The St. Joseph Mustangs, donning the old St. Joseph Saints colors on Saturday night, extended their win streak to nine games completing a perfect three game homestand and beating the Ban Johnson Raiders 4-3.

The Mustangs and Raiders went back and forth before St. Joseph pulled ahead for good in the eighth inning.&nbsp; Jackson Glueck was 2 for 3 with a walk. Tim Teixeira earned his fourth save.

There were no live stats available for this game.&nbsp;

The Mustangs are now 21-2 on the year.&nbsp; They now hit the road for two games, starting in Nevada on Sunday, first pitch at 7pm.&nbsp; After an off day on Monday, the Mustangs travel to Carroll, Iowa on Tuesday.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs, donning the old St. Joseph Saints colors on Saturday night, extended their win streak to nine games completing a perfect three game homestand and beating the Ban Johnson Raiders 4-3.The Mustangs and Raiders went back and forth before St. Joseph pulled ahead for good in the eighth inning.&nbsp; Jackson Glueck was 2 for 3 with a walk. Tim Teixeira earned his fourth save.There were no live stats available for this game.&nbsp;The Mustangs are now 21-2 on the year.&nbsp; They now hit the road for two games, starting in Nevada on Sunday, first pitch at 7pm.&nbsp; After an off day on Monday, the Mustangs travel to Carroll, Iowa on Tuesday.

Mustangs complete perfect homestand beating Ban Johnson Raiders 4-3

The Royals offense faltered, producing just three hits, in a 6-0 shutout loss to the Texas Rangers on Saturday afternoon in Arlington, Texas.

The Royals recorded two of the three hits in the third inning before being held without another hit until the ninth inning.&nbsp; The Rangers took the lead in the fourth inning on a home run from Josh Smith, before adding the final five runs in the eighth inning.&nbsp;

Royals starter Michael Wacha took the loss, despite giving up just three hits and one run, striking out five batters through five innings.&nbsp; Will Smith and Chris Stratton pitched two scoreless innings, before Angel Zerpa gave up five runs, recording just one out in the eighth inning.

The Royals will wrap up the series in Arlington on Sunday, sending Alec Marsh to the mound to take on Rangers starter and former Missouri Tiger Max Scherzer who will make his season debut returning from the injury list.&nbsp;

First pitch for the series finale will be at 1:35pm on Sunday with pregame at 1pm on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe Royals offense faltered, producing just three hits, in a 6-0 shutout loss to the Texas Rangers on Saturday afternoon in Arlington, Texas.The Royals recorded two of the three hits in the third inning before being held without another hit until the ninth inning.&nbsp; The Rangers took the lead in the fourth inning on a home run from Josh Smith, before adding the final five runs in the eighth inning.&nbsp;Royals starter Michael Wacha took the loss, despite giving up just three hits and one run, striking out five batters through five innings.&nbsp; Will Smith and Chris Stratton pitched two scoreless innings, before Angel Zerpa gave up five runs, recording just one out in the eighth inning.The Royals will wrap up the series in Arlington on Sunday, sending Alec Marsh to the mound to take on Rangers starter and former Missouri Tiger Max Scherzer who will make his season debut returning from the injury list.&nbsp;First pitch for the series finale will be at 1:35pm on Sunday with pregame at 1pm on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

Royals offense shutdown by Rangers Jon Gray in 6-0 shutout loss

The St. Joseph Mustangs win streak dominated the Kansas City Monarchs on Friday night at Phil Welch Stadium, scoring an 11-0 run rule victory and pushing their win streak to eight games.

Trevor McCollum was named the player of the game going 2 for 4 at the plate with a double and a triple, driving in three runs.&nbsp;

There were no live stats available for this game.

The Mustangs are now 20-2 on the season and on an eight game win streak, just four games behind their season long 12 game win streak to open the season. They'll be back in action on Saturday against the Ban Johnson Raiders at Phil Welch, first pitch at 7pm.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs win streak dominated the Kansas City Monarchs on Friday night at Phil Welch Stadium, scoring an 11-0 run rule victory and pushing their win streak to eight games.Trevor McCollum was named the player of the game going 2 for 4 at the plate with a double and a triple, driving in three runs.&nbsp;There were no live stats available for this game.The Mustangs are now 20-2 on the season and on an eight game win streak, just four games behind their season long 12 game win streak to open the season. They'll be back in action on Saturday against the Ban Johnson Raiders at Phil Welch, first pitch at 7pm.

Mustangs dominate Kansas City Monarchs in 11-0 run rule victory

The Kansas City Royals bullpen gave up five unanswered runs to blow a 2-1 lead in the fifth inning, as Kansas City fell to the Texas Rangers 6-2 in the series opener in Arlington, Texas.&nbsp;

The Royals took the first lead of the game in the third inning as center fielder Kyle Isbel hit his fifth home run of the year to right center.&nbsp; But the Rangers tied the game in the very next inning, Wyatt Langford doubling to score Adolis Garcia.

Kansas City would take the lead back in the fifth inning when Garrett Hampson, who replaced Isbel in center field after he left the game with lower back tightness, singled to score left fielder MJ Melendez.

Relief pitcher John Schreiber would replace starting pitcher Brady Singer in the sixth inning, and would give up three runs recording just one out before being replaced by Sam Long, who would give up two more runs before getting out of the inning.&nbsp;

The Royals would record just two hits over the final three innings.

Michael Wacha is scheduled to start game two of the series for Kansas City on Saturday against Jon Gray for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 3:05pm with pregame at 2:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe Kansas City Royals bullpen gave up five unanswered runs to blow a 2-1 lead in the fifth inning, as Kansas City fell to the Texas Rangers 6-2 in the series opener in Arlington, Texas.&nbsp;The Royals took the first lead of the game in the third inning as center fielder Kyle Isbel hit his fifth home run of the year to right center.&nbsp; But the Rangers tied the game in the very next inning, Wyatt Langford doubling to score Adolis Garcia.Kansas City would take the lead back in the fifth inning when Garrett Hampson, who replaced Isbel in center field after he left the game with lower back tightness, singled to score left fielder MJ Melendez.Relief pitcher John Schreiber would replace starting pitcher Brady Singer in the sixth inning, and would give up three runs recording just one out before being replaced by Sam Long, who would give up two more runs before getting out of the inning.&nbsp;The Royals would record just two hits over the final three innings.Michael Wacha is scheduled to start game two of the series for Kansas City on Saturday against Jon Gray for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 3:05pm with pregame at 2:30 on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

Royals bullpen collapses in 6-2 series opening loss to Rangers

The St. Joseph Mustangs rallied back to tie the game in the ninth inning and hit a walk off single in extra innings to extend their win streak to seven games beating the Kansas City Monarchs 6-5 at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;

Going into the bottom of the ninth inning the Monarchs held a 5-2 lead over the Mustangs, but St. Joseph would rally and score three runs to tie the game, sending it to extras.&nbsp; A walk off single in the 11th inning would give the Mustangs their seventh win in a row.&nbsp;

Live stats were unavailable for this game.&nbsp;

The Mustangs are back in action on Friday for a second game against the Kansas City Monarchs.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7pm at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp; They are also at home on Saturday against the Ban Johnson Raiders.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs rallied back to tie the game in the ninth inning and hit a walk off single in extra innings to extend their win streak to seven games beating the Kansas City Monarchs 6-5 at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;Going into the bottom of the ninth inning the Monarchs held a 5-2 lead over the Mustangs, but St. Joseph would rally and score three runs to tie the game, sending it to extras.&nbsp; A walk off single in the 11th inning would give the Mustangs their seventh win in a row.&nbsp;Live stats were unavailable for this game.&nbsp;The Mustangs are back in action on Friday for a second game against the Kansas City Monarchs.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7pm at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp; They are also at home on Saturday against the Ban Johnson Raiders.

Extra inning win pushes Mustangs win streak to seven games, beat Monarchs 6-5

The Kansas City Royals snapped a three game losing streak, powered by two Freddy Fermin home runs, beating the Oakland Athletics on Thursday afternoon 3-2 at the Oakland Coliseum.&nbsp;

Fermin's first home run of the day came in the second inning, a 398 home run to left field.&nbsp; Just two innings later, he would hit his second to almost the same spot in left field, traveling just seven feet shy at 391 feet.&nbsp;

Starting pitcher Seth Lugo had the Athletics number for most of the game, pitching six shutout innings, before surrendering a two out tying home run to Zack Gelof in the bottom of the seventh.&nbsp; Gelof had a home run in all three games of the series against Kansas City.

After James McArthur came on in relief and recorded the final out of the seventh inning, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr would snatch the lead back for the Royals in the top of the eighth with his only hit of the game, hitting a leadoff home run that traveled 422 feet to left field, giving the Royals the 3-2 lead.&nbsp;

The Athletics did threaten in the bottom of the ninth against reliever Chris Stratton, who had runners on the corners with two outs, but Stratton would get&nbsp;Max Schuemann to fly out to center fielder Kyle Isbel for the final out, earning his fourth save of the season.

The Royals will now travel to Arlington, Texas for a matchup with the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers.&nbsp; Brady Singer is scheduled to start the series opener against Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:05pm with a 6:30 pregame on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718922588178.jpeg" alt="Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr hit a leadoff home run in the eighth inning to help the Royals to a 3-2 win, snapping a three game losing streak/ Photo courtesy of MLB on Facebook" />
 <figcaption>Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr hit a leadoff home run in the eighth inning to help the Royals to a 3-2 win, snapping a three game losing streak/ Photo courtesy of MLB on Facebook</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe Kansas City Royals snapped a three game losing streak, powered by two Freddy Fermin home runs, beating the Oakland Athletics on Thursday afternoon 3-2 at the Oakland Coliseum.&nbsp;Fermin's first home run of the day came in the second inning, a 398 home run to left field.&nbsp; Just two innings later, he would hit his second to almost the same spot in left field, traveling just seven feet shy at 391 feet.&nbsp;Starting pitcher Seth Lugo had the Athletics number for most of the game, pitching six shutout innings, before surrendering a two out tying home run to Zack Gelof in the bottom of the seventh.&nbsp; Gelof had a home run in all three games of the series against Kansas City.After James McArthur came on in relief and recorded the final out of the seventh inning, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr would snatch the lead back for the Royals in the top of the eighth with his only hit of the game, hitting a leadoff home run that traveled 422 feet to left field, giving the Royals the 3-2 lead.&nbsp;The Athletics did threaten in the bottom of the ninth against reliever Chris Stratton, who had runners on the corners with two outs, but Stratton would get&nbsp;Max Schuemann to fly out to center fielder Kyle Isbel for the final out, earning his fourth save of the season.The Royals will now travel to Arlington, Texas for a matchup with the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers.&nbsp; Brady Singer is scheduled to start the series opener against Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 7:05pm with a 6:30 pregame on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

Freddy Fermin homers twice, Royals snap losing streak against Athletics winning 3-2

Cole Ragans pitched a solid six innings but the Royals offense struggled to produce runs and Kansas City fell for a third game in a row losing to the Oakland Athletics 5-1 at the Oakland Coliseum.&nbsp;

After Oakland scored two runs in the third inning, the Royals would get within one run in the top of the fifth, Bobby Witt Jr hitting a double to score Nelson Velasquez.&nbsp; But that's where the offense would end for Kansas City.&nbsp;

Ragans surrendered just four hits and two runs over six innings of action, striking out seven batters.&nbsp; John Schreiber would come on in relief in the seventh, surrendering two more runs. Oakland would add their final run in the eighth inning.&nbsp;

Both the Royals and Athletics had eight hits each in the game.&nbsp; Witt Jr and Kyle Isbel were both 2 for 4 in the effort, with Witt Jr. driving in the lone run of the game.&nbsp;

The Royals will look to snap their three game losing streak in the series finale in Oakland on Thursday.&nbsp; First pitch will be at 2:37pm with a 2pm pregame on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).&nbsp; Seth Lugo will start for Kansas City against Mitch Spence for Oakland.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostCole Ragans pitched a solid six innings but the Royals offense struggled to produce runs and Kansas City fell for a third game in a row losing to the Oakland Athletics 5-1 at the Oakland Coliseum.&nbsp;After Oakland scored two runs in the third inning, the Royals would get within one run in the top of the fifth, Bobby Witt Jr hitting a double to score Nelson Velasquez.&nbsp; But that's where the offense would end for Kansas City.&nbsp;Ragans surrendered just four hits and two runs over six innings of action, striking out seven batters.&nbsp; John Schreiber would come on in relief in the seventh, surrendering two more runs. Oakland would add their final run in the eighth inning.&nbsp;Both the Royals and Athletics had eight hits each in the game.&nbsp; Witt Jr and Kyle Isbel were both 2 for 4 in the effort, with Witt Jr. driving in the lone run of the game.&nbsp;The Royals will look to snap their three game losing streak in the series finale in Oakland on Thursday.&nbsp; First pitch will be at 2:37pm with a 2pm pregame on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).&nbsp; Seth Lugo will start for Kansas City against Mitch Spence for Oakland.

Cole Ragans solid in start but Royals offense struggles, falling to Athletics 5-1

The St. Joseph Mustangs win streak went to six games as they scored eight unanswered runs on way to an 11-2 win over the Jefferson City Renegades.

The Mustangs scored eight runs through two innings, the biggest coming on a three run home run by Mason Holton, before the Renegades finally answered with one run in the bottom of the second.

After the Mustangs scored two more runs in the fourth inning, no one else would score until the bottom of the sixth, the Renegades Cooper Walkoff singling to score Cy Darnell. The scoring would end with the Mustangs scoring one more run in the top of the eighth inning.

Holton led the way hitting going 2-for-5 with two runs scored and three RBI's, all coming on his home run in the second inning.&nbsp;

Roy Holcomb pitched five innings giving up one run on four hits to earn the win.&nbsp; Bishop Leblond alum Frank Gall pitched one inning of relief giving up two hits and one run.&nbsp;

The Mustangs are now 18-2 on the year and return home for a three game homestand.&nbsp; The first two games will come against the Kansas City Monarchs on Thursday and Friday.&nbsp; Both first pitches will be at 7pm.

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs win streak went to six games as they scored eight unanswered runs on way to an 11-2 win over the Jefferson City Renegades.The Mustangs scored eight runs through two innings, the biggest coming on a three run home run by Mason Holton, before the Renegades finally answered with one run in the bottom of the second.After the Mustangs scored two more runs in the fourth inning, no one else would score until the bottom of the sixth, the Renegades Cooper Walkoff singling to score Cy Darnell. The scoring would end with the Mustangs scoring one more run in the top of the eighth inning.Holton led the way hitting going 2-for-5 with two runs scored and three RBI's, all coming on his home run in the second inning.&nbsp;Roy Holcomb pitched five innings giving up one run on four hits to earn the win.&nbsp; Bishop Leblond alum Frank Gall pitched one inning of relief giving up two hits and one run.&nbsp;The Mustangs are now 18-2 on the year and return home for a three game homestand.&nbsp; The first two games will come against the Kansas City Monarchs on Thursday and Friday.&nbsp; Both first pitches will be at 7pm.

St. Joseph Mustangs win streak moves to six games, clobber Renegades 11-2

The St. Joseph Sports Commission has announced the schedule for the third annual Holiday Hoops Classic at Civic Arena in downtown St. Joseph. 

The Holiday Hoops Classic showcases boys and girls high school basketball teams from seven schools in Buchanan County along with other teams of interest from around the area, competing in a classic doubleheader format. 

The annual holiday showcase features 16 games over three days beginning on Thursday, December 19th with the Lafayette girls facing Columbia Battle while the Lafayette boys will face will see Oak Park, a Class 6 final four team in 2024. 

In addition to Holiday Hoops the St. Joseph Sports Commission has also announced the inaugural New Year's showcase, featuring 14 games that will be contested over two days, also at Civic Arena.

The games will also be played in a boys and girls doubleheader format, opening on Friday January 3rd with the Leblond girls and boys facing Lafayette County.

Ticket information will be released in late fall in which all sales will be facilitated online and through the Civic Arena Box Office.

The schedule for Holiday Hoops and the inaugural winter showcase is listed below:

2024 ST. JOSEPH AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAME HOLIDAY HOOPS PRESENTED BY UNITED FIBER

6:00 PM – Lafayette vs. Columbia Battle (G)

12:30 PM – LeBlond vs. North Andrew (G)

6:30 PM – Benton vs. Park Hill South (G)

10:00 AM – St. Joseph Christian vs. DeKalb (G)

11:30 AM – St. Joseph Christian vs. DeKalb (B)

1 PM – North Platte vs. Platte Valley (G)

2:30 PM  - North Platte vs. Platte Valley (B)

5:30 PM – Mid-Buchanan vs. Maysville (B)

2025 ST. JOSEPH SPORTS COMMISSION HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL WINTER SHOWCASE

12:30 PM – LeBlond vs. Lafayette County (G)

2:00 PM – LeBlond vs. Lafayette County (B)

3:30 PM – Benton vs. Riverview Gardens (G)

5:00 PM – Benton vs. Riverview Gardens (B)

10:00 AM – North Platte vs. East Atchison (G)

11:30 AM – North Platte vs. East Atchison (B)

4:00 PM – Central vs. Riverview Gardens (G)

5:30 PM – Central vs. Riverview Gardens (B)

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718831191596.jpeg" alt="Photo courtesy of the St. Joseph Sports Commision" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy of the St. Joseph Sports Commision</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Sports Commission has announced the schedule for the third annual Holiday Hoops Classic at Civic Arena in downtown St. Joseph. The Holiday Hoops Classic showcases boys and girls high school basketball teams from seven schools in Buchanan County along with other teams of interest from around the area, competing in a classic doubleheader format. The annual holiday showcase features 16 games over three days beginning on Thursday, December 19th with the Lafayette girls facing Columbia Battle while the Lafayette boys will face will see Oak Park, a Class 6 final four team in 2024. In addition to Holiday Hoops the St. Joseph Sports Commission has also announced the inaugural New Year's showcase, featuring 14 games that will be contested over two days, also at Civic Arena.The games will also be played in a boys and girls doubleheader format, opening on Friday January 3rd with the Leblond girls and boys facing Lafayette County.Ticket information will be released in late fall in which all sales will be facilitated online and through the Civic Arena Box Office.The schedule for Holiday Hoops and the inaugural winter showcase is listed below:2024 ST. JOSEPH AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAME HOLIDAY HOOPS PRESENTED BY UNITED FIBERThursday, December 196:00 PM – Lafayette vs. Columbia Battle (G)7:30 PM – Lafayette vs. Oak Park (B)Friday, December 2012:30 PM – LeBlond vs. North Andrew (G)2:00 PM – LeBlond vs. North Andrew (B)3:30 PM – Savannah vs. Macon (G)5 PM – Savannah vs. Macon (B)6:30 PM – Benton vs. Park Hill South (G)8 PM – Benton vs. Park Hill South (B)Saturday, December 2110:00 AM – St. Joseph Christian vs. DeKalb (G)11:30 AM – St. Joseph Christian vs. DeKalb (B)1 PM – North Platte vs. Platte Valley (G)2:30 PM - North Platte vs. Platte Valley (B)4 PM – Mid-Buchanan vs. Maysville (G)5:30 PM – Mid-Buchanan vs. Maysville (B)7 PM – Central vs. KC Kipp (G)8:30 PM – Central vs. Chillicothe (B)2025 ST. JOSEPH SPORTS COMMISSION HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL WINTER SHOWCASEFriday, January 3:12:30 PM – LeBlond vs. Lafayette County (G)2:00 PM – LeBlond vs. Lafayette County (B)3:30 PM – Benton vs. Riverview Gardens (G)5:00 PM – Benton vs. Riverview Gardens (B)6:30 PM – Central vs. West Plains (G)8:00 PM – Central vs. Hogan Prep (B)Saturday, January 4:10:00 AM – North Platte vs. East Atchison (G)11:30 AM – North Platte vs. East Atchison (B)1:00 PM – LeBlond vs. Lathrop (G)2:30 PM – LeBlond vs. Lathrop (B)4:00 PM – Central vs. Riverview Gardens (G)5:30 PM – Central vs. Riverview Gardens (B)7:00 PM – Benton vs. West Plains (G)8:30 PM – Benton vs. KC Central (B)

St. Joseph Sports Commission announces Holiday Hoops schedule, inaugural New Year's showcase

The St. Joseph Mustangs scored four runs in the first three innings and went onto to beat the Sedalia Bombers 5-2 on Tuesday night at Liberty Park Stadium in Sedalia.

Carson Schrack was 3-for-5 at the plate with a run scored. Kyle Hepburn hit a two-run homer in the first inning to get things going.

Lafayette grad Jayden Little was 2-for-5 with two RBIs. Starting pitcher Aron Harrington was sharp, striking out seven and walking only one over 4.2 innings.

Bishop LeBlond alum Jaren Guck closed it out with a scoreless ninth inning, striking out two.

The Mustangs improve to 17-2 with their fifth straight win. St. Joseph is on the road Wednesday night at Jefferson City. First pitch is at 7 p.m.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1658894396488.jpeg" alt="Stock photo." />
 <figcaption>Stock photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs scored four runs in the first three innings and went onto to beat the Sedalia Bombers 5-2 on Tuesday night at Liberty Park Stadium in Sedalia.Carson Schrack was 3-for-5 at the plate with a run scored. Kyle Hepburn hit a two-run homer in the first inning to get things going.Lafayette grad Jayden Little was 2-for-5 with two RBIs. Starting pitcher Aron Harrington was sharp, striking out seven and walking only one over 4.2 innings.Bishop LeBlond alum Jaren Guck closed it out with a scoreless ninth inning, striking out two.The Mustangs improve to 17-2 with their fifth straight win. St. Joseph is on the road Wednesday night at Jefferson City. First pitch is at 7 p.m.

Mustangs score win at Sedalia Tuesday night

The Kansas City Royals put together a late rally, but it was to little to late, as they fell 7-5 in a series opener to the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum on Tuesday night.&nbsp;

The Athletics got to Royals starter Alec Marsh early, putting up two runs in the first inning, but Kansas City would answer in the second inning as second baseman Nick Loftin hit the first home run of his career, a two run homer to left field, knotting the game up.&nbsp;

But Oakland would get to Marsh over the next two innings following a scoreless second, snatching the lead back on JJ Bleday's second double of the game in the bottom of the third, and the very next at bat Miguel Andujar would single to bring across&nbsp;Max Schuemann for a 4-2 lead at the end of three.&nbsp;

Marsh would make his way out to the mound again to start the fourth, but would be chased promptly without recording an out and giving up a three run home run to Zack Gelof, bringing on Sam Long in relief.&nbsp;

Maikel Garcia would add another run in the fifth inning on a sacrifice hit, grounding out and allowing Kyle Isbel to score following his triple to lead off the inning.&nbsp; Kansas City would be held scoreless until the eighth inning.&nbsp;

With the bases loaded, Freddy Fermin would ground out for the first out of the inning, scoring Vinnie Pasquantino, Loftin also grounding out in the very next at bat to score Salvador Perez before former Royal Scott Alexander would come on and retire Adam Frazier to end the inning.

The Royals bullpen would put together five scoreless innings of relief with a combined five strikeouts, surrendering just four hits in the effort.

Game two of the series on Wednesday will feature Cole Ragans taking the mound for Kansas City while Oakland starter Luis Medina will look for his first win of the season.&nbsp; First pitch is at 8:40pm with an 8pm pregame on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe Kansas City Royals put together a late rally, but it was to little to late, as they fell 7-5 in a series opener to the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum on Tuesday night.&nbsp;The Athletics got to Royals starter Alec Marsh early, putting up two runs in the first inning, but Kansas City would answer in the second inning as second baseman Nick Loftin hit the first home run of his career, a two run homer to left field, knotting the game up.&nbsp;But Oakland would get to Marsh over the next two innings following a scoreless second, snatching the lead back on JJ Bleday's second double of the game in the bottom of the third, and the very next at bat Miguel Andujar would single to bring across&nbsp;Max Schuemann for a 4-2 lead at the end of three.&nbsp;Marsh would make his way out to the mound again to start the fourth, but would be chased promptly without recording an out and giving up a three run home run to Zack Gelof, bringing on Sam Long in relief.&nbsp;Maikel Garcia would add another run in the fifth inning on a sacrifice hit, grounding out and allowing Kyle Isbel to score following his triple to lead off the inning.&nbsp; Kansas City would be held scoreless until the eighth inning.&nbsp;With the bases loaded, Freddy Fermin would ground out for the first out of the inning, scoring Vinnie Pasquantino, Loftin also grounding out in the very next at bat to score Salvador Perez before former Royal Scott Alexander would come on and retire Adam Frazier to end the inning.The Royals bullpen would put together five scoreless innings of relief with a combined five strikeouts, surrendering just four hits in the effort.Game two of the series on Wednesday will feature Cole Ragans taking the mound for Kansas City while Oakland starter Luis Medina will look for his first win of the season.&nbsp; First pitch is at 8:40pm with an 8pm pregame on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

Royals rally falls short in series opener to Athletics falling 7-5

The St. Joseph Mustangs won their fourth straight game with a 7-1 win against the Warren County Crop Dusters at Fareway Fields in Norwalk, Iowa Monday night.

Carson Schrack went 2-for-4 at the plate with a double and two runs scored. Jackson Glueck was 2-for-4 with a run scored as well. Savannah native Truman Bodenhausen was 2-for-3 with three RBIs.

On the hill, St. Joseph Christian alum Camden Lutz tossed a complete game, allowing just five hits and one earned run. He struck out four and walked two.

The Mustangs are now 16-2 on the season. St. Joseph plays at Sedalia Tuesday night at 7 p.m.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1659155945013.jpeg" alt="Camden Lutz. Stock photo." />
 <figcaption>Camden Lutz. Stock photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs won their fourth straight game with a 7-1 win against the Warren County Crop Dusters at Fareway Fields in Norwalk, Iowa Monday night.Carson Schrack went 2-for-4 at the plate with a double and two runs scored. Jackson Glueck was 2-for-4 with a run scored as well. Savannah native Truman Bodenhausen was 2-for-3 with three RBIs.On the hill, St. Joseph Christian alum Camden Lutz tossed a complete game, allowing just five hits and one earned run. He struck out four and walked two.The Mustangs are now 16-2 on the season. St. Joseph plays at Sedalia Tuesday night at 7 p.m.

Camden Lutz tosses complete game, Mustangs win fourth straight Monday

The Kansas City Chiefs announced dates for training camp at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph.

This marks the 14th year of training camp at Missouri Western. All times and dates are subject to change. All practices will take place on the Mosaic Training Fields. There'll be 19 practices in all.

Open practices begin July 21 and conclude&nbsp; August 15. All training camp practices will be free of charge to the public, unless otherwise noted.

Training camp tickets must be reserved in advance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp/" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp/</a>.

Due to expected interest and demand, attendance each day will be limited. Ticket reservations will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 for Chiefs Season Ticket Members followed by the general public on Friday, June 21 at 10 a.m.

Fans can reserve a maximum of six tickets per practice, and can reserve tickets for a maximum of three separate practices.

Paid practice days will require advance payment to reserve tickets, while only Chiefs Season Ticket Members have the option to reserve tickets for the exclusive Season Ticket Member days.

Chiefs Tailgate Suites will be available for purchase in the North Endzone for groups of 10 or more. Tailgate Suites offer a private viewing space next to the field with food and beverage and climate-controlled access in the Tailgate Suite.&nbsp; For more information, or to reserve your tailgate suite, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp</a>.&nbsp;

All tickets are mobile entry only through the Chiefs Mobile app. Tickets and parking are subject to the Chiefs ticket terms which can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/tickets/terms/specialeventticketterms" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/tickets/terms/specialeventticketterms</a>.

Missouri Western will charge a $5 parking fee per vehicle per day, with the exception of the two exclusive Chiefs Season Ticket Member days when parking is free. Fans are required to pre-purchase parking, and that can be done during the ticket reservation process.

Missouri Western will charge a $5 admission fee on three different days – Sunday, July 21; Saturday, July 27 (Family Fun Day) and Sunday, August 4.

The Chiefs will host two free, exclusive Season Ticket Member days that are not open to the public – Monday, July 22 and Wednesday, August 7. Ambassador Day will take place on Monday, July 29 and Military Appreciation Day will be Thursday, August 15. Team autograph sessions are scheduled to take place July 21, July 22, July 27, August 4 and August 7.

Weather and field conditions are evaluated daily. All dates and times are subject to change. If practice is moved indoors due to&nbsp; weather, it will be closed to the general public. Fans will be notified by email and/or text message as soon as a decision is made.

Dates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Times Sunday, July 21&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m $5 Admission *Team Autograph Session

Monday, July 22&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exclusive Season Ticket Member Day - (Not Open to General Public)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; *Team Autograph Session

Tuesday, July 23&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp; Autographs: Linebackers

Wednesday, July 24&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;Autographs: DBs

Thursday, July 25&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No Practice

Friday, July 26&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; *Autographs: Quarterbacks, Running Backs &amp; Specialists

Saturday, July 27&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. *$5 Admission– Family Fun Day -&nbsp;Team Autograph Session

Sunday, July 28&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;Autographs: WRs and TEs

Monday, July 29&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; Ambassador Day *Autographs: Offensive/Defensive Line

Tuesday, July 30&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No Practice

Wednesday, July 31&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Autographs: Linebackers

Thursday, Aug. 1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Autographs: DBs

Friday, Aug. 2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. *Autographs: QBs, RBs, Special Teams

Saturday, Aug. 3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No Practice

Sunday, Aug. 4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.$5 Admission *Team Autograph Session

Monday, Aug. 5&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Autographs: WRs, TEs

Tuesday, Aug. 6&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. *Autographs: Offensive Line &amp; Defensive Line

Wednesday, Aug. 7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Exclusive Season Ticket Member Day - (Not Open to General Public) *Team Autograph Session

Thursday, Aug. 8&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No Practice

Friday, Aug. 9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No Practice

Saturday, Aug. 10&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Preseason Game – Chiefs @ Jaguars – 6 p.m. CT

Sunday, Aug. 11 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No Practice

Monday, Aug. 12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Practice – 10:15 a.m.&nbsp;Autographs: Linebackers

Tuesday, Aug. 13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Autographs: DBs

Wednesday, Aug. 14&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp;Autographs: OL/DL

Thursday, Aug. 15&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 8:15 a.m. *Military Appreciation Day – Final Camp Practice

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690280396128.png" alt="Stock photo." />
 <figcaption>Stock photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostThe Kansas City Chiefs announced dates for training camp at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph.This marks the 14th year of training camp at Missouri Western. All times and dates are subject to change. All practices will take place on the Mosaic Training Fields. There'll be 19 practices in all.Open practices begin July 21 and conclude&nbsp; August 15. All training camp practices will be free of charge to the public, unless otherwise noted.Training camp tickets must be reserved in advance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp/" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp/</a>.Due to expected interest and demand, attendance each day will be limited. Ticket reservations will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 for Chiefs Season Ticket Members followed by the general public on Friday, June 21 at 10 a.m.Fans can reserve a maximum of six tickets per practice, and can reserve tickets for a maximum of three separate practices.Paid practice days will require advance payment to reserve tickets, while only Chiefs Season Ticket Members have the option to reserve tickets for the exclusive Season Ticket Member days.Chiefs Tailgate Suites will be available for purchase in the North Endzone for groups of 10 or more. Tailgate Suites offer a private viewing space next to the field with food and beverage and climate-controlled access in the Tailgate Suite.&nbsp; For more information, or to reserve your tailgate suite, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp</a>.&nbsp;All tickets are mobile entry only through the Chiefs Mobile app. Tickets and parking are subject to the Chiefs ticket terms which can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chiefs.com/tickets/terms/specialeventticketterms" target="_blank">www.chiefs.com/tickets/terms/specialeventticketterms</a>.Missouri Western will charge a $5 parking fee per vehicle per day, with the exception of the two exclusive Chiefs Season Ticket Member days when parking is free. Fans are required to pre-purchase parking, and that can be done during the ticket reservation process.Missouri Western will charge a $5 admission fee on three different days – Sunday, July 21; Saturday, July 27 (Family Fun Day) and Sunday, August 4.The Chiefs will host two free, exclusive Season Ticket Member days that are not open to the public – Monday, July 22 and Wednesday, August 7. Ambassador Day will take place on Monday, July 29 and Military Appreciation Day will be Thursday, August 15. Team autograph sessions are scheduled to take place July 21, July 22, July 27, August 4 and August 7.Weather and field conditions are evaluated daily. All dates and times are subject to change. If practice is moved indoors due to&nbsp; weather, it will be closed to the general public. Fans will be notified by email and/or text message as soon as a decision is made.Dates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Times Sunday, July 21&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m $5 Admission *Team Autograph SessionMonday, July 22&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exclusive Season Ticket Member Day - (Not Open to General Public)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; *Team Autograph SessionTuesday, July 23&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp; Autographs: LinebackersWednesday, July 24&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;Autographs: DBsThursday, July 25&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No PracticeFriday, July 26&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; *Autographs: Quarterbacks, Running Backs &amp; SpecialistsSaturday, July 27&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. *$5 Admission– Family Fun Day -&nbsp;Team Autograph SessionSunday, July 28&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;Autographs: WRs and TEsMonday, July 29&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp; Ambassador Day *Autographs: Offensive/Defensive LineTuesday, July 30&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No PracticeWednesday, July 31&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Autographs: LinebackersThursday, Aug. 1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Autographs: DBsFriday, Aug. 2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. *Autographs: QBs, RBs, Special TeamsSaturday, Aug. 3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No PracticeSunday, Aug. 4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.$5 Admission *Team Autograph SessionMonday, Aug. 5&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Autographs: WRs, TEsTuesday, Aug. 6&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. *Autographs: Offensive Line &amp; Defensive LineWednesday, Aug. 7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Exclusive Season Ticket Member Day - (Not Open to General Public) *Team Autograph SessionThursday, Aug. 8&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No PracticeFriday, Aug. 9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No PracticeSaturday, Aug. 10&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Preseason Game – Chiefs @ Jaguars – 6 p.m. CTSunday, Aug. 11 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No PracticeMonday, Aug. 12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Practice – 10:15 a.m.&nbsp;Autographs: LinebackersTuesday, Aug. 13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m. Autographs: DBsWednesday, Aug. 14&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 9:15 a.m.&nbsp;Autographs: OL/DLThursday, Aug. 15&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice – 8:15 a.m. *Military Appreciation Day – Final Camp Practice

Chiefs, Missouri Western announce 2024 training camp schedule

The St. Joseph Mustangs have started another winning streak after dropping a pair of games last week.

The Mustangs (15-2) capped it off with a 10-6 win at Nevada Sunday. St. Joseph led 7-6 after the seventh and scored three key insurance runs in the eighth.

Dom Felix went 2-for-4 in the game with a home run, two RBIs and two runs scored. Bishop LeBlond graduate and soon-to-be Missouri Western Griffon Frank Gall was 2-for-2 with a run scored and two driven in.

St. Joseph had arguably its most thrilling win of the season thus far on Saturday with a 2-1 walkoff against the Sedalia Bombers at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;

Savannah native Truman Bodenhausen scored the winning run on a fielder's choice to end the game in the bottom of the 10th inning.

Mid-Buchanan grad Denton Biller was brilliant Saturday, tossing five hitless innings in relief, striking out 10 of 17 batters faced.

The Mustangs also beat Nevada 5-0 on Friday. Sam Pitts got the start and win on the mound, going five innings and striking out one.

St. Joseph stays on the road to face the Des Moines Peak Prospects on Monday. First pitch is set for 5 p.m.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/7/1659242344985.jpeg" alt="Stock photo." />
 <figcaption>Stock photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs have started another winning streak after dropping a pair of games last week.The Mustangs (15-2) capped it off with a 10-6 win at Nevada Sunday. St. Joseph led 7-6 after the seventh and scored three key insurance runs in the eighth.Dom Felix went 2-for-4 in the game with a home run, two RBIs and two runs scored. Bishop LeBlond graduate and soon-to-be Missouri Western Griffon Frank Gall was 2-for-2 with a run scored and two driven in.St. Joseph had arguably its most thrilling win of the season thus far on Saturday with a 2-1 walkoff against the Sedalia Bombers at Phil Welch Stadium.&nbsp;Savannah native Truman Bodenhausen scored the winning run on a fielder's choice to end the game in the bottom of the 10th inning.Mid-Buchanan grad Denton Biller was brilliant Saturday, tossing five hitless innings in relief, striking out 10 of 17 batters faced.The Mustangs also beat Nevada 5-0 on Friday. Sam Pitts got the start and win on the mound, going five innings and striking out one.St. Joseph stays on the road to face the Des Moines Peak Prospects on Monday. First pitch is set for 5 p.m.

St. Joseph Mustangs have another perfect weekend

The St. Joseph Mustangs got down 6-2 in the seventh inning, rallied, but still came up short in a 6-5 loss to the Carroll Merchants at Phil Welch Stadium in St. Joseph Thursday.

Carroll (7-9) had beaten the Mustangs 9-6 on Wednesday night in Carroll, Iowa as well.

St. Joseph scored three runs in the eighth inning to make it a one-run game, but then stranded a runner at first to end the game in the ninth.

The Mustangs had a tough night in the field Thursday, committing five total errors. The Merchants also outhit the Mustangs 12-8.

Jackson Glueck went 2-for-4 at the plate. Kyle Hepburn hit a single-shot home run in the second.

Starting pitcher Roy Holcomb took the loss for St. Joseph. He tossed five innings, surrendering eight hits and three earned runs. He walked four and struck out one. He also hit a batter.

St. Joseph (12-2) stays home to face the Nevada Griffons on Friday. First pitch is set for 7 p.m.

By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs got down 6-2 in the seventh inning, rallied, but still came up short in a 6-5 loss to the Carroll Merchants at Phil Welch Stadium in St. Joseph Thursday.Carroll (7-9) had beaten the Mustangs 9-6 on Wednesday night in Carroll, Iowa as well.St. Joseph scored three runs in the eighth inning to make it a one-run game, but then stranded a runner at first to end the game in the ninth.The Mustangs had a tough night in the field Thursday, committing five total errors. The Merchants also outhit the Mustangs 12-8.Jackson Glueck went 2-for-4 at the plate. Kyle Hepburn hit a single-shot home run in the second.Starting pitcher Roy Holcomb took the loss for St. Joseph. He tossed five innings, surrendering eight hits and three earned runs. He walked four and struck out one. He also hit a batter.St. Joseph (12-2) stays home to face the Nevada Griffons on Friday. First pitch is set for 7 p.m.

Mustangs drop second straight to Carroll Merchants Thursday

The Kansas City Royals snapped a four game losing streak in walk off fashion on Thursday afternoon, defeating the New York Yankees 4-3 at Kauffman Stadium.&nbsp;

Royals starting pitcher Alec Marsh and Yankees starter Nestor Cortes exchanged scoreless frames for the first three innings before the Royals would break into the run column in the fourth inning.&nbsp;

Following a walk by third baseman Maikel Garcia, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr would extend his career best hit streak to 14 games with a single which would promptly be followed up with first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino finding a gap in center field for a two RBI double, putting the Royals up 2-0.&nbsp;

Marsh spun a gem in the series finale, giving up just one hit through seven scoreless innings, striking out seven batters and walking two, before handing it off to the bullpen.&nbsp;

However that is where things would go awry for the Royals.&nbsp; Reliever John Schreiber would come on to face Anthony Rizzo to open the eighth, and after one pitch would give up a home run to draw the Yankees closer.&nbsp;

After recording the first out, a fielding error by second baseman Garrett Hampson would put Austin Wells on first, who would then get pinch ran for by Jahmai Jones.&nbsp; Jones would score two batters later, Anthony Volpe grounding into a fielders choice to knot the game at two runs apiece.&nbsp;

Angel Zerpa would allow the third run to score, although it was charged to Schreiber, as Trent Grisham would score on a single from Juan Soto, giving the Yankees their first lead of the day 3-2.&nbsp;

It looked like the Royals losing streak was going to move to five games, with two outs and Drew Waters standing on first Kyle Isbel stepped into the box.&nbsp; Isbel would work the count full before hitting a single, allowing Waters to advance to third and bringing Garcia to the plate.&nbsp;

With runners on the corners, Garcia watched the first two pitches and got up 2-0, before depositing a hit down the left field line and into the corner, bringing across Waters and Isbel for the walk off victory.&nbsp;

Manager Matt Quatraro, who was ejected in the sixth inning, expressed in his postgame press conference how proud he was of his team for battling back.&nbsp;

"I couldn't be more proud of those guys, I mean you're down, that's a really good team with an elite closer coming in, we've talked so much about it but I never get tired of bragging about them," Quatraro said. 

"The way they go about it, the way they hustle, the way they never quit, I mean I've talked about it, it's inspiring to me to come to work everyday to be around these guys."

The Royals will now hop on a plane and head to Los Angeles and Dodger stadium for a three game weekend series with the Dodgers, the start of a nine game road trip.&nbsp; &nbsp;Cole Ragans will open the series for Kansas City against Gavin Stone for the Dodgers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 9:10 pm with pregame at 8:30pm on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718313262212.png" alt="Royals players mob Maikel Garcia after his walk off hit to beat the Yankees 4-3 on Thursday afternoon" />
 <figcaption>Royals players mob Maikel Garcia after his walk off hit to beat the Yankees 4-3 on Thursday afternoon</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKESt. Joseph PostThe Kansas City Royals snapped a four game losing streak in walk off fashion on Thursday afternoon, defeating the New York Yankees 4-3 at Kauffman Stadium.&nbsp;Royals starting pitcher Alec Marsh and Yankees starter Nestor Cortes exchanged scoreless frames for the first three innings before the Royals would break into the run column in the fourth inning.&nbsp;Following a walk by third baseman Maikel Garcia, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr would extend his career best hit streak to 14 games with a single which would promptly be followed up with first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino finding a gap in center field for a two RBI double, putting the Royals up 2-0.&nbsp;Marsh spun a gem in the series finale, giving up just one hit through seven scoreless innings, striking out seven batters and walking two, before handing it off to the bullpen.&nbsp;However that is where things would go awry for the Royals.&nbsp; Reliever John Schreiber would come on to face Anthony Rizzo to open the eighth, and after one pitch would give up a home run to draw the Yankees closer.&nbsp;After recording the first out, a fielding error by second baseman Garrett Hampson would put Austin Wells on first, who would then get pinch ran for by Jahmai Jones.&nbsp; Jones would score two batters later, Anthony Volpe grounding into a fielders choice to knot the game at two runs apiece.&nbsp;Angel Zerpa would allow the third run to score, although it was charged to Schreiber, as Trent Grisham would score on a single from Juan Soto, giving the Yankees their first lead of the day 3-2.&nbsp;It looked like the Royals losing streak was going to move to five games, with two outs and Drew Waters standing on first Kyle Isbel stepped into the box.&nbsp; Isbel would work the count full before hitting a single, allowing Waters to advance to third and bringing Garcia to the plate.&nbsp;With runners on the corners, Garcia watched the first two pitches and got up 2-0, before depositing a hit down the left field line and into the corner, bringing across Waters and Isbel for the walk off victory.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Relentless. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HEYHEYHEYHEY?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HEYHEYHEYHEY</a> <a href="https://t.co/1PxM3HouJc">pic.twitter.com/1PxM3HouJc</a>&mdash; Kansas City Royals (@Royals) <a href="https://twitter.com/Royals/status/1801356410342535341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 13, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Manager Matt Quatraro, who was ejected in the sixth inning, expressed in his postgame press conference how proud he was of his team for battling back.&nbsp;"I couldn't be more proud of those guys, I mean you're down, that's a really good team with an elite closer coming in, we've talked so much about it but I never get tired of bragging about them," Quatraro said. "The way they go about it, the way they hustle, the way they never quit, I mean I've talked about it, it's inspiring to me to come to work everyday to be around these guys."The Royals will now hop on a plane and head to Los Angeles and Dodger stadium for a three game weekend series with the Dodgers, the start of a nine game road trip.&nbsp; &nbsp;Cole Ragans will open the series for Kansas City against Gavin Stone for the Dodgers.&nbsp; First pitch is at 9:10 pm with pregame at 8:30pm on KFEQ (680AM/95.3FM).

Royals score 4-3 walk off win to snap four game losing streak

The St. Joseph Mustangs (12-1) took their first loss of the 2024 season Wednesday night with a 9-6 setback against the Carroll Merchants at Merchants Park in Carroll, Iowa.

St. Joseph scored six runs through the first three innings, but were held off the board for the rest of the game. Carroll broke a 6-6 tie with two runs in the sixth. The Merchants added one more in the eighth.

The Merchants' pitching staff combined for 10 strikeouts Wednesday. St. Joseph pitcher and East Buchanan alum Broncho Whitt took the loss, despite some solid stuff in middle relief.

Whitt struck out five and walked three in 3.2 innings. He allowed two hits and two earned runs, including a two-run homer in the sixth.

Bishop LeBlond alum Frank Gall was one of four Mustangs to have a pair of hits Wednesday. Gall scored a run in the loss, while also driving in a run.

St. Joseph is back home to open a three-game homestand Thursday. The Mustangs will try and get one back on the Merchants on Thursday night at 7 p.m. at Phil Welch Stadium. Gates open at 5:30.

By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostThe St. Joseph Mustangs (12-1) took their first loss of the 2024 season Wednesday night with a 9-6 setback against the Carroll Merchants at Merchants Park in Carroll, Iowa.St. Joseph scored six runs through the first three innings, but were held off the board for the rest of the game. Carroll broke a 6-6 tie with two runs in the sixth. The Merchants added one more in the eighth.The Merchants' pitching staff combined for 10 strikeouts Wednesday. St. Joseph pitcher and East Buchanan alum Broncho Whitt took the loss, despite some solid stuff in middle relief.Whitt struck out five and walked three in 3.2 innings. He allowed two hits and two earned runs, including a two-run homer in the sixth.Bishop LeBlond alum Frank Gall was one of four Mustangs to have a pair of hits Wednesday. Gall scored a run in the loss, while also driving in a run.St. Joseph is back home to open a three-game homestand Thursday. The Mustangs will try and get one back on the Merchants on Thursday night at 7 p.m. at Phil Welch Stadium. Gates open at 5:30.

St. Joseph Mustangs take first loss of the season at Carroll Wednesday

Missouri Western athletics announced the hiring of Nicole Thompson as the seventh head softball coach in program history Wednesday.

This concludes about a month-long search after the dismissal of <a href="https://stjosephpost.com/posts/69d9afba-c68c-4cd0-a9f5-d15d2d5942eb">former head coach Joe Yegge</a> in May.

"We are excited to welcome Nicole and her family to the Griffon family," MWSU athletic director Andy Carter said. "She is a proven head coach, a proven culture-builder and a proven winner in all aspects on and off the field."

"I am confident that she will be able to continue the success from the foundation that is already in place and re-establish our program amongst the MIAA's elite."

Thompson comes to Missouri Western from NCAA Division II Regis University in Colorado, and is fresh off a Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Tournament championship and an NCAA South Central Regional appearance this past season.

In her five seasons at Regis, Thompson compiled a 132-101 record, leading the Rangers to 33 wins or more in each of the last three seasons. Her 2024 squad won an RMAC Tournament title as a five-seed and earned the program's first NCAA Tournament bid since 2015.

The Rangers then defeated No. 1 nationally ranked West Texas A&amp;M in the tournament's opening round.

"I am extremely excited and grateful to be joining Griffon Nation," Thompson said in a statement. "I want to thank Andy Carter and the entire MWSU athletic department for giving me this opportunity to lead a such a tradition-rich program.

"From the minute I got on campus and met with administration, it was clear that we shared the same collective passion and drive. I am ready to get to St. Joseph and get to work."

Prior to Regis, Thompson spent three seasons&nbsp;as the&nbsp;head softball coach at&nbsp;NAIA Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky, where she compiled an 82-70 record, including a remarkable 50-20 mark in Appalachian Athletic Conference play. She earned&nbsp;AAC Coach of the Year honors in 2017.

Thompson had a unique start to her coaching career. Originally accepting a position as the Assistant Director for Communications at Union College in February 2016, Thompson served as the Interim Head Softball Coach, starting in September 2016 before being named the full-time head coach.

In May 2016, Thompson completed her Master's Degree in Athletics Administration as a Graduate Assistant for Sports Information at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718274153091.jpeg" alt="Nicole Thompson comes to MWSU after five years as the head coach at Division II Regis University in Colorado." />
 <figcaption>Nicole Thompson comes to MWSU after five years as the head coach at Division II Regis University in Colorado.</figcaption>
 </figure>By TOMMY REZACSt. Joseph PostMissouri Western athletics announced the hiring of Nicole Thompson as the seventh head softball coach in program history Wednesday.This concludes about a month-long search after the dismissal of <a href="https://stjosephpost.com/posts/69d9afba-c68c-4cd0-a9f5-d15d2d5942eb">former head coach Joe Yegge</a> in May."We are excited to welcome Nicole and her family to the Griffon family," MWSU athletic director Andy Carter said. "She is a proven head coach, a proven culture-builder and a proven winner in all aspects on and off the field.""I am confident that she will be able to continue the success from the foundation that is already in place and re-establish our program amongst the MIAA's elite."Thompson comes to Missouri Western from NCAA Division II Regis University in Colorado, and is fresh off a Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Tournament championship and an NCAA South Central Regional appearance this past season.In her five seasons at Regis, Thompson compiled a 132-101 record, leading the Rangers to 33 wins or more in each of the last three seasons. Her 2024 squad won an RMAC Tournament title as a five-seed and earned the program's first NCAA Tournament bid since 2015.The Rangers then defeated No. 1 nationally ranked West Texas A&amp;M in the tournament's opening round."I am extremely excited and grateful to be joining Griffon Nation," Thompson said in a statement. "I want to thank Andy Carter and the entire MWSU athletic department for giving me this opportunity to lead a such a tradition-rich program."From the minute I got on campus and met with administration, it was clear that we shared the same collective passion and drive. I am ready to get to St. Joseph and get to work."Prior to Regis, Thompson spent three seasons&nbsp;as the&nbsp;head softball coach at&nbsp;NAIA Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky, where she compiled an 82-70 record, including a remarkable 50-20 mark in Appalachian Athletic Conference play. She earned&nbsp;AAC Coach of the Year honors in 2017.Thompson had a unique start to her coaching career. Originally accepting a position as the Assistant Director for Communications at Union College in February 2016, Thompson served as the Interim Head Softball Coach, starting in September 2016 before being named the full-time head coach.In May 2016, Thompson completed her Master's Degree in Athletics Administration as a Graduate Assistant for Sports Information at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri.Thompson was a dual-sport athlete in college, playing both softball and basketball for Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas. As a softball player, she was a three-time All-Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) First Team selection at shortstop.Her team won two KCAC regular season championships, and one KCAC Tournament title, making two NAIA National Tournament appearances (2012, 2013).Thompson ended her collegiate career with a .362 average, .394 slugging percentage, 203 hits, and 61 RBIs. She ranks second in Bethany history with 87 career stolen bases and fourth all-time in runs scored with 128.Thompson is married to JT Thompson and&nbsp;has&nbsp;a daughter named Kramer.&nbsp;&nbsp;