Colgan romps in Class 1A playoff opener
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Whether by the offense, defense or special teams, points came fast and furious for St. Mary's Colgan.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/27/23
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Southeast beats Northern Heights in season finale
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CHEROKEE, Kan. — The Southeast Lancers, especially behind some outstanding defensive plays, finished their 2023 season in style with a 26-12 win Thursday over winless Northern Heights in a Class 1A consolation game at Lancer Field.
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By Brock Sisney [email protected]
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10/23/23
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Gorillas prevail at Northwest Missouri 28-7
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MARYVILLE, Mo. -- No. 2 Pittsburg State parlayed a 21-point second quarter and a big-play defense to claim a 28-7 victory over Northwest Missouri on Saturday afternoon on Mel Tjeerdsma Field in …
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/21/23
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Moorman reviews iconic Pro Bowl play
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Brian Moorman doesn't watch the play unless he has to.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/18/23
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“Little Gherkins” indoor youth pickleball
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department is set to host the “Little Gherkins” indoor youth pickleball clinic at Lincoln Center starting Thursday, …
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10/17/23
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Local Karate School Competes at Tournament
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Members of the Japan Karate-do Genbu-Kai of Pittsburg, Kansas participated in the Okinawan Karate-do 32nd Anniversary Tournament in Wichita, Kansas on Saturday, October …
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10/17/23
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Gorillas beat Lions 31-21, retain Miners' Bowl Trophy
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JOPLIN, Mo. -- Missouri Southern scored in the waning seconds of the first half to pull within seven points, and the Lions had first series in the second half.
However, Pittsburg State's defense shut down the Lions in the third quarter, and the Gorillas downed the Lions 31-21 Saturday afternoon at Fred G. Stadium to retain possession of the Miners' Bowl Trophy.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/14/23
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Former athletes pay tribute to Russ Jewett
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Venessa Lee was preparing to run the 800 meters at an NCAA Division II national track and field meet.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/13/23
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Russ Jewett joins two halls of fame
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It definitely was a Hall of Fame week for Russ Jewett.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/13/23
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PSU picked 11th in MIAA men's basketball poll
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Pittsburg State is picked 11th in the MIAA men's basketball preseason polls that were announced Tuesday morning during the MIAA Basketball Media Day at the College Basketball Experience.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/12/23
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Gorillas finish third in MIAA women's basketball preseason poll
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — In a matter of one year, Pittsburg State's status in the MIAA women's basketball picture has changed.
Last year the Gorillas were picked eighth in the preseason coaches poll, but after a fourth-place finish in the conference standings and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament, PSU is third in this year's poll, which was announced Tuesday morning at the MIAA Media Day at the College Basketball Experience.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/12/23
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Strong first half leads Gorillas past Hornets 33-25
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One year ago, Pittsburg State held the football for the final eight minutes to secure a 14-13 victory at Emporia State.
Last Saturday afternoon, the possession wasn't nearly as long, but a key fourth-down conversion with a minute left clinched the No. 3 Gorillas' 33-25 victory over the No. 20 Hornets before a crowd of 10,123 on Hall of Fame Weekend at Carnie Smith Stadium.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/7/23
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Colgan beats Frontenac, Girard in home opener
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After 22 straight matches away from home, the St. Mary’s Colgan Panthers finally played their volleyball home opener on Tuesday night.
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By Kalon Fullerton [email protected]
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10/4/23
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Paola holds off Dragons 19-16
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The two scoring drives could not have been more contrasting.
One chewed almost nine minutes off the clock to end the first half, and the other came on the first play of the second half.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/4/23
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Pittsburg spikers split SEK matches
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The host Pittsburg Purple Dragons were just a couple points removed from a sweep Tuesday night against Southeast Kansas League rivals Coffeyville and Independence, but settled for a split.
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By Brock Sisney [email protected]
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10/4/23
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Distraction? No, just 'Shake It Off'
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It's been an exciting week in sports.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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10/3/23
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No. 3 Gorillas deck RiverHawks, climb to 5-0
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TAHLEQUAH, Okla. -- Midway through the second quarter, Northeastern State's offense had momentum and moved the football inside the red zone, looking for a tying touchdown.
But Pittsburg State free safety Mike Lacey's interception ended the threat, and it was all Gorillas from there.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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9/30/23
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Gorillas again dominate second half, beat Lopers 33-14
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Another game, another strong second half for Pittsburg State.
The No. 3-ranked Gorillas clicked on all cylinders after halftime and downed Nebraska-Kearney 33-14 in front of 10,047 fans on Family Day at Carnie Smith Stadium.
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By Jim Henry [email protected]
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9/23/23
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Southeast boys, Frontenac’s Bonine win Lancer Invite titles
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The Southeast boys and Frontenac’s Tallon Bonine won titles in the Lancer Invite cross country meet Thursday at the Weir Baptist Camp.
The Lancers, behind three runners in the first six …
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By Brock Sisney / [email protected]
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9/23/23
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Proffitt, Hall named athletes of week
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Pittsburg football player Conner Proffitt and Pittsburg golfer Jacqueline Hall are the Morning Sun athletes of the week for the week ending Sept. 15.
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By Brock Sisney / [email protected]
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9/23/23
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