Independence’s Javen Colbert – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Ken Hansard  Independence High junior quarterback Javen Colbert fractured his ankle prior to his sophomore season. After a strenuous rehab regimen, Colbert returned to the gridiron to run for an eye-popping four touchdowns against Rose Hill.  Now a junior, he is looking to make outstanding performances such as that his weekly routine.   Playing in […]

Wichita North’s Eli Judson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by WSU Tech

Photo by Ann Haberly  By Angela Brunk  As he enters his senior year at Wichita North High School, wide receiver and kick returner Eli Judson is locked in on making this season his best yet. After an impressive junior campaign that earned him Honorable Mention All-City as both a wide receiver and kick returner, and […]

Andover Central’s Paxton McLeod – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

Photo by Lindy McLeod  By Angela Brunk  As Paxton McLeod heads into his senior year at Andover Central, the veteran center and nose guard is embracing his role as both a leader and a competitor. After years of grinding in the trenches, McLeod is focused on setting the tone for the underclassmen and helping continue […]