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COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Briar Cliff goes 2-0 on Saturday – Sioux City Journal

COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Briar Cliff goes 2-0 on Saturday  Sioux City Journal

PERU, Neb. — The Briar Cliff women’s volleyball team wrapped up the Peru State Bobcat Fall Classic with a pair of sweeps on Saturday to finish the weekend a …

Women’s soccer falls to 1-1-1 after shutout tie and road loss – Western Courier

Women’s soccer falls to 1-1-1 after shutout tie and road loss  Western Courier

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Western Illinois women’s soccer team played two games over the three-day weekend, picking up a 0-0 draw to Indiana University …

SIUE introduces Hall as new director of athletics – STLtoday.com

SIUE introduces Hall as new director of athletics  STLtoday.com

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville recently introduced Tim Hall as the eighth director of athletics in university history, according to a press release.

Women’s soccer prepares for weekend road trip double-header – Western Courier

Women’s soccer prepares for weekend road trip double-header  Western Courier

MACOMB, Ill. — The Western Illinois women’s soccer team kicks off a two-game road trip tonight when the take on the Indiana University – Purdue University …

UMKC hires Texas Longhorns assistant as its new head softball coach – Kansas City Star

UMKC hires Texas Longhorns assistant as its new head softball coach  Kansas City Star

Kerry Shaw will take over the UMKC Kangaroos softball program as head coach, the school announced Tuesday. Shaw replaces Meredith Neal, who along with …

Royals 2020 schedule – 610 Sports Radio

Royals 2020 schedule  610 Sports Radio

The Kansas City Royals have released their 2020 schedule and will open against the White Sox on March 26th. The Royals home opener will be on Thursday …

The True Son Podcast – Mizzou Football Preview with Peter Burns of SEC Network – 610 Sports Radio

The True Son Podcast – Mizzou Football Preview with Peter Burns of SEC Network  610 Sports Radio

BK is joined by Peter Burns of the SEC Network to preview Mizzou’s season. Peter explains why he sees Mizzou as a dark-horse contender in the SEC East, and …

Iowa State golfer from New Zealand wins 100th Kansas Women’s Amateur – Wichita Eagle

Iowa State golfer from New Zealand wins 100th Kansas Women’s Amateur  Wichita Eagle

New Zealand native and University of Iowa golfer Alanna Campbell won the 100th Kansas Women’s Amateur Tuesday at Prairie Dunes Country Club in …

Former BYU guard Hardnett decides on UMKC as his next stop – Daily Herald

Former BYU guard Hardnett decides on UMKC as his next stop  Daily Herald

Jahshire Hardnett has found another home. The former Cougar guard announced on social media that he has committed to the University of Missouri-Kansas …

Kangaroos to drop two sports, will enter Summit League with 14 – Kansas City Star

Kangaroos to drop two sports, will enter Summit League with 14  Kansas City Star

This will be the final year for men’s tennis and women’s golf at the University of Missouri-Kansas CIty. After the 2019-20 school year, Kansas City will offer 14 …

Hall is Named SIUE Director of Athletics – RiverBender.com

Hall is Named SIUE Director of Athletics  RiverBender.com

EDWARDSVILLE – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor Randy Pembrook today named Tim Hall as the eighth director of athletics in University.

Martin Maldonado traded – 610 Sports Radio

Martin Maldonado traded  610 Sports Radio

The Kansas City Royals traded catcher Martin Maldonado in game for former Royals first round pick.

UMKC Rebrands For More Local Appeal – Front Office Sports

UMKC Rebrands For More Local Appeal  Front Office Sports

For help creating a brand identity with stronger and more local appeal, the athletic department at the University of Missouri-Kansas City turned to Old Hat.

EXCLUSIVE AUDIO: Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill Heard Denying Domestic Assault on Fiancee – 610 Sports Radio

EXCLUSIVE AUDIO: Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill Heard Denying Domestic Assault on Fiancee  610 Sports Radio

A new audio recording reveals for the first time publicly Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill denying a 2014 domestic violence incident with his …

Kangaroos’ hoop recruiting class grows by two – Kansas City Star

Kangaroos’ hoop recruiting class grows by two  Kansas City Star

Kansas City first-year coach Billy Donlon announced the signings of two players, bringing the Kangaroos’ recruiting class to eight: Franck Kamgain a transfer …

An athletic brand shift away from UMKC: That’s Kansas City, or KC Roos, to you – Kansas City Star

An athletic brand shift away from UMKC: That’s Kansas City, or KC Roos, to you  Kansas City Star

University of Kansas City is following other schools in a brand shift for athletic teams. No more UMKC. The school wants its teams called Kansas City or KC Roos …

Izzo: The Summit League is stable, for now – INFORUM

Izzo: The Summit League is stable, for now  INFORUM

Two summers ago, Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI) announced it was leaving the league and joining the Horizon League, who’s …

Why did UMKC return to the Summit League? It’s all about location, location, location – Kansas City Star

Why did UMKC return to the Summit League? It’s all about location, location, location  Kansas City Star

University of Missouri-Kansas City is returning to the conference it left six years ago. The Kangaroos will join the Summit League in 2020, and school and league …

ANALYSIS: UMKC to Rejoin Summit League in 2020 – 247Sports

ANALYSIS: UMKC to Rejoin Summit League in 2020  247Sports

What’s old is new again as Missouri-Kansas City returns to the Summit League for the 2020-2021 season. What does that mean for the Bison and the Summit …

UMKC set for return to Summit League in 2020-21 – KSHB

UMKC set for return to Summit League in 2020-21  KSHB

UMKC has announced it will be switching athletic conferences. The Kangaroos will join the Summit League before the 2020-21 school year.

University of Missouri-Kansas City Kangaroos Introduce New Logo – SportsLogos.Net News

University of Missouri-Kansas City Kangaroos Introduce New Logo  SportsLogos.Net News

The University of Missouri-Kansas City unveiled a new primary logo on Thursday morning that illustrates “elements of strength, determination and a commitment …

UMKC coach was accused of sexual harassment. Now he’s fired because of team’s record – Kansas City Star

UMKC coach was accused of sexual harassment. Now he’s fired because of team’s record  Kansas City Star

Greg Bachkora, the University of Missouri-Kansas City assistant women’s softball coach accused of sexual harassment by former players, was terminated along …

Area Volleyball: Monmouth-Rosevilles Gillen to play for UMKC – Monmouth Daily Review Atlas

Area Volleyball: Monmouth-Rosevilles Gillen to play for UMKC  Monmouth Daily Review Atlas

Playing club gave me the opportunity to learn from high-level coaches, play with extremely-talented athletes from opposing schools, and to continue to push the …

Billy Donlon’s first recruiting class for UMKC basketball grows to four – Kansas City Star

Billy Donlon’s first recruiting class for UMKC basketball grows to four  Kansas City Star

The men’s basketball recruiting class for UMKC Kangaroos first-year coach Billy Donlon has grown to four with the announcement of two signees on …

UMKC grad transfer Danny Dixon picks N.C. State – The Fayetteville Observer

UMKC grad transfer Danny Dixon picks N.C. State  The Fayetteville Observer

N.C. State bolstered its frontcourt with a commitment from University of Missouri-Kansas City graduate transfer Danny Dixon on Tuesday.Dixon, a 6-foot-10, …

UMKC’s Schellhardt, and players from KU, K-State, Mizzou, prep for NCAA golf regionals – Kansas City Star

UMKC’s Schellhardt, and players from KU, K-State, Mizzou, prep for NCAA golf regionals  Kansas City Star

The UMKC men’s golf team has accomplished a lot this season, and the Kangaroos are hoping their good run continues this month in the NCAA regionals.

UMKC lands Clemson transfer Javan White, who is immediately eligible for next season – Kansas City Star

UMKC lands Clemson transfer Javan White, who is immediately eligible for next season  Kansas City Star

Billy Donlon and UMKC landed an impact center on Wednesday in Clemson transfer Javan White. White previously played at Oral Roberts, where he was one of …

Lanphier grad Xavier Bishop transferring to Montana State – The State Journal-Register

Lanphier grad Xavier Bishop transferring to Montana State  The State Journal-Register

BOZEMAN, Montana — Lanphier High School graduate Xavier Bishop, a 5-foot-8 guard who played basketball the last three years at the University of Missouri at …

Struggle Meals: 5 Tips for Staying Full on a College Budget – University News | – University News

Struggle Meals: 5 Tips for Staying Full on a College Budget – University News |  University News

It’s no secret that college students are broke–like, really broke. Balancing tuition, rent, utilities, groceries and gas on a part-time or entry-level salary feels nearly …

UMKC women’s basketball coach happy with support after critical fashion tweet – Kansas City Star

UMKC women’s basketball coach happy with support after critical fashion tweet  Kansas City Star

UMKC second-year women’s basketball coach Jacie Hoyt got support from those she didn’t know on social media after a tweet surfaced suggesting her blue …

Chiefs 2019 Schedule – 610 Sports Radio

Chiefs 2019 Schedule  610 Sports Radio

The Kansas City Chiefs have released their 2019 schedule wit.

Chiefs preseason schedule – 610 Sports Radio

Chiefs preseason schedule  610 Sports Radio

The Kansas City Chiefs have announced their 2019 preseason schedule:

How UMKC is dealing with 11 players in the transfer portal – 247Sports

How UMKC is dealing with 11 players in the transfer portal  247Sports

The University of Missouri-Kansas City has a new coach. His first task: Convince 11 players to exit the transfer portal. It’s a look at a new era in college …

Royals 25 man roster – 610 Sports Radio

Royals 25 man roster  610 Sports Radio

Opening day was Thursday and 610 Sports Radio had some fun:

Billy Donlon will draw from his Northwestern, Michigan days to build UMKC basketball – Kansas City Star

Billy Donlon will draw from his Northwestern, Michigan days to build UMKC basketball  Kansas City Star

UMKC introduced its new men’s basketball coach, Billy Donlon, to the public on Friday and he plans to lead the program by drawing from his experience at …

UMKC picks Northwestern assistant to replace Kareem Richardson as basketball coach – Kansas City Star

UMKC picks Northwestern assistant to replace Kareem Richardson as basketball coach  Kansas City Star

The UMKC Kangaroos plan to hire Northwestern assistant and former Wright State head coach Billy Donlon to replace Kareem Richardson as the leader of its …

UMKC expected to hire Northwestern assistant as next men’s basketball coach – WDAF FOX4 Kansas City

UMKC expected to hire Northwestern assistant as next men’s basketball coach  WDAF FOX4 Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — University of Missouri-Kansas City is expected to announce Billy Donlon as their new men’s basketball head coach. He’ll replace Kareem …

UMKC, seeking to increase sports donors, creates an athletic fund – Kansas City Star

UMKC, seeking to increase sports donors, creates an athletic fund  Kansas City Star

UMKC has created an fundraising arm for athletics. The Roo Athletic Fund will help support scholarships and facilities for UMKC athletics.

Illinois Basketball: Xavier Bishop would be an intriguing option for the Illini – Writing Illini

Illinois Basketball: Xavier Bishop would be an intriguing option for the Illini  Writing Illini

The Illinois basketball team needs to add players for the future. Xavier Bishop would be an intriguing option for the Illini.

UMKC parts ways with men’s basketball coach – KSHB

UMKC parts ways with men’s basketball coach  KSHB

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The University of Missouri-Kansas City has decided to part ways with men’s basketball coach Kareem Richardson. Director of Athletics …

9 Candidates to Replace Kareem Richardson at UMKC – HERO Sports

9 Candidates to Replace Kareem Richardson at UMKC  HERO Sports

Kareem Richardson is out at UMKC. On Thursday evening, hours after UMKC lost to Utah Valley in the WAC Tournament, KSHB-TV in Kansas City reported that …

Sports UMKC will fire men’s basketball coach Kareem RIchardson 41 Action News Staff 10:22 PM – KSHB

Sports UMKC will fire men’s basketball coach Kareem RIchardson 41 Action News Staff 10:22 PM  KSHB

University of Missouri-Kansas City men’s basketball coach Kareem Richardson will be fired after leading the Kangaroos to five losing seasons in six years with …

MU tennis falls to Florida, beats UMKC – The Maneater

MU tennis falls to Florida, beats UMKC  The Maneater

It was a turbulent Sunday for Mizzou tennis (11-5, 0-4 SEC), who couldn’t find a win over SEC opponent Florida (6-5, 3-1 SEC). A win would’ve over the Gators …

University rolls out new marketing campaign, “UMKC grads are everywhere” – University News | – University News

University rolls out new marketing campaign, “UMKC grads are everywhere” – University News |  University News

Bright yellow kangaroo crossing signs now adorn the streets of Kansas City. Seeing as there have been no recent escapes from the Kansas City Zoo, you are …

Missouri tennis falls to Florida, beats UMKC – Columbia Missourian

Missouri tennis falls to Florida, beats UMKC  Columbia Missourian

The Tigers lost a long and draining match against Florida, but were able to rebound with a 4-0 victory against UMKC.

Special things can happen for this senior-led Kansas State basketball team – Kansas City Star

Special things can happen for this senior-led Kansas State basketball team  Kansas City Star

Powered by a trio of seniors, the Kansas State Wildcats defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 68-53 to share the Big 12 men’s basketball championship with Texas …

Kansas’ amazing streak of 14 Big 12 championships comes to an end, with a thud – Kansas City Star

Kansas’ amazing streak of 14 Big 12 championships comes to an end, with a thud  Kansas City Star

The Kansas Jayhawks’ streak of 14 consecutive Big 12 basketball championships came to an end in a 81-68 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners on Tuesday night.

UMKC ‘Roo’ signs cause concern from some city officials – WDAF FOX4 Kansas City

UMKC ‘Roo’ signs cause concern from some city officials  WDAF FOX4 Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s tough to navigate downtown Kansas City, Missouri without running across a “Roo.” On Tuesday, University of Missouri-Kansas City’s ad …

A glimpse inside Kasey the Kangaroo, UMKC’s mascot – University News | – University News

A glimpse inside Kasey the Kangaroo, UMKC’s mascot – University News |  University News

The mascot is one person who rarely gets attention, but on the sidelines of games and events the Kangaroo serves as UMKC’s biggest hype man. Inside Kasey …

Kangaroo Crossing: new traffic-style signs pop up around Kansas City in UMKC campaign – KSHB

Kangaroo Crossing: new traffic-style signs pop up around Kansas City in UMKC campaign  KSHB

UMKC began installing Kangaroo Crossing signs in random places around Kansas City last month. The signs are part of a marketing campaign to highlight the …

It’s a different Big 12 basketball race with Kansas pursuing first-place Kansas State – Kansas City Star

It’s a different Big 12 basketball race with Kansas pursuing first-place Kansas State  Kansas City Star

It’s late in the Big 12 men’s basketball season, and a team from Kansas is atop the standings. It’s not the Kansas Jayhawks, but the Kansas State Wildcats.

Losses pile up for Missouri, but the effort is there. An evening with the Tigers – Kansas City Star

Losses pile up for Missouri, but the effort is there. An evening with the Tigers  Kansas City Star

The Missouri Tigers dropped a 66-58 decision to the fourth-ranked Kentucky Wildcats, but Mizzou closed a 20-point deficit to six in second half and continued …

UMKC basketball retires Michael Watson’s jersey number – KSHB

UMKC basketball retires Michael Watson’s jersey number  KSHB

Former University of Missouri-Kansas City men’s basketball player Michael Watson, whose jersey was retired Saturday during a halftime ceremony, is a living …

Hall Of Fame defensive backs coach Emmitt Thomas retires – 610 Sports Radio

Hall Of Fame defensive backs coach Emmitt Thomas retires  610 Sports Radio

The Kansas City Chiefs announced defense back coach and Hall Of Famer Emitt Thomas has retired. Thomas.

Chiefs Training Camp – 610 Sports Radio

Chiefs Training Camp  610 Sports Radio

The Kansas City Chiefs have reached an agreement to train in St. Joe once again this year for the 10th consecutive year:

Las Vegas-born mid-major obsession takes the next step – Mid-Major Madness

Las Vegas-born mid-major obsession takes the next step  Mid-Major Madness

UMKC gave the royal treatment to its most famous fans. Can it help jump start an on-campus frenzy?

UMKC invites super fans to Swinney for men’s basketball game – KSHB

UMKC invites super fans to Swinney for men’s basketball game  KSHB

There are fans. Then, there are super fans, like the group from Chicago that found its way to the Swinney Recreation Center for Saturday’s 63-54 comeback win …

Women’s basketball starts strong with third place WAC ranking – University News | – University News

Women’s basketball starts strong with third place WAC ranking – University News |  University News

Stellar three-point shooting and good play from the bench have the UMKC women’s basketball team in third place in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) …

Men’s basketball back in action against UMKC following 10-day break – Central Michigan Life

Men’s basketball back in action against UMKC following 10-day break  Central Michigan Life

It was 10 days ago the Central Michigan men’s basketball team last touched the floor at McGuirk Arena. Related Stories. CMUFootballSept14-17.jpg …

Brian Agler Named Head Coach of the Dallas Wings – WNBA.com – Official Site of the WNBA – PortlandFire.com

Brian Agler Named Head Coach of the Dallas Wings – WNBA.com – Official Site of the WNBA  PortlandFire.com

The Dallas Wings have hired two-time WNBA Champion Brian Agler to serve as the team’s head coach, the organization announced today. Agler joins the …

Thank you notes, many of them, would be appropriate for Bill Snyder – The Kansas City Star

Thank you notes, many of them, would be appropriate for Bill Snyder  The Kansas City Star

Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder retired after 27 seasons. Snyder, the architect of one of the greatest turnarounds in college football history, often wrote …

Kansas introduces Les Miles and credibility to its football program – The Kansas City Star

Kansas introduces Les Miles and credibility to its football program  The Kansas City Star

The Kansas Jayhawks hired former LSU coach Les Miles as their next football coach and he brings the credibility of a coach who has won a national …

UMKC hires Brandon Martin, formerly of Cal State Northridge, as athletic director – The Kansas City Star

UMKC hires Brandon Martin, formerly of Cal State Northridge, as athletic director  The Kansas City Star

Brandon Martin, formerly of California State University Northridge, will become the new athletic director at UMKC, the school will announce on Wednesday.

UMKC to announce new athletic director – 41 Action News Kansas City

UMKC to announce new athletic director  41 Action News Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kangaroos have a new captain. Wednesday morning on campus at UMKC, the school will announce the hiring of Dr. Brandon Martin …

Tarin Smith provides boost as UConn men run past UMKC – Hartford Courant

Tarin Smith provides boost as UConn men run past UMKC  Hartford Courant

The UConn men improved to 2-0 after blowing out UMKC on Sunday at Gampel Pavilion. A balanced scoring output for the Huskies was led by Tarin Smith (22 …

Iowa basketball: Joe Wieskamp shines as Hawks beats UMKC – Dear Old Gold

Iowa basketball: Joe Wieskamp shines as Hawks beats UMKC  Dear Old Gold

It was a little closer than expected, but the Iowa basketball team won their season opener, and freshman Joe Wieskamp was a bright star in his first game.

Women’s Basketball tips off season with exhibition game – University News | – University News

Women’s Basketball tips off season with exhibition game – University News |  University News

The UMKC women’s basketball team tipped off for the first time on Friday, hosting the Bearcats of Southwest Baptist University. The teams dominated, winning …

Josh Sash – Tyler’s brother – coaches Thursday at Iowa with UMKC – The Gazette

Josh Sash – Tyler’s brother – coaches Thursday at Iowa with UMKC  The Gazette

Josh Sash said coaching in Carver-Hawkeye Arena Thursday night will be “a little bittersweet for me.” The assistant men’s basketball coach at Missouri-Kansas …

Return to Pouch of Ouch: UMKC Kangaroos basketball teams to play on campus again – Kansas City Star

Return to Pouch of Ouch: UMKC Kangaroos basketball teams to play on campus again  Kansas City Star

UMKC junior forward Jordan Giles has played in home games at Municipal Auditorium where the visitors seemed to outnumber the home fans. “It sounded that …

Explore UMKC’s dark past on a haunted campus tour – University News | – University News

Explore UMKC’s dark past on a haunted campus tour – University News |  University News

UMKC is rich in history — and has its fair share of ghost stories. There’s an easy way to learn all about it via the Haunted UMKC Tour. “There are two things for …

Student Voices: Open Mic Night at the Student Union – University News | – University News

Student Voices: Open Mic Night at the Student Union – University News |  University News

What sound does a kangaroo make? According to Google, it’s some kind of clucking, but. at the Student Union’s Open Mic Night on Sept. 18, Roos were making …

UMKC men’s basketball moving home games to campus this season – 41 Action News Kansas City

UMKC men’s basketball moving home games to campus this season  41 Action News Kansas City

The University of Missouri-Kansas City men’s basketball team will have true home-court advantage this season, playing more than half of their home games at …

Breaking Down the Men’s Basketball Non-Conference Schedule – Loyola Phoenix

Breaking Down the Men’s Basketball Non-Conference Schedule  Loyola Phoenix

The Loyola men’s basketball team is set to play eight home games during the 2018-19 season, according to a press release. The Ramblers are also scheduled.

Former Mizzou AD Mike Alden to advise UMKC athletics – The Kansas City Star

Former Mizzou AD Mike Alden to advise UMKC athletics  The Kansas City Star

Former Missouri athletic director Mike Alden, who served as a consultant for UMKC athletics in recent months, has a new role at the university. Alden will serve …

Chancellor: UMKC Athletics Needs ‘Working Blueprint’ For Future Before AD Search – KCUR

Chancellor: UMKC Athletics Needs ‘Working Blueprint’ For Future Before AD Search  KCUR

UMKC’s new chancellor won’t start the search for a new athletics director until he sees a “working blueprint for the future,” he said Tuesday. C. Mauli.

UMKC makes changes in athletics, with AD Carla Wilson assigned to new job – Kansas City Star

UMKC makes changes in athletics, with AD Carla Wilson assigned to new job  Kansas City Star

Carla WIlson, UMKC’s athletic director since 2013, has been reassigned to a job in the chancellor’s office. Deputy athletic director Ursula Gurney will take over …

Think college students are privileged? Nearly a third are hungry and homeless – Kansas City Star

Think college students are privileged? Nearly a third are hungry and homeless  Kansas City Star

A new study says that third of college kids are hungry and homeless. The problem of college students’ inability to afford food is common on campuses across the …

UMKC’s Move To Travel-Heavy Conference Strains Athletics Department Budget – KCUR

UMKC’s Move To Travel-Heavy Conference Strains Athletics Department Budget  KCUR

Updated at 7 p.m. March 9 with updated travel details — Kansas men’s basketball team is just down the road from home this week for the Big 12 conference in.

UMKC community meets, welcomes Chancellor-designate – University News | – University News

UMKC community meets, welcomes Chancellor-designate – University News |  University News

Not many on-campus events draw a diverse crowd that includes student athletes, musicians, mascot Kasey Roo, faculty and community members. However, all …

UMKC coach Kareem Richardson talks about Roos’ big win in the CBI – Kansas City Star

UMKC coach Kareem Richardson talks about Roos’ big win in the CBI  Kansas City Star

UMKC head basketball coach Kareem Richardson talked about the Kangaroos 92-82 win against the Green Bay Phoenix on Wednesday in the College …

A nice outcome in tough times for UMKC: Might it draw more fans to Municipal? – Kansas City Star

A nice outcome in tough times for UMKC: Might it draw more fans to Municipal?  Kansas City Star

UMKC pulled off a last-second victory over Cal State-Bakersfield on Thursday for its first conference victory. It was a nice moment in tough times for the …

Alicia Harrington: Future for second chances – University News | – University News

Alicia Harrington: Future for second chances – University News |  University News

Volleyball outside hitter, Alicia Harrington, talked about her philosophy on the importance of decision-making and second chances in life this week with U-News.

One win, one loss for Volleyball at home – University News | – University News

One win, one loss for Volleyball at home – University News |  University News

UMKC Volleyball’s home week at Swinney Recreation Center resulted in a win and a loss for the Roos who now stand at 7-13 for the season and 3-4 in …

UMKC Volleyball splits opening day at Kangaroo Klassic – University News | – University News

UMKC Volleyball splits opening day at Kangaroo Klassic – University News |  University News

The Roos wrapped up the first day of the Kangaroo Klassic with a big win against Rutgers, 3-0, bouncing back from a 3-2 loss earlier in the day against the …

As Missouri higher education budget is slashed, sports programs also face cuts – Kansas City Star

As Missouri higher education budget is slashed, sports programs also face cuts  Kansas City Star

Athletic departments aren’t immune to budget cuts across public Missouri colleges and universities under Governor Eric Greitens. UMKC has eliminated …

Assault charge against former UMKC basketball player Martez Harrison dismissed – Kansas City Star

Assault charge against former UMKC basketball player Martez Harrison dismissed  Kansas City Star

Former UMKC point guard Martez Harrison played six games as a senior before he was dismissed from the Kangaroos men’s basketball team and later charged …

UMKC Shines in KU Relays – University News | – University News

UMKC Shines in KU Relays – University News |  University News

The Kangaroos competed in the 90th Kansas University Relays, taking places on the podium in several events last weekend at Rock Chalk Park. “Overall I am …

As Missouri Valley bids farewell to Wichita State, UMKC wants to say hello – Kansas City Star

As Missouri Valley bids farewell to Wichita State, UMKC wants to say hello  Kansas City Star

With Wichita State leaving the Missouri Valley Conference to join the American Athletic Conference, UMKC has its hand raised to fill the void. “Obviously we …

2017 CBI: Wyoming v. University of Missouri-Kansas City – Mountain West Connection

2017 CBI: Wyoming v. University of Missouri-Kansas City  Mountain West Connection

After the Cowboys downed the Eagles, can they do the same to their next opponent?

UMKC Pays To Play In Post-Season CBI Tournament – KCUR

UMKC Pays To Play In Post-Season CBI Tournament  KCUR

This story has been updated to reflect some comments made by UMKC officials. The 92-82 win Wednesday night by the UMKC men’s basketball team over …

Court Warming Kicks Off – University News | – University News

Court Warming Kicks Off – University News |  University News

It’s that time of year again: time to pick a Kangaroo King or Queen. The court warming theme this year is movies. Yell Like Hell takes place at 7 p.m. on Friday in …

The Place for People Going Places… After They Find Parking – University News | – University News

The Place for People Going Places… After They Find Parking – University News |  University News

Nothing ruins the college morning routine of guzzling coffee, throwing on sweatpants and expertly arriving to class with one minute to spare like searching for a …

Domestic violence accusation led to Martez Harrison’s dismissal from UMKC basketball team – Kansas City Star

Domestic violence accusation led to Martez Harrison’s dismissal from UMKC basketball team  Kansas City Star

Former UMKC basketball player Martez Harrison was accused of domestic violence against his girlfriend, which led to a Title IX investigation that resulted in his …

UMKC Unveils New Mascot: Concealed Carry Roo – University News | – University News

UMKC Unveils New Mascot: Concealed Carry Roo – University News |  University News

You might notice that things look a little a different this week. That’s because in honor of April Fool’s Day (we know, we’re late), we’ve dedicated an entire issue to …

Volleyball sweeps Grand Canyon, fall to CSU-Bakersfield – University News | – University News

Volleyball sweeps Grand Canyon, fall to CSU-Bakersfield – University News |  University News

The Kangaroo volleyball team swept up their second conference opponent in a row Thursday before falling to CSU-Bakersfield in 5 sets Saturday. Both matches …

Why the Roos? – University News | – University News

Why the Roos? – University News |  University News

A Kangaroo is an adorable fuzzy mammal with a genetically built in pocket- all the making of a fierce school mascot, or not? UMKC, then the University of …

Courtney Frerichs, UMKC’s latecomer to running, now has Olympic hopes – Kansas City Star

Courtney Frerichs, UMKC’s latecomer to running, now has Olympic hopes  Kansas City Star

Courtney Frerichs never competed in the state high school track meet in Missouri, and in her only cross-country state meet she collapsed near the finish.

UMKC To Open Food Pantry For Students – KCUR

UMKC To Open Food Pantry For Students  KCUR

The University of Missouri-Kansas City will open a food pantry at the end of March in a step to combat food insecurity among its students. College is often.

UMKC defeats Missouri 69-61 in season opener at the Mizzou Arena – University News | – University News

UMKC defeats Missouri 69-61 in season opener at the Mizzou Arena – University News |  University News

For the first time since 2003, Head Coach Kareem Richardson and the UMKC men’s basketball team defeated a BCS conference team on Monday night.

UMKC shocks Mizzou 69-61 behind Martez Harrison’s 26 points – Kansas City Star

UMKC shocks Mizzou 69-61 behind Martez Harrison’s 26 points  Kansas City Star

On Kim Anderson’s big night, his debut game as Missouri’s men’s basketball coach, UMKC stole the show. The Kangaroos pulled off one of the great triumphs in …