May 13

KU women bag seven wins, place second at Big 12 Outdoor

MANHATTAN — The opportunity to net any and all team points consumed the Kansas women’s team Sunday at the Big 12 Outdoor.
So much so, senior Rebeka Stowe loitered around the track for just a few minutes in order to try a grueling double.
After cla… Continue reading

May 12

Jumpers propel KU on Day 2 of Outdoor

MANHATTAN — Francine Simpson grew up in Jamaica, which means she grew up in a country of sprinters.
Jamaicans are known for this, Usain Bolt and all. But Simpson, a junior at Kansas, always dreamed of taking a different path to the Olympic Games.
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May 10

Strong field converges for Big 12 track

MANHATTAN — When Nebraska last crossed a Big 12 finish line, it signaled a void in track and field.
To long-time Kansas State coach Cliff Rovelto, a healthy rivalry was lost. So too was a personal connection with Huskers coach Gary Pepin, who once co… Continue reading