An extraordinarily proud New England native, I was born in Northern Vermont and raised in a small border town called Franklin which boasts more cows than people and and exceptional views of foliage and Canada. At the encouragement of my father (an alum), I came to Laramie in 2007 hoping to become a Sports Journalist but quickly changed my mind and decided that I preferred talking over writing. Thus, I graduated from the University of Wyoming in 2011 with a degree in Communication. During my years at the University of Wyoming, I played a semi-mediocre role in the long-awaited rebirth of the UW Student Radio Station, serving as the station's first Sports Director and hosting a morning sports-talk show called 'Sorry To Wake You.' Frequently heard but rarely seen, I have been the Public Address Announcer for almost every sports team at the University of Wyoming and have announced a number of miscellaneous events (sports and otherwise) throughout the Laramie and UW community. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife Loryn and my dog June. I enjoy playing almost any sport the Laramie weather allows, spontaneous trivia competitions and all music that sounds good. I fight regularly to defend the honor of the Boston Red Sox; I cheer for the San Antonio Spurs almost entirely because of my admiration for David Robinson; my favorite sports writers are John Feinstein and Rick Reilly; my favorite band is Barenaked Ladies.
Wesley Kempton
Listen Live to Laramie Little League Baseball
Laramie Little League All-Star teams are in Green River for the State Tournament and KOWB is proud to bring you coverage of the 11/12 yr-old team as they try for their 7th consecutive state title and coverage of the 9/10 yr-old team as they try for their third consecutive title.
Laramie Advances to State Little League Title Game
On Friday afternoon in Green River, Laramie's 11/12 year-old Little League All-Stars defeated Gillette 8-3 to clinch a berth in the Wyoming State Little League Championship game. Amazingly enough, Laramie's 9/10 year-old squad also defeated a team from Gillette on Friday, 18-6, and will also play Saturday for a shot at the state title.
Laramie Little League Suffers First Loss in State Tournament
On a hot Thursday afternoon in Green River, the six-time defending state champion Laramie Little League All-Star team sweltered to a scorching Cody team, 13-3 in five innings.
Despite losing, Laramie is still alive in the double-elimination tournament, but with the loss, face a must-win situation against Gillette, Friday at 4:00 p.m. Online coverage of the game will begin at 3:55 p.m. and can be heard by clicking here.
Laramie Little League Wins State Tournament Opener
On Wednesday night in Green River, the Laramie Little League All-Stars opened up the State Little League Tournament with a four inning win over Riverton.
Seeking their seventh consecutive state title, Laramie came into the state tournament having won three straight games by a total of 34 runs, and Laramie continued that dominance by defeating Riverton 13-3. With the win, Laramie will play Cody in the second round Thursday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. Online coverage will begin at 3:55 and can be heard online by clicking here.
Laramie Little League Advances to District 2 Championship
On Thursday in Gillette, the Laramie Little League All-Star team defeated Newcastle 10-0 in four innings to advance to the District 2 Championship, and qualify for a berth in the Wyoming State Tournament.
Waldo Canyon Fire Time Lapse Video
Last week, we witnessed the most destructive fire in Colorado state history. Approximately 350 homes were lost and we all watched as shocking video and images showed the fire enter into Colorado Springs.
Wildfires Abound in Wyoming and Colorado
Hot temperatures, strong winds, dry conditions have plagued the area, and fires continue to rise throughout Wyoming and Colorado, with a half dozen significant wildfires in the two states.
Colts Notch 5th Win, Look For .500
After dropping three straight on the road, the Laramie Colts returned home last night looking for a win. They found one.