Stories for October 2007

6Sports video: Self’s squad eager for season to start

The Kansas Jayhawks enter the season ranked fourth in the nation with thirteen of fourteen letter-winners from last year’s Elite Eight squad returning.

6Sports video: Hawks hoping to beat Baylor

The Kansas volleyball team hits the road tonight in need of a victory. The Hawks lost to the Bears at Baylor earlier this month.

6Sports video: Saturday’s showdown against unseasoned QB

How do you prepare for a quarterback that has only thrown four passes all season? That’s the question facing the Fighting Manginos as they head into Saturday’s game against Nebraska.

6Sports video: Hawk fans to see double

Tonight Philadelphia twins Marcus and Markieff Morris orally committed to play basketball at Kansas in 2008. Both twins are ranked in the top 100 of the ‘08 class.

6Sports video: Homecoming with the Huskers

Memorial Stadium is already sold out for this Saturday’s homecoming game against Nebraska.

6Sports video: Seniors smoothing out preseason

Underclassmen no longer rule the courts at Allen Fieldhouse. Instead, head coach Bill Self has a few upperclassmen running the show.

Morris twins commit to Kansas

Twins Marcus and Markieff Morris, a pair of highly-regarded prep school forwards from Philadelphia, have decided to play basketball at Kansas University.

Injury still hurting, but not slowing, Harper

It was impressive enough that Kansas University junior cornerback Kendrick Harper played with unmatched aggression against Texas A&M in his first start of the season last week. But what’s easy to forget is that he did it while still battling an injury.

Jayhawk guards among nation’s best - just ask SI

Who’s to argue with Sports Illustrated? Not Kansas University sophomore Sherron Collins, that’s for sure. “I think we have one of the greatest backcourts in the country,” Collins, KU’s point guard from Chicago, said, agreeing with SI’s Luke Winn, who recently said Collins, Mario Chalmers, Russell Robinson and Brandon Rush rate as the No. 1 backcourt in the United States.

KU’s King James

McClinton's work ethic sets him apart

David Lawrence, former offensive lineman and current color commentator for Kansas University football games, watched the play on film just to make sure his mind wasn’t playing games with him. Sure enough, it looked the same the second time. There was senior defensive tackle James McClinton behind Texas A&M running back Jorvorskie Lane, who was two yards behind the line of scrimmage, on the pivotal play of Saturday night’s 19-11 KU victory.

Keegan: Keegan: Kansas immune to hype

The thing about sawing wood is you have to keep your head down, or you might lose a finger. You can’t hold your nose in the air when you’re sawing wood. All signs point to the Kansas University football players still keeping their heads down, still “sawing wood,” as coach Mark Mangino is fond of saying.

Eight Jayhawks on NBA rosters

Eight former Kansas University basketball players were on the opening-day rosters of NBA teams.

Carolina: Rules not broken

A review by North Carolina’s NCAA compliance department has determined no NCAA violations occurred when former Tar Heels players talked to basketball prospects during a recruiting visit the weekend of Sept. 15-16.

6Sports video: KU hoops squad hits the hardwood this Thursday

The Kansas Jayhawk basketball season tips off this Thursday when the ‘Hawks take on Pittsburg State in exhibition fashion.

6Sports video: Kansas women’s basketball team kicks off the 07-08 season this weekend

Bonnie Henrickson’s team takes on Pittsburg State this Sunday. The ‘Hawks are hoping to improve on last year’s 11-20 record.

6Sports video: Simien cut by T-Wolves

From Miami to Minnesota to…nowhere. Late last night, the Minnesota Timberwolves released former Jayhawk basketball star Wayne Simien.

6Sports video: KU-NU to square off in familiar scenario, but with roles reversed

One team is ranked 8th in the nation and the other is trying to stay alive in the Big 12 North standings - that’s a pretty typical scenario heading into the KU-NU football showdown - only this year, it’s KU thinking Big 12 title and Nebraska thinking big-time upset.

Georgia coach apologizes

Georgia coach Mark Richt apologized Monday for his team’s raucous celebration after its first touchdown against Florida, a display that he encouraged in hopes of firing his team up. The motivational tactic seemed to work - the No. 10 Bulldogs went on to a 42-30 victory, only their third win against the 18th-ranked Gators in the last 18 years.

Woodling: Woodling: ‘Muck’ slogan must go

Bless their pea-picking hearts, the budding journalists at the University Daily Kansan are on a crusade. Is Kansas University’s student newspaper lobbying for a reduction of tuition and fees? No. They realize they have a better chance of forcing the administration to change KU’s nickname from Jayhawks to Persimmons.

Ticket fix?

New paperless tickets aim to cut misuse

For faculty and staff, paper tickets to Kansas University basketball games have gone away, replaced with a new debit access card. The athletic department recently sent a letter to all faculty and staff season ticket holders, informing them that starting this season, instead of receiving a stack of tickets in the mail, they would receive an access card, with all their tickets stored electronically.

Cal guard to miss month

California point guard Jerome Randle underwent a biopsy on his kidney Monday and likely will miss at least a month.

Tickets to KU game to be sold only in sets

Officials say deal will help boost attendance, keep out Jayhawk fans

For years, the University of Colorado’s Coors Event Center has been lovingly referred to by Kansas University fans as Allen Fieldhouse West. It’s a topic for TV commentators and newspaper columns, and the Rock Chalk Chant can be heard on TV at the end of each KU victory as if the game were at Allen Fieldhouse Original.

Now what? Jayhawks prepare for unknown QB

Kansas University’s football team has answered every challenge it has faced so far this season. But here’s a new one: a quarterback who is almost completely unknown. Nebraska coach Bill Callahan, whose team is preparing for Saturday’s game against the unbeaten Jayhawks, said Monday that NU starting quarterback Sam Keller is out for the season because of an injury to his left shoulder.

Texas loses freshman guard

Texas freshman guard Dogus Balbay will have surgery on his right knee today and will be out indefinitely, school officials announced Monday.

Commentary: MU ends tradition, avoids letdown

It was another day of carnage for college football’s elite class, another wild and crazy Saturday afternoon when the Top 25 rankers were getting reshuffled like a deck of cards.

Nevada player hurt in fight

A Nevada basketball player was hurt in a fight at a Halloween party, where three people were shot to death.

Osborne: Callahan’s firing not imminent

Nebraska interim athletic director Tom Osborne said Monday that a comment he made in a television interview last week is not to be interpreted as a sign that he has decided to fire coach Bill Callahan.

Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook

Don’t be surprised if senior guard Rodrick Stewart plays a lot in Kansas University’s exhibition opener Thursday at Allen Fieldhouse. “Rodrick has been one of our most consistent performers, counting everyone on the team,” KU coach Bill Self said. “Rod is by far the most active defender we have. He’s always been pretty good. He’s become better.”

KU women’s tip moved

Start time for Kansas University’s women’s basketball regular-season opener against Hartford has been moved up an hour, to 1 p.m. on Nov. 11.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

The Nov. 10 game between Kansas and Oklahoma State in Stillwater, Okla., will kick off at 7 p.m. and be televised by ABC, it was announced Monday. It will mark the sixth straight game Kansas will play in front of a television audience and the first on ABC this season. Kansas last played on ABC in 2005 when it traveled to Texas.

Rush’s attire all buzz

'Bumblebee' wearing yellow in drills

A Missouri Tiger hasn’t infiltrated Kansas University’s men’s basketball practices. Jayhawk junior guard Brandon Rush is the player who has been wearing a yellow jersey daily at Allen Fieldhouse and Horejsi Center.

6News video: Paperless tickets stop scalping

Starting this fall, KU faculty will receive all of their basketball tickets on an individualized access card. The new policy will help reduce improper reselling.

6Sports video: Everyone wants a glimpse of undefeated Jayhawks

Another Jayhawks game will be televised nationally during prime-time viewing hours: ABC is showing the November 10 Oklahoma State game at 7 PM.

6Sports video: Hoops by Halloween? Not this year

Self’s squad has been overshadowed by the Fighting Manginos this year. The Jayhawks play their first exhibition game against Pittsburgh State this Thursday at Allen Fieldhouse.

6Sports video: Reesing named semifinalist; Husker QB out of game

Jayhawk Todd Reesing was named semifinalist for the Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award. He’ll miss this weekend’s chance to face off against NU QB Sam Keller, who is out with a broken collarbone.

6Sports video: B-Rush may start contact drills next week

Injured guard Brandon Rush returned to practice from ACL surgery just two weeks ago, but doctors may allow him limited contact drills next week.

6News video: Jayhawk-Buffs tickets sold only in CU pack

KU fans who want to see the February 2 KU-CU basketball game live must buy a $75 three-pack that includes KU and two other CU games of their choice.

Reesing named semifinalist for O’Brien Award

Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing is one of 15 semifinalists for the Davey O’Brien Award, given annually to the nation’s top quarterback.

Twins visit ‘Nova; decision may be Thursday

Twin brothers/blue chip basketball recruits Marcus and Markieff Morris returned to APEX Academies in New Jersey on Sunday after spending the weekend at Villanova University in a suburb of their hometown of Philadelphia.

Nebraska quarterback Sam Keller out for season

Backup Joe Ganz will start Saturday’s contest at Memorial Stadium. Ganz was two-of-three for 17 yards and a TD in last weekend’s 28-25 loss at Texas.

KU-OSU to kickoff at 7 p.m. on ABC

It will mark the sixth straight KU game televised, but the first on the national network that picks which game it wants first before the league’s other television partners.

Powers paces Kansas at women’s golf tourney

Emily Powers tied for 11th, leading Kansas University’s women’s golf team to a 13th-place finish at the UA-Ann Rhoads Intercollegiate on Sunday. Powers shot 79-71-71-223.

Out to make his own name

Freshman walk-on no relation to Royals outfielder

Conner Teahan’s dad’s name is Mark Teahan. No, not THAT Mark Teahen, not the Kansas City Royals’ baseball player. Note the subtle difference in spelling. “One time I was sitting in class,” Conner Teahan said, “and the teacher asked if my dad’s name was Mark, and I said yes.”

Keegan: Keegan: Bottom line: KU unbeaten

Nobody held a pity party for the Kansas University football program in 2006 when:¢ Charles Gordon crippled the secondary by bolting to the NFL a year ahead of schedule.¢ Safety Rodney Harris returned to the program, only to suffer a career-ending neck injury.

Changes to AP poll minor

For a change, there was little change at the top of the Top 25. Ohio State was No. 1 with Boston College second and LSU third, which is how they they lined up last week. It’s just the second time this season the top three was unchanged, the other being Week 1, when the preseason top three held their spots in the first regular-season poll.

KU men’s golf eighth in fall-season finale

Brad Hopfinger led the Kansas University men’s golf team at the Landfall Tradition by carding a final-round 72 and finishing tied for 12th place.

Depth charges ‘D’

Several lend hand to dominant unit

Kansas University’s football team has been incredibly consistent with its starting lineup on defense this season. With just two exceptions, it has been the same 11 every week of KU’s remarkable 8-0 start.But the number of key contributors on that unit, in actuality, is closer to 20 players.

KU’s Self helps out buddy Thompson

Coach speaks at San Antonio clinic, supports former Oklahoma State player who went 7-22 in first year

On a warm and sunny morning in South Texas, Bill Self arrived at the UTSA Convocation Center, intent on helping a friend. Self, Kansas University’s fifth-year basketball coach, had just flown into town on a private plane.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

The Jayhawks’ 8-0 start has unanimously elevated them into the top 10. Kansas is ranked eighth in all three major polls - the Associated Press, the USA Today coaches and the Harris Interactive - and also came in eighth in the Bowl Championship Series rankings, which help determine who plays in the BCS National Championship Game.

KU soccer clinches Big 12 tourney berth

Colleen Quinn continues to come through for the Kansas University soccer squad when it needs her most. With the threat of missing the Big 12 Conference tournament for the first time since 1999, the senior goalkeeper has stepped up to pitch three shutouts in Kansas’ last four games.

B.C. pulls away from LSU

Kansas eighth in BCS standings

While Boston College gained some cushion on third-place LSU in the Bowl Championship Series standings and Ohio State held firm to first place, Arizona State moved into position to make a big stretch run.

Twins visit ‘Nova; decision may be Thursday

Twin brothers/blue chip basketball recruits Marcus and Markieff Morris returned to APEX Academies in New Jersey on Sunday after spending the weekend at Villanova University in a suburb of their hometown of Philadelphia.

6Sports video: KU soccer heading to Big 12 Tournament

KU’s win in this afternoon’s soccer match against Iowa State clinched their spot in the Big 12 Tournament.

6Sports video: KU 8-0 for first time since 1909

The KU football team is 8-0 for the first time in nearly 100 years.

6Sports video: Eighth place at eight-and-oh

The Fighting Manginos climbed the BCS rankings after beating Texas A&M in College Station last weekend.

Keegan: B-Mac, KU grew together

In so many ways, senior fullback Brandon McAnderson symbolizes the football team for which he plays better than anyone else.

Kansas football notebook

Texas A&M looked to stop the KU passing attack featuring quarterback Todd Reesing. The sophomore finished with 180 yards on 21-of-33 passing, with no interceptions and no touchdowns.A shaky start made KU rely on running back Brandon McAnderson for yards in the first quarter.

KU derailed A&M’s ‘J-Train’

Fourth-and-one, and Texas A&M’s football team was nine yards away from the end zone in the second quarter Saturday. Looking for clues, Kansas University’s defense glanced at the other sideline to find the Aggies giving away their secret.

Jayhawks shut down Aggies, move to 8-0

It was a fight to the finish in a stadium that resembles a skyscraper of intimidation. But Kansas University’s football team, at long last, was able to kick Texas A&M off the ride. And what a ride it’s becoming.

Game balls and Gassers

Game ball ¢ Brandon McAnderson: Rushed for 183 yards and two touchdowns on 21 carries. Had a 36-yard touchdown called back on Derek Fine’s holding penalty.Gasser ¢ Scott Webb: Normally reliable kicker missed three field-goal attempts, one of which was blocked, and they all were less than 35 yards.

Mizzou tops KU in 5-game battle

The Kansas University volleyball squad had every opportunity to complete the program’s first season sweep of Missouri since 1999. In the end, KU couldn’t come through on Saturday at Horejsi Center and fell to MU in five games, 3-2 (30-32, 30-22, 33-31, 26-30, 15-12).

UT slips away from Huskers

Colorado topples Tech

Once Texas figured out it should be running against one of the nation’s worst run defenses, things turned out all right for the Longhorns.

KU golfers in 10th at Landfall Tradition

Kansas University freshman Brad Hopfinger shot 2-under-par 70 on Saturday and is in 22nd place entering today’s final round of the Landfall Tradition.

K-State’s Nelson sets catch mark

Wildcats pummel Baylor, 51-13

Jordy Nelson came to Kansas State hoping to snag passes from other teams quarterbacks. Now, two-thirds of the way through his senior season, the former defensive back continues to rewrite the Wildcats’ receiving records.

Ducks sink Trojans, float into title picture

Oregon defensive back Matthew Harper could sense it. Southern California was trailing by touchdown and on the march in the final moments. The home fans were on their feet, urging the Ducks to make the one last play it needed to take down the kings of the Pac-10.

Franchione: KU won up front

Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing was sacked for a six-yard loss on the game’s first play from scrimmage. Two different Texas A&M defenders sacked him on the second play of the game, this time for an 11-yard loss.

The Fifth Quarter: Kansas 19, Texas A&M 11

Tying up loose ends from KU’s fist ever win in College Station, which hinged largely on the run game - both the Jayhawks’ ability to execute it on offense and their ability to stop it on defense.

Scoring Summary: KU-Texas A&M

A look at who scored, when they scored and how it happened.

Final, KU wins 19-11

Kansas has the swagger and the undefeated record, but in its corner today, Texas A&M has one of the conference’s most daunting homefield advantages. The Aggies hope some aid from the 82,600-seat beast named Kyle Field as they try to improve to 7-2 on the season and knock the No. 12 Jayhawks from the ranks of the unbeaten this evening in a 6:00 p.m. kickoff.

Kansas men’s golf in eighth place

Zach Pederson shot a first-round 75 to finish Friday tied for 18th place at the Landfall Tradition, the top placing by a Kansas University team that finished the day in eighth place.

KU wary of Aggies’ option

In the childhood days of Big 12 Conference football - about 10 years ago - the league was dominated by Nebraska University and its vaunted option offense. Those days have mostly passed, replaced by the ever-growing popularity of the spread. But Texas A&M still uses the option extensively and plans to today when it faces No. 12 Kansas University in College Station, Texas.

Self pleased with practices

Jayhawks have 'very good day'; exhibition opener looms Thursday

There hasn’t been a lot of standing around at Kansas University’s preseason basketball practices. “I do think we are playing a little bit faster than we have,” said KU coach Bill Self, who has 17 players to shuffle in and out during scrimmage situations.

KU soccer crushes NU, 3-1

Coach Mark Francis’ decision to put his Kansas University soccer squad through a hard nonconference schedule finally seems to be paying off down the stretch of Big 12 Conference play. The Jayhawks put up their second largest point total of the season in a 3-1 victory Friday over Nebraska at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.

MU swims past Jayhawks in dual

Missouri beat Kansas University in the swimming and diving version of the Border War, but KU coach Clark Campbell wasn’t devastated.

Missouri forward charged

Missouri senior forward Darryl Butterfield was charged Friday with peace disturbance, a little over a week after he was arrested following an incident with his girlfriend.

Commentary: Coaches in limbo can scare recruits

D.J. Woods, an Ohio wide receiver orally committed to Nebraska, hasn’t heard from Cornhuskers coaches in weeks. He can only imagine what kind of mood they must be in by now.

Naismith candidates named

Kansas University’s Darrell Arthur, Mario Chalmers and Brandon Rush are among the top 50 preseason candidates for the 2007-08 Naismith Trophy presented by AT&T, the Atlanta Tipoff Club has announced.

Aggie big man finding form

Often, knee injuries inflict as much mental damage as physical. So the fact that Texas A&M defensive tackle Red Bryant wasn’t dominating the trenches earlier this season can’t be too much of a surprise, even though A&M’s big man in the middle has been a force since his freshman year in 2004.

Wissel takes 5th at Big 12

Defending champion Colby Wissel placed fifth at the Big 12 Cross Country Championships on Friday at Rawls Golf Course. Wissel, who was 13th at the mile mark and third after three miles, was timed in 24:51 in the 8,000-meter race.

Baylor coach on shaky ground

Bears all but guaranteed 12th straight losing season, Morriss probably on the way out

When Baylor played its first Big 12 game under Guy Morriss four years ago, the Bears pulled off a shocker by beating two-time North Division champion Colorado.

Tigers’ ‘Pig’ hogs spotlight

When Missouri assistant coach Craig Kuligowski was in California two years ago recruiting junior-college players, little did he know he’d find one with the odd nickname who would help revitalize the Tigers’ defense.

A moving experience

Rockin' Kyle Field awaits Jayhawks today

The entire structure sways. No joke. Members of the media who sit in the Kyle Field press box, some 125 feet above the home field of Texas A&M’s football team, are warned with a sign at their seat that the massive structure will move significantly while fans sway back and forth in unison during the traditional Aggie War Hymn.

6Sports video: KU basketball team tabbed No. 4 in Coaches Poll

The Kansas Jayhawk basketball team has been tabbed No. 4 in the Preseason Coaches Poll.

6Sports video: KU ready to roll against Texas A&M

The Kansas Jayhawks football team heads to College Station to face a Texas A&M squad determined to hand KU their first loss of the season.

UK’s Gillispie not fazed

Attention, expectations come with the territory

Billy Gillispie’s first Kentucky team has two seniors, enough injured players for a starting lineup and a sixth man, and of course the high expectations that greet the Wildcats every season. Don’t feel too sorry for him, though.

Pollard keeps ‘em laughing in Boston

Humorous big man hopes to get on court soon following severe ankle sprain

Move over, Denis Leary, Lenny Clarke, Dane Cook, Steven Wright, Jay Leno, Conan O’Brien and Paula Poundstone. There is a new Boston comedian, and his name is Scot Pollard.

Unbeaten Jayhawk football team keeps it loose

He rarely shows it publicly, but Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino has a clever sense of humor when he lets it out. Lately, quarterback Todd Reesing has been his number-one target.

Mayer: Mayer: Spoils await Kansas

If the current Kansas football team finishes as well as the last two Jayhawk crews that got off to a 7-0 start, there’ll be dancing in the streets and the coaching staff will fare even better financially than it is now. There’ll be bonuses if Kansas winds up in a big-time bowl game; raises already may be under consideration.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

To prepare for the road environment at Texas A&M, Kansas practiced Wednesday at Memorial Stadium and had crowd noise piped through the sound system. It’s been a Wednesday ritual at KU for years, though it was washed before the Colorado game last week because of rain.

Paris changes outlook

The most dominant player in Oklahoma women’s basketball history found out this summer how the other half lives, and Courtney Paris said she’s better off for it.

A&M tackle in top form after surgery

Senior defensive tackle Red Bryant is back to form a year after knee surgery. “It’s been very fulfilling this year,” said Bryant, who has 28 tackles, including a sack. “Each week was a challenge, getting my confidence back, learning how to play through it, little small things.”

Kaun’s ‘wild-man’ locks drawing attention

Senior center's hair sparks ribbing from teammates, coach, but he intends to keep curly 'do

There’s always at least one of them at Kansas University men’s basketball games: A picture of Ivan Drago in reference to Sasha Kaun’s Russian roots - along with his large stature. No longer does Kaun sport a clean-cut hair style that correlates with the fictional Russian boxer from “Rocky IV” however. He’s gone for a little bit more messy look.

BC QB leads rally, topples Hokies

Matt Ryan bought some time, scrambling to his left away from the Virginia Tech rush while searching for an open receiver. He found just what he was looking for, fired a pass all the way across the field and kept No. 2 Boston College perfect. Call it Ryan’s Heisman moment.

Senior kicker in the zone

Webb eyeing KU scoring record

What’s crazier? The fact that Kansas University football kicker Scott Webb stutter-stepped and still managed to drill a 48-yard field goal, or the fact that he tries dozens of those kicks in practice every day?

KU CC runners lauded

Twelve Kansas University cross country runners have been named Academic All-Big 12.

Chalmers, Rush land on Wooden list

Kansas University juniors Mario Chalmers and Brandon Rush are two of 50 candidates for the 2007-08 John R. Wooden Award, which is presented annually to the top basketball player in the country.

Keegan: Wissel underdog as always

Cross country markets itself as a team sport, but the only way for a spectator to make it interesting is to view it as an individual competition.

Langford cut by Spurs

Former Kansas University guard Keith Langford was cut by the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. Former Duke player Kris Lang was also cut as the Spurs sliced their roster to 16.

Quinn nets elite honor

Kansas goalkeeper Colleen Quinn has been named to the Elite Team of the Week by Soccer Buzz. The Fort Collins, Colo., senior was tapped the Big 12’s Defensive Player of the Week.

Iowa regatta called off

The Head of the Iowa Regatta, slated for Sunday, has been canceled because of high water. KU’s rowing team will compete at the Head of the Chattahoochee on Nov. 3-4.

T’wolves trade for Simien

Miami parts with ex-Kansas standout

Wayne Simien’s time with the Miami Heat is over. The Heat traded three-time All-Star forward Antoine Walker and former Kansas University standout Simien to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday in a five-player deal that came one day after Miami completed a winless preseason.

6Sports video: Simien traded to Timberwolves

Former Jayhawk forward Wayne Simien is leaving the Miami Heat for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

6Sports video: Jayhawks up against A&M rushing attack

The Jayhawk football team travels to College Station this weekend to face off against Texas A&M.

KU women’s recruit sets sights on dunking

Aishah Sutherland isn’t shooting for a particular scoring or rebounding average her senior year at Perris (Calif.) High. But she does have one specific goal. “I’m going to try to dunk in a game this year,” Sutherland said. “I’m close. I’d like to dunk to get my name in the paper.”

Keegan: Keegan: Heisman campaign picks up

Seven weeks after the birth of the Todd Reesing Heisman Trophy campaign here, it finally went national. It’s about time. Reesing placed tied for ninth place in CSTV’s Heisman Watch voting. The CSTV panel had Florida sophomore quarterback Tim Tebow leading the voting in a tight race with Kentucky senior quarterback Andre’ Woodson.

Aggies begin brutal stretch with Kansas

After all Texas A&M has been through in the last month, the Aggies still are tied for first place in the Big 12 South with four games left. And what a four-game stretch. Every opponent is ranked in the top 20 this week, starting with Saturday’s home game against No. 12 Kansas University (7-0, 3-0 Big 12).

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

KU associate athletic director Jim Marchiony said before Tuesday’s news conference that a publicized non-interview between coach Mark Mangino and ESPN sideline reporter Jack Arute during KU’s 19-14 victory over Colorado was just a “miscommunication.”

Thomas commits to KU

The cell phone connection wasn’t crystal clear when New Jersey power forward Quintrell Thomas told Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self he wanted to be a Jayhawk. “Coach said something about gymnastics and doing cartwheels,” Thomas, a 6-foot-8, 235-pound senior forward from St. Patrick High in Elizabeth, N.J., said Tuesday after orally committing to KU.

On-field success boosts recruiting

High schoolers taking closer looks at undefeated Jayhawks

Even after giving an oral commitment to play football at the University of Arkansas, Kale Pick remained captivated with what was brewing in Lawrence. The standout quarterback at Dodge City High kept his ties to the Razorbacks but made trips to Kansas University on two separate occasions to watch the Jayhawks’ new offense at work. He loved it.

6News video: KU basketball players promote fun, fitness

A volunteer program allows Jayhawk team members to go to local schools to talk about exercise and good living.

6Sports video: 6‘8” forward picks KU for 2008

Quintrell Thomas gave the Jayhawks their third 2008 oral committment, picking KU over Rutgers, UNLV and Maryland.

6Sports video: Reesing 9th in Heisman watch list

Midway through the season, Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing is favored in race to the Heisman.

New Jersey PF Quintrell Thomas commits to KU

Thomas, a 6-foot-8, 225-pound senior forward from St. Patrick High in Elizabeth, N.J., chose KU over Rutgers and UNLV. He also seriously considered Maryland.

Jayhawks prepare to defend the run

Quarterback example of A&M's desire to rush football

Thirty-five times last week against Nebraska, Stephen McGee made himself the potential target of a head-rattling hit. That’s an excessive amount even for a durable running back in the NFL. But for a 200-pound quarterback in college football? It’s almost unheard of.

Jackson not worried about pros

Darnell Jackson stood out in a crowd of basketball players at last week’s Big 12 Conference Media Day in Kansas City, Mo. Of the two dozen athletes on hand, Kansas University’s Jackson was the only one proudly wearing his school’s letter jacket - red with a huge ‘K’ on the front.

New officiating head tapped

John W. Adams will succeed Hank Nichols as NCAA coordinator of men’s basketball officiating at the end of the 2007-08 season.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

The Kansas-Nebraska game slated for Nov. 3 will kick off at 11:30 a.m. and be televised by Fox Sports Net, it was announced Monday. How far that game will reach, though, is to be determined.

Woodling: Woodling: Profs resigned to divide

OK, students, here is this week’s multiple-choice question (fanfare, please): What is the Knight Commission?a) A watchdog group formed to monitor the antics of Texas Tech basketball coach Bob Knight.b) A splinter group determined to change the name of the Knight chess piece to Horsehead.c) An ineffectual group committed to the reform of intercollegiate athletics.d) A revisionist history group convinced the Crusades never happened.

Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook

Brandon Rush has cleared another hurdle in his comeback from right ACL surgery. “Brandon has been checked out (by medical staff) and released to where he can practice full speed, no contact,” Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self said Monday.

KU’s Strinden honored

Kansas University senior midfielder Emily Strinden has been named the recipient of the Chick-Fil-A Community of Champions Award presented by the Big 12 Conference for the week of Oct. 22.

Missouri sets sights on title

Bowl-eligibility no longer goal

Missouri is bowl-eligible. Somehow that’s the one thing that got lost after Saturday’s 41-10 dismantling of Texas Tech at Faurot Field. That’s probably because just gaining the necessary six victories for bowl eligibility is no longer the goal of Missouri football.

6Sports video: “Fighting Manginos” in whole new ball game

In 2006 the Kansas football team put itself in position to win week after week, but KU couldn’t close. 2007 has been quite the opposite.

6Sports video: Reesing gives Jayhawks stability

Since 2004, finding a stable quarterback has been a challenge for the Jayhawks. But Todd Reesing is making a world of difference.

6Sports video: Aldrich season’s likely star

6‘11” freshman Cole Aldrich is eager for the Jayhawk basketball season to start. The Jayhawks open the exhibition season on November 1 against Pittsburg State.

KU gets commitment from Dodge City QB Pick

Dodge City High senior quarterback Kale Pick, who pulled back on his commitment to Arkansas Sunday night, has given his verbal pledge now to Kansas University.

KU vs. Nebraska to kick at 11:30 a.m.

The game will be televised by Fox Sports Net (Sunflower Broadband Channel 36).

Kicker Webb honored by Big 12

Kansas University senior kicker Scott Webb has been named the Big 12’s special teams player of the week for his performance in the Colorado game, it was announced today.

KU soccer plays Texas to 0-0 tie

Kansas University senior goalkeeper Colleen Quinn made seven saves for her second consecutive shutout as Kansas University’s soccer team played sixth-ranked Texas to a scoreless tie Sunday at Mike A. Myers Stadium.

Despite success, Jayhawks remain grounded

No word if “Win one for the gipper!” ever has been cried at a Kansas University football practice. Whatever coach Mark Mangino has up his sleeve to keep KU’s concentration, it has worked wonders so far. Not only are the Jayhawks succeeding, they’re sustaining even as outside attention - be it newfound praise or even lingering doubt - continues to mount.

Hoops hopefuls feel heat at tryout

Walk-on candidates put through paces

The pressure was on Sunday night as 16 Kansas University men’s basketball walk-on candidates tried to impress three former Jayhawks running the tryouts. The KU student-body hopefuls spent nearly two hours in Allen Fieldhouse running drills under the direction of Danny Manning, Brett Ballard and Michael Lee.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

KU’s 19-14 road victory at Colorado on Saturday has shot the Jayhawks even higher up the national rankings. Kansas is ninth in the latest Bowl Championship Series rankings, 10th in the USA Today coaches poll, 11th in the Harris Interactive poll and 12th in the Associated Press poll.

Kansas swimming cruises past Northern Iowa in dual

Kansas University’s swimming and diving team beat Northern Iowa, 180-80, on Saturday. In the first dual meet of the season, the Jayhawks captured first-place victories in all but one race in the Wellness & Recreation Center on the UNI campus. Panther sophomore Amanda Firman won the 50-yard freestyle to prevent the sweep.

Keegan: Keegan: Kansas in odd company

Ohio State, Boston College, Arizona State, Kansas University and Hawaii. A perennial football heavyweight, the nation’s top Catholic football program, a baseball powerhouse, an elite basketball university and an island way out there in every sense of way out there. They span nearly 6,000 miles and various cultures and climates.

Triangle teams top preseason ACC poll

North Carolina, Duke, North Carolina State expected to be best in league during 2007-08 campaign

North Carolina, Duke and N.C. State are used to living together in each other’s backyards. But now those Tobacco Road neighbors must learn to share a different kind of space - the top tier of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Boston College No. 2 - for now

Second-ranked AP team has lost 3 straight weeks

Be careful, Boston College. The Eagles were the new No. 2 in the Top 25 released Sunday, a ranking that has been more of a burden than a reward recently. The second-ranked team in the Associated Press poll has lost three consecutive weeks.

6Sports video: Undefeated Jayhawks rank 9th in BCS

Jayhawks fall in at number nine in the Bowl Championship Series standings after winning in Colorado.

Kansas football notebook

This week, Kansas University punter Kyle Tucker claimed he had fixed what caused him to struggle in the Jayhawks’ first six games. And he proved Saturday it wasn’t just hot air.

CU resorts to trickery

Fake fumble led to TD

The Kansas University football defense was so stingy again that it took a little trickery for Colorado University’s offense to find the end zone for the first time with 9:50 left in the third quarter of Saturday’s game at Folsom Field.

Aggies hand Huskers third straight blowout

This was no way to impress the new boss. Days after Tom Osborne took charge of Nebraska football, coach Bill Callahan’s Cornhuskers were blown out for the third consecutive week, this time by Texas A&M.

Knight saw scandal brewing 8 years ago

In January of 1999, Bob Knight, then the basketball coach at Indiana, drew the ire of college basketball officials because of what he said to ESPN analyst Digger Phelps in a television interview. “I mean, if we only knew the truth about games that were controlled by officials having gambling interests, I think it would be amazing,” Knight said to Phelps.

Tigers’ defense shackles Raiders

For a change, Chase Daniel was a member of the supporting cast for Missouri. The Tigers’ most well-rounded effort of the season made it possible.

Kansas can run, too

Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino noticed early in the Jayhawks’ 19-14 victory over Colorado on Saturday that quarterback Todd Reesing was the target of the Buffaloes’ defense.That’s fine, Mangino says. Because KU (7-0) can run the ball a little bit, too.

Keegan: Keegan: Can it, Corso: Kansas for real

Hello, Lee Corso. This is the present speaking. Please tune in and stop worrying about statistical data from bygone years that supports your contention that this Kansas University football team is a fraud.

Seven-and-oh!

Jayhawks pass test from Buffs

With a short wave, a thumbs up and a quick smile, Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino gave the go-ahead to the 2,500 Jayhawk fans celebrating in the northwest corner of Folsom Field. Party on. There’s no mistaking it now. The Jayhawks’ 19-14 road victory over Colorado on Saturday affirmed that every one of the program’s haunting demons of the past has been exorcised.

Top 25 roundup: Vandy spurns Spurrier for first time

Commodores topple No. 6 Gamecocks

Vanderbilt coach Bobby Johnson had no doubt how his Commodores would react, even if many others did, following last week’s disheartening loss to Georgia. “It made us a little angry,” he said.

Kicker beats demons, KSU

Homecoming debacle no longer haunts OSU's Ricks

With a lengthy wait and the game on the line, Jason Ricks had nothing on his mind but going through his routine. It was before and after that the emotions really set in.

Jayhawks swept by top-ranked Huskers

No. 1-ranked Nebraska swept Kansas University’s volleyball team, 30-16, 30-25, 30-26, on Saturday at Devaney Center.

The Fifth Quarter: Kansas 19, Colorado 14

Tying up the loose ends from KU’s second Big 12 road win of the season. It leaves KU as one of five unbeaten teams left in the FBS ranks.

Scoring Summary: KU-Colorado

A look at who scored, when they scored and how it happened.

Final, KU wins 19-14

The Kansas Jayhawks enter today’s game in Boulder, Colo., in an unusual position - the driver’s seat - in the Big 12 North. As the conference’s only undefeated team, KU’s destiny is truly in its own hands, and the program’s breakout season continues today in a place where Jayhawk teams of the past have traditionally struggled. The 4-3 Buffaloes are off to a 2-1 start in Big 12 play, including a signature win at home over Oklahoma on 27-24. But the Buffs are a bit more of a mystery after suffering a 47-20 beating at Kansas State a week ago.

Linebacker switch working out for KU

Like a collection of mad scientists, Kansas University’s football coaching staff members always are open to the idea of experimentation. It has been known since they were originally assembled that thinking outside the box with position switches, tiny adjustments and unusual wrinkles are things they don’t fear doing.

Reesing debuted against CU

Buffs' coach recalls Kansas QB's 'coming-out party'

It was one year ago against Colorado when Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing made his impressive college football debut. After KU stumbled to a 9-0 halftime deficit on Oct. 28, 2006, Reesing had his red shirt lifted for the second half and sparked a comeback that ended with a 20-15 Kansas victory.

KU soccer blanks Colorado, 2-0

Kansas University sophomores Monica Dolinsky and Kim Boyer each recorded a goal and an assist in the second half, while senior goalkeeper Colleen Quinn made six saves to earn her second shutout of the season as the KU soccer team posted a 2-0 victory over Big 12 rival Colorado on Friday at Prentup Field.

Coach’s son CU quarterback

Colorado University football coach Dan Hawkins has a unique tie with his starting quarterback. He can’t help it. It’s his son. Cody Hawkins won the starting job in the offseason and has been effective in helping the Buffs to a 4-3 start despite a tough schedule.

Daniel eager for shootout

Missouri QB expects high-scoring affair today

Missouri figures to need a pile of points to beat Texas Tech this week. The Tigers have the right man for the job. Quarterback Chase Daniel has passed for 300 or more yards in eight of his last nine games, missing a clean sweep by 6 yards against Illinois State.

Dallas prep Morgan visiting Cincinnati

J’Mison “Bobo” Morgan, who at 6-foot-10, 275-pounds is one of the biggest and best true centers in the Recruiting Class of 2008, continues his college tour this weekend.

Kansas swimming fourth at Relays

Kansas University’s swimming and diving team placed fourth at the Big 12 Relays, on Friday at Beyer Hall. Texas A&M won the event with 117 points and was followed by Texas (88), Missouri (67) and KU (56).

KU tennis duo reaches quarterfinals

Kansas University’s Elizaveta Avdeeva and Edina Horvath continued their quest for a second straight ITA Central Region doubles championship Friday as the duo advanced to the tournament’s quarterfinals.

Texas DB Foster turns turnovers into TDs

Texas cornerback Brandon Foster can catch the ball when it counts. That’s why he now holds the school record for defensive touchdowns in a season. But when it doesn’t count? Forget it.

6Sports video: Jayhawks face Buffaloes on Saturday

The Jayhawks enter tomorrow’s football game in Boulder, CO with a 6-0 record.

Mayer: Mayer: 2-sport mania returns

How long has it been since Kansas reached mid-October with the level of two-sport fan frenzy it now enjoys - a 6-0 football record and legitimate prospects for making the NCAA Final Four in basketball? Closer than you might remember.

Kentucky football finally rates respect

The tables were packed with all things Big Blue: Shirts, golf club covers, signs, flags, pictures. All of them featured the iconic K of the University of Kentucky. All designed to make sure the 1,500 fans who paid $40 to see new men’s basketball coach Billy Gillispie preach at a luncheon in Louisville were outfitted with everything they needed to get ready for one of the most anticipated seasons in the history of the program.

South Florida latest victim of No. 2 curse

It’s not easy being No. 2 - just ask South Florida. The Bulls became the third second-ranked team to lose in the last three weeks, having their unexpected unbeaten run snapped by tricky Rutgers 30-27 on Thursday night.

KU tennis players advance

Kansas University senior Elizaveta Avdeeva advanced to the round of 32 in the main singles draw and teamed with junior Edina Horvath to move into the round of 16 in the doubles bracket, on the second day of the ITA Central Regional.

Konzem named Rockhurst’s AD

Former Kansas University administrator leaves athletic director's post at Benedictine

Former Kansas University senior associate athletic director Richard Konzem, who worked as athletic director at Benedictine College the last year and a half, has been named AD at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo.

Baylor assistant resigns

The Baylor assistant coach cited for public urination resigned Thursday. Offensive line coach Eric Schnupp had been suspended indefinitely by the university this week after being cited for urinating on the bar at a local tavern.

Self enjoying KU football

Sadler dealing with upheaval at Nebraska

Basketball wasn’t the only topic on the table at this week’s Big 12 Men’s Hoops Media Day in Kansas City, Mo. Football and baseball, for instance, were discussed in depth.

Meier wears many hats, but one jersey, in practice

Considering over 100 men work at a typical Kansas University football practice, it’s really saying something that Kerry Meier still manages to stick out like a ripe tomato among them all. Literally. Though the sophomore often strays from his home position of quarterback to work with receivers and even as a punter, Meier keeps the red “don’t touch me” jersey on, a color normally reserved for the quarterbacks.

ESPN360.com to cover KU women’s games

ESPN360.com, ESPN’s broadband digital sports network, will provide coverage of 16 Kansas University women’s basketball games during the 2007-08 season, KU officials announced Thursday.

Road tests await KU football

Jayhawks must travel for three of next four games

The pollsters, who have awarded Kansas University’s football team a No. 15 national ranking, seem convinced the Jayhawks are for real. Still, KU’s players have heard whispers from more than a few naysayers that their 6-0 record might be a bit misleading, considering all six games have been played in the state of Kansas.

Colorado’s Charles no ordinary back

At 5-foot-8, 190 pounds, Hugh Charles certainly doesn’t look like a high-caliber running back. He doesn’t even act like one. The Colorado Buffaloes senior enjoys flying airplanes and studying Buddhism.

MU’s Butterfield suspended

Missouri basketball player Darryl Butterfield has been suspended from the team following his arrest for allegedly punching an ex-girlfriend during a domestic dispute.

Sonics’ Collison battling for minutes

Former Kansas University forward trying to impress new Seattle coach Carlesimo during preseason

Both probably deserve starter’s minutes, but one might be the odd man out when the regular season begins. Chris Wilcox and Nick Collison are embroiled in a heated competition for playing time at the power forward spot for the Seattle SuperSonics.

6Sports video: Star starter eager for senior season

Since arriving on campus four years ago, Kansas senior forward Taylor McIntosh has been a mainstay in Bonnie Henrickson’s starting line-up, starting in 87 of 89 games.

6Sports video: Jayhawks to face Buffaloes, altitude in Boulder

The KU football team heads to Boulder to play Buffaloes at over 5000 feet above sea level.

6Sports video: Jayhawks ready for basketball season

Kansas was knocked out in last year’s Elite Eight, but a new year means a fresh start for Kansas basketball.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Kansas University reserve cornerback Anthony Webb officially has a new title: punt-return specialist. KU coach Mark Mangino said after practice Wednesday that Webb won the job after showing his ability to field tough punts in last week’s victory over Baylor.

Nebraska’s Callahan coaching for his job

Pelini, Gill, Glenn mentioned as possible replacements if change is made

Bill Callahan has five games to prove to Tom Osborne why he should remain Nebraska’s football coach. That’s the bottom line after Steve Pederson, the man who hired Callahan in 2004, was fired and replaced this week by the Hall of Fame coach and leader of the Cornhuskers’ dynasty of the mid 1990s.

Thin air no sweat for KU

Jayhawks not fearful of trip to high altitude

The question is, do the Jayhawks even need it? Phil Gallagher doesn’t think so. An assistant professor in exercise sciences at KU, Gallagher is educated in the differences between Kansas air and Colorado air. And he claims it’s nothing for football players to be concerned with.

Kansas Volleyball Jayhawks drop winnable match

Little verbiage was needed to sum up Kansas University’s volleyball match against Baylor Wednesday night at Horejsi Center. “Discouraging. Disappointing.” Those are the words KU coach Ray Bechard chose to describe the Jayhawks’ loss to the Bears.

KU’s Svistun advances at Central Regionals

Kansas University junior Yuliana Svistun continued her fast start to the season Wednesday, winning two qualifying singles matches to advance to the main draw of the ITA Central Region Championships.

KU golfers 4th

Kansas University’s golf team placed fourth at the Price’s “Give ‘Em Five” Invitational at the NMSU Golf Course Wednesday.

Keegan: Keegan: Knight often right

Far from the brute screaming inside your television, tossing a chair across the floor, or giving the “Hey, Knight!” student a lesson in respect he should have received from his parents, sat a candid watchdog of basketball, answering questions for nearly an hour Wednesday at Big 12 Media Day.

Turgeon not looking forward to KU game

A&M's new coach says matchup with alma mater 'only downer of the deal'

Coach of Texas A&M’s Aggies, Mark Turgeon remains a Jayhawk at heart. “That’s probably the only downer of the deal,” former Kansas University point guard Turgeon said Wednesday, referring to leaving Missouri Valley school Wichita State for Big 12 Conference member A&M, a school that will play Turgeon’s alma mater a minimum of once a year.

Rivalry hot topic at Media Day

Just a freshman, Michael Beasley wasn’t one of the three players asked to represent Kansas State at Wednesday’s Big 12 Men’s Basketball Media Day at the Marriott Country Club Plaza Hotel.

KUSports.com video: Big 12 players pick their favorites

Voting for anyone but themselves, the Big 12 conference’s head coaches nominated Kansas as the team to beat this year in the league, while tabbing Texas sophomore point guard D.J. Augustin as the league’s preseason Player of the Year. With all conference’s who’s who in assembled in one room at Wednesday’s Big 12 Men’s Basketball Media Day, it was time to find out who the players would vote for if given an opportunity.

6Sports video: KU basketball team to KC for Big 12 media day

This morning the KU men’s basketball team joined the rest of the Big 12 conference in Kansas City for the Big 12 media festivities.

6Sports video: KU volleyball team wins 2 of 5 against Baylor

This evening marks the midway point of the Big 12 volleyball season for the Kansas Jayhawks.

6Sports video: KU football team heads to Boulder on Saturday

For the first time this season the Kansas football team will actually leave the state of Kansas to play a football game.

6Sports video: Kerry Meier “do-it-all” athlete

A “utility man” usually refers to a baseball player that can fill in at any position. KU football team has its own do-it-all athlete in Kerry Meier.

Huskers turn to Osborne

Ex-coach named Nebraska's interim AD

The future of Nebraska football is in the hands of its patriarch. Hall of Fame coach Tom Osborne returned to Nebraska on Tuesday as interim athletic director, a day after the firing of Steve Pederson.

Kansas punter Tucker identifies glitch, he says

Like a broken-down automobile, punting the football with consistency is something that can be ruined with one minor glitch. Kansas University senior Kyle Tucker, at long last, thinks he found his.

Under the radar

Coach excited after 'painful' year

Just four days after entering Allen Fieldhouse on a red carpet for Late Night in the Phog, the Kansas University women’s basketball team turned few heads Tuesday during Big 12 Women’s Basketball Media Day at Marriott Country Club Plaza.

Callahan vows to stay

NU coach: Resigning not an option

A day after the man who hired him was fired, embattled Nebraska coach Bill Callahan insisted he wouldn’t be resigning anytime soon. Callahan said Tuesday that he didn’t know how the dismissal of athletic director Steve Pederson would affect his job status.

Rush defense K-State’s curse

Kansas State coach Ron Prince is the first to admit that his team is far from perfect. Sure, the Wildcats are coming off a 47-20 beatdown of Colorado on national TV. They’re in the heat of the Big 12 North race, and they even jumped back in the Top 25 a week after falling out of the rankings.

Huskers lose their shirts

Nebraska fans would agree that the “Blackshirts” have disappeared this season. Now there is tangible evidence.

Keegan: Keegan: D-line brainy, brawny

The last coach responsible for game-planning against Kansas University’s brainy defensive line was so defeated by the experience by the end of the night, he allegedly urinated on the bar of a Waco establishment called Scruffy Murphy’s.

Preseason honors keep coming

Web site taps Rush first-team All-American

Another day, another honor for a Kansas University basketball player. CBSsportsline.com on Tuesday named junior Brandon Rush first-team All-American with Derrick Rose, Memphis; Chris Lofton, Tennessee; Tyler Hansbrough, North Carolina and Roy Hibbert, Georgetown.

Baylor QB’s status uncertain

Baylor quarterback Blake Szymanski is questionable for Saturday’s game against 19th-ranked Texas because of a mild concussion apparently sustained in the Bears’ 58-10 loss Saturday to Kansas.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Surely, a couple of KU fans gasped when they saw quarterback Todd Reesing streaking down the left sideline against Baylor last week as a gunner while Kerry Meier was punting the football. After all, Lawrence isn’t exactly the historical home of the healthy quarterback. Taking chances with Reesing might not be popular.

6Sports video: Big 12 Women’s Media Day kicks off in K.C.

This morning, KU head coach Bonnie Henrickson met with the radio, TV, and newspaper folks to discuss this year’s squad.

6Sports video: KU soccer team returns 19 players

Nineteen returners - five of which are seniors…reason enough for a positive outlook on the 2007 Kansas soccer season.

6Sports video: KU football team heads to Boulder this weekend

The Kansas University football team will leave the state for the first time this season when they visit the Colorado Buffaloes this Saturday in Boulder.

‘Huskers cut ties with A.D.

Football failures end Pederson's tenure

Nebraska athletic director Steve Pederson was fired Monday, two days after the school’s once-mighty football team was rocked with its worst home loss in nearly a half-century.

MU’s Temple probable for Texas Tech game

Missouri coach Gary Pinkel said Monday that running back Tony Temple, who missed Saturday’s loss at Oklahoma with a sprained ankle, was probable for this week’s game against Texas Tech.

Coaches to be on short ‘T’ leash this year

Look for a lot of technical fouls to be called on coaches during the early portion of the 2007-08 college basketball season. The NCAA last week, in conjunction with the Collegiate Commissioners Association, National Association of Basketball Coaches and Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, sent a memo to all coaches and officials indicating standards for bench decorum would be enforced - as a season-long point of emphasis.

Concrete bowl in place at Oklahoma State

Just in time for Oklahoma State’s homecoming game against No. 25 Kansas State, construction crews were finishing up concrete work Monday on the west end zone project at Boone Pickens Stadium.

Woodling: Woodling: Shuttle really is the best

In an effort to humanize Kansas University football players, media relations staffers ask them to fill out a form listing their favorite food, book, movie, etc. Their answers are compiled, then printed in the combo media-recruiting guide as part of the player’s personal profile. I’m not sure who reads them, but I do, probably because of the habitual curiosity of a long-toothed Fourth Estater.

Former football player charged in break-in

A former Kansas University football player was charged Monday with breaking into a residence and threatening a man who lived there.

KU, K-State, MU in poll for first time

They’ve been rivals for more than a century, but there’s one thing that until now never had happened to Kansas, Missouri and Kansas State.

Kansas men’s golf in 16th at Prestige

True freshman Brad Hopfinger shot rounds of 73 and 72 to lead the way for Kansas University’s men’s golf team Monday at the Prestige at PGA West.

Texas reserve RB Cobb out due to knee injury

Texas red-shirt freshman fullback Antwan Cobb will have season-ending surgery after spraining a ligament in his left knee in last week’s win over Iowa State.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Kansas University’s Oct. 27 game at Texas A&M has been scheduled for a 6 p.m. kickoff. It will be televised by ESPN2.

Kansas football (gasp!) hits road

Jayhawks actually leaving the state for the first time

Seven weeks and six games for Kansas University’s football team so far have produced a travel log of about 80 miles. Hey, nobody is apologizing. There’s not a team in college football who wouldn’t want to stay home all the time if given the opportunity.

6Sports video: Reesing hoping to extend perfect record

After six collegiate starts, sophomore Todd Reesing still owns a perfect record as KU’s QB.

6Sports video: RussRob hoping to make the most out of senior season

When the Jayhawks start exhibition play on November 1st, it will mark the last season opener for senior Russell Robinson.

6Sports video: KU’s McCray to play perimeter role this season

The Kansas University women’s basketball team opens the season on November 4th, but this year, expect to see Danielle McCray in a new position.

KU vs. Texas A&M to kick at 6 p.m. on ESPN2

It will mark the fourth straight game Kansas will play on television and the second straight game on the ESPN family of networks. KU’s game this Saturday against Colorado will kick off at 4:45 p.m. on ESPN.

Computers say KU better than USC, Florida

The humans have spoken all year long. Now, the computers are thinking that Kansas University’s football team is pretty good, too. The first Bowl Championship Series standings were released Sunday, with Kansas ranking a flashy 13th in the nation.

Ohio State No. 1 in BCS rankings

Ohio State has been here before, leading the Bowl Championship Series standings. For second-place South Florida, it’s another breakthrough in a season full of them.

Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook

Former Kansas University guard Rex Walters, who is in his second year as head coach at Florida Atlantic, told Fox Sports a $10 million renovation of the Owls’ hoops facility is nearly complete. The locker rooms and floor have been upgraded. FAU will play KU on Nov. 28 at Allen Fieldhouse.

Keegan: Keegan: Kansas balanced as can be

Balance is the key to good mental and physical health, and in turn, happiness. That’s what everyone always says anyway. Nutritionists, philosophers, shrinks, golf instructors, high-wire walkers, spiritual advisers, even a ‘70s-TV hippie who answers to “Grasshopper,” all appreciate the value of balance. So do football coaches.

Ryan Wood’s football notebook

The Kansas-Colorado game in Boulder, Colo., on Saturday will kick off at 4:45 p.m. and be televised by ESPN, it was announced Sunday.

Indiana hits Sampson with sanctions

Former OU coach makes too many phone calls ... again

Indiana basketball coach Kelvin Sampson will not receive a $500,000 raise and his team will lose one scholarship for next season after violating NCAA-imposed sanctions on phone calls.

Ohio State No. 1 in AP Top 25

Ohio State has risen - all the way to No 1. A day after the top two teams in the AP Top 25 lost, the Buckeyes jumped two spots Sunday in the media poll and became the third school this season to hold the No. 1 ranking.

KU soccer tumbles, 2-1

Kansas University’s soccer squad still has five Big 12 Conference games remaining, but if the first five league games are any indication, the Jayhawks could be in jeopardy of missing the Big 12 tournament.

Twin recruits enjoy KU visit, but don’t commit

Twins Marcus and Markieff Morris, a pair of forwards from Philadelphia who attended Friday’s Late Night in the Phog, headed back to Prep School in New Jersey on Sunday.

Commentary: Ex-Tiger Snyder back in coaching

Spurs' executive Buford now boss of player who declined his invitation to play for Kansas

More than 20 years ago, Quin Snyder decided not to entrust R.C. Buford with his basketball future. But now, in a way, Buford is entrusting Snyder with his. Back when they first saw each other in a high school gym in the early 1980s, neither could have seen this day coming.

Football team stakes new place in history

Six-and-oh and six to go. The table is set for a special season for Kansas University’s football team. The Jayhawks - or “Fighting Manginos” as some call them - are scrapping for a legacy most teams of the program’s past can only dream of. After crushing Baylor, 58-10, on Saturday at Memorial Stadium, Kansas became bowl-eligible in mid-October - much sooner than usual.

6Sports video: KU cracks BCS standings after Baylor beatdown

One day after demolishing the Baylor Bears 58-10 at Memorial Stadium, the Kansas Jayhawk football team debuted in the 13th slot of the BCS standings.

6Sports video: KU soccer squad loses close battle with OU

The Oklahoma Sooners’ soccer squad stole this game from the Jayhawks by a final score of 2-1.

6Sports video: Arthur looking to step-up this season

This upcoming season, sophomore star Darrell Arthur looks to be the new face in the Kansas Jayhawk basketball team’s starting five.

KU-CU to kick at 4:45 p.m. (CST) on ESPN

The Jayhawks (6-0 overall, 2-0 Big 12 Conference play) will be playing on cable giant ESPN for the first time since the Fort Worth Bowl in 2005, when they beat Houston, 42-13. Last year, Kansas lost to Toledo on ESPN2.

Keegan: Keegan: Kansas upgrades pass D

Kansas University’s football team finished 6-6 in 2006 in a way that led many apologists to respond with, “But we should have gone 9-3.” No, the Jayhawks should have been 6-6 because they were outscored six times and outscored opponents in a half-dozen games.

Walker a crowd-pleaser at K-State

There was no dunk contest, but that didn’t keep Bill Walker from putting on a show during Kansas State’s “Madness in Manhattan” event Friday night and early Saturday in Bramlage Coliseum.

Loss to Texas drops Jayhawks to 10-9

Texas extended its volleyball winning streak to eight games Saturday night when it defeated Kansas University in three games at Gregory Gym.

Kansas football notebook

Former KU fullback John Riggins was added to the Memorial Stadium Ring of Honor in a halftime ceremony. Riggins gave a bow to each side of the stadium while a lengthy ovation was given. His name was added to the ring on the northeast side of the stadium.

Day after Late Night, Jayhawks get down to business

There were no red carpets, bright scoreboard lights or crazed fans in the Allen Fieldhouse bleachers 11 hours after the 2007 edition of Late Night in the Phog. Only a few relatives of Kansas University’s basketball players and weekend benefactors supporting Bill Self’s Assists Foundation joined KU’s 17 players and coaches for the first official practice of the preseason.

Fambrough gets benched

Two hours before the originally scheduled kickoff time, former Kansas University quarterback David Jaynes served as master of ceremonies for a dedication in honor of Don Fambrough, beloved former player, assistant coach and two-time head coach of the Jayhawks.

McClinton woofs at QB

Kansas defensive tackle upset with Szymanski's 'chop-block'

James McClinton is deeply spiritual and one of the all-around nicest guys on Kansas University’s football roster. So it was a bit of surprise during KU’s 58-10 victory over Baylor on Saturday to see McClinton, KU’s standout defensive tackle, getting in the face of Baylor quarterback Blake Szymanski at the end of the second quarter.

Top 25 roundup: LSU, California knocked off the top

As a blue stream of Kentucky fans poured from the stands to celebrate the Wildcats’ biggest victory in decades, Andre Woodson was in the middle of the party calmly talking about taking down No. 1 LSU.

Did KU run it up? Baylor says no

Instead of taking a knee and running out the clock, Kansas University’s football team elected to run a final play Saturday afternoon in the final seconds of a lopsided victory over Baylor.

Hornets cut Chenowith

Former Kansas University basketball player Eric Chenowith has been cut by the New Orleans Hornets.

Pouring it on

Jayhawks thunder past Bears

The thunder rolled. Lightning bolts surrounded Memorial Stadium. Standing water surfaced on a football field with artificial turf. A chilly wind chattered teeth. Yes, Mother Nature tried everything short of an earthquake to spoil Kansas University’s football mojo on Saturday. Fat chance.

Huskers humbled at home

With Tom Osborne and members of his undefeated 1997 Nebraska team watching, Bill Callahan’s current Cornhuskers took an historic beating. Oklahoma State pounded Nebraska 45-14 Saturday, the largest rout of the Huskers at home in 49 years.

Big 12 roundup: Kansas State blasts Buffs

Oklahoma hands Mizzou first loss of season

James Johnson ran for 159 yards and two scores, Deon Murphy caught one touchdown pass and scored on a 20-yard reverse and Kansas State knocked Colorado out of the Big 12 North lead with a 47-20 victory Saturday night.

Top recruit picks Georgetown

Georgetown University apparently has landed the No. 1 basketball recruit in the country.

The Fifth Quarter: Kansas 58, Baylor 10

Tying up loose ends from KU’s sixth straight win to open the 2007 season, which came despite weather delays totaling more than two hours.

Scoring Summary: KU-Baylor

A look at who scored, when they scored and how it happened.

KU-Baylor Updates

KU will be forced a little bit longer to deploy revenge on Baylor for last year’s 36-35 loss in Waco. The start of the game is delayed due to lightning in the area on top of sheets of rain falling to the Memorial Stadium turf.

KU band looking for a boost

Jayhawk marching group smallest in Big 12

It’s been a rough few years for the Marching Jayhawks. There have been four new directors in the past eight years. Total membership now stands at only 177, the smallest of any marching band in the Big 12 Conference. But there are signs of a resurgence. The band’s size is up some from last year’s total of 165 members, 98 of whom are freshmen.

MU’s Temple to miss game

Tony Temple, Missouri’s leading rusher, will miss today’s game against No. 6 Oklahoma due to a sprained ankle.

Setback to Texas Tech a step back for Cyclones

The Big 12 schedule doesn’t allow for baby steps. Nobody knows that better than Iowa State. The Cyclones, fresh off a 42-17 blowout loss to Texas Tech, open a two-game homestand against the Big 12’s marquee programs when they face 23rd-ranked Texas (4-2, 0-2 Big 12) today.

Self unveils ‘toolbar’ for Web browsers

Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self has unveiled a “toolbar” that will help fans of the program and supporters of his Assists foundation follow the team.

Football players can run, too

One of the valuable recruiting pitches for Baylor University’s football team is the offer to certain athletes that they can use their talents on the school’s nationally recognized track team, as well. That’s part of what lured sophomore wide receiver David Gettis to Baylor.

Bear-ified Air: KU secondary braces for pass-happy Baylor attack

KU secondary braces for pass-happy Baylor attack

Surely, Kansas University’s football team still was trying to shake off the high of the Kansas State victory the day before. So when assistant coach Je’Ney Jackson walked into a meeting room Sunday, he had with him one statistic for the Baylor game that was bound to keep KU’s secondary on cloud nine for at least another week.

Kansas basketball media day notebook

Kansas University will hold walk-on tryouts on Sunday night. The burning question: Will senior Brad Witherspoon have to try out? “If I do, they haven’t told me,” the Humboldt senior said. “They might tell me the night before. I’ll be ready.”

KU kickstarts year

Jayhawks look slick - before scrimmage, anyway

Kansas University’s basketball players arrived in style for Friday’s Late Night in the Phog at Allen Fieldhouse. A Corvette, Infiniti, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, BMW, Hummer, Avalanche and stretch limousine transported the Jayhawks onto a Red Carpet for interviews with “Survivor” winner and KU grad Danni Boatwright. They received heroes’ welcomes in the building, where more than 15,000 fans treated the suit-and-tie-clad Jayhawks as the local celebrities they are.

Six-month-old son motivates KU’s Collins

Sherron Collins enters his sophomore year at Kansas University with one overriding goal in mind. Making his son proud. “It makes me work harder, knowing I have a child,” Collins, KU’s 5-foot-11, 203-pound point guard from Chicago, said.

Loss still haunts Jayhawks

Darrell Stuckey couldn’t believe his eyes. Here he was, watching Kansas University’s football team implode in Waco, Texas, one year ago. Passes being completed everywhere, an 18-point lead evaporating. Why, the KU safety wondered, couldn’t he do anything about it?

Commentary: Firing Franchione wouldn’t pay now

For the first time since Dennis Franchione’s private “VIP Connection” went public two weeks ago, no one from Texas A&M came to the coach’s defense Thursday. Not his players. Not his boss. Not a soul.

Crabtree catching on

Tech red-shirt freshman putting up gaudy numbers

Big statistics are the norm at Texas Tech, where quarterbacks routinely lead the nation in passing while running the Red Raiders’ wide open offense.

KU football great Riggins gets warm reception at Late Night

Late Night in the Phog wasn’t all about hoops Friday night. Gridiron great John Riggins made a cameo, jogging onto the court in his Kansas University letter jacket, blue jeans and boots to a standing ovation. Riggins will become the 15th player to be added to the Ring of Honor at Memorial Stadium today during KU’s football game with Baylor.

Keegan: Keegan: Football sideshow no more

Football sure didn’t feel like the slighted stepchild Friday night when John Riggins charmed the Allen Fieldhouse crowd, when Mark Mangino walked to center court and triggered a noise bomb, when, earlier, David Jaynes and a number of other former KU players gathered at Alvamar Country Club to wish ex-coach Don Fambrough, the program’s No. 1 fan, a happy 85th birthday.

KU women tip off after busting move

After stepping, stomping and dancing at a packed Allen Fieldhouse on Friday night, Kansas University women’s basketball players quickly changed over to running, passing and shooting when they donned their practice unis and scrimmaged to start their 2007-2008 season at Late Night in the Phog.

Jayhawks disappointed with tie

KU soccer plays Oklahoma State to 2-all draw

Sometimes a tie isn’t like kissing your sister. Kansas University’s 2-2 soccer deadlock with Oklahoma State, for instance, was against a ranked team, and the Jayhawks have struggled this season. Nevertheless, KU coach Mark Francis wasn’t jumping for joy.

6Sports video: Red team tops blue in ‘Late Night’ scrimmage

In another fun installment of ‘Late Night in the Phog’ hosted at Allen Fieldhouse, the red team topped the blue team during the scrimmage portion of the evening’s events.

6News video: ‘Late Night in the Phog’ thrills attendees

‘Late Night in the Phog’ officially started the 2007-2008 KU basketball season this evening in front of thousands of Jayhawk fans eagerly anticipating the ‘Hawks to hit the hardwood.

6Sports video: Jayhawks ready to rumble with the Bears

Saturday morning, the No. 20 Jayhawks will take on the Baylor Bears at Memorial Stadium. KU is looking for revenge as the Bears defeated the ‘Hawks last season by a single point.

A&M admonishes coach

Franchione doesn't lose job over newsletter

Texas A&M officials admonished coach Dennis Franchione for his secretive, for-pay newsletter Thursday and said the embarrassing episode would be a factor in deciding whether he returns next season.

Jayhawks call for full stadium

Kansas University cornerback Aqib Talib has a suggestion for students trying to decide where to spend Fall Break.

Women’s hoops recruits to take in Late Night

Kansas University women’s basketball team will have a pair of recruits on hand for tonight’s Late Night in the Phog.

Big 12 coaches tap KU No. 1

Jayhawks atop poll for eighth time in 11 years

Kansas is king of the hill in Big 12 Conference men’s basketball … again.

Freshmen to debut tonight

Four rookies to play as Jayhawks for first time

Some Kansas University freshmen basketball players arrive on campus as highly regarded McDonald’s All-Americans.

KU to entertain Morris twins

Forwards Marcus, Markieff to attend Late Night

Two brothers with a special bond will make an official recruiting trip to Kansas University this weekend.

Huskers get mental

Nebraska hopes to bounce back from lopsided loss

The mental side of football is taking on greater importance as Nebraska recovers from a 35-point loss to Missouri, prepares for Saturday’s game against Oklahoma State and tries to save its season.

Lane still a bruiser, but he’s versatile, too

The Texas A&M Aggies have watched the replay over and over and it gets funnier every time.

Time to move on

Chance for redemption awaits Herford

Asking Marcus Herford to name the play of last season’s 18-point collapse against Baylor in Waco that stands out the most would be akin to asking someone to name a favorite toothache.

Bedore: Bedore: A look back at Late Nights past

(From someone - the only person? - who has seen them all)

Call me on the phone, send me an e-mail - or drop a card or letter in the snail mailbox - to correct me if I’m wrong. But until I hear from you, I’m going to make what I consider a can’t-miss assertion: That, after tonight, I will remain the only person to have attended all 23 season-opening “Late Nights” in Kansas University’s tradition-rich Allen Fieldhouse.

Late Night highlight: intrasquad scrimmage

Like 16,300 fans in the stands, Mario Chalmers annually gets a kick out of the singing, dancing and joke-making at Late Night in the Phog at Allen Fieldhouse.

6Sports video: Lady Jayhawks have postseason ambitions

Year four of the Bonnie Henderson experiment begins for the Kansas women’s basketball next month. The goal for this year: Qualify for the NCAA Tournament.

6Sports video: KU defensive line spreading their wings

Last season, the Kansas defense was inexperienced. This year, the ‘Hawks have forced crucial turnovers and earned the title of the No. 1 defense in the Big 12.

6Sports video: KU looking to open with stronger plays

When it comes to opening football games with an offensive statement, the Jayhawks have underachieved in almost every way.

KU tops Big 12 preseason men’s hoops poll

By receiving 10 of a possible 12 first place votes, Kansas University came out on top Thursday when the Big 12 released its preseason men’s basketball poll, voted on by the league head coaches.

Senior lineman a natural leader

Kansas University football senior Cesar Rodriguez just recently found out about a two-for-one Sunday burger special at the West Coast Saloon, 2222 Iowa. A perfect place, he figured, for five guys weighing 290, 310, 290, 305 and 315 pounds. “I thought it’d be good to get two burgers,” Rodriguez said, “after a long day of work on Sunday.”

Allen Fieldhouse set for another facelift

Allen Fieldhouse, which was spruced up prior to the 2005-06 basketball season, will undergo another facelift next spring. At least that’s the plan if Kansas University’s athletic department can raise $15 million targeted for building improvements. “This is a labor of love,” KU associate athletic director Jim Marchiony said of continually bettering the hoops palace that opened in 1955.

Ripe for success

Post, point key positions for KU

Buying a vowel may be a chore for Krysten Boogaard, but certainly easier than growing up with four older brothers. “It was a challenge every day,” Boogaard said Wednesday. “They would wrestle around and I’d get in the middle of it.” But not anymore. “They can’t do that today,” Boogaard said with a smile, “because I’m bigger than they are.”

Jayhawks feast on winless Buffaloes

Losers of three straight matches, Kansas University’s volleyball players were hungry for a win, and playing host to the Colorado Buffaloes - winless in Big 12 play - seemed like a good way to fill up.

Big 12 conference releases preseason picks

Kansas University sophomore guard-forward Danielle McCray was one of 13 players honored Wednesday when the Big 12 Conference handed out its preseason women’s basketball honors.

‘Jayhawk’ author plans book signing

David Kamrar, author of “The Jayhawk: Fact or Myth - A Story for All Ages,” will sign copies of his book from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at Oread Books in the Kansas Union.

6Sports video: KU looks for revenge against visiting Baylor

Last season, the Baylor Bears defeated the Kansas Jayhawks by a single point, 36-35. This year, the ‘Hawks look for revenge when the Bears take the field this Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

6Sports video: Jayhawk volleyball team tops winless CU

The Kansas Jayhawk volleyball team had little problem defeated winless Colorado on Wednesday.

6Sports video: Youth once again dominates hardwood for KU women’s basketball team

A year ago, Bonnie Henrickson’s 14-player roster included 7 freshmen - this season, 6 are still around for their sophomore campaign - and 3 more ‘rookies’ have joined the squad.

Texas Tech bans sale of Vick shirt

Texas Tech has banned the sale of a T-shirt bearing the likeness of Michael Vick hanging the dog mascot of rival Texas A&M.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Ticket sales are going extremely well for KU’s Nov. 3 game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium, as well as the Nov. 24 game with Missouri at Arrowhead Stadium.

Wright scores three in debut

Former Kansas University basketball forward Julian Wright scored three points and had eight rebounds in nine minutes on Tuesday in his pro basketball debut.

BCA considers court action

The head of a black coaches group is frustrated by the lack of minority head coaches in college football, and his remedy may be going to court.

Good times, better cause

KU coaches to fight cancer on the court

Kansas University’s women’s basketball players will wear pink uniforms this season for the first time in school history. It won’t be a regular occurrence … just at a Feb. 17 home game versus Nebraska in support of college women’s basketball’s fight against cancer. Jayhawk coach Bonnie Henrickson made the announcement at Tuesday’s tipoff of the American Cancer Society’s “Coaches vs. Cancer” program at Maceli’s.

Two Jayhawks named All-Big 12

Big 12 basketball coaches are confident Brandon Rush’s surgically repaired right knee will be as good as new this season. On Tuesday they named Kansas University’s two-time first-team all-conference selection to the preseason all-league team.

KU soccer fans to receive Late Night seat vouchers

If you want to be assured of seat at Late Night in the Phog, Kansas University has a deal for you.

K-State reports violations

NCAA probe involves football program

Kansas State discovered possible rules violations in its football program and is cooperating with the NCAA in an investigation. Athletic director Tim Weiser said Tuesday the Big 12 school reported the violations to the governing body.

Slow starts don’t bother KU football

Jayhawks have scored just once on opening possession so far this season

A three-and-out. A four-and-out. A three-and-out. An immediate interception. More often than not, the opening offensive series for Kansas University’s football team this season has been overwhelmingly unimpressive.

Keegan: Keegan: North up for grabs

It’s a shame paranoia shrouds college football. Otherwise, Kansas University could share the secrets of running a big-time football program with some schools not faring as well in the national rankings.

6Sports video: KU hits the practice field as a ‘Top 25’ team

For the first time since September 28th, 1996, the Kansas football team took the practice field today as a ‘Top 25’ program.

6Sports video: Two KU basketball players honored; coaches help fight with cancer

The Big 12 basketball coaches have voted and they agree that both Darrell Arthur and Brandon Rush belong on the ‘Preseason All-Big 12 First Team.’ This evening, however, KU basketball coaches Bill Self and Bonnie Henrickson kicked off the ‘Coaches Vs. Cancer Campaign.’

Rush, Arthur garner Preseason Big 12 accolades

Kansas junior guard Brandon Rush and sophomore forward Darrell Arthur on Tuesday were announced as two of six members of the 2007-08 Preseason All-Big 12 Team. Preseason honors were voted on by the league’s head coaches, who were not permitted to vote for their own players.

K-State says possible violations in football program

Tim Weiser, director of athletics at the Big 12 school, said the institution had reported the violations to the NCAA and retained outside counsel to assist in its internal probe.

QB Robinson expected to practice for OSU

Starting quarterback Zac Robinson was expected to return to practice after sustaining a “slight concussion,” Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Monday.

Nebraska AD pledges support for coach

Nebraska athletic director Steve Pederson pledged his support Monday night to Bill Callahan and the rest of the football coaching staff in the wake of a 35-point loss to Missouri.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

The start time - and television possibilities - for KU’s Oct. 20 game at Colorado will be decided Sunday. The television networks typically have to decide which games they want 12 days ahead of time. But ABC has a clause in its contract which allows it to exercise a six-day window on three occasions this season. They are using one of those for the Oct. 20 games.

KSU still smarting

Wildcats eager to face CU on Saturday

It took Kansas State three years to get back into the Top 25, but it took only one weekend to fall back out. After earning the No. 24 spot in last week’s poll - the Wildcats’ highest ranking since Sept. 5, 2004 - Kansas State lost at home, 30-24, Saturday to in-state rival Kansas University.

Missouri RB Temple questionable for OU

Missouri may be without its leading rusher Saturday when the 11th-ranked Tigers play No. 6 Oklahoma, coach Gary Pinkel said Monday.

KU men’s golf 13th

Kansas University’s men’s golf team placed last of 13 teams on Monday at the Windon Memorial Classic at the par-71, 6,667-yard Lake Shore Country Club.

Texas Tech coach breaks arm in crash

Texas Tech coach Mike Leach talks often about how players need to play through pain as the season wears on.

Texas WR Sweed out for season

Texas senior wide receiver Limas Sweed, whose 20 career touchdown catches rank No. 2 in school history, will undergo wrist surgery that is expected to end his college career, the team announced Monday.

Kansas plans hoops party

Kansas University’s athletic department will hold a 110 Years of Jayhawk Men’s Basketball Celebration on Feb. 16 at Allen Fieldhouse. Letters have been mailed to former players and coaches inviting all to the KU-Colorado game, which is set for a 12:30 p.m. tipoff.

Mangino: Cupcakes served their purpose

It was laughed at, ridiculed and verbally beaten for weeks. Four games for Kansas University’s football team in the notorious nonconference schedule, against four tremendously inferior opponents: Central Michigan, Southeastern Louisiana, Toledo and Florida International.

Gooden to net more playing time

Former Kansas University hoops standout seeks long career with Cavs, then stint as big-league pitcher

The absence of Anderson Varejao, who remains out due to contract negotiations, means several Cleveland Cavaliers players will have to step up their games until Varejao returns.

6Sports video: Reesing looked rattled in first quarter vs. KSU

For the first time in his college career, Todd Reesing looked rattled vs. K-State. After a terrible first quarter, the Jayhawk QB quickly returned to form to help lead the ‘Hawks to a 30-24 victory over the rival Wildcats.

6Sports video: KU’s running backs the key in victory over KSU

Heading into Saturday’s showdown vs. KU, the K-State Wildcats’ run defense was ranked 11th in the nation. That was before the Jayhawks’ Jake Sharp and Brandon McAnderson took the field.

6Sports video: KU freshman volleyball player Karina Garlington making her presence known

Two state championships, first-team all conference honors, and high school female athlete of the year - an impressive resume’ for any incoming freshman. Now Karina Garlington is making her presence felt on the collegiate level.

KU-CU kickoff time will be announced Sunday

ABC is choosing to wait until Sunday to decide which game it wants to broadcast on Oct. 20.

Commentary: Wright making adjustment to pros

Former Kansas University standout proves he's full of potential, has the stuff to be special in the NBA

Wednesday was a typical day in the life of rookie Julian Wright. It began with boxes and ended with buckets.

Juco transfer Little commits to Kansas

Mario Little was tempted to commit orally to play basketball at Kansas University following his Sept. 7-9 campus visit.

KU men’s golf in 13th at Windon Memorial

Zach Pederson and Brad Hopfinger both fired under-par rounds, and Kansas University’s men’s golf team is in 13th place after a first-day, two-round score of 597 Sunday at the Windon Memorial Classic at Lake Shore Country Club.

Creative protest

Some local business owners have found a practical way to send a message to the Kansas University athletic department.

While many local officials are simply voicing concerns about moving the Kansas-Missouri football game to Kansas City, some local business owners have decided to so something about it.

Keegan: Kansas, Mangino on cusp

The coach from the visiting team was in his sixth season at the school. His team was undefeated but still doubted coming into the Oct. 6 Sunflower Showdown. It hadn’t won a road game against its in-state rival in a long, long time.

Kansas soccer rolls over Texas Tech

Sophomore Kim Boyer scored a pair of goals, and senior Nicole Cauzillo added a goal and an assist as Kansas University’s soccer team earned a 4-1 victory over Texas Tech on Sunday at Fuller Stadium.

Jayhawks get some love

Kansas jumps in poll at No. 20, but team not partying - yet

Kansas University’s football team has no party planned, so don’t expect an invitation. The Jayhawks were ranked No. 20 in all three major polls - the Associated Press, the coaches and the Harris polls - which were released Sunday, one day after Kansas beat then-No. 24 Kansas State, 30-24, in a huge Big 12 Conference showdown in Manhattan.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino had the chance to dissect game film from the Kansas State game. And while Saturday was a day to celebrate, Sunday was the first day to analyze and correct.

6Sports video: KU volleyball squad swept by Texas A&M

The Kansas Jayhawk volleyball team was swept by the Texas A&M Aggies, dropping KU to 2-5 in conference play.

6Sports video: Jayhawks nationally ranked after win over K-State

The Kansas Jayhawks’ are now ranked # 20 in the ‘AP Top 25’ college football poll after defeating rival K-State on Saturday in Manhattan.

JUCO player Little commits to KU

Mario Little, a 6-foot-6 guard from Chipola (Fla.) Community College, on Sunday said he would play basketball at Kansas University next season.

KU cracks AP, Coachs Poll, ranked 20th

Kansas University’s football team has cracked the Associated Press Top 25, ranking 20th after its 30-24 victory over Kansas State. KU also slipped in to the 20th spot in the USA Today Coaches Poll with 390 points.

Harper shines in debut

By Kendrick Harper’s count, it was the third play of his Division-I football career. And, man, was it a big one. Harper intercepted a pass from Kansas State’s Josh Freeman with 5:03 to play, helping ice Kansas University’s 30-24 football victory over No. 24 K-State on Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

Kansas football notebook

Kansas won at Kansas State for the first time since 1989, when coach Glen Mason led the Jayhawks to a 21-16 victory over the Wildcats in KSU coach Bill Snyder’s first season.

Prince sings Jayhawks’ praises

Wildcats' coach: 'We played a terrific football team today'

Second-year Kansas State football coach Ron Prince spoke about the team that had just defeated his 24th-ranked Wildcats, 30-24, Saturday in a respectful way. As always, though, he stopped short of actually using the name of either the school or any of its players.

QB Bradford guides Sooners

No. 19 Longhorns fall to cellar of Big 12 South

Since he’s only 19 and was playing just his sixth college game, Oklahoma’s Sam Bradford can be excused for thinking he can do things most quarterbacks wouldn’t even try.

Daniel, Mizzou rout Nebraska

A&M ties biggest comeback in team history

Chase Daniel passed for a career-best 401 yards and ran for two scores, and No. 17 Missouri got a big game from its suspect defense in a 41-6 victory over No 25 Nebraska on Saturday night.

Aggies hand Jayhawks third straight sweep

Kansas University’s volleyball team still seems to be reeling from the loss of sophomore standout Brittany Williams. The Jayhawks on Saturday night were clobbered by Texas A&M, 30-26, 30-25, 30-19, in Horejsi Center - the third straight loss by sweep since the New Orleans middle blocker suffered a season-ending knee injury at practice.

Southern Cal falls to Stanford at home

In what’s been the year of the upset in college football, Stanford’s stunner just might top them all. Tavita Pritchard threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Mark Bradford on fourth-and-goal with 49 seconds remaining Saturday night, giving the 41-point underdog Cardinal a 24-23 victory over No. 2 Southern California.

Big win in Little Apple!

KU breaks 18-year losing streak in Manhattan

Bar stool victory dances, impromptu parades and earth-shattering screams. They were frequent in Lawrence on Saturday afternoon as Kansas University football fans celebrated a 30-24 victory at Kansas State University. It was KU’s first victory at K-State in 18 years.

Keegan: Keegan: Reesing comes up big

The South wind huffed and it puffed and it blew Todd Reesing’s weakly delivered first pass down. Kansas State’s Chris Carney intercepted it. A crowd of 50,924 threw a purple party in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

Beyond a doubt

Jayhawks prove worth with big victory

The doubters have nothing left. Some will still lurk, of course, questioning Kansas University’s football team for this, or showing skepticism because of that. But as of right now, the peg leg those cynics were standing on was chopped down Saturday, after Kansas triumphed over No. 24 Kansas State, 30-24, in a thrilling showdown at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

The Fifth Quarter: Kansas 30, Kansas State 24

Tying up loose ends from Kansas’ 30-24 upset win on the road over Kansas State - the program’s first win in Manhattan since 1989 - fueled by unflappable sophomore quarterback Todd Reesing.

Scoring Summary: KU-KSU

A look at who scored, when they scored and how it happened.

Final, KU wins 30-24

KU looks for its first win in Manhattan since 1989

A week of build-up, trash talk and analysis culminates today on a hot, sunny Saturday afternoon in Manhattan as KU and K-State lock up for the annual Sunflower Showdown - the most anticipated edition of the rivalry since 1995 when both squads entered as ranked teams.

Keegan: Keegan: QB battle favors Jayhawks

Long before his team defeated Texas for the first time and then again a year later, second-year Kansas State football coach Ron Prince scored a head-turning victory. He charmed quarterback Josh Freeman of Kansas City, Mo., into de-committing from Nebraska and signing on with the Wildcats.

KU’s road woes come up again

Of course, the road-game drought was going to be brought up again. Anymore, the veteran players expect it. Until the dreary results are reversed, Kansas University’s football team probably will be reminded of its problems on the road under coach Mark Mangino every year.

NU in no rush to panic

As long as the points come, coach Bill Callahan doesn’t care how Nebraska scores them. The past four games, the Cornhuskers’ best route to the end zone has been through the air.

OSU prepares for Aggies’ rush

After three weeks of facing pass-heavy spread offenses, Cowboys shifting gears

Oklahoma State safety Andre Sexton remembers the first time he was presented with the opportunity to tackle Texas A&M running back Jorvorskie Lane. He was named to the South team for the Texas High School Coaches Association All-Star Game, and the massive running back from Lufkin was on the North team.

Coach: Turnovers doomed Cyclones

Iowa State coach Gene Chizik doesn’t like to complicate matters. To him, teams that force turnovers and protect the football always have a chance to win.

Something different in Red River Rivalry

The old stadium still will be half-orange, half-crimson, with Bevo on one side and the Sooner Schooner on the other. The State Fair of Texas still will be roaring outside, with fans from both sides slipping out for a beer and a corny dog at halftime.

Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook

Lots of schools considered: Willie Warren, a 6-foot-4 senior from Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, Va., will visit Oklahoma next weekend and Kansas University the weekend after that.

Touted recruit visits today

Kansas University’s women’s basketball coaches and players will entertain a top high school prospect today and Sunday.

Recruit Thomas to visit UNLV

Don’t discount UNLV as a possible destination for blue-chip basketball recruit Quintrell Thomas.

Rare birds: Jayhawk fans proudly display favorite colors behind enemy lines

KU supporters like messing with Wildcat fans

When Rob Learned arrived at work Tuesday, he found pictures of Kansas University’s head football coach Mark Mangino posted on his locker. One showed Mangino’s head attached to the body of an overweight superwoman. Another showed him bending over in a field. “They’ve got like a natural gas fire coming out burning a Jayhawk,” Learned said.

Commentary: Preseason polls rank as ridiculous

It has taken more years than I care to admit, but I’ve finally concluded preseason football polls are an absolute joke. There’s simply no other way to describe them.

Sooners’ Kelly fired up for UT

Malcolm Kelly has a point to make. It wasn’t on a whim that he crossed the state line to play at Oklahoma, spurning the Longhorns and choosing not to follow his brother to the campus he’d grown familiar with over years of visits.

Polar opposites

K-State's Freeman, KU's Reesing fit into different molds

To be fair to Josh Freeman, it’s not exactly his job to be familiar with the opposing quarterback. But Kansas State’s signal caller had an interesting one-word answer nonetheless when asked a simple question earlier this week: What do you know about Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing? “Nothing,” he said. Nothing at all? “Nope.”

KU soccer tops Drake

Freshman Rachel Morris and sophomore Monica Dolinsky scored first-half goals as Kansas University’s soccer team earned a 2-1 victory over Drake on Friday evening at Drake Stadium.

Wildcats’ Campbell dual threat

Versatility is a trait of most Kansas State’s star power on the football field. That’s especially true for Ian Campbell, who moves back and forth from defensive end to linebacker depending on the formation. Campbell was switched to linebacker primarily to take advantage of his playmaking skills. He then went out and had one of the biggest plays of his career during one of his scattered plays at defensive end.

6Sports video: Sunflower Showdown less than 24 hours away

The 105th Sunflower Showdown between the Kansas Jayhawks and K-State Wildcats football teams will finally kick-off tomorrow at 11 a.m. after weeks of hype.

6News video: Tickets sold out for Sunflower Showdown

Tickets to Saturday’s Sunflower Showdown are sold out - so those still scrambling for a seat are paying big bucks to get a ticket.

Jayhawks preparing for 3-4 defense

Wildcats' linemen, linebackers present different look

On the surface, it’s just a simple change. Take one guy off the defensive line and move him back. But it’s a strategy that separates Kansas State’s football team from the rest of the Big 12 Conference. Kansas University’s next opponent operates with a base 3-4 defense, meaning a setup of three down lineman and four linebackers. One of the linebackers always rushes, but it’s not always clear which one will.

Mizzou, Nebraska eager for ‘big game’

The rise of other schools has lessened the magnitude of Saturday night’s Nebraska-Missouri matchup, long viewed as a battle to decide the Big 12 North. But it’s still plenty big. For the No. 17 Tigers, long among the conference also-rans, it’s an opportunity to step up. Missouri (4-0) is undefeated entering Big 12 play for the second straight year, but last year finished 8-5 after a 6-0 start.

Collision course

Talib figures to factor in defending K-State's top offensive threat

It’s hard to believe now, but Kansas University cornerback Aqib Talib once was a wide-eyed newbie in the college football ranks. In fact, he made his first start two years ago at Kansas State, with mixed results. A couple of days later, he spoke of his experiences to the media and came across as a painfully shy guy. Honestly.

Rush completing 90 percent of Boot Camp

Wearing a black wrap on his right knee, a confident Brandon Rush jogged onto James Naismith Court at 4:30 p.m. Thursday for his second Kansas Basketball Boot Camp Conditioning session of the day.

Giles working on studies

Oregon State junior C.J. Giles is not practicing with the team during informal pre-season workouts so he can concentrate on his schoolwork, OSU officials told the Corvallis Gazette Times.

6Sports video: Jayhawks hoping history repeats itself

Last season, the Jayhawks defeated the K-State Wildcats after a bye week and a week after KSU defeated Texas. With similar circumstances surrounding this Saturday’s Sunflower Showdown, KU hopes to get the same results as last year.

6Sports video: KU lineman ready to roll against ‘Cats

KU junior offensive lineman Adrian Mayes may have grown up in Manhattan, Kansas, but these days his loyalty remains with the Jayhawk crimson and blue.

Quarterback Club meeting

Starting tonight, the Kansas University Quarterback Club will meet weekly at Paddy O’Quigley’s in the Lawrence Holiday Inn Holidome starting at 5 p.m.

Rise of the return

Jayhawks, Wildcats rely on talented special-teams units

Kansas State has two game-changing playmakers returning punts, so converting on third down becomes twice as important for Kansas University’s football team Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Jordy Nelson, the Big 12’s second-leading receiver who also has thrown two passes, both for touchdowns, has the longest punt return in the Big 12 this season.

KU lineman: Purple a no-no Saturday

Adrian Mayes negotiated a deal with friends and family members who wanted to score tickets to Saturday’s Kansas-Kansas State football game in his hometown of Manhattan. “There was a screening process. None of them will be wearing purple,” said Mayes, KU’s 6-foot-3, 305-pound fourth-year junior offensive lineman from the Little Apple.

Keegan: Keegan: Off week favors Jayhawks

Here’s guessing this conversation has taken place between at least 20 pairs of Kansas University football fans: Fan No. 1: “We won last year, and it’s just like last year. Kansas State was coming off of a big victory against Texas, and Kansas was coming off of a bye week.” Fan No. 2: “True, but Kansas was at home last year, and this year the game is in Manhattan.”

KU volleyball swept

Iowa State swept Kansas University’s volleyball team, 30-24, 30-25, 30-19, on Wednesday at Hilton Coliseum.

Gary Bedore’s KU Hoops Notes

Mario Little, a 6-foot-6 sophomore guard from Chipola (Fla.) Community College and Chicago’s Washington High, continues to weigh the pros and cons of his three finalists - KU, Kansas State and Illinois.

6Sports video: KU hoping to put the pressure on Freeman

Last season when KU faced KSU in Lawrence, ‘Cat QB Freeman was welcomed to the ‘Sunflower Rivalry’ by throwing 3 interceptions and losing 3 fumbles. This season, however, the Jayhawks know they will face a much-improved offense.

Commentary: Texas’ McCoy needs time to recover

Colt McCoy, a name seemingly plucked from the pages of a Louis L’Amour novel, is as tough as a rodeo cowboy. No questions exist about his intestinal fortitude.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Interesting quotes have surfaced in the Kansas State media, including one claim by K-State cornerback Justin McKinney that the Wildcats have superior team speed heading into Saturday’s 11 a.m. rivalry game in Manhattan.

Texas Tech player arrested

Texas Tech linebacker Kellen Tillman has been arrested on a marijuana possession charge after a disciplinary suspension that kept him out of Saturday’s victory against Northwestern State.

Morris twins set date for KU visit

The Morris twins of Philadelphia will make an official basketball recruiting visit to Kansas University for Late Night in the Phog, Oct. 12 in Allen Fieldhouse. Marcus Morris, 6-foot-7, 215 pounds, and his brother, Markieff, 6-8, 225, also have scheduled a visit to Villanova for the Wildcats’ Hoops Mania event Oct. 26.

Joe-College, KU battle moving to court

Joe-College.com and Kansas University are headed to trial in January after an arbitration hearing Friday ended without an agreement. The business, which has a shop in downtown Lawrence, and the university have been engaged in litigation for the past year, stemming from allegations that the business is infringing on KU’s copyrights.

KU tennis duo falls

Kansas University tennis players Elizaveta Avdeeva and junior Edina Horvath fell, 8-4, to a Marshall duo in the first round of qualifying doubles play at the ITA All-American Championships on Tuesday, concluding the Jayhawks’ showing at the event.

Plunge into history

'Toilet Bowl' remembered as rivalry's low point

Anymore, Chip Budde has to chuckle about it. Hey, why not? Not many people can say they played in one of the worst college football games of all time. “It meant so little,” said Budde, a former Kansas University center, “that it turned into meaning a whole lot.”

Keegan: Keegan: Ranking may await Jayhawks

It’s time to quell the conspiracy theory that suggests college football poll voters have it in for Kansas University athletic director Lew Perkins. The basis of the suspicion, which so far has remained underground: Kansas and UConn, the last two universities to put Perkins in charge, also are the last two unbeaten teams to remain unranked in the polls.

6Sports video: KU looks to remedy conference road game woes

Mark Mangino and Big 12 road games have not been a good combination for the Kansas football team. Since coach Mangino took over at KU in 2002, the Jayhawks are 2-18 away from Memorial Stadium in conference play.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

Though Saturday’s Kansas-Kansas State game clearly is on the minds of many in this state, the Jayhawks got a bit of good news Monday about the next game on the schedule.

KU women’s golf in lead

Kansas University’s women’s golf team is on pace to defend its Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational title. Through Monday’s first two rounds at Colbert Hills Golf Course, KU holds a two-stroke lead in the team race.

Shooting stuns Memphis

Classes called off Monday following fatality

Classes at the University of Memphis were canceled Monday after a football player was fatally shot on campus, in what school officials said was a targeted attack but city police later said could have been random.

KU legend passes

Olympic standout dies at 71

David Johnston was so in awe of Al Oerter he felt impelled to write a letter to the Journal-World a couple of years ago about his first meeting with the four-time Olympic gold medalist. “When I was a boy, my dad took me to the Kansas Relays where I got to shake his hand,” said Johnston, a former Lawrence High and Kansas University distance runner. “I vividly remember his giant hand engulfing my 9-year-old mitt.”

K-State’s Prince wary of Jayhawks - really

Kansas State football coach Ron Prince didn’t smirk and didn’t appear at all to be forcing out his eyebrow-raising claim about Saturday’s game against Kansas University. “This game will test us significantly,” Prince said Monday. “The greatest test we’ve had so far this year.” Whoa, cowboy.

Texas’ McCoy to play OU

Texas quarterback Colt McCoy will play against No. 10 Oklahoma this weekend after showing signs of a concussion and being taken out of the game in a loss to Kansas State on Saturday.

Woodling: Woodling: Jayhawk defined discus

A half century ago, one of the most respected sports writers in the country was Red Smith, an intelligent, insightful scribe who penned beautiful prose for the New York Times. Now, with the passing of Al Oerter, 15 words written by Smith resound as the ultimate tribute to the Kansas University grad who became world-famous because of his uncanny ability to throw a platter.

KU basketball notebook: Chenowith joins Hornets

Louisiana prep Henry picks Ole Miss

Julian Wright isn’t the only former Kansas University basketball player who will be reporting to New Orleans Hornets training camp. Ex-Jayhawk center Eric Chenowith signed a free-agent contract with the Hornets on Monday, the contract contingent on his making the team.

6Sports video: KU legend Al Oerter passes away

Four-time Olympic gold medalist Al Oerter has passed away at age 71. Oerter competed at KU from 1956-58.

6Sports video: Jayhawks getting ready for KSU in Manhattan

For the first time this season, the KU football team plays on the road AND against a conference foe: K-State.

KU-Baylor set for 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 13

Kansas University’s second conference game of the season, an Oct. 13 contest against Baylor at Memorial Stadium, will kickoff at 11:30 a.m. and will be televised on Fox College Sports Central (Sunflower Broadband channel 145).

Al Oerter, former KU star and four-time Olympic gold medalist, dies at age 71

Oerter won gold throwing discus in the 1956, 1960, 1964 and 1968 Olympics.

Recruit finds KU not like ‘a farm’

Newark, N.J., native Quintrell Thomas didn’t quite know what to expect last weekend in making his first trip to Kansas University. “I thought it would be a school in the middle of a farm. It’s not like that at all. There’s a lot going on there. I loved it,” said Thomas, a 6-foot-8, 225-pound senior forward from St. Patrick High in Elizabeth, N.J.

Big 12 football not in national title hunt

Either Oklahoma or Texas will be 0-2 in league after Saturday's Red River Rivalry game

No need for any secret newsletter - the facts are in the open for everyone to see, without having to pay extra. Even before a game is played in October, notably the Red River Rivalry, the Big 12’s hopes of sweetness in January have already taken a couple of big hits.

In KU’s case, statistics aren’t for losers

Take one look at Kansas University’s statistical domination through the September portion of the football schedule, and it’s easy to see why Kansas joins Missouri as the only undefeated teams in the Big 12 Conference.

Keegan: Keegan: Aggie coach big loser

Determining which Big 12 South coach had the roughest latter half of September is an easy call. It’s not the guy plastered all over the Internet, hollering “I’m a man,” and hollering it at a woman. No, not Mike Gundy.

KU soccer falls

Texas A&M’s No. 3-ranked soccer team cruised to a 5-1 victory over Kansas University on Sunday at Aggie Soccer Complex.

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