Barton men tabbed fifth in the Jayhawk West #GoBarton

2021 Men's Basketball KJCCC Preseason Coaches Poll

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

The Barton Community College men's basketball team has been predicted to finish fifth in the Jayhawk West for the 2020-21 season according to the league member coaches' voting.

Placing second in the West last season, the Cougars had their year come to an end in the Region VI Quarterfinals to conclude the campaign at 23-9 overall.

Barton returns four players, each seeing considerable court time including time in the starting lineup.

"There are a lot of improved teams in our league this year and it should make for some great competition," said Head Coach Craig Fletchall. "The Jayhawk Conference will continue to have several programs ranked among the nation's elite."

The Cougars launch the new season at the friendly confines of the Barton Gym on Wednesday, January 20, against Ottawa University before hitting the road for the conference opener at Independence Community College on January 27.

Hutchinson Community College has been tabbed the conference favorite with Dodge City Community College and defending West champion Colby Community College trailing in the poll. Seward County Community College is predicted for the spot ahead of the Cougars with Garden City Community College behind in sixth.

2021 KJCCC Men's Basketball predicted order of finish As per conference regulations, no fans will be allowed in attendance until at least February 5. The Barton Sports Network, the live streaming avenue of Barton Athletic events, will be streaming all home events with most opponents also live streaming. Audio and video coverage links can be located on the Barton women's basketball schedule page. Contests are available to view live via a fee or after the event as each game is archived for later viewing and/or downloading. Cost for home basketball games are $4.99 per game or $50.00 for a season pass. To create an account for viewing go to www.BartonSports.com/webstream or contact the Barton Sports Information Department at Athletics@bartonccc.edu or (620) 792-9310 for more information.

For fans wishing to show their support in the stands, purchase your "Barton Bleacher Buddy" for just $25 each as proceeds help support the Barton tennis programs. An 18"x30" cutout of your image of choice will be proudly displayed in the stands showing your support for the Cougars in action. For more information, contact Lyle Stickney at StickneyL@bartonccc.edu or at (620) 786-0099.