Roo News

Men’s Basketball Delivers Defeat to South Dakota

Karine Robinson, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024

On Saturday, the Kansas City Roos men’s basketball team faced off against the South Dakota Coyotes in a game that ended with a 81-57 victory for the Roos. Kansas City delivered a performance coded with teamwork and strategy during UMKC Law School Night at...

An Update to the UMKC Arena

Cristian Martinez and Ellen Beshuk
August 31, 2023

As the first weeks of school pass, the Oak Street development project continues to trend in multiple directions. According to a source close to the situation, Chancellor Mauli G. Agrawal is still awaiting the proposal from multiple developers. While the Request For...

The Roos Make Major Upgrade For Men’s Basketball

Cristian Martinez, Sports Editor
August 31, 2023

The Kansas City Roos’ men’s basketball team will have a newly renovated locker room thanks to a large donation from a supporter of the organization. KC Athletics announced on Aug. 31 that Herb and Bonnie Buchbinder donated a large sum to help improve the men’s...

Summit League Men’s Basketball Tournament Preview

Zach Gunter, Staff Writer
February 28, 2023

The Kansas City Roos’ men’s basketball regular season ended silently. However, it’s Summit League Championship Tournament time, and the Roos’ first matchup looks to be favorable. Kansas City’s first-round face-off is against the Omaha Mavericks, a...

Roos Desperate For Momentum Leading Up to Summit League Tournament

Lane Mayo, Staff Writer
February 23, 2023

On the precipice of the 2023 Summit League tournament, the Kansas City Roos women's basketball program is in dire straits. With six consecutive losses, the Roos (3-13 conference, 7-20 overall) have guaranteed themselves the tenth seed heading into Sioux Falls, SD next...