Wichita Sports Commission

Never forgotten. 💛🖤

Our hearts remain with the victims, the survivors, and their loved ones as we remember the 31 lives lost on this day 56 years ago.

Experience March Madness in Wichita! 🏀

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Presale began today, October 1, and ends October 2 at 11:59 p.m. ET. 👀

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Go Shockers

52 years. That's how long it had been since an American team won the FIBA Intercontinental Cup. 🌍🏆

Wichita's own Caleb Grill helped end it, going 4-0 with NBA G League United in Beijing and taking down Rytas Vilnius 89-86 in the final. Second title of 2026 for the Maize alum! 💪

“As a kid, everybody always dreamed of being in this opportunity,” Grill said. “I want to thank the people who have helped put me in this position to fulfill a dream I’ve had since I was a little kid. I’m just trying to take it all in and be a sponge everywhere I’m going.”

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Wichita native. Former Shocker. 2026 PBA Rookie of the Year. 🏆🎳

Congrats to Brandon Bonta on a historic first season, including a major title in his pro debut and a record-setting rookie earnings run.

Thanks for making Wichita proud, Brandon! 🌻
Here's to your continued success!

The deadline to register is fast approaching! This is always a great time!

🌻 Bragging rights, buses, and buffets! Sunflower Showdown weekend is back, and whether you bleed purple or crimson and blue, the Governor's Cup is on the line and Bill Snyder Family Stadium is the place to be. Grab your seat, we'll grab the wheel.

Join the Wichita Sports Commission and Village Travel for an all-inclusive charter trip to the Sunflower Showdown between the Kansas State Wildcats and Kansas Jayhawks.

📅 Game Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
📅 Registration Deadline: Saturday, October 10, 2026

Sunflower Showdown Charter & Tailgate — $350/person
Kickoff time and bus departure will be announced mid-October

Register Here! https://cbo.io/app/public/bidapp/sunflowershowdown

Turns out saying "yes, I'll volunteer!" comes with some pretty great side effects. 👀 Free food, gift cards, tickets to experiences around town, and the satisfaction of helping run one of Wichita's best fall events!

Help cheer on over 3400 runners while they reach their goals and become a part of our Course Crew today.😄The Fall Prairie Fire Marathon will be seeing our largest turnout in a decade, with runners from all over — 45 states and 5 countries, joining in on the fun!

Come support your community, and get some great perks while you're at it!

October 11th is race day! 📆 Sign up below!

https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/KS/Wichita/FallPrairieFireMarathon

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In this issue of our newsletter, we remember Jim Kobbe, a beloved figure in Wichita sports, and highlight upcoming events including the upcoming Prairie Fire Marathon, our need for volunteers, and great sports events coming to the 316.

You won't want to miss it! ⬇️

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Happy Trails, Windy!

After years of pumping up crowds at Equity Bank Park, Windy the Wind Surge mascot has officially hung up his cleats! As Wichita's Double-A club prepares to become the Wichita Turbo Tubs next season, we couldn't let Windy's last homestand pass without a proper send-off.

Thanks for the high-fives, the dugout dance-offs, and years of making Wichita baseball a little more fun, Windy.

Enjoy the retirement, you've earned it!

Wichita Wind Surge