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Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
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Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
Joshua Hunt, Prep News TV • February 25, 2026
Photo of the Semester Winner – Colt Scanlon
Senior Max Moylan rises to launch a 3-pointer during the second half of the game against Pembroke Hill on Feb. 10, 2026. Moylan missed this shot, but knocked down a pair of triples in the first half and scored eight points overall in the Hawklets' 59-44 win.
Hawklets Take Down Pembroke Hill, Continue Undefeated Run
Jack Grisolano, Staff Writer • February 17, 2026

In high school basketball, going up against teams who have a player committed to a Power 4 program is never a small feat. Despite an 8-11 record...

Senior Hueston Saunders puts up the floater in the first half of the rivalry game against Shawnee Mission East on Jan. 30, 2026. The basket would provide two of Saunders' 14 points in the Hawklets' 56-51 win, their fourth straight in the series. This was the first year the game was played at Municipal Arena in downtown Kansas City as opposed to on the campus of one of the schools.
Rockhurst Tested, But Prevails Over East for Fourth Straight Year
Ethan Erwin, Staff Writer • February 6, 2026

It might have been a new venue, but the Rockhurst-Shawnee Mission East basketball game still delivered some of the same energy and excitement...

Senior forward Callen Eskew shoots a free throw during the third quarter of the rivalry game against Shawnee Mission East on Jan. 31, 2024. Eskew led the Hawklets in scoring with 16 as Rockhurst controlled the game against the Lancers and pulled away to win 68-52.
Rockhurst-East Basketball Rivalry Set to Tip in Iconic Venue
Ethan Erwin, Staff Writer • January 30, 2026

Rockhurst doesn't lack for rivals when it comes to athletics. Games against Bishop Miege, St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Pius X always mark battles...

Members of the Rockhurst Lion Dragon Squad perform during the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Lunar New Year celebration on Jan. 26, 2025.
Lions Among Men: The Impact and Importance of the Rockhurst Lion Dance Team
Jack Grisolano, Staff Writer • February 20, 2026

The roll of the drum sounds first, followed by the clanging of cymbals and gongs, eventually synchronizing into a harmony with the pounding drums....

Latavia Azan has been a part of the Rockhurst community for more than five years. She became a United States citizen in early January.
Ms. Latavia Becomes a Citizen
Noah Johnson, Staff Writer • February 3, 2026

Latavia Azan, more commonly known as Ms. Latavia, is the Assistant Director for Dining Services here at Rockhurst. She is very well known...

Prep News Sit-Down: Steven Meyers
Prep News Sit-Down: Steven Meyers
Joshua Hunt, Prep News TV • December 19, 2025

Prep News TV's Joshua Hunt sat down with Rockhurst's facilities supervisor, Steven Meyers, to discuss the things that go on behind the scenes...

Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
Joshua Hunt, Prep News TV • February 25, 2026
Rockhurst vs Center (2/17/26)
Rockhurst vs Center Varsity Basketball (2/17/26) – Prep News Live Broadcast
Ivan Burns, Henry Hahn • February 17, 2026
Rockhurst vs Pembroke Hill Varsity Basketball (2/10/26) - Prep News Live Broadcast
Rockhurst vs Pembroke Hill Varsity Basketball (2/10/26) – Prep News Live Broadcast
Ivan Burns, Prep News TV • February 10, 2026
Senior Hueston Saunders shoots a free throw in the third quarter of the rivalry game against Shawnee Mission East on Jan. 30, 2026. Saunders scored 14 points in the Hawklets' 56-51 win, their fourth straight in the series. This was the first year the game was played at Municipal Arena in downtown Kansas City as opposed to on the campus of one of the schools.
Photos: Rockhurst Overcomes Early Deficit to Win State Line Showdown
Aaron De La Cruz Benavides, Prep News Media • February 6, 2026
Sophomore running back Ben Hayes hops out of an attempted tackle before sprinting down the sideline for a 70-yard touchdown during the fourth quarter of the district semifinal game against Fort Osage on Nov. 7, 2025. It was the last touchdown of the game for Rockhurst, but they didn't need more as they soared to a 41-13 win.
More Photos: Hawklets Soar Over Fort Osage and into District Final
Elliot Thomas, Prep News Media • November 14, 2025
Freshman Cruz Lewandowski (47) and sophomore Elijah Curtis take a moment before the start of the district semifinal game against Fort Osage on Nov. 7, 2025.
Photos: Hawklets Soar Over Fort Osage and into District Final
Elliot Thomas, Prep News Media • November 14, 2025