Football Preview CONWAY SPRINGS CARDINALS

Conway Springs, coached by Matt Biehler, will lean on experienced seniors in the trenches in 2026. Biehler’s nominations highlight linemen Caleb Newell and Lucas Billups, both returning starters up front. Newell is a two-year starter who has played on both the offensive and defensive lines the past two seasons, giving the Cardinals valuable versatility and […]

Football Preview COLUMBUS TITANS

Columbus, under head coach Blake Burns, will rely on a tough, tackling-heavy defensive core in 2026. Burns’ nominations spotlight linebackers Braun Stone and Shade Schuberger, two seniors whose production and leadership shape the Titans’ identity. Stone was Columbus’ leading tackler last season and earned all-league honors as a junior, reflecting his consistency and impact. Burns […]

Football Preview CENTRAL PLAINS OILERS

Central Plains, led by head coach J.D. Johnson, will again be guided by longtime starting quarterback Brodie Crites. Crites has been the Oilers’ starter under center since day one of his freshman year, giving Central Plains a four-year leader at the most important position. Over that span he has earned multiple all-league, all-district and all-state […]

Football Preview Basehor-Linwood Bobcats

Basehor-Linwood, under head coach Rod Stallbaumer, will again lean on ironman toughness and elite strength as it follows up a 5A state runner-up finish. Stallbaumer’s nomination centers on Gavin Mitchell, the only true two-way player in the Bobcats’ program. Mitchell starts at nose tackle on defense and at running back on offense, an increasingly rare […]