Share this post or save for later8/21/1948 – 1/26/2026LawrenceMichael Forcade, born August 21, 1948, died in his home January 26th from complications of post-polio syndrome. Michael’s entrepreneurial spirit and love of sport led him to Las Vegas where he lived for 30 years. He enjoyed sports gambling and devised many a successful betting strategy which led to his hosting a regular Las Vegas TV show, “This Week in Sports”. He retired to Lawrence, KS in 2012 where enjoyed football, basketball, and lively banter. He is survived by his brother Tim Forcade and Betsy Forcade of Lawrence, KS.