SportsTown Series
Getting Swept Away With Curling in Kansas City
A small but devoted group of curling followers have formed a league in Kansas City.
Ballin’ in The Club
For the first time in weeks, the parking lot at 2415 Independence Ave. is full of cars. Running a bit late, John Liberto passes under the red, white and green awning that reads MEMBERS ONLY and enters the American Sons of Columbus social club. He’s welcomed by the smell of cigars, handshakes, kisses and signed…
Lots Of Axes, No Victims
Flatland’s SportsTown series looks at the growing popularity of axe-throwing in Kansas City.
Prime Time for Pickleball in Kansas City
Dubbed “the fastest growing sport in America” by the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA), Pickleball has come a long way since it was invented on a Saturday afternoon in Washington state back in 1965. It’s booming in Kansas City.
Rock Climbers Reach New Heights in Kansas City
Kansas City rock climbing is trending up for adventure-seekers of any skill level.
Disc Golf: Kansas City’s Famed Fringe Sport
The variety of disc golf courses around Kansas City reflects years of the city’s rich history in the sport — and they’re open to anyone.