Photos for October 2006

Iowa State'S Stevie Hicks, left, runs past Baylor's Justin Crooks in a 2004 game. Hicks, the Cyclones' starting running back, is scheduled to have his knee 'scoped today and will not play Saturday against Kansas University.

Published on October 31, 2006

Kansas sophomore guard Ivana Catic, right, looks downcourt as she's hounded by freshman LaChelda Jacobs.

Published on October 30, 2006

Kansas freshman forward Sade Morris slices between a pair of defenders during a public scrimmage as part of Fan Appreciation Day. The Jayhawks scrimmaged, then handed out treats to costumed fans Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 30, 2006

Kansas sophomore guard Ivana Catic passes the ball down court at practice during Fan Appreciation Day in Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 30, 2006

Kansas freshman forward Danielle McCray goes up for a shot during the open scrimmage at Fan Appreciation Day. The KU women's basketball team held an open practice and handed out goodies to fans Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 30, 2006

Freshman guard Brady Morningstar, left, and freshman guard Sherron Collins, right, run through drills during the 2006 Bill Self Kansas Basketball Coaches Clinic in Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 29, 2006

Kansas State quarterback Josh Freeman is tackled by Iowa State defensive end Shawn Moorehead. Freeman directed the Wildcats to a 31-10 victory Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan.

Published on October 29, 2006

Former Jayhawk Christian Moody helps out with practice as sophomore forward Julian Wright guards him during the 2006 Bill Self Kansas Basketball Coaches Clinic in Allen Fieldhouse. The annual event included presentations by the Kansas Basketball staff, an invitation to Kansas practice and a ticket to the Kansas football game vs. Colorado on Saturday.

Published on October 29, 2006

From left to right, sophomore center Matt Kleinmann, junior forward Darnell Jackson, junior center Sasha Kaun, and freshman guard Sherron Collins run through drills as Coach Bill Self, right, watches during the 2006 Bill Self Kansas Basketball Coaches Clinic in Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 29, 2006

Kansas University's Jamie Mathewson, right, watches as Melissa Grieb passes the ball against Texas Tech on Saturday.

Published on October 29, 2006

Kansas junior outside hitter Emily Brown celebrates as the Jayhawks score another point against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the second game at the Horejsi Center.

Published on October 29, 2006

Sophomore forward Julian Wright, right, pulls a rebound away from freshman forward Darrell Arthur, center, and junior center Sasha Kaun. The Jayhawks scrimmaged during the Bill Self Coaches Clinic on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 29, 2006

Kansas freshman Katie Marincich sets up the ball for sophomore middle blocker Savannah Noyes during the second game against Texas Tech at the Horejsi Center.

Published on October 29, 2006

Oklahoma State cornerback Calvin Mickens celebrates with the crowd following the Cowboys' victory against Nebraska. Oklahoma State won Saturday's game, 41-29, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla.

Published on October 29, 2006

Kansas' Jon Cornish is brought to the ground by a gang of Colorado Buffaloes in the first half on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas' Paul Como hits Colorado quarterback Bernard Jackson, jarring the ball loose. CU recovered the ball.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas freshman Todd Reesing connects with a receiver on Saturday against Colorado.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas return man Jake Sharp is congratulated by Derek Fine, left, and Jeff Foster after a long return in the third quarter of Saturday's game against Colorado at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas' Todd Reesing breaks free from Colorado defenders before scroring his first touchdown of the season in the second half. Reesing started in the second half against the Buffaloes.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas' Aqib Talib intercepts a Colorado pass intended for Jeff Wheeler in the third quarter.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas freshman quarterback Todd Reesing jumps into the endozone as Colorado's Lionel Harris looks on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas fans congratulate freshman Todd Reesing on a good game after leading the Jayhawks to a 20-15 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas freshman Todd Reesing, left, breaks free from Colorado's Lionel Harris rushes to the red zone in the fourth quarter.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas Head Coach Mark Mangino signs his team to go for the two-point-conversion in the second half against Colorado.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas true freshman quarterback Todd Reesing scampers past Colorado safety Lionel Harris for a Jayhawk touchdown in the fourth quarter of Saturday's 20-15 win over the Buffaloes at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib walks off the field with his arm around head coach Mark Mangino following the Jayhawks' 20-15 win over Colorado Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Talib pulled in two interceptions during the 'Hawks win.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas true freshman quarterback Todd Reesing heaves an off-balanced pass downfield to Kansas receiver Jeff Foster in the third quarter of Saturday's game at Memorial Stadium. Defensive pass interference was called on the play, which set up a touchdown pass to running back Jon Cornish.

Published on October 28, 2006

A flag bearing the Kansas Jayhawk is waved at Memorial Stadium as KU beats Colorado, 20-15, at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas fans taunt the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas' Jon Cornish broke the 1,000 yards season rushing barrier on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas' Wayne Wilder (91) sacks Colorado's James Sox in the first half.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib puts his grips around Colorado runner Hugh Charles as receiver Blake Mackey approaches right during the first half of Saturday's game against the Buffaloes at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas quarterback Adam Barmann heaves a pass over Colorado defensive end Walter Boye-Doe during the first half of Saturday's game against the Buffaloes at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas fans, from left, Kyler Stover, 11, Colton Von Lintel, 11, and Nick Wuthnow, 10, plead for a Jayhawk victory against Colorado on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The trio, celebrating Von Lintel's birthday at the game, traveled from Salina for the game.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas receiver Dexton Fields is hit by two Colorado defenders during a pass play attempt during the first half of Saturday's game against the Buffaloes at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 28, 2006

Women runners head out of the starting gate during the Big 12 Cross Country Championships on Friday at Rim Rock Farm north of Lawrence.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas University junior Colby Wissel raises his hands in victory as he nears the finish line at the Big 12 Cross Country Championships. Wissel won Friday's 8K event at Rim Rock Farm in a time of 24 minutes, 34.40 seconds.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas University senior forward Holly Gault fights for position with Colorado's Katie Griffin (9). The Buffs won, 4-0, Friday at Jayhawk Soccer Complex to spoil KU's Senior Day.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas University freshman midfielder Monica Dolinsky is driven down by Colorado senior forward Katie Griffin during the first half of Friday's game at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas University freshman forward Shannon McCabe goes up for a header against Colorado freshman defender Jess Quador during the first half of Friday's game at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.

Published on October 28, 2006

Big 12 women runners cross the bridge at Rim Rock Farm during the Big 12 Cross Country Championships. The event was Friday north of Lawrence.

Published on October 28, 2006

Runners round the lake at Rim Rock Farm during the men's race.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas junior Colby Wissel sprints the last few meters of the Big 12 Cross Country Championships, winning the 8k run with a time of 24:34.40 on Friday at Rim Rock Farm north of Lawrence.

Published on October 28, 2006

Rain clouds loom over head as runners participate in the 8k Big 12 Cross Country Championships on Friday at Rim Rock Farm north of Lawrence.

Published on October 28, 2006

Texas Tech sophomore Sally Kipyego won the women's 6k with a time of 20:00.82, more than 45 seconds faster than second place at the Big 12 Cross Country Championships on Friday at Rim Rock Farm north of Lawrence.

Published on October 28, 2006

Defensive end Paul COmo (98) gets a hand on Texas A&M quarterback Stephen McGee for a fourth-quarter sack. Como shares the team lead with three sacks.

Published on October 28, 2006

Colorado quarterback Bernard Jackson rolls out for a pass against Oklahoma. CU is among the nation's worst passing teams.

Published on October 28, 2006

Oklahoma players Calvin Thibodeaux, left, and Reggie Smith (3) try to recover a fumble by Colorado quarterback Bernard Jackson in a game the Sooners won, 24-3, Saturday in Norman, Okla.

Published on October 28, 2006

Baylor's Daniel Sepulveda punts against Washington State during their game in Seattle, in this file photo from Sept. 16. Sepulveda leads the NCAA with a 46.2-yard average.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas junior Lisa Morrisey rounds a corner during the women's race. Morrisey was KU's top female finisher in 45th place.

Published on October 28, 2006

The men's pack heads into a gully at the Big 12 Cross Country Championships on Friday at Rim Rock Farm north of Lawrence.

Published on October 28, 2006

Kansas University running back Jon Cornish looks to juke Baylor's Alton Widemon. Cornish ran for 196 yards on 24 carries in Saturday's loss in Waco, Texas.

Published on October 27, 2006

Louisiana-Monroe game

Published on October 26, 2006

Louisiana-Monroe game

Published on October 26, 2006

Louisiana-Monroe game

Published on October 26, 2006

KU Cheerleader doing a toe touch in front of the student section, Northwestern State game

Published on October 26, 2006

Kerry Meier, Northwestern State game

Published on October 26, 2006

Northwestern State game

Published on October 26, 2006

Northwestern State game, celebrating after an early touchdown.

Published on October 26, 2006

Tailgating before the Okla State game - these fans from Wamego & Lawrence have fun win or lose!

Published on October 26, 2006

Anne Beatty (Raleigh, NC) and Jennifer Goetz (Topeka, KS) came back to Lawrence to cheer for the Hawks at Homecoming and perform with the KU Alumni Band.

Published on October 26, 2006

Texas quarterback Colt McCoy returns to the bench after tossing a touchdown pass against Sam Houston State on Sept. 30 in Austin, Texas.

Published on October 26, 2006

KU's Megan Hill, left, tries to block OU's Eliane Santos during game two.

Published on October 26, 2006

Brandon Rush will help put plenty of fans in the seats in Allen Fieldhouse during the 2006-07 season. After that, chances are he'll try to do more of the same at the NBA level.

Published on October 26, 2006

Billy Mills, who attended both Haskell and KANSAS UNIVERSITY before winning a gold medal at the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, speaks at the Kansas Union. Mills will be among the KU track legends to be honored Nov. 1 during a benefit for the Bert Nash Center.

Published on October 26, 2006

Billy Mills poses with a blackboard displaying his school-record times in the three-mile run during his career at Kansas University. Mills set his original mark as a sophomore, then lowered it in back-to-back weeks as an upperclassman before heading into the Meet of Champions in Houston.

Published on October 26, 2006

Mills addresses a crowd at KU's Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 26, 2006

Kansas University's Jana Correa, left, and Emily Brown go after a ball during the first game against Oklahoma. The Sooners defeated the Jayhawks, 3-1, Wednesday in Horejsi Family Athletics Center.

Published on October 26, 2006

Former Kansas University track coach Bob Timmons admires a statue of former discus thrower and Olympian gold medalist Al Oerter. Timmons is the man behind Rim Rock Farm - site of Friday's Big 12 Cross Country Championships - and will be on hand for the "An Evening With KU Track Legends and Friends" fundraiser on Nov. 1.

Published on October 26, 2006

Texas wide receiver Limas Sweed grabs a pass from quarterback Colt McCoy, avoids a defender and scores on a 50-yard play against Baylor on Oct. 14 in Austin, Texas.

Published on October 26, 2006

Kansas University's Julian Wright has become a leader on a team devoid of seniors.

Published on October 25, 2006

Kansas University freshman Darrell Arthur didn't take long to grab the attention of his new teammates, whether by shedding his clothes during Boot Camp or showing off his array of skills on the court.

Published on October 24, 2006

Kansas sophomore Julie Hanley stops a Texas Tech shot during the Jayhawk's home game Sunday afternoon.

Published on October 23, 2006

Kansas University's Lacy Novak, left, and Texas Tech's Ana Morton get physical in the first half. KU beat Tech, 3-0, Sunday.

Published on October 23, 2006

Kansas sophomore Jessica Bush looks for a teammate downfield during the Jayhawks' 3-0 victory over Texas Tech. Bush had a goal in her fifth straight game Sunday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.

Published on October 23, 2006

Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier darts up the field for a Jayhawk touchdown during the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Baylor receiver Dominique Zeigler evades Kansas safety Justin Thornton during the first half of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Falling out of bounds, Kansas defensive back Anthony Webb watches as Baylor receiver Dominique Zeigler dives over the pylon for a touchdown and the lead late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas special teams player Brandon McAnderson wraps up Baylor runningback Carl Sims on a punt return late in the second half of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas receiver Brian Murph hangs his head on the bench as the Jayhawks' lead dwindles in the second half. Murph was removed from the game due to injury after he ran into a video platform while going for a touchdown pass in the third quarter. Back left, is quarterback Kerry Meier who also left the game with an injury.

Published on October 22, 2006

KU quarterback Kerry Meier watches the Jayhawks' collapse from the bench. He came out because of injury at the start of the fourth quarter and didn't return.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas coach Mark Mangino paces the sidelines as the Baylor offense takes over late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas safety Jerome Kemp lunges to stop Baylor runningback Brandon Whittaker during the first half of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas receiver Dexton Fields is caught by Baylor safety Dwain Crawford during the second half of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas receiver Dexton Fields is brought down short of a first down by Baylor cornerback Latif Nurudeen late in the second half of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

A befuddled gathering of Jayhawk fans watches the final moments of KU's fourth straight loss.

Published on October 22, 2006

The Baylor crowd goes wild as receiver Dominique Zeigler is hoisted up in the final minutes of Saturday's game after scoring what proved to be the winning touchdown of their 36-35 comeback win over Kansas at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 22, 2006

Baylor fans go wild on the field following the Bears' comeback. Kansas fell to 0-4 in Waco with the setback.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas quarterback Adam Barmann (7) shows his frustration after being dragged down for a loss late in the fourth quarter of the Jayhawks' 36-35 loss to Baylor. Barmann replaced the injured Kerry Meier for the fourth quarter of KU's disastrous setback Saturday in Waco, Texas.

Published on October 22, 2006

Nebraska's Terrence Nunn, back, watches Texas' Marcus Griffin (26) recover his fumble late in the fourth quarter. The turnover led to the Longhorns' game-winning field goal in their 22-20 victory Saturday in snowy Lincoln, Neb.

Published on October 22, 2006

Texas Tech's Joel Filani, left, celebrates with Eric Morris after a first-half touchdown against Iowa State. The Red Raiders won Saturday's contest, 42-26.

Published on October 22, 2006

Notre Dame cornerback Terrail Lambert, left, intercepts a pass intended for UCLA wide receiver Marcus Everett. Notre Dame pulled out a 20-17 victory Saturday in South Bend, Ind.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas State running Back Leon Patton slips past Missouri's David Overstreet during the first half. The Tigers won the battle of the cats Saturday, earning a 41-21 victory.

Published on October 22, 2006

Kansas receiver Marcus Henry can't get a grip on a pass by quarterback Adam Barmann as Baylor cornerback Anthony Arline pursues on one of the Jayhawks' final attempts to get into field goal range late in the second half.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas athletic director Lew Perkins shakes his head as the game begins to unravel for the Jayhawks in the second half of Saturday's game against the Bears.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas University defensive back Anthony Webb (20) falls out of bounds as Baylor wide receiver Dominique Zeigler dives over the pylon for the game-winning score in the Bears' 36-35 victory over KU. Baylor scored 19 points in the final 91â2 minutes to beat the Jayhawks on Saturday in Waco, Texas.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier (10) darts up the field for a Jayhawk touchdown during the first quarter. KU scored on five of its first six possessions, but was shut out in the second half.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas linebacker James Schermer holds up the recovered football in celebration after the Jayhawks forced a Bears fumble during the second quarter.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas running back Jon Cornish beats Baylor cornerback James Todd, right, to the goal line for a second-quarter touchdown. Cornish finished with 196 yards and two TDs, both in the first half.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas running back Jon Cornish looks to juke Baylor defender Alton Widemon during a long run in the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Bears at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas quarterbacs Kerry Meier, left, and Adam Barmann warm up prior to the start of Saturday's game against Baylor at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas' Afton Sauer heads the ball downfield as Baylor's Anna Schuch trails.

Published on October 21, 2006

Nebraska's Ndamukong Suh (93) is seen during the Huskers' narrow victory over Kansas University on Sept. 30 in Lincoln, Neb. A red-shirt freshman, Suh leads NU in sacks and tackles behind the line of scrimmage.

Published on October 21, 2006

Baylor quarterback Shawn Bell celebrates with fans after leading the Bears to a 34-31, three-overtime victory over Colorado in this Oct. 7 file photo. Bell has completed 63 percent of his passes for 1,928 yards, but has thrown eight interceptions in seven games.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas' Missy Geha (16) and Baylor's Lara Doherty grimace as the ball ricochets between them. KU beat the Bears, 1-0, on Friday.

Published on October 21, 2006

Kansas University junior Russell Robinson speaks to a reporter at the Big 12 Media Day. Robinson joined teammate Sasha Kaun and coach Bill Self for Thursday's event in Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on October 20, 2006

Kansas State coach Bob Huggins holds court with reporters at Big 12 Media Day. Huggins was a popular man during Thursday's event in the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on October 20, 2006

Sophomore guard Mario Chalmers will team with junior Russell Robinson in the Jayhawks' starting backcourt again this season. Chalmers was second on the team in scoring last season and was named Most Outstanding Player of the Big 12 tournament in Dallas.

Published on October 18, 2006

KU football coach Mark Mangino watches during the second half against Oklahoma State on Saturday. KU gave up 42 points - all after halftime.

Published on October 18, 2006

J.R. Giddens left after his sophomore season, in spring 2005, after his involvement in a fight outside a Lawrence bar that left him with stab wounds. He ended up at the University of New Mexico.

Published on October 17, 2006

Micah Downs made it only one semester as a Jayhawk, transferring out in spring 2006 to Gonzaga, reportedly over family issues.

Published on October 17, 2006

Nick Bahe, a walk-on on Bill Self's squad, left for Creighton University in spring 2005, after his sophomore season, in a bid for more playing time.

Published on October 17, 2006

The 6-11 David Padgett transferred to the University of Louisville during the spring semester of 2004 after playing his freshman year at Kansas University.

Published on October 17, 2006

Omar Wilkes began his college career as a KU guard then transferred to Cal after playing sparingly during the 2003-04 season.

Published on October 17, 2006

Alex Galindo, a 6-foot-7, 214-pound swingman transferred to Florida International in spring 2005, leaving KU after one season in order to play closer to his Puerto Rican home.

Published on October 17, 2006

Oklahoma State's Adarius Bowman breaks loose for 54-yard touchdown reception against Kansas. Bowman's 300-yard, four-TD performance Saturday led to his being named Monday the Big 12 Conference offensive player of the week.

Published on October 17, 2006

In this file photo from April, Josh Evans listens to his kindergarten teacher, Linda Browning, before sharing time at Langston Hughes Elementary School. (See older story) Now a first-grader, Josh underwent surgery on Monday in Iowa City, Iowa.

Published on October 17, 2006

Parents, elementary students and even two Kansas University basketball players, Brandon Rush, far left, and Mario Chalmers, at right, take part in a "Journey for Josh." About 200 participants raised $4,000 to help Josh Evans, a first-grader at Langston Hughes School, who has Roberts Syndrome. Josh had major surgery Monday morning in Iowa City, Iowa, at the time of the walk/run benefit.

Published on October 17, 2006

Oklahoma University's Adrian Peterson dives into the end zone to complete a 53-yard touchdown run against Iowa State. Peterson broke his collarbone on the play Saturday and likely will miss the rest of the season. The junior is expected to declare for the NFL Draft following this season, meaning he may have played his last down with the Sooners.

Published on October 17, 2006

Seattle Sonic's MickaÂl Gelabale (15) passes to teammate Nick Collison as the Chicago Bulls defend on Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse. At far left is Kirk Hinrich.

Published on October 16, 2006

The Chicago Bulls fast break against the Seattle Sonics at Allen Fieldhouse on Sunday.

Published on October 16, 2006

Former Kansas standout and current Seattle Sonic Nick Collison posts up agains the Chicago Bulls' Tyrus Thomas.

Published on October 16, 2006

Seattle Sonic's Nick Collison, left, and the Chicago Bulls' P.J. Brown compete for a rebound on Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 16, 2006

Fans of former Kansas stars Kirk Hinrich and Nick Collison, Julie Schoeneck, a Kansas freshman from New Berlin, Wis., right and her mother, Wendy, took turn hoisting a placard honoring the NBA players on Sunday at their homecoming at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 16, 2006

Chicago Bulls' point gaurd Kirk Hinrich takes a seat on the bench, allowing for the backups to compete in the pre-season game against the Seattle Sonics on Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 16, 2006

Chicago's Kirk Hinrich elevates for a shot against Seattle. Hinrich scored 11 points and added four assists in the exhibition game.

Published on October 16, 2006

Kirk Hinrick, left, point guard for the Chicago Bulls, runs through a pick at the baseline on Sunday against the Seattle Sonics at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 16, 2006

Former Kansas standout and current point gaurd for the Chicago Bulls Kirk Hinrich wipes his feet at the start of Sunday's game against Nick Collison and his Seattle Sonics at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 16, 2006

Former Kansas University standout kirk hinrich calls out a play from midcourt in Allen Fieldhouse. Hinrich's Bulls defeated Nick Collison's SuperSonics, 110-105 in overtime, Sunday.

Published on October 16, 2006

The Seattle Sonic's Chris Wilcox (54) elevates for a rebound in the second half agains the Chicago Bulls at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 16, 2006

Seattle Supersonics forward Nick Collison (4) puts a shot up over Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich during a preseason basketball game at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kan., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2006. The two were teammates playing at Kansas.

Published on October 16, 2006

The Chicago Bulls' Kirk Hinrch, a former Kansas standout, rises above the Seattle Sonic defense for a basket.

Published on October 16, 2006

Baylor's Desiree Guilliard-Young tries to block a spike by Kansas' Savannah Noyes during the second game. Kansas played Baylor Saturday night at Horejsi Family Athletic Center.

Published on October 15, 2006

Baylor's Taylor Barnes tries to block a spike by Kansas' Jana Correa during the second game. Kansas played Baylor Saturday night at Horejsi Family Athletic Center.

Published on October 15, 2006

the Kansas University volleyball team celebrates after winning the first game against Baylor. The Jayhawks swept the Bears on Saturday in Horejsi Family Athletics Center.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas' Sherron Collins, left, attempts to block the shot of Mario Chalmers. The scrimmage was part of the Late Night in the Phog festivities Friday in Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas' Wayne Wilder (91) snags OSU quarterback Bobby Reid (14) for a sack in the first half on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 15, 2006

Jayhawks cornerback Aqib Talib, right, stretches to bat the ball away from OSU's Adarius Bowman. It's one of the few balls Bowman didn't catch Saturday: He had 13 catches for 300 yards against KU, a school and Big 12 record.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas'Justin Thornton (46) recovers an OSU fumble on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 15, 2006

OSU's Rodrick Johnson (2) is congratulated by Cowboy fan Lee Redick after beating the Jayhawks, 42-32, on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 15, 2006

OSU's Darnell Smith (50) holds onto Jake Sharp (1) in the second half.

Published on October 15, 2006

OSU quarterback Bobby Reid throws deep for a receiver against Kansas on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 15, 2006

A handful of Cowboys celebrates after intercepting a pass by Kansas' Kerry Meier intended for receiver Brian Murph in the second half. Meier had just the one interception Saturday, but OSU turned it into an insurance score in an eventual 42-32 victory.

Published on October 15, 2006

Oklahoma State's Keith Toston (#5), watches the ball after he fumbled it with the help of KU's Jerome Kemp (#24) in the first half of action.

Published on October 15, 2006

Oklahoma State's Ryan McBean (93) latches onto Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier in the second half. Meier returned from a three-game absence due to injury and threw for 187 yards and rushed for a team-high 70 in the Jayhawks' 42-32 loss Saturday to OSU at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas' Head Football Coach Mark Mangino and the Jayhawks fell apart in the second half, giving up 42 points alone in the half.

Published on October 15, 2006

KU sophomore John Irvine, Leavenworth, watches in disbelief as the Cowboys come back from a 17-0 deficit to defeat the Jayhawks.

Published on October 15, 2006

KU fans from left, brothers Sam and Nick Lochr of Overland Park thought teh Hawks were winners early in the 3rd quater as the celebrated a KU touchdown.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas' Jon Cornish hangs his head in the waning moments of KU's loss to OSU. Cornish had just 10 carries for 55 yards against the Cowboys.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib attempts an interception and collides in the endzone with a referee on the rubber track. Talib, who took a while to get up, returned to the game on the same drive. The referee was uninjured.

Published on October 15, 2006

KU's #29 John Cornish tries to escape the hands of O-State's 30 Grant Jones in the 1st half of action against the Cowboys. O-State went on to whip the Hawks 42-32 Saturday.

Published on October 15, 2006

Oklahoma States #29 Jon Morris heads over the top of the line as KU defenders #91 Wayne Wilder and #33 Devin Jackson stopped the Cowboys on the 2 yd line.

Published on October 15, 2006

KU's #29 John Cornish tries to escape the hands of O-State's 30 Grant Jones in the 1st half of action against the Cowboys. O-State went on to whip the Hawks 42-32 Saturday.

Published on October 15, 2006

#24 Jerome Kemp knocked the ball loose from O-States Quater Back #5 Keith Toston in the 1st half as KU recovered the fumble.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas University's Joe Mortensen, left, tries - unsuccessfully - to catch up to Oklahoma State's Adarius Bowman on the Cowboys' go-ahead touchdown. Bowman had 13 catches for 300 yards and five TDs as the Cowboys came back for a 42-32 victory Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 15, 2006

KU's #3 Aquib Tallib makes a interception in the end of the 1st half of action.

Published on October 15, 2006

Jayhawk fans Phil Bachand, Sarasota, Fla., sophomore, left, Sarah Bachand, Fairway sophomore, and Evan Firner, an Emporia State University senior from Tribune, right, protest a referee's call in the Louisiana-Monroe game. Now a federal judge is being asked to determine whether the shirts that some are wearing - with the words "HAWK FOOTBALL" are legal to sell.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas University football fans cheer during the Jayhawks' early-season victory against Louisiana-Monroe at Memorial Stadium. Sales of athletic apparel is big business in Lawrence, both from licensed and unlicensed vendors. Being able to tell the difference is at the heart of a lawsuit that pits Kansas Athletics Inc. versus Joe-College.com.

Published on October 15, 2006

Kansas' James McClinton (93) and Wayne Wilder (91) stop OSU's Mike Hamilton (29) at the two yard line during the first half of Saturday's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 14, 2006

Kansas' Wayne Wilder runs off the field after stopping the OSU cowboys short of a touch down on the two yard line on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 14, 2006

Kansas' Kerry Meier connects with a receiver against Oklahoma State's on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on October 14, 2006

Kansas' Jerome Kemp, bottom, pops the ball loose from Oklahoma State's Keith Toston, forcing a fumble that the Jayhawks recovered. The turnover set KU up for its second touchdown against the Cowboys.

Published on October 14, 2006

Kansas' Marcus Herford (13) heads for the end zone to score KU's first TD as Oklahoma State's Grant Jones, left, and Martel Van Zant (7) pursue.

Published on October 14, 2006

Seattle's Nick Collison puts up a shot against Sacramento during the 2005-06 season. Collison will return to his college roots Sunday in an exhibition game against the Chicago Bulls at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on October 14, 2006

Kansas University's James Holt, left, tries to block a kick from Kansas State punter Tim Reyer in the fourth quarter of the KU-Kansas State game last fall. Holt was a special-teams regular last season.

Published on October 14, 2006

Kansas University linebacker James Holt (12) and the rest of the Jayhawks make their way from the field following their 21-18 loss to Texas A&M. The start to Holt's season was delayed by injury, but he has begun playing extensively for the Jayhawks at outside linebacker.

Published on October 14, 2006

Oklahoma State cornerback Martel Van Zant, left, signs his answer to a question to interpreter Allie Lee. Van Zant was born deaf and has an interpreter help him in meetings, practices and classes.

Published on October 14, 2006

"Super Sophomores" Brandon Rush, left, Mario Chalmers, center, and Julian Wright

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