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  • JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Sports Roundup

    Women’s Soccer Team End Regular Season with a Thumping  Southeast Community College Women’s Soccer team has had this nightmare before. After a 22-0 dismantling at the hands of JCCC Women’s Soccer in September, surely the Bobcats did not experience another Cav-alanche last weekend, did they?    No. The Cavs merely won 18-0.  Last match Flo Rigby

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  • JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Volleyball returns home for a very Harry Potter rivalry match   The JCCC Women’s Volleyball team continued their excellent play over a busy weekend, going 3-1 in the Heartland Classic in Normal, Ill. The Cavs won both matches on Friday, beating Heartland Community College 3-1 and Rock Valley Community College 3-1.   Saturday was another story,

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  • Meet A Cavalier Monday: Jordan Mason’s Determination Earns Him A Spot On The Team

    Meet A Cavalier Monday: Jordan Mason’s Determination Earns Him A Spot On The Team

    He played with confidence because he wanted a roster spot. 

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  • October Brings The Start Of JCCC Basketball

    October Brings The Start Of JCCC Basketball

    The women’s team is led by sophomores Anonda Ford and Layla Barnes.  The women won’t start their season until Oct. 10 at the Southwest Showcase. The women only lost one game last season, and they placed third in the national tournament. They had a perfect regular-season record.

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  • JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Sports Roundup

    Freshman forward Grace Bradley scored one goal and two assists against Neosho, establishing her as a key second scorer behind sophomore midfielder Flo Rigby, who added two goals and an assist. In total, Rigby has racked up 20 goals and 10 assists, with Bradley adding 13 goals and 11 assists this season. 

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  • JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Womens Volleyball Johnson County Community College’s Women’s Volleyball team continued their terrific season with another 3-0 victory last Wednesday against Allen County Community College. According to the JCCC volleyball stats page, this was their fifth consecutive 3-0 sweep.  In facing their Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference rival, the Cavaliers’ impressive defensive performance clinched the

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  • Historic Basketball Season Ends With Coaching Awards

    Historic Basketball Season Ends With Coaching Awards

    During his 6 years at JCCC, they have made 5 NJCAA Division II National Tournament appearances in 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026, winning three district titles in those seasons and four conference titles.  

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  • JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Sports Roundup

    The JCCC women’s team are getting ready to face Iowa Western Community College on Sept. 22 at 3 p.m., and Southeast Community College on Sept. 23, at 1pm.

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  • JCCC Sports Roundup

    JCCC Sports Roundup

    Johnson County Community College’s volleyball team is off to a hot start, opening the season 4-0 at the NJCAA Opening Weekend Tournament in Rockford, Illinois. Since then, the Cavaliers have posted 13 wins while only dropping on match.  

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  • The Messenger Mic’d Up Takes Cav Craze

    The Messenger Mic’d Up Takes Cav Craze

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to The Messenger Podcast! On this final episode of the Semester; join Zach, Emily, Jay, Prince, and more guests as they go around and explore Cav Craze 2026. Get to experience all of the crazy fun such as bull riding, basketball, awesome food, and so much more. After, join them all…

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  • JCCC Baseball Coach & Player Reflect On The Team’s Success

    JCCC Baseball Coach & Player Reflect On The Team’s Success

    Led by head coach Eric Horner, the Johnson County Community College Cavalier baseball team had a tremendous amount of success this season, finishing the 2026 regular season with an unprecedented 38-game winning streak. Currently, your Cavaliers are the No. 1-ranked team in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Since losing to Iowa Western Community…

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Welcomes Cavalier Women’s Basketball Superstar Anonda Ford

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Welcomes Cavalier Women’s Basketball Superstar Anonda Ford

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. Join Prince & Jay as they bring on special guest Anonda Ford. In today’s episode, learn all about Anonda and how she ended up on the women’s basketball team here at JCCC. Get to know how she trains for games, her favorite cheat meal, and…

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  • JCCC Softball Is Number 1

    JCCC Softball Is Number 1

    The Johnson County Community College softball team shut down Independence in their regular-season finale on Saturday, May 2. They secured the program’s fourth conference championship in the past six seasons and their 19th overall in the program. 

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  • Sports Update: JCCC’s Softball and Baseball Teams Continue to Dominate

    Sports Update: JCCC’s Softball and Baseball Teams Continue to Dominate

    The Johnson County Community College Cavaliers have had quite a busy and exciting week on both the baseball and softball diamonds, along with spring games and scrimmages for both soccer and volleyball. The Golden Girls dance team also had quite the showing at collegiate nationals. 

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  • Cleats, Commitment And Courage: Inside Kennedy Glassford’s 13-Year Softball Career

    Cleats, Commitment And Courage: Inside Kennedy Glassford’s 13-Year Softball Career

    Could you imagine doing one thing for over two-thirds of your life? Kennedy Glassford has played softball since she was six years old, spanning a total of 13 years of her life. Glassford is a Liberal Arts major and plays for the softball team. 

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks Baseball And Softball & Chiefs Draft Possibilities

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks Baseball And Softball & Chiefs Draft Possibilities

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. In today’s episode, join Prince & Jay as they talk about the current standings of our softball and baseball teams here at JCCC. After, listen as they discuss the upcoming NFL Draft and what it could mean for the future of the KC Chiefs.

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  • JCCC Baseball Is Ranked Number 1

    JCCC Baseball Is Ranked Number 1

    The steaming hot Johnson County Cavaliers batting offense charges into April ranked no. 1 overall in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division One National poll for week six with a record of 36-2 overall. This is the third straight week the team has been ranked no. 1 overall, having previously been ranked first…

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Draft Their NFL Teams

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Draft Their NFL Teams

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. Join Prince and Jay as they give some quick updates on local sports. Trying something new, as Prince and Jay play a little game. Watch as they both draft their own NFL teams to see who’s team would win. Make sure to comment who you…

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  • The Rule Of Probability: Coach Conrad On The Women’s Basketball Season Close

    The Rule Of Probability: Coach Conrad On The Women’s Basketball Season Close

    The women’s basketball season came to an end–sooner than it did last year, unfortunately. After a heart-crushing single-point loss to Pima Community College on March 20th in the semifinals, the Cavs placed third overall in the national championship tournament after beating Illinois Central College. Although they weren’t able to bring it home this year, they…

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks Playoff Basketball

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks Playoff Basketball

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. Today, join Prince and… Zach? In this episode, they talk about the unfortunate losses here at JCCC and the Kansas City area. Afterwards, they discuss how March Madness is going.

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  • JCCC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Starting Natty Run Next Week

    JCCC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Starting Natty Run Next Week

    After losing to Fort Scott Community College in the 2026 NJCAA Division 2 Plains District Tournament Semifinals, the men’s basketball team was selected as an at-large bid to compete for a National Championship.

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks NFL Free Agency

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks NFL Free Agency

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. Today we welcome Jay back into the studio. With the return, Jay and Prince share a little about their history of sports and why they wanted to be on the podcast. Continuing on, they discuss an unfortunate basketball loss, and the NFL free agency currently…

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  • JCCC Women’s Basketball Is Number 1

    JCCC Women’s Basketball Is Number 1

    Continuing their impressive and historic season, the women have been selected as the number 1 seed for the 2026 NJCAA DII Women’s Basketball Championship.

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  • JCCC Men’s Basketball Is Headed To The National Tournament

    JCCC Men’s Basketball Is Headed To The National Tournament

    Despite losing in the NJCAA Division 2 Plains District Tournament Semifinals, the men are headed to the NJCAA Basketball DII National Tournament as an at-large bid.

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Chats With A Chiefs Flag Runners

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Chats With A Chiefs Flag Runners

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. Today, Prince is joined by two other sports fanatics, Marcel and Demetrius. As always, catch up with the current standings for the teams here at JCCC. Later, get to know more about Marcel and Demetrius and why got into sports, and why they love them.…

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  • The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks Basketball & Olympics

    The JCCC Sports Podcast Talks Basketball & Olympics

    Hello Viewers! Welcome back to another episode of JCCC Sports. In today’s episode, Prince and Jay will discuss the current standings for our JCCC men’s and women’s basketball teams, and how close we are to winning it all. After, join them as they also talk about other local teams and how they are doing, and…

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  • Cav Sports: JCCC Baseball’s Impressive Start & Chiefs Off-Season Moves

    Cav Sports: JCCC Baseball’s Impressive Start & Chiefs Off-Season Moves

    Cavaliers baseball is as hot as a Kansas summer, with a record of 18-2 and a 12-game win streak before losing their second game against Iowa Western Community College on Friday, then taking two-of-two on Saturday. Before the face-off against IWCC, the Cavaliers were ranked No. 4 in NJCAA Division 1.

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  • JCCC Basketball Makes History

    JCCC Basketball Makes History

    By both defeating Allen County Community College on Feb. 25, JCCC men and women’s basketball teams made history by becoming the first ever program, all levels combined, the go undefeated in the regular season.

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  • Cav Sports: JCCC Basketball On The Verge Of Making History

    Cav Sports: JCCC Basketball On The Verge Of Making History

    Have a women’s and men’s collegiate basketball program ever finished a single regular season without either of them losing a game? If so, we cannot find it, though one came close last year. That is exactly what is at stake on Wednesday for the JCCC basketball programs, currently a combined 5

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  • It’s The JCCC Sports Podcast Premiere

    It’s The JCCC Sports Podcast Premiere

    Hello Listeners! Welcome to the Official Sports Podcast for JCCC’s The Messenger! Here is where you can get all of the newest information on JCCC sports and even some other local teams.

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  • Cav Sports: JCCC Basketball Still Undefeated & Hot Start For JCCC Baseball 

    Cav Sports: JCCC Basketball Still Undefeated & Hot Start For JCCC Baseball 

    It was a good week for Cavs basketball, as both the men’s and women’s teams were victorious to stay undefeated.

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  • JCCC’s Fitness Center Is More Than Meets The Eye

    JCCC’s Fitness Center Is More Than Meets The Eye

    Students are back on campus, the spring semester is in full swing, and the pressure of classes is ramping up. Now is a perfect time to relieve school stress and sharpen mental focus. One way to accomplish this is through physical activity. 

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  • Cav Sports: JCCC VS. KCK Community College Basketball Week

    Cav Sports: JCCC VS. KCK Community College Basketball Week

    Johnson County Community College’s women’s basketball will make a quick stop in KCK to face their rival, Kansas City Kansas Community College in a regular-season matchup on Wednesday, Feb. 11. This game is a must-win for the Cavaliers to keep their undefeated record and number 1 ranking.  

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  • Game Action, Commercials, Halftime Show: The Messenger Staff Recaps Super Bowl LX

    Game Action, Commercials, Halftime Show: The Messenger Staff Recaps Super Bowl LX

    The Seattle Seahawks won Super Bowl LX with a decisive 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots for their second Super Bowl victory in franchise history. Super Bowl LX was a rematch of Seattle’s last Super Bowl appearance, where the Patriots won with a last-play interception by Malcom Butler–a play that still lives rent-free in…

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  • Why Don’t Students Attend JCCC Sports?

    Why Don’t Students Attend JCCC Sports?

    The Johnson County Community College sports programs are among some of the best in the nation across multiple sports, respective to their divisions. With the Women’s basketball team fresh off a JUCO D2 National Championship and other main sports currently highly ranked, such as Soccer and Volleyball, JCCC sports should be in high attendance on…

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  • JCCC Men’s Basketball Freshmen Are Not Scared Of Pressure

    JCCC Men’s Basketball Freshmen Are Not Scared Of Pressure

    The Messenger brings you a special Men’s Freshmen Basketball Highlight reel from their Nov. 18th, 2025 game against Central Community College.

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  • Dominant Offense And Lockdown Defense Help JCCC Women Basketball Stay Undefeated

    Dominant Offense And Lockdown Defense Help JCCC Women Basketball Stay Undefeated

    The Johnson County Community College Women’s basketball team continues to make its mark this season, remaining undefeated while displaying one of the most balanced and dangerous performances in the NJCAA. 

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  • JCCC Women’s Soccer Falls in Playoffs

    JCCC Women’s Soccer Falls in Playoffs

    On Nov. 18th, the JCCC Women’s Soccer team suffered a devastating overtime defeat at 4-3 to Jones College in the 2025 NJCAA Dll Women’s Soccer Championship – Pool A game, marking the Cavs one and only loss of the season. 

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  • Freshman Force: Ava Esser Leads The Cavalier Charge In Playoff Run

    Freshman Force: Ava Esser Leads The Cavalier Charge In Playoff Run

    The JCCC Women’s Volleyball team is making big moves this season. With a current overall record of 24-7, they are averaging 13.06 kills per set and are ranked 6th in the NJCAA Dll. At this point, the Cavaliers are well into the playoffs after another hard-fought win against the 4th-ranked NJCAA Dll Cowley County Community…

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  • JCCC’s Fitness Center Takes Care Of Student Wellness

    JCCC’s Fitness Center Takes Care Of Student Wellness

    Discover the many resources offered by the JCCC Fitness Center and Student Wellness.

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  • JCCC Intramural Basketball Offers Friendly Competition

    JCCC Intramural Basketball Offers Friendly Competition

    On Thursday nights, JCCC’s lower gym turns into a battlefield–it’s not a battle for scholarships or trophies, but for bragging rights. Although it only happens once a week, there is no shortage of heavy competition. JCCC intramural basketball has its own unique kind of chemistry, one that not even organized sports can replicate. How do…

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  • JCCC Women’s Basketball Freshmen Talk Mindset

    JCCC Women’s Basketball Freshmen Talk Mindset

    The Messenger brings you a special Women’s Freshmen Basketball Highlight reel from their game on November 7th, 2025.

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  • JCCC Women’s Basketball Showcases Skill In Exhibition Match

    JCCC Women’s Basketball Showcases Skill In Exhibition Match

    The Johnson County Women’s Basketball team had a great win against the Northwest Missouri State Bearcats in an exhibition match at home. The Cavaliers led on the floor by Mia Adams, put up a hard fight eventually closing in on a win to remind everyone who the reigning champs are. The Cavaliers are looking to…

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  • JCCC Men’s Soccer Is Locked In For Postseason Run

    JCCC Men’s Soccer Is Locked In For Postseason Run

    With the postseason approaching, the Johnson County Community College men’s soccer team is carrying confidence, focus and belief that their hard work will pay off. 

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  • The Messenger’s One-On-One With JCCC’s Jean-Claude: What Is The Story Behind The Mask?

    The Messenger’s One-On-One With JCCC’s Jean-Claude: What Is The Story Behind The Mask?

    He’s known by many names. The Cavalier, the mascot, the funny hat guy–most importantly, he is Jean Claude, and this JC is the ambassador of our JCCC. But really, who is Jean Claude? Who is behind the mask? And how did an English soldier make it to Johnson County Community College? 

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  • JCCC Women’s Basketball Is Ready To Go Back-To-Back

    JCCC Women’s Basketball Is Ready To Go Back-To-Back

    Cavs, the leaves are finally descending upon us with the arrival of fall, which also means the arrival of basketball at JCCC. After a classic revenge run for the National Championship last year, our hoopers are back and ready to put JCCC in the spotlight once again. The question is, what players should we look…

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  • JCCC’s Fellowship Of Christian Athletes Builds Community Around Faith

    JCCC’s Fellowship Of Christian Athletes Builds Community Around Faith

    At schools across the world, student athletes juggle competition, academics, and personal growth. It can be difficult to learn how to keep all these different aspects of life afloat, but fortunately, JCCC has re-established the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) program, led by none other than our Athletic Director, Tony Tompkins. Despite not receiving much…

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  • Student Support Fuels JCCC Soccer Spirit

    Student Support Fuels JCCC Soccer Spirit

    At Johnson County Community College, events like Soccer Student Night demonstrate the profound impact of student support on both athletes and the broader campus community. Whether in the stands or on the field, the connection between fans and players helps build a strong sense of pride and energy across JCCC. 

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  • Cav Sports: Final Stretches Of The Regular Season JCCC Volleyball & Soccer

    Cav Sports: Final Stretches Of The Regular Season JCCC Volleyball & Soccer

    There are only four games left for the Johnson County Community College women’s volleyball team over the next three weeks, but maybe you can’t attend all of them. Which game(s) should you attend? Are any of the last four games important for our Lady Cavaliers? Let’s look at a couple of things.

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  • A Busy Fall For The Golden Girls

    A Busy Fall For The Golden Girls

    “Thank you for being a friend. Travel down the road and back again.” … Oh no, that’s not these Golden Girls! JCCC’s Golden Girls are pretty different from Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and Sophia.  “The Golden Girls dance team was founded in 1999,” Golden Girls’ coach Amy Sellers said. “We don’t have cheerleaders on campus, so…

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  • Students Find Community And Fun Through Intramural Volleyball

    Students Find Community And Fun Through Intramural Volleyball

    Johnson County Community College students are discovering that intramural volleyball is more than just a sport— it’s a way to make friends, learn new skills, and enjoy stress-free competition. 

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  • Cavs Sports: Big Games Ahead For JCCC Soccer & Big Win For Women’s Volleyball

    Cavs Sports: Big Games Ahead For JCCC Soccer & Big Win For Women’s Volleyball

    The Johnson County Community College men’s soccer team is preparing for two important matchups this week. The Cavaliers will host Central Community College-Columbus on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 5:30 p.m., followed by a home game against Neosho County Community College on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 7:00 p.m. Both contests will take place in Overland Park…

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  • Cavs Sports: Soccer & Volleyball Teams Have Their Eyes On October

    Cavs Sports: Soccer & Volleyball Teams Have Their Eyes On October

    The Johnson County Community College women’s soccer team is unstoppable. With a perfect record, they are on pace to beat their previous all-time win/loss record of 17-2. This week, the Cavilers beat Southeast Community College and Kansas City Kansas Community College in two very different matches.

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  • Cavaliers Women Push Momentum, Men Battle To Draw In Saturday Doubleheader

    Cavaliers Women Push Momentum, Men Battle To Draw In Saturday Doubleheader

    It was a busy Saturday for Johnson County Community College soccer, with the women continuing their strong run while fighting to a draw against KCCC. 

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  • Cavs Sports: Women’s Soccer Stays Undefeated, Men’s Bounce Back

    Cavs Sports: Women’s Soccer Stays Undefeated, Men’s Bounce Back

    The No. 2-ranked Johnson County women’s soccer team secured three victories this past week, adding 11 goals and 3 clean sheets to its perfect 9-0 record. 

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  • JCCC Volleyball Sweeps Labette Community College

    JCCC Volleyball Sweeps Labette Community College

    The JCCC Volleyball team showed off their skills in a 3-0 sweep against Labette Community College on Sept. 10, 2025. Their chemistry together allowed for a dominant offensive performance. Adelyn Hemphill, Carlie Martin, and Kennedie Witthaus all gave their insight on what allowed them to execute such an impressive win.

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  • Cavs Men’s Soccer Extends streak with Strong Team Chemistry

    Cavs Men’s Soccer Extends streak with Strong Team Chemistry

    The Johnson County Community College men’s soccer team continues to build momentum, extending their winning streak with a series of strong performances, including four shutouts in their last five matches. 

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  • Cavs Sports: JCCC’s Sports Teams Shine

    Cavs Sports: JCCC’s Sports Teams Shine

    Since the season began in August, the JCCC Women’s Volleyball team has delivered an impressive performance, winning 10 of 13 games so far, with 16 left on the schedule.

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  • JCCC’s Volleyball Next Generation Making Waves

    JCCC’s Volleyball Next Generation Making Waves

    As the 2025-26 season starts, Johnson County Community College’s volleyball lineup has been stacked with young and youthful energy, and it’s paying off in a big way. 

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  • Cavaliers close season strong: Baseball and Softball Shine in Postseason

    Cavaliers close season strong: Baseball and Softball Shine in Postseason

    The JCCC men’s Cavaliers baseball team had a good summer; they won their third straight NJCAA Division I Plains District Tournament title, going undefeated in Salina, Kansas. This helped them earn a spot in the NJCAA World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado, where they had standout moments in the tournament. This included a 13-0 run-rule…

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