Alex, a junior from Green Bay, Wisc., is a sports columnist for the Kansan this semester and has served as a tennis beat writer and correspondent in the past. He's double-majoring in both the news and information and strategic communications sides of journalism, as well as minoring in film. This fall he also will be working with KUJH-TV as sports anchor for the news and a weekly anchor on Jayhawk Sportstalk. He's also on KJHK radio on a Sunday morning sports show.
Recent Stories
Student searches Bohemia for his roots
While abroad, Alex Dufeks explores Prague to find links to his family history.
Blog: The Hot Route
It didn't take long for Tempe, Ariz., to warm up a spot in Alex Dufek's heart. He's guessing he's not alone.
Dufek: The Big 12 North didn’t stand a chance
Dominant teams such as Oklahoma and Texas were destined to steamroll the conference’s weaker half.
Dufek: How Kansas could keep the ball rolling
Kansas football shouldn’t dwell on the past but should instead look to Saturday’s match.
Dufek: Don’t forget about volleyball
Women’s volleyball has the thrills, the venue and the talent. Students should check out their next game against Colorado where they’ll compete for a tournament bid.
Dufek: Let’s wish Texas Tech luck this Saturday
Texas Tech revenged their March 3 basketball loss with a 63-21 football win, but we should want Texas Tech to beat No. 1 Texas.
Dufek: Kansas Athletics remains a juggernaut
KU fans shouldn’t fret just yet. As the football team records its second loss to a superb OU team and the basketball team prepares for an uphill season, Hawk fans have plenty to feel proud of.
Dufek: How the Big 12 is challenging the SEC as the toughest conference
With so many talented teams, it’s unlikely a national title contender will emerge from the Big 12.
Dufek: Why ESPN should vote Todd for the Heisman Trophy
No one on ESPN’s expert panel has deemed Reesing worthy of appearing on the Heisman watch list, despite his high-ranking statistics.

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