KC Bravos Crowned Champions at Historic Tournament | Wichita News

The KC Bravos capped off a historic weekend by winning the 78th Newton Mexican American Athletic Club men’s fastpitch tournament, defeating the KC Indios in the championship game. This oldest tournament of its kind for Mexican American men brought together nine teams from Kansas, Colorado, and Texas, blending fierce competition with deep community pride. Beyond the games, the event celebrated legacy and service: three high school seniors received $500 scholarships, and Isabel Sandoval was honored with the $1,000 Connie Palacioz Scholarship — recognizing her embodiment of Palacioz’s spirit, Wichita’s “Rosie the Riveter,” who championed women workers during WWII. The tournament also debuted the “Women of the 4th Award,” spotlighting lifelong community leaders like Sandoval, proving that excellence on the field and dedication off it are inseparable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4bb34691f0b26320