January 2025

Sports Calendar

January 25 through February 2, All times Central NOTE: All competitions are subject to change. Check with www.thekansan.com, the Kansan sports X page (@nksports) and… Login to continue reading Login…

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The rise of women’s flag football in Kansas

In recent years, women’s flag football has experienced an unprecedented rise in Kansas, transforming the state’s sports landscape and providing young female athletes with new opportunities to showcase their skills. While traditionally dominated by male players, the sport is seeing increasing popularity among high school and college-aged women, spurred on by changing attitudes toward gender in sports, growing grassroots efforts, and greater institutional support. This article explores the factors contributing to the rise of women’s flag football in Kansas and the broader implications for the state’s athletic community.

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Kelly-Toland Administration Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Accolade for GAF’s Expansion in Newton

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Monday that Kansas has received a 2024 Deal of the Year Impact Award from Business Facilities magazine in the Building Supply Manufacturing category. The award recognizes the planned commissioning of a new $300 million shingle plant in Newton by GAF, a Standards Industries company and North America’s largest manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing products.

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