Gardner Edgerton’s Charlee Latteman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Gladstone
By Angela Brunk At Gardner Edgerton High School, senior shortstop and utility standout Charlee Latteman is entering her final softball season with high expectations and unfinished business. Latteman is energized by the talent and chemistry surrounding this year’s team, believing the group has the potential to make a deep postseason run and compete for a […]
St. James Academy’s Dalton Ashley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Lenexa
By Angela Brunk At St. James Academy, 11th grader Dalton Ashley is gearing up for an exciting 2026 baseball season. Known for his versatility, Ashley can play first base, second base, third base, and pitch. An attribute that makes him a key utility player for the Thunder. Heading into the season, his main focus is […]
Blue Valley’s Maria Portela – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Leawood
By Angela Brunk At Blue Valley High School, junior sprinter and jumper Maria Portela is entering the track and field season with big goals and a relentless drive to improve. Competing in the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, 4×1 relay, and long jump, Portela has already established herself as one of the top athletes in Kansas, […]
Blue Valley’s Amelia Hansen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Leawood
By Angela Brunk At Blue Valley High School, senior Amelia Hansen is entering her final track and field season with momentum, confidence, and ambitious goals. A standout in pole vault, Hansen is equally excited about expanding her role on the team by competing in the 4×1 and 4×4 relays, embracing every opportunity to contribute alongside […]