Derek Ho

@UnivOfKansas MSW Graduate/Rock Chalk/Sports Fanatic

@UWEauClaire alum/BSW

[Blake Aerni @BlakeAerni]

Algeria head coach Vladimir Petković said, via translation, that he was nearly brought to tears to see hundreds of fans welcoming his team to Lawrence, Kansas.

Went on to say he hopes Algeria go to the knockout round so all of Kansas can travel along with them 🇩🇿

[Algerian Embassy in the USA @Ambalgindc]

A remarkable display of friendship, warmth, and community spirit.

Hundreds of residents came together to celebrate Algeria and welcome the Algerian National Team⚽️ as they begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 journey.

The magnificent earthwork of the Algerian flag created by renowned artist Stan Herd stands as a powerful symbol of the unique bond that has developed between Kansas and Algeria. More than a work of art, it reflects the enthusiasm, generosity, and heartfelt support extended to Algeria🇩🇿 by the local community🇺🇸.

As the world gathers for the FIFA World Cup 2026🏆, a special story is being written in Kansas, a story of friendship, cultural exchange, and human connection that will leave a lasting mark on this historic tournament.
Thank you, Kansas, for your extraordinary welcome
🇩🇿🤝🇺🇸
📸 Photo by Shannon Beat (@beat.aerial)
🌍 Earthwork by Stan Herd and Team Herd (@stan_herd_arts)
🚁 Drone photo taken on June 13, 2026
#LawrenceKS #Kansas #Algeria #WorldCup2026 #TeamAlgeria #Friendship #CulturalDiplomacy #StanHerd #RockChalkAlger

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Population of Curaçao~ 155,000

Population of Germany~84 million

Around 6,000 Curaçao fans in attendance, so about 4% of the whole country.

#WorldCup

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Curaçao!!!

Welcome to the World Cup!

[FOX Sports @FOXSports]

CURAÇAO SCORES ITS FIRST-EVER FIFA WORLD CUP GOAL 🇨🇼

THE SMALLEST NATION TO EVER QUALIFY HAS ITS MOMENT!

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Per Ben Golliver of ESPN, the Spurs were +57 in 1st quarters in the Finals.

The Knicks won the rest, winning quarters 2-4 by 29, 14, and 27, respectively.

It's not how you start...

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Vini Jr. takes matters into his own hands

Cannot give this guy that much space

1-1

#WorldCup2026

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Morocco clearly the better team

Brazil contributing to this with all the turnovers

#WorldCup2026

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Pulisic a man among boys
Completely dominating

#CaptainAmerica

[U.S. Soccer Men's National Team @USMNT]

PULISIC TO BALOGUN TO DOUBLE THE LEAD! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[Kansas Jayhawks @KUAthletics]

Thanks for stopping by, Team Algeria! 🇩🇿

[Kansas Men’s Basketball @KUHoops]

Team Algeria 🤝 Allen Fieldhouse

#RockChalk x @LesVerts

[ESPN FC @ESPNFC]

THE FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 IS HERE 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦

The greatest tournament of them all. Sit back, relax and enjoy the football 🙌

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Spurs were held to 30 points in the 2nd half

Spurs had 30 points with 4:15 left in the 1st qtr

It's not how you start...

#Brutal
#ComebackKnicks

[NEW YORK KNICKS @nyknicks]

THE GREATEST COMEBACK IN NBA PLAYOFF HISTORY.

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

@TheFieldOf68 @CoreyTulaba He doesn't have a flaw that stands out on tape. If anything, athleticism isn't ideal. His only flaw is that his ceiling isn't as high as DP or AJ. Floor is super high but teams at the top usually draft for ceiling.

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

@AlgerianFooty Welcome to Lawrence! My home for 7 years before I recently moved. I miss it! Enjoy!

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

@AbdurazakDube @ESPNInsights @espn Spurs won by 4. Would not call that being whooped...

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Spurs score 21 pts off 13 NYK turnovers, have 10 more FTAs, and 7 more makes.

Castle with the huge 3 and 2 late FTs
Wemby finally asserts himself; ran more pick and roll for lobs

Hart with 16 but Bridges was a no show

All 3 games won by the road team

Repeat of 1993 Finals?

[ESPN @espn]

WE GOT A SERIES 🍿

Wemby and the Spurs win the first Finals game at MSG in 27 years to get on the board 👽

[Kansas Baseball @KUBaseball]

45 wins.
3 championships.
2 postseason weekends in Lawrence.

We couldn’t be more proud.

#RockChalk

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

@PayHeedKCSN Anything at this point

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

Rahe finally throws a strike but it might not matter with the count at 3-1.

Weather delay. Likely delays the inevitable but could it help the Jayhawks to reset?

Likely the former but we can only hope.

#RockChalk

[Derek Ho @derekho23]

2nd inning is mercifully and finally over.

Can KU get back into this game?