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🏊♀️ Kansas Climbs One Spot on Day Three of the 2023 Big 12 Swimming and Diving Championships
AUSTIN, Texas – The Kansas swimming and diving group moved up one spot within the standings Friday night time within the 2023 Large 12 Swimming and Diving Championships on the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Middle.
There have been 5 swimming occasions together with one diving occasion, with every occasion holding prelims within the morning.
After the prelims ended, the primary occasion that the group swam in was the 100 butterfly, the place Kansas noticed two swimmers compete within the championship last. Senior Autumn Looney raced to a time of 53.55, inserting fourth and incomes 15 factors. Sophomore Lezli Sisung adopted go well with, ending the race in 54.87 seconds, touchdown in eighth and incomes 11 factors.
The following race was the 400 particular person medley, with two freshman Jayhawks qualifying for the championship last. Freshman Hailey Farrell earned 14 factors, ending in fifth with a time of 4:21.66 and Aidan Howze positioned eighth and earned 11 factors, ending in 4:26.47.
Within the 200 freestyle, junior Ellie Wehrmann was the one Jayhawk that certified for the championship last, racing to a time of 1:49.66 and incomes 11 factors in eighth place. Junior Claudia Dougan (1:48.49) and sophomore Eleni Kotzamanis took the highest two spots within the comfort finals, with Dougan incomes 9 factors and Kotzamanis incomes seven.
The 100 breaststroke was the one championship last {that a} Jayhawk didn’t qualify for. Nonetheless, freshman Molly Robinson positioned first within the comfort last in 1:02.79, incomes 9 factors. Junior Emma Walker completed third, ending in 1:04.03 to earn six factors.
The spotlight of the night time was the 100-meter backstroke championship last. Each swimmer that raced within the championship last completed in 54 seconds, with the distinction being by milliseconds. Sisung positioned second, racing to a time of 54.23 seconds, incomes a team-high 17 factors. Senior Dewi Blose continued her success this week, inserting sixth in 54.67 seconds, incomes 13 factors.
The final occasion of the night was the 200-meter freestyle relay. The group of Blose, Looney, Dougan and senior Keyla Brown raced to a fifth-place end, ending with a time of 1:32.69 and incomes 28 factors.
On the diving facet, freshman Lize van Leeuwen certified for the three-meter diving championship finals. She scored a personal-best 316.65, incomes Kansas 12 factors. Within the comfort finals, freshman Gabriela San Juan Carmona positioned first, scoring a personal-best 308.80 and incomes eight factors.
CURRENT STANDINGS
- Texas – 751
- Iowa State – 383
- TCU – 375
- Kansas – 356
- West Virginia – 335
UP NEXT
Kansas will conclude its season tomorrow, because it competes within the last day of the 2023 Large 12 Swimming and Diving Championships.
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Titans Could Land Chiefs Star Defender
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The Tennessee Titans spent a whole lot of money last offseason, addressing both sides of the ball in a free-agent frenzy.
One of the Titans’ signees was linebacker Kenneth Murray, who was viewed as a rather questionable addition from the start.
Well, now here we are in late 2024, and the Murray acquisition is largely considered a disaster.
As a result, Tennessee could stand to add another inside linebacker heading into the offseason, so why not pursue Kansas City Chiefs star Nick Bolton?
Bolton is one of the best inside linebackers in the NFL and has registered 106 tackles, three sacks, a forced fumble, a couple of fumble recoveries and six passes defended this season.
However, due to the Chiefs’ rather tenuous financial situation, it may prove difficult for Kansas City to bring the experienced defender back into the fold.
That opens the door for the Titans, who are set to enter free agency with solid cap room and can certainly afford to add Bolton.
Remember: inside linebackers are no longer valued like they once were, so they don’t typically make big money on the open market. That means Tennessee may be able to land Bolton on a palatable multi-year deal, and that would be a significant boon to the Titans’ defense.
Bolton joined the professional ranks as a second-round pick of the Chiefs in 2021 and immediately established himself as a force, posting 112 tackles during his rookie campaign.
The following year, the 24-year-old was even better, racking up 180 tackles, a pair of sacks and two interceptions.
Bolton has also been a member of two Super Bowl-winning Kansas City squads, so he brings ample big-game experience to the table.
While offense is certainly a bigger issue for Tennessee, it needs to address its defense, as well, and Bolton would represent a major get.
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'We'll prevail again this year': Kansas City illuminates City Hall Menorah, celebrating Hanukkah
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas alongside local Jewish leaders Thursday night illuminated the City Hall Menorah to celebrate Hanukkah.
“We are reminded that we all have beloved traditions and even share cultural themes and values in common,” said Neta Meltzer, the interim executive director for the American Jewish Committee. “We all share this community and each of our thriving is tied to, and dependent on the thriving of others.”
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Across the globe, 15.7 million Jews are celebrating Hanukkah, known as the “Festival of Lights.” In Hebrew, Hanukkah translates to “dedication.” The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.
In 164 BC, a group of Jewish fighters, Maccabees, at the command of Judah of Maccabees engaged in battle with the Greek army, which captured the city of Jerusalem in 200 BC.
Judah and his fighters took back the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. They attempted to re-light their menorah, a then oil-based candelabra, used in Jewish worship.
The fighters found there was only enough oil to hold light for one day. In a miracle, the menorah remained lit for eight days.
Jews commemorate ancestral efforts in the annual Hanukkah holiday, celebrating freedom from injustice.
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“The Jews have absolutely become a resilient people. Certainly back in the times of Hanukkah but so many different times during our history,” explained Jay Lewis, the president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City. “Now today and in the post-October 7th world, there is rising anti-semitism. Our resilience gets tested again and Hanukkah is a good reminder we are resilient, we are a strong people, and we prevailed many times and we’ll prevail again this year.”
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The 2024 Menorah Lighting celebration at Kansas City’s City Hall has only taken place a handful of times. This year, it symbolizes the Jewish community’s presence in the Metro.
“We started it to make sure everybody knew they were welcome, from all faith communities in Kansas City. But certainly for our Jewish sisters and brothers, that you knew you always have a home here at City Hall,” Mayor Lucas told those in attendance.
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For the first time since 2005, the first night of Hanukkah fell on Dec. 25, Christmas Day. Since 1900, the holiday’s first night has fallen on Christmas five times: 1910, 1921, 1959, 2005, and now 2024.
Judaism follows the 354-day-long lunar calendar, following the length of time it takes for the moon to revolve around the sun.
Hanukkah lasts eight nights. The shorter lunar calendar means each year, the holiday starts 11 days earlier and can begin as early as Thanksgiving.
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“It’s a beautiful metaphor that Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa are all right here at the same time. They’re all about light, warmth, and bringing more light into the world. The Jewish community feels totally integrated in the Kansas City Community,” added Lewis. “It’s not this way in every city. In Kansas City, we have multiple religions and cultures that can all be intertwined the way Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah are. The fact we can be inside City Hall having this kind of celebration, I don’t think it gets any better than that.”
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Lewis says Jewish communities have remained safe in history during times of strife through their healthy relationship with elected officials and the government.
Thursday night’s display offered Marcee Levin, an Overland Park native, the chance to become more connected in her hometown.
“I just moved back home after being gone for 40 years,” Levin said. “This ceremony shows strength. Having city hall sponsor this shows the Jewish community in Kansas City is so strong and tight-knit.”
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The first night of Hanukkah was Dec. 25 and the final night is Jan. 2. The 12-foot blue menorah located outside City Hall will illuminate a new candle each night of Hanukkah at 7 p.m.
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Kansas State Alternate Uniforms In Rate Bowl Draw Mixed Reactions From Fans
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The Kansas State Wildcats decided to switch things up a bit by wearing alternate uniforms for Thursday’s Rate Bowl against Rutgers in Phoenix.
The biggest difference was trading in silver for a white helmet. While most fans liked the look, there were some who weren’t impressed. They felt the Wildcats unis were fine as they were.
Kansas State is going to contend for a Big 12 title next year. Also, they should keep these unis.
— Jay Elliot Coburn (@JayCoburn816) December 26, 2024 I can’t lie, silver to white is pretty much negligible in my eyes, especially from a distance. Glad we let the seniors get what they want but it’s not significant or flashy enough for me to notice from a glance
— ArlynTheAwesome (@ArlynDaAwesome) December 26, 2024
Many were more concerned with the Wildcats’ bad luck wearing new digs. They entered having lost the previous four games in a different uniform. It didn’t help K-State trailed 27-17 at halftime to make more fans dislike the new look.
Kansas State has one of the best uniforms in the sport with the silver pants and helmet. Why would you ever go away from that?
— Adam Drovetta (@ADrovetta) December 26, 2024 The normal home @KStateFB uniforms are so clean. Why would you change the silver to white for the bowl game?!?!
— Shawn Crull (@illini3sc) December 26, 2024
Here are some first-half highlights:
RUTGERS 27 – WILDCATS 17
Rutgers added to their lead with a field goal after picking off Wildcats quarterback Johnson.
RUTGERS 24 – WILDCATS 17
Raymond rushes for another touchdown with a 24-yard run to regain the lead.
RUTGERS 17 – WILDCATS 17
Jayce Brown’s 34-yard rush set up a Dylan Edwards touchdown reception. The offense gets creative utilizing receivers in the run game and the backs coming out the backfield.
RUTGERS 17 – WILDCATS 10
Running back Raymond’s 65-yard run sets up the score by Ja’shon Benjamin.
RUTGERS 10 – WILDCATS 10
The Scarlet Knight failed to capitalize on Ian Strong’s 60-yard reception, and instead have to settle for a field goal to start the second quarter.
RUTGERS 7 – WILDCATS 10
Avery Johnson caps off a Wildcats touchdown drive with a red zone rush. He connected with top receiver Jayce Brown.
RUTGERS 7 – WILDCATS 3
Rutgers running back Antwan Raymond put the Scarlet Knights up 7-3 midway through the first quarter. A few big runs by quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis highlighted the touchdown drive.
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