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Samantha Anderson

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Brew: Exercise to cope with finals stress

Even if you're not a great athlete, exercise can raise endorphins and lower stress.

Brew: Jayhawk fans need to broaden their horizons

Sports fans need to show support to the football team the same way they do basketball.

Brew: NFL players could try out these jobs

In light of the NFL halt, well-known players may need to try new professions.

Morning Brew: Shopping is a full-contact sport

Bargain hunting for a spring wardrobe puts a rugby match to shame.

Morning Brew: Getting drunk on KU basketball may leave you hungover

High expectations for Kansas’ national championship run left fans disappointed.

Brew: Ads that belittle women ruin their credibility

A new McDonald's ad suggests that Sunday football only interests men.

Morning Brew: Wildcat hype worth taking notice

After enduring some tough breaks, K-State appears to be back on top and on its way to the NCAA tournament.

Morning Brew: And the home of the ... Chiefs

Samantha Anderson discusses the prevalence of Chiefs' loyal fans.

Hockey border showdown

KU's hockey team was defeated by Missouri.

Brew: Phog experience is one of a kind

After spending a day at UMKC’s Swinney Recreation Center, Kansas’ homecourt really shines by comparison.

Anderson: Gill deserves more time at Kansas

His record at Buffalo and a stellar KU coaching staff show promise.

Morning Brew: Chiefs easy to root for

Despite a life-long love for the Steelers, one columnist finds the Chiefs on her must-watch list.

Morning Brew: Win offers hope for next season

Win against Colorado may be sign of better things to come, even if that isn't until next season.

Morning Brew: Avoid fantasy football blues with these tips

Don’t despair if picks are not turning out so well.

Morning Brew: Steelers deserve a better Ben

Steelers’ quarterback should display responsibility as part of a respected team.

Police issue warnings to texting drivers

A law will go into effect next year to make texting while driving a municipal offense.

Morning Brew: Watching sports won't get you fit

Spending Sundays on the couch watching football may be fun, but it won’t keep you in shape. Unfortunately.

Morning Brew: Fantasy football pickups

Surprise players are already becoming clear just three weeks into the NFL season.

Morning Brew: Steelers owe win to strong defense

Even though the team faced major obstacles, a strong defense led to a dominating win.

Anderson: Football has something to prove Saturday

The team should use fans' doubt to motivate itself for Georgia Tech.

Morning Brew: Fantasy football's allure

The popular game's roots and misconceptions

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Volleyball looks to shine with strong recruits

The return of four starters will also help the Jayhawks as they seek a second winning season.

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Jayhawks break records at home invitational

Friday’s Jayhawk Invitational featured new records for the school’s in the 3,000 meter run and the mile.

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Classic to feature athletes in new roles

Track team hopes to fill empty spots in the last home meet of the indoor season.

Transfer pole vaulters make early impact

Three recent additions try to succeed as well as adjust to a new team.

Track team success despite loss to MU

The track team suffered a narrow defeat to rival, but boasted many individual successes.

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Track team prepares for Missouri duel

Big 12 Athlete of the Week leads team to Columbia for Friday meet with Tigers.

Kansas track and field athletes begin season

Two Jayhawks provisionally qualify for NCAA championships, as both men’s and women’s teams place several athletes each.

Jayhawks to host season opener

Track and field meet will provide an opportunity for new recruits to test their skills.

Bonds places 61st in NCAA Championships

Senior Lauren Bonds had rough start to the race after falling in the first mile.

Senior ready to race against nation’s best

Cross country runner Lauren Bonds hopes to earn All-American honors at the Cross Country Championships.

Bonds qualifies for nationals

Men’s and women’s cross country teams finish out a strong season at regionals.

Cross country heads to Midwest Regional Championships

Men’s and women’s teams will compete for national spots in Springfield, Mo.

Cross country takes on Big 12 Championship

The women’s team finished fifth, and the men earned an eighth place spot.

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Cross country team to compete in last meet

A new coach and new practice schedule may be the deciding factor this weekend.

Leading the way to success

Lauren Bonds has set a good example for the cross country team.

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Cross country teams finish near top

Men’s and women’s teams rank in top-half of competition at ISU Pre-Nationals Invitational.

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Team revisits last year’s course

The KU cross country team prepares for another run at the Pre-Nationals this weekend.

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Cross country continues to build strength

Women’s and men’s team improved placement from last year’s Oklahoma Cowboy Jamboree meet.

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Kansas to change strategy for large race

Cross country runners will tweak their group packing method for their biggest meet so far.

Freshman runners impress with finishes

The Kansas cross country team’s new members are making an impressive transition to college running.

Men’s, women’s teams rank nationally in poll

Kansas can add two more to its list of ranked teams.

Men’s and women’s cross-country place

Teams take first and second at weekend race in Columbia.

Former KU runner involved in benefit 5K

Past cross-country member for university participates in “Head For the Cure.”

Cross country focuses on teamwork

Kansas runners place well at meet.

Runners to start season with home meet

The cross country team is confident that its hard work will pay off on Saturday.

Rim Rock creates a bond among runners

The Kansas cross country team’s home course is both beautiful and challenging.

New cross-country coach has big plans

New assistant cross-country coach is ready for the this season.