Kansas City’s unbreakable spirit shines through its heroes and teams. Royals owner John Sherman shows deep-rooted loyalty to the city, despite fierce criticism during the downtown ballpark debate. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes adapted his fearless style to embrace a gritty, smarter game plan, proving flexibility leads to greatness.
Veterans like George Brett and Tom Watson honor their friends’ fights against ALS with lifetime commitments, embodying resilience. Meanwhile, Coach Andy Reid's steady leadership drives the Chiefs' quest for a historic three-peat, blending humility with relentless competitiveness.
NO. 1: GEORGE BRETT AND TOM WATSON FONDLY REMEMBER THIS ICON WHO TRULY MADE KANSAS CITY BETTER
Among the deeply personal reasons George Brett and Tom Watson are driven to fight ALS is this beloved Kansas City leader. | Published June 4, 2024 | Read Full Story by Vahe Gregorian
NO. 2: WHY CHIEFS ARE AIRING IT OUT AFTER PATRICK MAHOMES CONCEDED PUNTING IS ACCEPTABLE
On the way to winning their second straight Super Bowl and third in five seasons, the Chiefs’ offense was relegated to almost a cameo role and has to return to form for a chance at a three-peat. | Published July 25, 2024 | Read Full Story by Vahe Gregorian
NO. 3: CONTRARY TO FALSE NARRATIVES, KC ROYALS OWNER JOHN SHERMAN IS CRUCIAL COMMUNITY PILLAR
Through the eyes of seven of the numerous beneficiaries of Royals owner John Sherman’s philanthropy, here’s the truth about his meaning to Kansas City. | Published September 13, 2024 | Read Full Story by Vahe Gregorian
NO. 4: HOW CHIEFS’ AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME WIN OVER BUFFALO VALIDATES SEASON OF GRINDING WINS
“The strength of our team is the team, right?” | Published January 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Vahe Gregorian
NO. 5: WHY ANDY REID’S THE PERFECT COACH TO LEAD KANSAS CITY CHIEFS’ HISTORIC THREE-PEAT QUEST
“They put something in the Geritol,” said Andy Reid, who loves to use self-deprecating humor to deflect an ever-present spotlight. | Published February 2, 2025 | Read Full Story by Vahe Gregorian
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