
2026 VYPE Kansas Preseason Girls Basketball Players to Watch List – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Tessa Herrman (Abilene) Tessa has led the team in scoring for the past two seasons despite being face-guarded most nights. She earned All-NCKL and all-state

2026 VYPE Kansas Preseason Boys Basketball Players to Watch List – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Kolt Becker (Abilene) The NCKL’s leading scorer last season, Kolt also ranked among the league’s top rebounders. He will play a major role on both

Independence’s Levi Dillon – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
When the game was on the line against Augusta, Levi Dillon delivered. His overtime game-winner provided one of the season’s most memorable moments for the

KS Midseason FB Watchlist – Presented by Shelter Insurance
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Independence’s Harlin Bagley – Soccer Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
Harlin Bagley made his mark on the Independence Bulldogs’ season early, scoring the opening goal against Chanute with a perfectly placed chip over the goalkeeper.

Derby’s Maya Harris – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink
Photo by J Craig’s Photos By Angela Brunk Derby junior Maya Harris enters this season with a mindset rooted in growth, leadership, and faith, qualities

Derby’s Kelby Clingan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
By Angela Brunk Derby High School junior Kelby Clingan is entering this basketball season with a new level of confidence and excitement. As a versatile

Derby’s Xoey Watie – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Junior point guard Xoey Watie is stepping into this basketball season at Derby High School with confidence, leadership, and focus. Known for

Colby’s Jordan Jones – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by WSU Tech
Photo by Shea Finley Designs By Angela Brunk Colby High School senior Jordan Jones enters his final season as one of the top guards in

Pratt’s Hope Hughes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
Photo by Bill Rea By Angela Brunk Pratt High School senior Hope Hughes enters her final season ready to lead a young Greenback squad with

Emporia’s Rylan Crowell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Tractor
By Angela Brunk Emporia High School’s class of 2026 features one of its most dynamic multi-sport athletes in Rylan Crowell, a standout in both football





