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Members of Choir Sing (and Sightsee) Their Way Through Spring Break in Italy
April 7, 2026
From Confrontation to Conversation: How Rockhurst is Working to Navigate AI in the Classroom
From Confrontation to Conversation: How Rockhurst is Working to Navigate AI in the Classroom
April 1, 2026
Freshman Sam Schwaller (in blue) and sophomore Jack McGovern (white shirt) load up their plates during the brunch portion of the Grandparents Mass and Brunch on March 1, 2026.
Grandparents Mass and Brunch Continues Tradition Bringing Generations Together
March 10, 2026
Rockhurst Announces Increased Cost of Attendance for 2026-2027 School Year
Rockhurst Announces Increased Cost of Attendance for 2026-2027 School Year
March 3, 2026
Senior Josh Battison and his parents listen to a speaker during the Signing Day ceremony on Feb. 4, 2026. Battison signed to swim at Bucknell University.
Signing Day 2026: 10 Student-Athletes Take Talents to the Next Level
February 19, 2026
Rockhurst head coach Will Gorden meets with his players on the mound for a pitching change during the road game against Blue Valley Northwest on April 8, 2026. Gorden's team, trailing at the time, would rally late, only to fall in the bottom of the seventh, 7-6. Despite the outcome, Gorden's team sits at .500 this season, a three-win improvement from last year at this point.
PHOTOS: Hawklets Claw Back, Come Up Short Against Huskies
April 14, 2026
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NCAA Tournament Primer
March 15, 2026
Former Hawklets Compete at NFL Combine, Poised to be Selected in Draft
Former Hawklets Compete at NFL Combine, Poised to be Selected in Draft
March 11, 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.
Basketball Playoff Preview: Players and Trends to Watch as Rockhurst Pursues More History
March 6, 2026
Head coach Billy Thomas talks to his team during a timeout late in the game against Pembroke Hill on Feb. 10, 2026.
Basketball Playoff Preview: Rockhurst Looks to Finish Historic Season with State Championship
March 3, 2026
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray and Pat Pribyl - Part 2
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray and Pat Pribyl – Part 2
April 27, 2026
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
February 25, 2026
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
February 20, 2026
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
February 3, 2026
Prep News Sit-Down: Steven Meyers
Prep News Sit-Down: Steven Meyers
December 19, 2025
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray and Pat Pribyl - Part 2
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray and Pat Pribyl – Part 2
April 27, 2026
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
Prep News Sit-Down: Anthony McMurray & Pat Pribyl
February 25, 2026
Rockhurst vs Center (2/17/26)
Rockhurst vs Center Varsity Basketball (2/17/26) – Prep News Live Broadcast
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
February 10, 2026
Rockhurst vs Blue Valley Varsity Basketball (12/19/25) - Prep News Live Broadcast
Rockhurst vs Blue Valley Varsity Basketball (12/19/25) – Prep News Live Broadcast
December 19, 2025
Rockhurst head coach Will Gorden meets with his players on the mound for a pitching change during the road game against Blue Valley Northwest on April 8, 2026. Gorden's team, trailing at the time, would rally late, only to fall in the bottom of the seventh, 7-6. Despite the outcome, Gorden's team sits at .500 this season, a three-win improvement from last year at this point.
PHOTOS: Hawklets Claw Back, Come Up Short Against Huskies
April 14, 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
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
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
November 14, 2025
Junior defensive back Blake Thomas pulls St. Louis University High quarterback Kyren Eleby down for the sack during the second half of their game on Oct. 24, 2025. Despite giving up three inches and 100 pounds in size, Thomas took Eleby down to force a SLUH punt.
More Photos: Rockhurst Rolls SLUH to Close Regular Season
October 29, 2025
Best of the (Lunch Time) Ballers: Class of 2026 Edition
Best of the (Lunch Time) Ballers: Class of 2026 Edition
May 5, 2026
The Definitive Ranking of Rockhurst Bathrooms
The Definitive Ranking of Rockhurst Bathrooms
September 5, 2024
Best of the (Lunch Time) Ballers
Best of the (Lunch Time) Ballers
November 28, 2023
Top 10 Lunches at Rockhurst
Top 10 Lunches at Rockhurst
January 28, 2023
The Definitive Ranking of Rockhurst Water Fountains
The Definitive Ranking of Rockhurst Water Fountains
November 23, 2022

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Rock Talk for Dec. 6

Liam Daly, Prep News TV • December 6, 2024

Let Liam Daly catch you up on many of the things happening in the closing month of the semester with this Rock Talk.  

Meet the New Rock Talk Crew!

August 25, 2023

In this quick video, the members of the first semester 2023-2024 Broadcasting II class introduce themselves and give a quick rundown of the upcoming sports calendar.

Rock Talk for May 19, 2023

May 19, 2023

On this edition, catch up on the postseason work of our spring sports teams, and hear from new SGA president Adam Kopulos about his goals and ideas for next year.  

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