Trinity Catholic’s Sam Vogel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Trinity Catholic senior Sam Vogel is one of the best players in the state and will be a key part in a deep playoff run this season. “My biggest strengths are being able to keep my composure in high-pressure situations and helping coach my teammates so they can get better,” Vogel said. […]
Hutchinson’s Kohlbie Craft – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Hutchinson’s Kohlbie Craft is excited about the potential of her team and what it can accomplish this season. “I’m excited about the group of girls we have this year and I think we could have a great season,” Craft said. During the offseason, Craft stayed active by playing with her club team […]
Kapaun Mount Carmel’s Annabelle Schafer – Driving Change Athlete – Presented by KTAG
By Matt Browning The Kapaun Mount Carmel girls soccer team finished third at the 5A Tournament last season and returning first team all-state defender Annabelle Schafer has plans for the Crusaders to be even better in 2026. “I think the team’s biggest goal this year is to place better than we did last season, and […]
Norwich FFA – Presented by Wichita Tractor
By Matt Browning For a school the size of Norwich, having 55 members in its FFA program is remarkable. Sponsor Lacie Harshbarger believes the program’s high level of involvement appeals to both veteran and novice students. “Norwich FFA stays active throughout the year, attending at least one Career Development Event per month, encouraging our members […]
Wichita Northwest’s JJ Grove – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Excited for his final year with the Grizzlies, Wichita Northwest JJ Grove is playing with no regrets his senior season. Over the offseason, Grove worked on improving his strength but unlike other athletes he focused a lot on his nutrition and recovery. “My mom helps so much with my nutrition and me […]
Collegiate Boys Basketball – Team Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Collegiate
By Cooper Chadwick With only four days of work with his team over the summer ,head coach Nate Schmitt coached Wichita Collegiate to its first state title since 2016. Despite success in the end there were some challenges for Collegiate’s first-year coach. “Timing. Took the job late. Unexpectedly moving my family across the state. Only […]
Hutchinson’s Brooke Hogan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Clinic
By Blake Chadwick A senior’s goals are to always leave the program better than they found it, and of course win a state championship. Hutchinson softball senior Brooke Hogan is no different. Hogan is more than ready to continue to step up her leadership role as she knows just how integral it will be to […]
South Haven’s Kelly Theurer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
By Matt Browning South Haven’s Kelly Theurer has been involved in SCCDAT for four years, and it was a family connection that first piqued her interest in the club. “It all got started when my aunt talked to me about it,” Theurer said. “At the time, she was an SCCDAT staff member and was starting […]