pittsburg last year after the Tigers led the majority of the game. PSU took the lead for the first time in the contest with a minute remaining. The Gorillas have won the last two meetings in Pittsburg, but the Tigers won the three prior to that in Pittsburg (2014, 2016, 2019).Offensively, Caleb Heavner has thrown for 535 yards and three touchdowns this year, while adding 86 rushing yards. Travis Dixon is the team leader on the ground with 167 rushing yards. Tariq Logan leads the Tigers in receiving yards with 99, followed by Ryan Allen with 98 and Ethan Hilliman with 89. Defensively, John Johnson leads the Tigers at 22 tackles, while Gaven Haselhorst leads in sacks with 3.0.For Pittsburg State, Jackson Berry has thrown for 777 yards and three touchdowns, while rushing for 77 yards. Cleo Chandler Jr. leads PSU in rushing with 85 yards, while Kuron Parchmon leads in receiving yards with 244. Jordan Rogers is the PSU leader in tackles with 22, while James Smith has a team-best 2.0 sacks.

🏈🎧 LISTEN: Tigers take on #18 Gorillas Saturday Pittsburg

The Kansas Hospital Association Leadership Institute graduated its 23rd class of 31 students on Sept. 5, 2025, at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show in Wichita, Kansas. Students were nominated by their hospital's CEO to be part of this select group. They represent the future leaders of Kansas hospitals.

Helping to build future health care leaders is important to the Kansas Hospital Association. “We are committed to strengthening and promoting the leadership capacity of hospital employees in Kansas,” said Chad Austin, president and CEO, Kansas Hospital Association.

 The KHA Leadership Institute was established to help hospitals provide professional development opportunities that accentuate the personal skills and abilities needed to facilitate positive change and innovation in Kansas hospitals.

The 2025 Leadership Institute class was diverse. They represented a wide geographic distribution of hospitals from St. Francis to Liberal and Neodesha to Lawrence – there was representation from all parts of the state. 

Students had been working in health care for as little as a year to 20 years. Several students have been in management positions while others were new managers. Some students also supervisor other staff, from a few to more than 50 employees.

It is important to note that the students nominated to participate in this program were not selected because they needed to learn "management skills." They were nominated because their CEO recognized their potential to be future leaders and wanted to help cultivate that development. Each one of these students made a personal and professional commitment to expanding their skills by attending all six courses of the Leadership Institute.

The curriculum was structured to enhance each student's leadership abilities.

 Course #1 focused on explaining the difference between leadership and management, identifying organizational values and creating a positive organizational climate. Course #2 focused on enhancing communication skills and grassroots advocacy. Course #3 focused on team building - including how to lead a team and how to be part of a team and Course # 4 examined conflict and conflict management. Course #5 was at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show. Students learned about the challenges facing health care.

KHA Leadership Institute Class of 2025&nbsp;

Steven Bazan, Newman Regional Health, Emporia

Lori Bortzfield, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson

Sara Boyd, Memorial Health System, Abilene

Terance Brooks, Select Specialty Hospital, Wichita

Kourtney Brown, Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus, Junction City

Anoria Carlson, Prairie View, Inc., Newton

Jessica Carson, Cheyenne County Hospital, Saint Francis

Shannon Deines, The University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend Campus

Megan Donecker, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned

Misty Duncan, Caldwell Regional Medical Center, Caldwell

Amy Elliott, Amberwell Hiawatha, Hiawatha

Stephanie Flegler, Russell Regional Hospital, Russell

Adam Gall, Wilson Medical Center, Neodesha

Wesley Goforth, Republic County Hospital, Belleville

Ashley Hutchinson, Salina Regional Health Center, Salina

Jayna Kelly, Wamego Health Center, Wamego

Sonjia Lemons, Greenwood County Hospital, Eureka

Amy Meyer, Meade District Hospital/Artesian Valley Health System, Meade

Chandra Michaelis, Rice Community Health, Lyons

Jodi Miller, Minneola Healthcare, Minneola

Monica Mullender, Osborne County Memorial Hospital, Osborne

Jaqueline Nieblas, Southwest Medical Center, Liberal

Cameron Rickel, Holton Community Hospital, Holton

Braden Shackelford, Stormont Vail Health, Topeka

Hanna Sharp, Scott County Hospital, Scott City

Patricia Smith, Edwards County Medical Center, Kinsley

Kristen Srna, Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc., Manhattan

Shawn Weldin, Sabetha Community Hospital, Sabetha

The Kansas Hospital Association is a voluntary, non-profit organization existing to be the leading advocate and resource for members. KHA membership includes 242 member facilities, of which 124 are full-service, community hospitals. Founded in 1910, KHA’s vision is: “Optimal health for Kansans and Kansas hospitals.”

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 </figure>Kansas Hospital AssociationThe Kansas Hospital Association Leadership Institute graduated its 23rd class of 31 students on Sept. 5, 2025, at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show in Wichita, Kansas. Students were nominated by their hospital's CEO to be part of this select group. They represent the future leaders of Kansas hospitals.Helping to build future health care leaders is important to the Kansas Hospital Association. “We are committed to strengthening and promoting the leadership capacity of hospital employees in Kansas,” said Chad Austin, president and CEO, Kansas Hospital Association. The KHA Leadership Institute was established to help hospitals provide professional development opportunities that accentuate the personal skills and abilities needed to facilitate positive change and innovation in Kansas hospitals.The 2025 Leadership Institute class was diverse. They represented a wide geographic distribution of hospitals from St. Francis to Liberal and Neodesha to Lawrence – there was representation from all parts of the state. Students had been working in health care for as little as a year to 20 years. Several students have been in management positions while others were new managers. Some students also supervisor other staff, from a few to more than 50 employees.It is important to note that the students nominated to participate in this program were not selected because they needed to learn "management skills." They were nominated because their CEO recognized their potential to be future leaders and wanted to help cultivate that development. Each one of these students made a personal and professional commitment to expanding their skills by attending all six courses of the Leadership Institute.The curriculum was structured to enhance each student's leadership abilities. Course #1 focused on explaining the difference between leadership and management, identifying organizational values and creating a positive organizational climate. Course #2 focused on enhancing communication skills and grassroots advocacy. Course #3 focused on team building - including how to lead a team and how to be part of a team and Course # 4 examined conflict and conflict management. Course #5 was at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show. Students learned about the challenges facing health care.KHA Leadership Institute Class of 2025&nbsp;Steven Bazan, Newman Regional Health, EmporiaLori Bortzfield, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, HutchinsonSara Boyd, Memorial Health System, AbileneTerance Brooks, Select Specialty Hospital, WichitaKourtney Brown, Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus, Junction CityAnoria Carlson, Prairie View, Inc., NewtonJessica Carson, Cheyenne County Hospital, Saint FrancisShannon Deines, The University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend CampusMegan Donecker, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, LarnedMisty Duncan, Caldwell Regional Medical Center, CaldwellAmy Elliott, Amberwell Hiawatha, HiawathaStephanie Flegler, Russell Regional Hospital, RussellNatalie Fowler, NMC Health, NewtonAdam Gall, Wilson Medical Center, NeodeshaWesley Goforth, Republic County Hospital, BellevilleTaylin Hein, LMH Health, LawrenceAshley Hutchinson, Salina Regional Health Center, SalinaJayna Kelly, Wamego Health Center, WamegoSonjia Lemons, Greenwood County Hospital, EurekaAmy Meyer, Meade District Hospital/Artesian Valley Health System, MeadeChandra Michaelis, Rice Community Health, LyonsJodi Miller, Minneola Healthcare, MinneolaMonica Mullender, Osborne County Memorial Hospital, OsborneJaqueline Nieblas, Southwest Medical Center, LiberalBrian Pfannenstiel, HaysMed, HaysCameron Rickel, Holton Community Hospital, HoltonBraden Shackelford, Stormont Vail Health, TopekaHanna Sharp, Scott County Hospital, Scott CityPatricia Smith, Edwards County Medical Center, KinsleyKristen Srna, Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc., ManhattanShawn Weldin, Sabetha Community Hospital, SabethaThe Kansas Hospital Association is a voluntary, non-profit organization existing to be the leading advocate and resource for members. KHA membership includes 242 member facilities, of which 124 are full-service, community hospitals. Founded in 1910, KHA’s vision is: “Optimal health for Kansans and Kansas hospitals.”

Hays, Russell members among Kansas Hospital Association Leadership Institute graduates 

By GARRETT WELLBROCK Hays Post Sports

HOXIE — After watching a 20-point lead nearly evaporate, Hoxie steadied itself in the fourth quarter and pulled away for a 46-32 win over Ellis on homecoming night Friday, earning its first victory of the season.

The defending 8-Man Division I state champions, rebuilding with just two returning starters, improved to 1-2. Ellis, which celebrated its first winning season in nearly a decade last fall, dropped to 0-3.

Hoxie quarterback Chase Meyer opened the game with a 6-yard touchdown run, then later connected with Griffin Zerr on a 47-yard strike to help the Indians build a 20-0 lead. Meyer finished 5 of 5 passing for 128 yards and two scores while also rushing for 126 yards and two more touchdowns.

Ellis struggled early, turning it over on downs three straight times in the first quarter. Quarterback Trent Schartz eventually found a rhythm, completing 6 of 6 passes on a second-quarter drive capped by a 5-yard touchdown to Baylor Born. Schartz later added scoring tosses to Ben Byers and Aiden Aschenbrenner while rushing for another, accounting for four total touchdowns and 346 yards.

Momentum swung after halftime when Ellis’ Carson Schartz returned the kickoff 70 yards for a touchdown, cutting the deficit to 28-20. The Railroaders pulled within two points twice in the third quarter, the last on Schartz’s 8-yard strike to Aschenbrenner that made it 34-32.

But Hoxie’s defense delivered in the final quarter. Freshman defensive back Gage Epp picked off a pass in the red zone, Caden Beckman intercepted a tipped screen with under two minutes left, and senior leader Mat Bretz sealed the win with a one-handed interception on Ellis’ final drive. Bretz also ran for 100 yards and two touchdowns.

Zerr finished with three catches for 120 yards and two scores for Hoxie, while sophomore back Noah Nickelson added 65 yards and a touchdown.

Ellis had three possessions in the fourth quarter to tie or take the lead, but two interceptions and a turnover on downs ended those chances.

Hoxie outscored Ellis 12-0 in the fourth to secure the win.

Next week, the Indians travel to Stockton while the Railroaders return home to face LaCrosse.

By GARRETT WELLBROCK Hays Post SportsHOXIE — After watching a 20-point lead nearly evaporate, Hoxie steadied itself in the fourth quarter and pulled away for a 46-32 win over Ellis on homecoming night Friday, earning its first victory of the season.The defending 8-Man Division I state champions, rebuilding with just two returning starters, improved to 1-2. Ellis, which celebrated its first winning season in nearly a decade last fall, dropped to 0-3.Hoxie quarterback Chase Meyer opened the game with a 6-yard touchdown run, then later connected with Griffin Zerr on a 47-yard strike to help the Indians build a 20-0 lead. Meyer finished 5 of 5 passing for 128 yards and two scores while also rushing for 126 yards and two more touchdowns.Ellis struggled early, turning it over on downs three straight times in the first quarter. Quarterback Trent Schartz eventually found a rhythm, completing 6 of 6 passes on a second-quarter drive capped by a 5-yard touchdown to Baylor Born. Schartz later added scoring tosses to Ben Byers and Aiden Aschenbrenner while rushing for another, accounting for four total touchdowns and 346 yards.Momentum swung after halftime when Ellis’ Carson Schartz returned the kickoff 70 yards for a touchdown, cutting the deficit to 28-20. The Railroaders pulled within two points twice in the third quarter, the last on Schartz’s 8-yard strike to Aschenbrenner that made it 34-32.But Hoxie’s defense delivered in the final quarter. Freshman defensive back Gage Epp picked off a pass in the red zone, Caden Beckman intercepted a tipped screen with under two minutes left, and senior leader Mat Bretz sealed the win with a one-handed interception on Ellis’ final drive. Bretz also ran for 100 yards and two touchdowns.Zerr finished with three catches for 120 yards and two scores for Hoxie, while sophomore back Noah Nickelson added 65 yards and a touchdown.Ellis had three possessions in the fourth quarter to tie or take the lead, but two interceptions and a turnover on downs ended those chances.Hoxie outscored Ellis 12-0 in the fourth to secure the win.Next week, the Indians travel to Stockton while the Railroaders return home to face LaCrosse.

🏈Hoxie pulls away late, tops Ellis for first win

Reporter Tony Guerrero speaks with Ellis County Health Director Melissa Miller about National Preparedness Month and the upcoming flu season on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.&nbsp;

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🎙 Post Podcast: Ellis County Heath Director discusses preparedness, flu season

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)

Saturday, September 20
 KJLS: Fort Hays State
FB at Pittsburg State, 3:00pm
 KAYS: Kansas FB vs. West Virginia, 3:30pm

Sunday, September 21
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Toronto Blue Jays, 12:30pm
 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB at New York Giants, 6:00pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Saturday, September 20
 KJLS: Fort Hays State
FB at Pittsburg State, 3:00pm
 KAYS: Kansas FB vs. West Virginia, 3:30pmSunday, September 21
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Toronto Blue Jays, 12:30pm
 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB at New York Giants, 6:00pm

🎧 Eagle Radio, Hull sports broadcast schedule

By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

Thomas More Prep-Marian’s homecoming parade rolled through downtown Hays on Friday.

The parade featured the 2025 Point of Light honorees, this year’s Homecoming Court and alumni dating back to the class of 1975.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/82baa293-5c3d-4b4f-aea4-e5f720185b94">Thomas More Prep-Marian also celebrated the 100th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of its building on Friday.</a>

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Om4nyAvlKWo?si=Kc8N44JLG14hEf-p" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>Music courtesy of PixabayBy TONY GUERRERO Hays PostThomas More Prep-Marian’s homecoming parade rolled through downtown Hays on Friday.The parade featured the 2025 Point of Light honorees, this year’s Homecoming Court and alumni dating back to the class of 1975.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/82baa293-5c3d-4b4f-aea4-e5f720185b94">Thomas More Prep-Marian also celebrated the 100th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of its building on Friday.</a><figure>
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📷 2025 TMP-Marian Homecoming parade

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

Thomas More Prep-Marian celebrated the 100th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of its building on Friday.

The event was set to coincide with the fall homecoming on Friday night.

Travis Grizzell, advancement director for Hays Catholic Schools, greeted the group at a ribbon-cutting sponsored by the Chamber in Hays.

Placed shortly after the ending of World War I, the stone is inscribed with the words, "For God, for country" in Latin.

Although the cornerstone of the school was set in 1925, drought and the Great Depression intervened, and the school was not opened to students until 1931.

Grizzell said the cornerstone was one of the hidden secrets on the TMP campus.

Grizzell said that despite the wild Jazz Age of the time, a group of people in western Kansas decided to buckle down to ensure the continuation of Catholic education in this area.

"It's an amazing thing to pull up to this campus and see this building in Hays. Our campus is beautiful. The building is awe-inspiring," Grizzell said. "It's humbling, and you wonder how the group of people back then could have persisted through everything they had against them to create a building like this.

"Nothing is too big a task when you are honoring your Lord, and it is that dear to your heart," he said.

This year is also the 100th anniversary of the Hays Catholic Schools homecoming.

Grizzell echoed a statement from TMP Principal Chad Meitner, who said, "It's your job here at TMP-Marian and Hays Catholic Schools to help our young people get to heaven."

Curtis Hammeke, president of Hays Catholic Schools, also spoke to the group of students, staff, clergy, alumni and community members.

He said the word that came to his mind was gift. He said the school was a great gift to the Hays community.

"It's that important to our kids, our grandkids and our future generations," Hammeke said. "I'm proud of this vast history, and I'm very excited about the future. It is something we have to protect.

"There's nothing more important than staying focused on Christ, and this institution allows us to do that in a daily fashion. I can't think of a better gift we can give to our kids and grandkids."

Hammeke said the school's saying used to be, "Give us four years, and we will give you a lifetime."

He said it is more than that. It's eternity.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThomas More Prep-Marian celebrated the 100th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of its building on Friday.The event was set to coincide with the fall homecoming on Friday night.Travis Grizzell, advancement director for Hays Catholic Schools, greeted the group at a ribbon-cutting sponsored by the Chamber in Hays.Placed shortly after the ending of World War I, the stone is inscribed with the words, "For God, for country" in Latin.<figure>
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 <figcaption>Sarah Wasinger, the president and CEO of the Chamber in Hays, with Travis Grizzell,&nbsp;advancement director for Hays Catholic Schools, at a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the laying of Thomas More Prep-Marian 's cornerstone.&nbsp;Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758313876131.jpeg" alt="The TMP-Marian cornerstone, which reads "For God, for country." Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>The TMP-Marian cornerstone, which reads "For God, for country." Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>Although the cornerstone of the school was set in 1925, drought and the Great Depression intervened, and the school was not opened to students until 1931.Grizzell said the cornerstone was one of the hidden secrets on the TMP campus.Grizzell said that despite the wild Jazz Age of the time, a group of people in western Kansas decided to buckle down to ensure the continuation of Catholic education in this area."It's an amazing thing to pull up to this campus and see this building in Hays. Our campus is beautiful. The building is awe-inspiring," Grizzell said. "It's humbling, and you wonder how the group of people back then could have persisted through everything they had against them to create a building like this."Nothing is too big a task when you are honoring your Lord, and it is that dear to your heart," he said.This year is also the 100th anniversary of the Hays Catholic Schools homecoming.Grizzell echoed a statement from TMP Principal Chad Meitner, who said, "It's your job here at TMP-Marian and Hays Catholic Schools to help our young people get to heaven."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758314080177.jpeg" alt="Curtis Hammeke, president of Hays Catholic Schools, at a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the laying of Thomas More Prep-Marian's cornerstone. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Curtis Hammeke, president of Hays Catholic Schools, at a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the laying of Thomas More Prep-Marian's cornerstone. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>Curtis Hammeke, president of Hays Catholic Schools, also spoke to the group of students, staff, clergy, alumni and community members.He said the word that came to his mind was gift. He said the school was a great gift to the Hays community.He apologized for getting emotional."It's that important to our kids, our grandkids and our future generations," Hammeke said. "I'm proud of this vast history, and I'm very excited about the future. It is something we have to protect.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758314220927.jpeg" alt="The entrance to Thomas More Prep-Marian.&nbsp;Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>The entrance to Thomas More Prep-Marian.&nbsp;Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>"There's nothing more important than staying focused on Christ, and this institution allows us to do that in a daily fashion. I can't think of a better gift we can give to our kids and grandkids."Hammeke said the school's saying used to be, "Give us four years, and we will give you a lifetime."He said it is more than that. It's eternity.

TMP celebrates 100th anniversary of laying of cornerstone, Catholic schools homecoming

ELLIS COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 11:30p.m. Friday in Ellis County.&nbsp;

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 Ford Truck driven by Erkin&nbsp;Ismatov, 45, Brooklyn, New York, was eastbound on Interstate 70 just east of Yocemento Avenue. The truck struck a disabled vehicle which was stationary in the right lane. After impact the truck left the roadway to the south and struck a guardrail.&nbsp;

EMS transported&nbsp;Ismatov to Hays Medical Center. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

ELLIS COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 11:30p.m. Friday in Ellis County.&nbsp; The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 Ford Truck driven by Erkin&nbsp;Ismatov, 45, Brooklyn, New York, was eastbound on Interstate 70 just east of Yocemento Avenue. The truck struck a disabled vehicle which was stationary in the right lane. After impact the truck left the roadway to the south and struck a guardrail.&nbsp;EMS transported&nbsp;Ismatov to Hays Medical Center. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Driver hospitalized in Hays after I-70 truck crash

By STACY CAMPBELL Cottonwood Extension District

There has been an increase of insect infestations this growing season around the state. 

Two of the more widespread pests have been lepidoptera larvae (worms): the fall armyworm and the armyworm. These pests have become problematic for our fall planted alfalfa, bromegrass, tritcale planted early for haying, etc. and have the potential to be problematic in our fall-planted wheat. It is advised to not get in any hurry to plant wheat.

Fall armyworm (FAW) – Larvae when mature are 1-1.5 inches long and have a variable color (green to black) with three prominent white lines down their back and a distinctive white, inverted ”Y” pattern on their face between the eyes. These larvae feed on just about anything green and are currently very active in our area and probably all of Kansas.

This moth does not overwinter in the Great Plains but migrates northward annually from southern states. It usually arrives in Kansas in July where it deposits eggs on corn, sorghum and other summer crops. Several generations occur and reproduction may continue through August and into September, putting early-planted wheat at greatest risk. Early-planted fields should be inspected frequently during the first few weeks following emergence. 

The first sign of damage is “window-pane” injury caused by tiny larvae chewing on seedling leaves. The larvae, which are usually too small to be easily observed at this time, hide in or around the base of seedlings. Within a few days the larvae become large enough to destroy entire leaves.

Fields with 25 to 30 percent of plants with windowpane injury should be re-examined daily and treated immediately if stand establishment appears threatened. Larvae increase in size at an exponential rate, and so do their food requirements. Later instars, larger larvae do the most damage, sometimes destroying entire stands, and are the least susceptible to insecticides. Without treatment, problems can continue until larvae reach maturity or until a killing freeze.

In our area there are significant populations of FAW feeding in seedling and established alfalfa, bromegrass, early planted triticale for haying or grazing, etc. Scouting is important because they can destroy seedling crops quickly.

Armyworms (ARW) - Larvae are darker with several conspicuous light-colored stripes on both sides of their bodies, and they present a somewhat different problem than the FAW, because they do overwinter in Kansas.

Therefore, the larvae may be around when the 2025 planted wheat crop germinates. Thus, planting as late as possible is important, as is destroying all volunteer wheat well before wheat planting begins. 

This is also important because it is the female moth that initiates the infestation by where she deposits her eggs, and she won't deposit any eggs unless she detects some greenery for a potential food source for the developing larvae. From past&nbsp;experience with armyworm infestations, they may continue to feed until temperatures dip into the mid-20s °F for a couple of hours, says Jeff Whitworth, K-State Extension Entomologist.

Army cutworms - One other worm to consider is the Army cutworm. These moths migrate back into Kansas in the fall, looking for any greenery on which to deposit their eggs. So, they will not be the same problem as armyworms, as their feeding will be ending this fall, but the army cutworms will just be starting their feeding and culminate in the common "Miller moths" in the spring.

The best ways to help mitigate an infestation in fall-planted wheat from any of these worms are to plant as late as possible and destroy all volunteer wheat well before any wheat is planted in your area.

Information provided by Jeff Whitworth, K-State Extension Entomology Specialist.

Stacy Campbell is a Crop Production Extension agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact him by e-mail at scampbel@ksu.edu or by calling 785-628-9430.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756828429419.jpeg" alt="Fall Armyworm. Courtesy K-State Research and Extension" />
 <figcaption>Fall Armyworm. Courtesy K-State Research and Extension</figcaption>
 </figure>By STACY CAMPBELL Cottonwood Extension DistrictThere has been an increase of insect infestations this growing season around the state. Two of the more widespread pests have been lepidoptera larvae (worms): the fall armyworm and the armyworm. These pests have become problematic for our fall planted alfalfa, bromegrass, tritcale planted early for haying, etc. and have the potential to be problematic in our fall-planted wheat. It is advised to not get in any hurry to plant wheat.Fall armyworm (FAW) – Larvae when mature are 1-1.5 inches long and have a variable color (green to black) with three prominent white lines down their back and a distinctive white, inverted ”Y” pattern on their face between the eyes. These larvae feed on just about anything green and are currently very active in our area and probably all of Kansas.This moth does not overwinter in the Great Plains but migrates northward annually from southern states. It usually arrives in Kansas in July where it deposits eggs on corn, sorghum and other summer crops. Several generations occur and reproduction may continue through August and into September, putting early-planted wheat at greatest risk. Early-planted fields should be inspected frequently during the first few weeks following emergence. The first sign of damage is “window-pane” injury caused by tiny larvae chewing on seedling leaves. The larvae, which are usually too small to be easily observed at this time, hide in or around the base of seedlings. Within a few days the larvae become large enough to destroy entire leaves.Fields with 25 to 30 percent of plants with windowpane injury should be re-examined daily and treated immediately if stand establishment appears threatened. Larvae increase in size at an exponential rate, and so do their food requirements. Later instars, larger larvae do the most damage, sometimes destroying entire stands, and are the least susceptible to insecticides. Without treatment, problems can continue until larvae reach maturity or until a killing freeze.In our area there are significant populations of FAW feeding in seedling and established alfalfa, bromegrass, early planted triticale for haying or grazing, etc. Scouting is important because they can destroy seedling crops quickly.Armyworms (ARW) - Larvae are darker with several conspicuous light-colored stripes on both sides of their bodies, and they present a somewhat different problem than the FAW, because they do overwinter in Kansas. Therefore, the larvae may be around when the 2025 planted wheat crop germinates. Thus, planting as late as possible is important, as is destroying all volunteer wheat well before wheat planting begins. This is also important because it is the female moth that initiates the infestation by where she deposits her eggs, and she won't deposit any eggs unless she detects some greenery for a potential food source for the developing larvae. From past&nbsp;experience with armyworm infestations, they may continue to feed until temperatures dip into the mid-20s °F for a couple of hours, says Jeff Whitworth, K-State Extension Entomologist.Army cutworms - One other worm to consider is the Army cutworm. These moths migrate back into Kansas in the fall, looking for any greenery on which to deposit their eggs. So, they will not be the same problem as armyworms, as their feeding will be ending this fall, but the army cutworms will just be starting their feeding and culminate in the common "Miller moths" in the spring.The best ways to help mitigate an infestation in fall-planted wheat from any of these worms are to plant as late as possible and destroy all volunteer wheat well before any wheat is planted in your area.Information provided by Jeff Whitworth, K-State Extension Entomology Specialist.Stacy Campbell is a Crop Production Extension agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact him by e-mail at scampbel@ksu.edu or by calling 785-628-9430.

CAMPBELL: Fall armyworm population is huge

HAYS – The TMP-Marian Monarchs waited out a more than two-hour
rain delay and then outlasted the Phillipsburg Panthers 20-19 for the second
straight win on the season.

The Monarchs (2-1, 2-1 MCL) wasted no time jumping on the board. They put together
a nine-play, 78-yard drive that was capped off with a Jackson Gillespie 44-yard
touchdown run, putting TMP up 7-0.

Gillespie also had a run of 18 on the drive, and Grant Nehls
hauled in a 14-yard reception on the drive.

Phillipsburg answered with a nine-play, 80-yard drive, tying
the game at seven with just over four minutes left in the first quarter.

The two teams played to a scoreless draw for much of the remainder
of the first half, with the TMP defense forcing a pair of Panther punts and the
Monachs getting a field goal blocked and punting late in the first half.

With just over four minutes left in the first half, the
Monarchs put together a perfect four-minute drive that resulted in a 39-yard field
goal by Carson Liles, giving TMP the 10-7 halftime lead.

The Monarchs were able to cover 61 yards on 10 plays,
setting up Liles for the go-ahead field goal and a 10-7 TMP lead at halftime.

Phillipsburg fumbled deep inside their own territory to open
the second half, setting up a second Liles field goal, this one from 30 yards
out, putting TMP up 13-7.

Neither team was able to break onto the scoreboard in the
third quarter. Then, with just over six minutes remaining in the fourth
quarter, Phillipsburg tied the game at 13, but TMP blocked the extra point,
keeping the game tied. 

With just over six and a half minutes left, the Monarchs put
together another lengthy drive, covering 78 yards, 38 of those on a pass play
to Nash Dreiling that set up a three-yard touchdown run by Isaac Purinton, with
the extra point giving TMP a 20-13 lead with just under two and a half minutes
left in the game.

Phillipsburg would not go away, though. It took just four plays
to answer with a touchdown of their own, scoring on a 69-yard touchdown run. 

Down 20-19 with one minute and 37 seconds, the Panthers rolled
the dice, going for two. But the Monarchs kept the runner out of the end zone,
securing the one-point lead.

TMP got the ball back and secured the victory
following an unsuccessful onside kick attempt by the Panthers. 

TMP's Jackson Gillespie finished with 102 yards and one touchdown.&nbsp;

Carson Liles finished 12-of-18 passing for 153 yards. His favorite target on the night was Jacob Seib, who hauled in five passes for 39 yards.&nbsp;

Seven Monarchs recievers had at least one catch.

TMP will be on next Friday night before traveling to Smith Center Oct. 3rd to open district play.

HAYS – The TMP-Marian Monarchs waited out a more than two-hour
rain delay and then outlasted the Phillipsburg Panthers 20-19 for the second
straight win on the season.<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/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2173650465&color=%23234c78&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/tmp-fb-coach-interview-sept-19" title="TMP FB Coach Interview Sept 19, 2025" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">TMP FB Coach Interview Sept 19, 2025</a></div></div>The Monarchs (2-1, 2-1 MCL) wasted no time jumping on the board. They put together
a nine-play, 78-yard drive that was capped off with a Jackson Gillespie 44-yard
touchdown run, putting TMP up 7-0.Gillespie also had a run of 18 on the drive, and Grant Nehls
hauled in a 14-yard reception on the drive.Phillipsburg answered with a nine-play, 80-yard drive, tying
the game at seven with just over four minutes left in the first quarter.The two teams played to a scoreless draw for much of the remainder
of the first half, with the TMP defense forcing a pair of Panther punts and the
Monachs getting a field goal blocked and punting late in the first half.With just over four minutes left in the first half, the
Monarchs put together a perfect four-minute drive that resulted in a 39-yard field
goal by Carson Liles, giving TMP the 10-7 halftime lead.The Monarchs were able to cover 61 yards on 10 plays,
setting up Liles for the go-ahead field goal and a 10-7 TMP lead at halftime.Phillipsburg fumbled deep inside their own territory to open
the second half, setting up a second Liles field goal, this one from 30 yards
out, putting TMP up 13-7.Neither team was able to break onto the scoreboard in the
third quarter. Then, with just over six minutes remaining in the fourth
quarter, Phillipsburg tied the game at 13, but TMP blocked the extra point,
keeping the game tied. With just over six and a half minutes left, the Monarchs put
together another lengthy drive, covering 78 yards, 38 of those on a pass play
to Nash Dreiling that set up a three-yard touchdown run by Isaac Purinton, with
the extra point giving TMP a 20-13 lead with just under two and a half minutes
left in the game.Phillipsburg would not go away, though. It took just four plays
to answer with a touchdown of their own, scoring on a 69-yard touchdown run. Down 20-19 with one minute and 37 seconds, the Panthers rolled
the dice, going for two. But the Monarchs kept the runner out of the end zone,
securing the one-point lead.TMP got the ball back and secured the victory
following an unsuccessful onside kick attempt by the Panthers. <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/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2173650543&color=%23234c78&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/tmp-fb-v-phillipsburg-sept-19" title="TMP FB v Phillipsburg Sept 19, 2025" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">TMP FB v Phillipsburg Sept 19, 2025</a></div></div>TMP's Jackson Gillespie finished with 102 yards and one touchdown.&nbsp;Carson Liles finished 12-of-18 passing for 153 yards. His favorite target on the night was Jacob Seib, who hauled in five passes for 39 yards.&nbsp;Seven Monarchs recievers had at least one catch.TMP will be on next Friday night before traveling to Smith Center Oct. 3rd to open district play.

🏈 Monarchs wait out rain delay; edge Phillipsburg Panthers on homecoming

By Dustin Armbruster Hays Post Sports

Manhattan - Hays High and Manhattan squared off in a state-ranked showdown in week three of the season. Hays entered ranked #2 in 5A and Manhattan at the top of 6A. It was the closest game in the series, but Manhattan still took the win 10-8.

Neither team managed to put points onto the board in the first half. Manhattan marched inside the 20 yard line in the first quarter. Johnny Rigler knocked a the ball free of a scrambling quarterback to force a turnover on downs.&nbsp;

Hays (2-1) didn't get across mid-field until the second half. They traveled down to the 13 yard line but went backwards on two of their next three plays and also turned the ball over on downs. Manhattan (3-0) began a drive late in the second quarter that was halted when Caleb Thompson intercepted a tipped pass and returned it to Manhattan's 33 yard line.

A Holden Lind run put Hays at the 16 before Manhattan blocked a 37 yard field goal attempt to end the first half.

Manhattan struck first with an 86 yard punt return for a touchdown by Kansas football commit JJ Dunnigan with 9:12 left in the third quarter. The ensuing drive by Hays used 15 plays but ended with a turnover on downs. The drive reached the six yard line but lost 28 yards on the next four plays.

A field goal by Manhattan to start the fourth quarter pushed the lead to 10-0 with 11:48 left. Hays punted on their next series, but the defense got the ball back after forcing a punt after three plays.

Hays marched 13 plays and 73 yards to bring the Hays fans to their feet. Holden Lind scored for the fifth time on the season with a 32 yard run. Holder Johnny Rigler took a low, bobbled snap to the end zone for a two-point conversion and a 10-8 score with 4:15 remaining.

Hays got the football back one more time. They got to midfield before losing the ball on downs. One kneel down by Manhattan ended the game at 10-8.

The Hays defense held a Manhattan offense that averages 440 yards to 191. Hays returns home to play Garden City for homecoming.

By Dustin Armbruster Hays Post SportsManhattan - Hays High and Manhattan squared off in a state-ranked showdown in week three of the season. Hays entered ranked #2 in 5A and Manhattan at the top of 6A. It was the closest game in the series, but Manhattan still took the win 10-8.Neither team managed to put points onto the board in the first half. Manhattan marched inside the 20 yard line in the first quarter. Johnny Rigler knocked a the ball free of a scrambling quarterback to force a turnover on downs.&nbsp;Hays (2-1) didn't get across mid-field until the second half. They traveled down to the 13 yard line but went backwards on two of their next three plays and also turned the ball over on downs. Manhattan (3-0) began a drive late in the second quarter that was halted when Caleb Thompson intercepted a tipped pass and returned it to Manhattan's 33 yard line.A Holden Lind run put Hays at the 16 before Manhattan blocked a 37 yard field goal attempt to end the first half.Highlights<div><iframe width="100%" height="300" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2173629234&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=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/hhs-fb-highlights-v-manhattan" title="HHS FB Highlights v Manhattan Sept 19, 2025" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">HHS FB Highlights v Manhattan Sept 19, 2025</a></div></div>Manhattan struck first with an 86 yard punt return for a touchdown by Kansas football commit JJ Dunnigan with 9:12 left in the third quarter. The ensuing drive by Hays used 15 plays but ended with a turnover on downs. The drive reached the six yard line but lost 28 yards on the next four plays.A field goal by Manhattan to start the fourth quarter pushed the lead to 10-0 with 11:48 left. Hays punted on their next series, but the defense got the ball back after forcing a punt after three plays.Hays marched 13 plays and 73 yards to bring the Hays fans to their feet. Holden Lind scored for the fifth time on the season with a 32 yard run. Holder Johnny Rigler took a low, bobbled snap to the end zone for a two-point conversion and a 10-8 score with 4:15 remaining.Hays got the football back one more time. They got to midfield before losing the ball on downs. One kneel down by Manhattan ended the game at 10-8.Coach Tony Crough<div><iframe width="100%" height="300" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2173629177&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=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/hhs-fb-coach-interview-v" title="HHS FB Coach Interview v Manhattan Sept 19, 2025" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">HHS FB Coach Interview v Manhattan Sept 19, 2025</a></div></div>The Hays defense held a Manhattan offense that averages 440 yards to 191. Hays returns home to play Garden City for homecoming.

🏈 Hays' comeback falls short in Manhattan

TMP-Marian (1-1, 1-1 MCL) vs Phillipsburg (1-1, 1-1 MCL) Friday, Sept. 19-7 p.m. Hays, Kan. Radio:&nbsp;KHAZ (99.5)&nbsp;<a href="https://99kzcountry.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> <a href="https://mix103fm.com/"></a>Video:&nbsp;Monarchs Sports Network&nbsp;<a href="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2551868">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>

The game is currently in a rain delay

The TMP-Marian Monarchs return home Friday night for a homecoming showdown with the Phillipsburg Panthers.&nbsp;

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Live
coverage includes The Monarchs Sports Network and radio.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575411582384.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>TMP-Marian (1-1, 1-1 MCL) vs Phillipsburg (1-1, 1-1 MCL) Friday, Sept. 19-7 p.m. Hays, Kan. Radio:&nbsp;KHAZ (99.5)&nbsp;<a href="https://99kzcountry.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> <a href="https://mix103fm.com/"></a>Video:&nbsp;Monarchs Sports Network&nbsp;<a href="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2551868">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>The game is currently in a rain delayThe TMP-Marian Monarchs return home Friday night for a homecoming showdown with the Phillipsburg Panthers.&nbsp;Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Live
coverage includes The Monarchs Sports Network and radio.

🏈🎥 TMP host Phillipsburg in Homecoming showdown

#2-5A Hays High (2-0, 0-0 WAC) at #1-6A Manhattan (2-0) Friday, Sept. 19 - 7 p.m. Hays, Kan.

Radio:&nbsp;KFIX (96.9)&nbsp;<a href="https://radio.securenetsystems.net/cwa/KFIX">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> <a href="https://mix103fm.com/"></a>Video:&nbsp;Hays High Sports Network&nbsp;<a href="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2551472">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>

The Hays High Indians are on the road for a state-ranked showdown with the Manhattan Indians

Kickoff is at 7
p.m. with the Hertz Rent-A-Car Pregame Show at 6:30 p.m. on 96.9 KFIX.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694699014932.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>#2-5A Hays High (2-0, 0-0 WAC) at #1-6A Manhattan (2-0) Friday, Sept. 19 - 7 p.m. Hays, Kan.Radio:&nbsp;KFIX (96.9)&nbsp;<a href="https://radio.securenetsystems.net/cwa/KFIX">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> <a href="https://mix103fm.com/"></a>Video:&nbsp;Hays High Sports Network&nbsp;<a href="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2551472">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>The Hays High Indians are on the road for a state-ranked showdown with the Manhattan IndiansKickoff is at 7
p.m. with the Hertz Rent-A-Car Pregame Show at 6:30 p.m. on 96.9 KFIX.

🏈🎥 #2-5A Hays High at #1-6A Manhattan

EDMOND, Okla. - The Fort Hays State volleyball team improved to 9-1 with a pair of victories Friday (Sept. 19) at the MIAA/GAC Crossover, with the Tigers holding on to defeat Southwestern Oklahoma State in five sets before cruising to straight-set victory over East Central.

Fort Hays State dropped in 18 service aces on the day, including eight from libero Kirsten Evans. Ashlyn Reeves led the team with 20 kills and eight blocks across the two matches, while Ella Goodwin added 19 kills.

The SWOSU Bulldogs dip to 2-9 on the year with the loss, while the orange and black Tigers are now 2-11 overall.

Fort Hays State 3, Southwestern Oklahoma State 2 The Tigers edged out Southwestern Oklahoma in a tight five-set match to begin the day, winning 25-17, 28-26, 17-25, 19-25, 15-11.

The first set opened with a back-and-forth exchange, but Fort Hays State gained momentum with a critical 7-0 run, highlighted by a pair of combo blocks from Reeves and Caiya Stucky Reyes, bringing the score to 11-5 at the midpoint. Gracie Rains and Reeves were instrumental in extending the lead, with each securing pivotal kills to thwart the Bulldogs' efforts. The set concluded with Fort Hays State securing a confident 25-17 victory thanks to 15 kills compared to only one error, good for an eye-popping swing rate of .500.

The second set began with Fort Hays State and the Bulldogs again trading points before SWOSU slowly took control. The Bulldogs later scored five in a row to lead 22-17, but a 4-0 Tiger run including kills from Reeves and Goodwin and an Evans ace helped FHSU close within one. The Bulldogs then reached set point at 24-21 before the Tigers again scored four in a row to retake the lead, 25-24. SWOSU answered back with back-to-back points to again reach set point, but the Tigers made the final push with three in a row to take the set, 28-26, on a Carsyn Cormaney kill.

The teams traded the lead six times early in the third set before SWOSU closed the frame on a 14-5 run to extend the match, 25-17.

Two service aces from Peyton Bergschneider helped the Tigers take an early 3-0 lead in the fourth set before the Bulldogs rallied to take the lead at 10-9. FHSU kept things close until SWOSU broke open a 16-16 tie with a 9-3 run, taking the set 25-19 to send the match to a fifth set.

Southwestern Oklahoma State led by as many as three early in the final set before the Tigers used a 3-0 run to go on top for the first time at 7-6. Back-to-back kills from Cormaney and two from Grace Schmedding helped the Tigers go up 11-8 before three kills from Rains helped the Tigers reach match point. Reeves finished things off with her team-high 14th kill, giving FHSU the match with a 15-11 win.

Reeves added a team-high five blocks, while Evans recording five aces and added 15 digs to her defensive efforts. Reyes coordinated the offense with 28 assists and added eight kills, nine digs and four blocks for a well-rounded performance. Rains chipped in 12 kills and one block, while Goodwin and Cormaney each had nine kills and three blocks. Hailey Smith and Paris Patterson both racked up 15 kills, with Smith adding six blocks to lead the Bulldogs.

The Tigers narrowly edged SWOSU in attack percentage, .165-.163. The Bulldogs racked up 16 blocks, compared to eight for the Tigers, while both teams totaled nine service aces. The Tigers held a 75-69 edge in blocks and a 54-46 advantage in assists.

Fort Hays State 3, East Central 0 After battling SWOSU for nearly 2.5 hours to start the day, Fort Hays State returned to the court 90 minutes later to sweep East Central, 25-22, 25-19, 25-17. FHSU recorded nine service aces for the second-straight match, overpowering ECU throughout the match. The victory was highlighted by a dominant attack percentage of .219 compared to East Central's .110.

Fort Hays State came into the first set with momentum, racing in front by as many as seven before ECU used a 9-2 run to tie the score at 22. Back-to-back kills from Bergschneider thwarted the run before an ECU error brought the frame to an end at 25-22.

East Central took control early in the second set, leading by as many as five at 13-8 before an FHSU timeout. The Black and Gold responded with a 6-1 run to level the score at 14 including two kills from Goodwin and one each from Schmedding, Cormaney, Reeves and Bergschneider. The teams then traded sets before a Cormaney kill gave FHSU its first lead of the set at 18-17. That kick-started a 6-0 FHSU run before Schmedding delivered the final blow for a 25-19 win.

In the third set, Fort Hays State secured a decisive 25-17 win highlighted by two Evans service aces and five kills from Goodwin. A 5-0 run in the heart of the frame gave FHSU control for good, including two kills from Goodwin, one from Bergschneider and a Cormaney ace.

Goodwin led the FHSU offense with 10 kills on 15 attempts, posting a hitting percentage of .533. Annie Eaton orchestrated the attack with 24 assists while adding two service aces. Reeves tallied six kills and three blocks, while Abrey Galt paced the team with eight digs alongside 14 assists and one ace. Jayla Buford led ECU with 12 kills alongside two blocks.

The Tigers will wrap up competition in the MIAA/GAC Crossover on Saturday (Sept. 20) in Shawnee, Okla. when FHSU battles Northwestern Oklahoma State at 9 a.m. and Oklahoma Baptist at 12:30 p.m.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758325543240.png" alt="FHSU Athletics photo/Parker Nisbeth" />
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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsEDMOND, Okla. - The Fort Hays State volleyball team improved to 9-1 with a pair of victories Friday (Sept. 19) at the MIAA/GAC Crossover, with the Tigers holding on to defeat Southwestern Oklahoma State in five sets before cruising to straight-set victory over East Central.Fort Hays State dropped in 18 service aces on the day, including eight from libero Kirsten Evans. Ashlyn Reeves led the team with 20 kills and eight blocks across the two matches, while Ella Goodwin added 19 kills.The SWOSU Bulldogs dip to 2-9 on the year with the loss, while the orange and black Tigers are now 2-11 overall.Fort Hays State 3, Southwestern Oklahoma State 2 The Tigers edged out Southwestern Oklahoma in a tight five-set match to begin the day, winning 25-17, 28-26, 17-25, 19-25, 15-11.The first set opened with a back-and-forth exchange, but Fort Hays State gained momentum with a critical 7-0 run, highlighted by a pair of combo blocks from Reeves and Caiya Stucky Reyes, bringing the score to 11-5 at the midpoint. Gracie Rains and Reeves were instrumental in extending the lead, with each securing pivotal kills to thwart the Bulldogs' efforts. The set concluded with Fort Hays State securing a confident 25-17 victory thanks to 15 kills compared to only one error, good for an eye-popping swing rate of .500.The second set began with Fort Hays State and the Bulldogs again trading points before SWOSU slowly took control. The Bulldogs later scored five in a row to lead 22-17, but a 4-0 Tiger run including kills from Reeves and Goodwin and an Evans ace helped FHSU close within one. The Bulldogs then reached set point at 24-21 before the Tigers again scored four in a row to retake the lead, 25-24. SWOSU answered back with back-to-back points to again reach set point, but the Tigers made the final push with three in a row to take the set, 28-26, on a Carsyn Cormaney kill.The teams traded the lead six times early in the third set before SWOSU closed the frame on a 14-5 run to extend the match, 25-17.Two service aces from Peyton Bergschneider helped the Tigers take an early 3-0 lead in the fourth set before the Bulldogs rallied to take the lead at 10-9. FHSU kept things close until SWOSU broke open a 16-16 tie with a 9-3 run, taking the set 25-19 to send the match to a fifth set.Southwestern Oklahoma State led by as many as three early in the final set before the Tigers used a 3-0 run to go on top for the first time at 7-6. Back-to-back kills from Cormaney and two from Grace Schmedding helped the Tigers go up 11-8 before three kills from Rains helped the Tigers reach match point. Reeves finished things off with her team-high 14th kill, giving FHSU the match with a 15-11 win.Reeves added a team-high five blocks, while Evans recording five aces and added 15 digs to her defensive efforts. Reyes coordinated the offense with 28 assists and added eight kills, nine digs and four blocks for a well-rounded performance. Rains chipped in 12 kills and one block, while Goodwin and Cormaney each had nine kills and three blocks. Hailey Smith and Paris Patterson both racked up 15 kills, with Smith adding six blocks to lead the Bulldogs.The Tigers narrowly edged SWOSU in attack percentage, .165-.163. The Bulldogs racked up 16 blocks, compared to eight for the Tigers, while both teams totaled nine service aces. The Tigers held a 75-69 edge in blocks and a 54-46 advantage in assists.Fort Hays State 3, East Central 0 After battling SWOSU for nearly 2.5 hours to start the day, Fort Hays State returned to the court 90 minutes later to sweep East Central, 25-22, 25-19, 25-17. FHSU recorded nine service aces for the second-straight match, overpowering ECU throughout the match. The victory was highlighted by a dominant attack percentage of .219 compared to East Central's .110.Fort Hays State came into the first set with momentum, racing in front by as many as seven before ECU used a 9-2 run to tie the score at 22. Back-to-back kills from Bergschneider thwarted the run before an ECU error brought the frame to an end at 25-22.East Central took control early in the second set, leading by as many as five at 13-8 before an FHSU timeout. The Black and Gold responded with a 6-1 run to level the score at 14 including two kills from Goodwin and one each from Schmedding, Cormaney, Reeves and Bergschneider. The teams then traded sets before a Cormaney kill gave FHSU its first lead of the set at 18-17. That kick-started a 6-0 FHSU run before Schmedding delivered the final blow for a 25-19 win.In the third set, Fort Hays State secured a decisive 25-17 win highlighted by two Evans service aces and five kills from Goodwin. A 5-0 run in the heart of the frame gave FHSU control for good, including two kills from Goodwin, one from Bergschneider and a Cormaney ace.Goodwin led the FHSU offense with 10 kills on 15 attempts, posting a hitting percentage of .533. Annie Eaton orchestrated the attack with 24 assists while adding two service aces. Reeves tallied six kills and three blocks, while Abrey Galt paced the team with eight digs alongside 14 assists and one ace. Jayla Buford led ECU with 12 kills alongside two blocks.UP NEXTThe Tigers will wrap up competition in the MIAA/GAC Crossover on Saturday (Sept. 20) in Shawnee, Okla. when FHSU battles Northwestern Oklahoma State at 9 a.m. and Oklahoma Baptist at 12:30 p.m.

🏐 FHSU runs win streak to six after two wins Friday

A Graham County Commissioner is in the process of resigning his seat after he entered plea agreements on a bribery and a drug charge.

Jarrod Knoll said in a phone interview Friday that the charges against him were an attempt to get him out of office, and he intends to run for Graham County Commission again.

"This is all about Delta 8 and getting me out of office," he said. "This happened two and a half years ago."

Knoll signed plea agreements on two criminal cases as of Sept. 9.

On the bribery charge, a class A misdemeanor, he pled guilty through an Alfrod plea. An Alford plea allows a defendant to maintain their innocence while acknowledging that the prosecution has sufficient evidence to likely convict them at trial.

He was sentenced to 12 months of unsupervised probation.

The bribery charge stemmed from an alleged $4,000 promise made to the Graham County Community Development Director for the Travel and Tourism Committee, contingent upon the committee not requesting a transient guest tax.&nbsp;

On May 21, Knoll entered into a diversion agreement on a charge from 2023 of distribution of a substance containing THC in his store, 2 Lane Liquor in Hill City. The charge is a level 4 drug felony.

Another charge of drug distribution of THC and a charge of possession of THC with intent to distribute were dismissed.

Knoll agreed to serve one year of unsupervised probation.

Knoll said his charges stemmed from the sale of products containing what is commonly referred to as Delta 8.

A 2021 Kansas Attorney General opinion stated that Delta 8 is illegal in Kansas except under strict conditions, including that the final product must contain no more than 0.3% total THC.

Law enforcement raids on retailers selling Delta 8 started in 2022, but some sellers argue the Attorney General's opinion is not the same as a law enacted by the Kansas Legislature. Enforcement has varied by jurisdiction.

Ellis County Attorney Aaron Cunningham served as a special prosecutor on the Knoll cases, but Cunningham declined to comment on the cases on Thursday.

On Nov. 3, 2023, the then Graham County Attorney, Jill Elliott, filed a petition to remove Knoll from office.

• Knoll was also serving on the Morland City Council. Serving as an elected official for more than one local government is against state statute. • Knoll had moved out of his commission district and was now primarily residing at his motel in Hill City, which is Graham County's District 2. • Knoll had committed bribery •&nbsp;Knoll had sold THC-containing products in his liquor store, 2 Lane Liquor, in Hill City.&nbsp;

At the time of the filing, Knoll was also serving as a school board member for&nbsp;USD 281, having been elected in 2019.

Elliott, serving as the Graham County Attorney and Knoll participated in mediation on April 17, 2024.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758299395315.jpeg" alt="Graham County Commissioners: L to R: Jarrod Knoll, District 1, Jason Nelson, District 2, Dan Irby, District 3" />
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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostA Graham County Commissioner is in the process of resigning his seat after he entered plea agreements on a bribery and a drug charge.Jarrod Knoll said in a phone interview Friday that the charges against him were an attempt to get him out of office, and he intends to run for Graham County Commission again."This is all about Delta 8 and getting me out of office," he said. "This happened two and a half years ago."Knoll signed plea agreements on two criminal cases as of Sept. 9.On the bribery charge, a class A misdemeanor, he pled guilty through an Alfrod plea. An Alford plea allows a defendant to maintain their innocence while acknowledging that the prosecution has sufficient evidence to likely convict them at trial.He was sentenced to 12 months of unsupervised probation.The bribery charge stemmed from an alleged $4,000 promise made to the Graham County Community Development Director for the Travel and Tourism Committee, contingent upon the committee not requesting a transient guest tax.&nbsp;Knoll owns a motel in Hill City.On May 21, Knoll entered into a diversion agreement on a charge from 2023 of distribution of a substance containing THC in his store, 2 Lane Liquor in Hill City. The charge is a level 4 drug felony.Another charge of drug distribution of THC and a charge of possession of THC with intent to distribute were dismissed.Knoll agreed to serve one year of unsupervised probation.Knoll said his charges stemmed from the sale of products containing what is commonly referred to as Delta 8.A 2021 Kansas Attorney General opinion stated that Delta 8 is illegal in Kansas except under strict conditions, including that the final product must contain no more than 0.3% total THC.Law enforcement raids on retailers selling Delta 8 started in 2022, but some sellers argue the Attorney General's opinion is not the same as a law enacted by the Kansas Legislature. Enforcement has varied by jurisdiction.Ellis County Attorney Aaron Cunningham served as a special prosecutor on the Knoll cases, but Cunningham declined to comment on the cases on Thursday.On Nov. 3, 2023, the then Graham County Attorney, Jill Elliott, filed a petition to remove Knoll from office.In that petition, she cited,&nbsp;• Knoll was also serving on the Morland City Council. Serving as an elected official for more than one local government is against state statute. • Knoll had moved out of his commission district and was now primarily residing at his motel in Hill City, which is Graham County's District 2. • Knoll had committed bribery •&nbsp;Knoll had sold THC-containing products in his liquor store, 2 Lane Liquor, in Hill City.&nbsp;At the time of the filing, Knoll was also serving as a school board member for&nbsp;USD 281, having been elected in 2019.Elliott, serving as the Graham County Attorney and Knoll participated in mediation on April 17, 2024.Knoll in that settlement agreed to resign from the Morland City Council immediately and to resign from the Graham County Commission if he was convicted or diverted on any crime he was charged with at that time.Knoll was listed as a county commissioner as of the Sept. 9 official minutes of the Graham County Commission, which are available on the county's website.The minutes from the Sept. 16 meeting have not been approved and have not been released, although the Hays Post requested them on Thursday. Knoll said he did not serve as a commissioner in an official capacity at the Sept. 16 meeting.Knoll is still listed as a commissioner on the Graham County website, and the Graham County Deputy Clerk said by phone that Knoll was still a commissioner as of Thursday. However, Knoll said on Friday he was working through paperwork with his attorney to officially resign and planned to release a statement on the resignation early next week.The current Graham County Attorney, Mike Abbott, said on Thursday he had been made aware of the Knoll's charges and the settlement earlier this week. He said he was still looking into the case.Knoll said in a phone call on Friday with the Hays Post there will be more information to come out about his case shortly."It's a crazy deal. It was all about getting me out of office," he said. "I'll definitely run for office again. I have 80% plus approval right here, in my opinion. We will definitely be running for office after this is all cleared up.&nbsp;"It'll be county commission," he said of his future hopes for office. "Our county is in a crisis right now. In my opinion, we really need my leadership and business knowledge. We own several businesses in the community. My only goal is to do what's best for the county. That's it. Honest to God."