Marais De Cygne’s Akyra Traver – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Junior guard Akyra Traver from Marais De Cygne is one of the most complete players in the state. The junior is a stat sheet stuffer who flirts with a triple-double game in and game out. The junior has played basketball for over eight years and is averaging 20 points per game, 8.5 […]
Oberlin’s Tyler Ostmeyer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Oberlin High School junior Tyler Ostmeyer is having a standout season, averaging 17 points, 12 rebounds, and nearly 3 blocks per game for the Red Devils. His performance on both ends of the court has been a key factor in the team’s success. “Tyler is a great basketball player. He uses his […]
St. James Academy’s Emmitt Peters – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Junior standout Emmitt Peters from St. James Academy has been one of the most consistent players for the Thunder. After a 5-17 record last season, the Thunder have already surpassed that win total just 13 games into this year. Peters has played a key role in the team’s turnaround, providing steady performances […]
How to Make Exercise a Habit:12 Tips to Support Your Fitness Goals – Advanced Physical Therapy
Tip #1: Use Implementation IntentionsThis tactic involves setting a firm intention of when and where to acton a habit. You create a mental contract that deters procrastinationby stating the specific conditions under which you’ll exercise. Tip #2: Use SMARTSetting clear goals is essential when creating new habits. That’swhere the SMART framework comes in. SMART stands […]
Douglass’ Justin West – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by KTAG
By Matt Browning Being a leader for the Douglass basketball program shouldn’t be confined to one specific area, says Justin West. It should be everywhere. “Leadership in my eyes is showing how to set an example for others in the weightroom to the classroom or on the field,” West said. “I fulfill this by showing up […]
Salina Central’s Cheer Squad – Team Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Being a cheerleader for Salina Central is more than just remembering cheers and routines. It’s about being a welcoming ambassador for the school. They (cheer squad) help build school pride and school spirit, which is especially important at high-energy events like football and basketball games,” said Salina Central coach, Breahna McCool. “The team’s […]
Salina South’s Sean Iselin – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning While Salina South’s Sean Iselin did not spend a ton of time in the pool this offseason, he still focused on working on his health. “I worked a decently physically demanding job over the summer as well as played football and attended all the lifting and agility sessions that went along with that,” Iselin said. “I […]
Kapaun’s Swim – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning It doesn’t matter that Dale Hickman is in his first year as the Kapaun Mount Carmel boys swimming coach. Expectations don’t change. “As a first year coach at KMC I knew I was stepping into a program that had won the GWAL Championship for the past two seasons and had finished in […]