Relentless Inspiration
A remarkable conversation with the former Southwest Missouri State and WNBA star. A prodigy from an early age in Claflin, KS., Jackie's relentless drive and outsized talent made her a sensation, and allowed her to overcome numerous challenges in her playing, coaching, and professional career. Truly captivating and inspirational!
A Remarkable Sports and Medical Journey
An amazing conversation with the KC native who was an accomplished young athlete who career was derailed by injuries, creating a new path on orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He has worked with the NFL and Chiefs, Sporting KC, the KC current, U.S. Men's national team, while maintaining a thriving private practice. A fascinating story of perseverance and dedication.
A Baseball Journey Large and Small
A delightful conversation with the last living person who played for the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Yankees. The Kansas native played baseball and basketball at Emporia State before his pro baseball career that took him all over the world. Fascinating tales of iconic people and places to enjoy!
Making Winning a Habit
Born and raised in Overland Park, Carl has ticked off box after box of achievement in his own quiet way from his basketball career at K-State to business success, community involvement, and a long stint as the Mayor of his home town.
Dedication, Opportunity, and Hall of Fame Mentors
Still just past his fortieth birthday, the Washburn basketball coach has already packed in a productive playing career, two high major assistant stints, and led two of his own programs. He played for one Hall of Fame coach, and coached for another. A great conversation.
Dancing, Romancing, and Anticipating
A very entertaining time with a great variety in the world of sports. March Madness is perhaps even exceeding it’s billing, we are on the cusp of the Royals season, the Chiefs make a little news, and some golf to mix in.
A Passion for Competition at All Levels
Amiability and intensely driven can be combined in the same package as evidenced by the Kansas City native, who has thrived in everything he has touched from sports to business and more. Fascinating tales well told.
Staying Home and Looking Back
Some views on our frustrations and important obligations in this
time of coronavirus complications, and with the first empty weekend of
no NCAA Tournament just behind us, first hand memories of tourneys past.
Finishing Strong, Starting Fast, and Slights Rays Of Sunshine
A local sports weekend of great fulfillment for Kansas, great promise for
Sporting, an upturn for Missouri, and a small slice of joy for Kansas State. Plus a
golf story that raises a greater issue.
Status Quo Means Different Things
It was a vital Big 12 game with national ramifications as Kansas and Baylor met.
So, of course, it was the Jayhawks who came up extra large. Meanwhile, trends of
different types continued for Missouri and Kansas State. And alas, the long dormant
sport of boxing got a hype boost.