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Wichita State athletics beat writer for The Wichita Eagle and @kansasdotcom. Contact me at [email protected]

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Wichita State fans begging for FIBA rules after this goaltending call down the stretch of the Memphis game. Huge swing. Took 2 points off board for WSU and then Memphis nailed a 3 at the other end after.

Wichita State fans begging for FIBA rules after this goaltending call down the stretch of the Memphis game. Huge swing. Took 2 points off board for WSU and then Memphis nailed a 3 at the other end after.

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Tonight was the last men’s basketball game in the legendary career of Mike Kennedy. All of the Wichita State coaches came over to thank him for his service. Kennedy called games when PJ Cousy was playing and now coaching. I think WSU fans all agree with PJ’s message here.

Tonight was the last men’s basketball game in the legendary career of Mike Kennedy. All of the Wichita State coaches came over to thank him for his service. Kennedy called games when PJ Cousy was playing and now coaching. I think WSU fans all agree with PJ’s message here.

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Wichita native Caleb Grill makes his way on to the court at Intrust Bank Arena, a chance to play March Madness in his hometown tomorrow night.

Wichita native Caleb Grill makes his way on to the court at Intrust Bank Arena, a chance to play March Madness in his hometown tomorrow night.

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Think there is a Wichita State influence to Zach Bush in his first year as a head coach at Maize Eagle AD? A little more than 12 years after 'kel made “Redbird” famous, Maize dialed it up earlier today in a win vs. Manhattan. Not a bad recreation from Brayden Myovela.

Think there is a Wichita State influence to Zach Bush in his first year as a head coach at Maize Eagle AD? A little more than 12 years after 'kel made “Redbird” famous, Maize dialed it up earlier today in a win vs. Manhattan. Not a bad recreation from Brayden Myovela.

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That feeling when you’re three wins away from winning the $1 million and don’t have to leave Koch Arena.

That feeling when you’re three wins away from winning the $1 million and don’t have to leave Koch Arena.

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Opening statement from Wichita State coach Paul Mills after 74-64 loss to Kansas City. “I honestly feel bad for Shocker fans having to watch the first 25 minutes of that basketball game because that is not the standard around here. We’ll address it and we’ll get better.”

Opening statement from Wichita State coach Paul Mills after 74-64 loss to Kansas City. “I honestly feel bad for Shocker fans having to watch the first 25 minutes of that basketball game because that is not the standard around here. We’ll address it and we’ll get better.”

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Here’s what AAC POTY PJ Haggerty had to say about the minor dust-up following the handshake line in Memphis’ 83-80 win over Wichita State.

Here’s what AAC POTY PJ Haggerty had to say about the minor dust-up following the handshake line in Memphis’ 83-80 win over Wichita State.

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The AfterShocks are 2 wins away from the $1 million.

The AfterShocks are 2 wins away from the $1 million.

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Final: Wichita State 86, South Florida 85 (Overtime) Shockers build a 15-point lead, fall behind by 13, rally to force overtime, look like they’re going to have to foul and then come up with improbable steal and bucket to win it. Big win for WSU.

Final: Wichita State 86, South Florida 85 (Overtime) Shockers build a 15-point lead, fall behind by 13, rally to force overtime, look like they’re going to have to foul and then come up with improbable steal and bucket to win it. Big win for WSU.

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The Roundhouse is so back.

The Roundhouse is so back.

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The 21-year-old Kansas state track meet record by Jordy Nelson has fallen in the 3A 100. It’s Hayden Catholic Football star Finn Dunshee who blazes to a 10.60 to win the 3A state title.

The 21-year-old Kansas state track meet record by Jordy Nelson has fallen in the 3A 100. It’s Hayden Catholic Football star Finn Dunshee who blazes to a 10.60 to win the 3A state title.

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For one Sunday afternoon at least, it felt like old times at Koch Arena. Shockers going toe to toe with a nationally ranked team in front of a nationally televised audience and coming out on top. First ranked since 2021 for the Shockers in an 84-79 OT win over #14 Memphis.

For one Sunday afternoon at least, it felt like old times at Koch Arena. Shockers going toe to toe with a nationally ranked team in front of a nationally televised audience and coming out on top. First ranked since 2021 for the Shockers in an 84-79 OT win over #14 Memphis.

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Shock, survive and advance. Wichita State pulls off the stunner, 71-65, over Memphis to advance to the AAC tournament quarterfinals.

Shock, survive and advance. Wichita State pulls off the stunner, 71-65, over Memphis to advance to the AAC tournament quarterfinals.

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Wichita State will be in its road black uniforms for this afternoon’s game against No. 2-ranked KU at T-Mobile Center. A handful of players already out on the court warming up for the Shockers here in KC.

Wichita State will be in its road black uniforms for this afternoon’s game against No. 2-ranked KU at T-Mobile Center. A handful of players already out on the court warming up for the Shockers here in KC.

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People forget Henry Thengvall was a 1st team all-state player at KMC Athletics. He showed some why tonight, as he goes 3 for 3 and scores 8 points - much to the delight of the Wichita State crowd. Also special with his grandfather in attendance celebrating his 80th birthday.

People forget Henry Thengvall was a 1st team all-state player at KMC Athletics. He showed some why tonight, as he goes 3 for 3 and scores 8 points - much to the delight of the Wichita State crowd. Also special with his grandfather in attendance celebrating his 80th birthday.

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The nation’s No. 1 pole vaulter just broke his own state meet record by clearing 17 feet, 2 inches. Andover Central Athletics senior Bryce Barkdull has already won another 5A state title. Now it’s a matter of how high he can go. His PR of 17-9 is the best in the country.

The nation’s No. 1 pole vaulter just broke his own state meet record by clearing 17 feet, 2 inches. Andover Central Athletics senior Bryce Barkdull has already won another 5A state title. Now it’s a matter of how high he can go. His PR of 17-9 is the best in the country.

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More than 50 years after leading Drake Basketball to the 1969 Final Four, Dolph Pulliam and a group of 8 die-hard Drake fans who graduated between 1964-74 traveled to Wichita — dressed like Ben McCollum — to watch the Bulldogs win again in March Madness. I’ll have their story.

More than 50 years after leading Drake Basketball to the 1969 Final Four, Dolph Pulliam and a group of 8 die-hard Drake fans who graduated between 1964-74 traveled to Wichita — dressed like Ben McCollum — to watch the Bulldogs win again in March Madness. I’ll have their story.

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Fitting that it comes down to a defensive stop for Kapaun Mt. Carmel to punch its ticket to its fourth straight Class 5A state championship game. It’s Blaise Dalian who delivers the monster block, then KMC Athletics survives the final shot that nearly goes in for a 54-52 win.

Fitting that it comes down to a defensive stop for Kapaun Mt. Carmel to punch its ticket to its fourth straight Class 5A state championship game. It’s Blaise Dalian who delivers the monster block, then KMC Athletics survives the final shot that nearly goes in for a 54-52 win.

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Everyone's talking about that crazy back-door alley-oop K-State ran in overtime last night to beat Michigan State — was it spontaneous or was it scripted? Here's my breakdown on why I think this is a Jerome Tang special and why the play worked against Michigan State's defense 🔊

Everyone's talking about that crazy back-door alley-oop K-State ran in overtime last night to beat Michigan State — was it spontaneous or was it scripted? Here's my breakdown on why I think this is a Jerome Tang special and why the play worked against Michigan State's defense 🔊

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Who says it can't mean something with one-year players? I caught this moment before the game when it was very clear Kenyon Giles was emotional during the senior-day ceremonies at Wichita State. Special bond between KG and Shocker fans, who he credits for helping him find joy.

Who says it can't mean something with one-year players? I caught this moment before the game when it was very clear Kenyon Giles was emotional during the senior-day ceremonies at Wichita State. Special bond between KG and Shocker fans, who he credits for helping him find joy.

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Down goes the nation’s longest winning streak at 57 games. Cheney’s Jack Voth just put the team on his back, batted down a fourth down pass on defense and then scores it here for the stunning victory. Final: Cheney 36, Andale 30 in overtime

Down goes the nation’s longest winning streak at 57 games. Cheney’s Jack Voth just put the team on his back, batted down a fourth down pass on defense and then scores it here for the stunning victory. Final: Cheney 36, Andale 30 in overtime

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The return of Portal Paul.

The return of Portal Paul.

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I will be stunned if this isn’t 10,000 inside Koch Arena. Special, special atmosphere for TBT championship. Largest crowd since the pandemic.

I will be stunned if this isn’t 10,000 inside Koch Arena. Special, special atmosphere for TBT championship. Largest crowd since the pandemic.

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You’re watching history. Maize Eagle AD senior Justin Alan Hanna just broke the Class 6A state meet record by clearing 7 feet, 3.5 inches in the high jump. That is the 2nd-best mark in the whole country this season.

You’re watching history. Maize Eagle AD senior Justin Alan Hanna just broke the Class 6A state meet record by clearing 7 feet, 3.5 inches in the high jump. That is the 2nd-best mark in the whole country this season.

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It’s been a while since the “You don’t want to go to war with the Shockers” chant hit like this. Wichita State one win away from returning to March Madness.

It’s been a while since the “You don’t want to go to war with the Shockers” chant hit like this. Wichita State one win away from returning to March Madness.

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And finally, here’s the 2015-16 team that won a Valley championship and knocked off Arizona in the NCAA Tournament. Ron Baker, Evan Wessel, Shaquille Morris, Zach Bush, JR Simon and Brett Barney all made it back for today’s celebration.

And finally, here’s the 2015-16 team that won a Valley championship and knocked off Arizona in the NCAA Tournament. Ron Baker, Evan Wessel, Shaquille Morris, Zach Bush, JR Simon and Brett Barney all made it back for today’s celebration.

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You are watching the 5th fastest 400 in Kansas history 🔥 Wichita Collegiate’s Timmy Ritchie, just a sophomore, just ran a 47.00 flat to win the 3A title and shatter the state meet record previously held by Garden Plain’s Kurt Paula (48.332) from 2009.

You are watching the 5th fastest 400 in Kansas history 🔥 Wichita Collegiate’s Timmy Ritchie, just a sophomore, just ran a 47.00 flat to win the 3A title and shatter the state meet record previously held by Garden Plain’s Kurt Paula (48.332) from 2009.

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Marcus Keene wants a million.

Marcus Keene wants a million.

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Hard to explain the first 39 minutes. Even harder to explain the last minute. Wichita State thought it had a potential 4-point play here. Instead, just 2 free throws. Shockers down 66-63 in the final seconds.

Hard to explain the first 39 minutes. Even harder to explain the last minute. Wichita State thought it had a potential 4-point play here. Instead, just 2 free throws. Shockers down 66-63 in the final seconds.

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Welcome to the sub-4-minute club, Clay Shively. The Wichita native has been knocking on the door for years now. He finally cracks the code today in Boston with a time of 3:56.96 in the indoor 1-mile race. One of the best runners in Kansas history adds yet another accolade.

Welcome to the sub-4-minute club, Clay Shively. The Wichita native has been knocking on the door for years now. He finally cracks the code today in Boston with a time of 3:56.96 in the indoor 1-mile race. One of the best runners in Kansas history adds yet another accolade.

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After so many summers together, the AfterShocks - Wichita State’s TBT Team are finally getting their chance to play for the $1 million prize and TBT championship. TBT championship 3 pm @ Koch Arena on Sunday.

After so many summers together, the AfterShocks - Wichita State’s TBT Team are finally getting their chance to play for the $1 million prize and TBT championship. TBT championship 3 pm @ Koch Arena on Sunday.

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Life is good for Matt Braeuer. 19 years after leading the Shockers to the Sweet 16 as a player, he’s going back as an assistant coach at Texas Tech — and did it back in his adopted home of Wichita. But his favorite moment? Hugging his twin 3-year-old boys after the victory.

Life is good for Matt Braeuer. 19 years after leading the Shockers to the Sweet 16 as a player, he’s going back as an assistant coach at Texas Tech — and did it back in his adopted home of Wichita. But his favorite moment? Hugging his twin 3-year-old boys after the victory.

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And just for old times' sake.

And just for old times' sake.

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Wichita State ties it, East Carolina wins it. What an ending. Pirates steal this one 75-72 at Koch Arena.

Wichita State ties it, East Carolina wins it. What an ending. Pirates steal this one 75-72 at Koch Arena.

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Longtime Wichita State supporter Jon Markwell getting the VIP treatment from the AfterShocks. No one deserves it more than him. He’s been here since 2019 supporting these guys and well before then for Wichita State.

Longtime Wichita State supporter Jon Markwell getting the VIP treatment from the AfterShocks. No one deserves it more than him. He’s been here since 2019 supporting these guys and well before then for Wichita State.

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Absolute theatre. On the brink of defeat, 𝕭𝖎𝖘𝖍𝖔𝖕 𝕮𝖆𝖗𝖗𝖔𝖑𝖑 𝕬𝖙𝖍𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖎𝖈𝖘 senior Brady Duling somehow comes out with the takedown for a sudden death victory in overtime. You can tell how much it means to Carroll, as Duling joins his father as a state champion in 5A at 150.

Absolute theatre. On the brink of defeat, 𝕭𝖎𝖘𝖍𝖔𝖕 𝕮𝖆𝖗𝖗𝖔𝖑𝖑 𝕬𝖙𝖍𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖎𝖈𝖘 senior Brady Duling somehow comes out with the takedown for a sudden death victory in overtime. You can tell how much it means to Carroll, as Duling joins his father as a state champion in 5A at 150.

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