St. James Academy’s Emmitt Peters – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Ken Hansard Emmitt Peters, a senior combo shooting guard / point guard for St. James Academy, enters his final year for the Thunder with some lofty goals, “As a team, we’d definitely like to win the EKL and go on a deep state tournament run. Personally, I would like to earn MVP of […]
Chase County’s Madelyn Wilson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by KTAG

By Ken Hansard Madelyn Wilson, senior center for the Chase County Bulldogs, has already compiled an impressive sports resume, but adding to her accomplishments in basketball will have to await her healing process. Wilson, a First-Team All-Flint Hills and an All-State performer, who had already put up 1000 career points by midway through her […]
Chanute’s Averee Hicks – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance

Photo by Dey-Leigh Umbarger By Angela Brunk As she enters her senior year at Chanute High School, Averee Hicks is determined to make her final basketball season her strongest yet. Primarily a post player, with the versatility to step into a forward role when needed, Hicks has become a cornerstone for the Blue Comets thanks […]
Caney Valley’s Alexyus Theiss – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink

Photo by Sherri Montgomery By Angela Brunk As a junior at Caney Valley High School, Alexyus Theiss is stepping into the new basketball season with determination, excitement, and a clear vision for what she wants to accomplish. Playing as a shooting guard, Theiss brings energy, confidence, and a growing leadership presence to the Bullpups roster. […]
Erie’s Kylie Hodgden – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance

Photo by Jennifer Han By Angela Brunk As she enters her senior year, Kylie Hodgden is stepping onto the court with confidence, experience, and a clear vision for her final high school basketball season. Playing as a post player and forward, Hodgden has embraced the physicality and leadership her position requires, and this year, she’s […]