Salina Central’s Grayton Gross – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning As one of the top pitchers in Class 5A, Grayton Gross’ most valuable asset is his arm. So being able to maintain it throughout the baseball season is vital. “You have to get every part of your body moving well so it doesn’t put extra stress on your arm,” said Gross, who […]
Hodgeman County Girls Track – Team Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
There’s something special about a team that returns seasoned athletes who know what it takes to reach the podium. That’s exactly the case for the Hodgeman County High School girls track team this spring. With three state placers back in the fold, the Lady Longhorns have high expectations—and the firepower to back them up. “We […]
Wamego’s Conner Blume – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by KTAG
VYPE: What do you love most about being a student-athlete at Wamego HS? Connor Blume: I love the small community and the people that I’m surrounded with. I know I have a great supporting cast between my friends, teammates, coaches and teachers. VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and do you have a favorite […]
Russell’s Girls Track – Team Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
A program once fighting just to qualify athletes for state has become a contender. The Russell High School girls track team turned heads last season by finishing 15th at the state meet, racking up 17 points and sending multiple competitors to Wichita. Now, they’re aiming even higher. “We didn’t qualify anyone two years ago, and […]
Wichita South’s Austin Nguyen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Angela Brunk Austin Nguyen, a senior student-athlete at Wichita South High School, has made a name for himself not only as a dominant force on both sides of the football line, playing left tackle and defensive tackle, but also on the track. This season, Nguyen entered with clear goals during football to deepen his […]