Sylvan-Lucas’ Caleb Dlabal – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wilson State Bank
Sylvan-Lucas junior Caleb Dlabal approaches cross country with a mindset rooted in improvement, community and the relationships built along the way. Dlabal, who also competes in track and manages the basketball team, has found a home on the cross country course. Whether he is training on dirt roads near home, running in town with friends […]
Ellsworth Bearcats – Volleyball Team – Presented by Berkeley Capital Management and Relentless Training
The Ellsworth Bearcats enter the volleyball season with something the program had not experienced in three decades: the confidence that comes with reaching the state tournament. After making their first state tournament appearance in 30 years last season, the Bearcats return several players who played significant roles in key positions, giving the team valuable experience […]
Canton-Galva’s Jaxon Chrislip – Athlete Spotlight
As the Canton-Galva Eagles prepare for another season, Jaxon Chrislip is eager to see the work he and his teammates put in during the offseason translate to success on the field. “The first thing that comes to mind is that I have the opportunity to play football,” Chrislip said. “I’m extremely lucky to have the […]
Hillsboro’s Amyah Werth – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hillsboro Ford
Hillsboro High School senior Amyah Werth has learned that athletics can build more than strength, skill and confidence. Through volleyball, she has developed resilience, leadership and a deeper appreciation for the people who have shaped her on and off the court. Werth said the person who has influenced her most is her mother, whose example […]
Clay Center’s Addy Pladson, Lily Edwards and Raimee Lipker – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Gurney Grafix, KCLY, and Justin Tadtman Farm Bureau Financial Services
Clay Center High School seniors Addy Pladson, Lily Edwards and Raimee Lipker have found much more than competition through athletics. The relationships, shared goals and daily commitment that come with being part of a team have shaped their final year as student-athletes. Pladson especially appreciates the people around her in the Clay Center program. From […]
Ellsworth’s Kinly Place – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Place Insurance
Ellsworth High School junior Kinly Place brings more than volleyball ability to the court. As the team’s lone setter in a 5-1 offense, Place takes on a central role while valuing the relationships, resilience and leadership that surround the program. “I don’t think this question applies to me as I am the only setter and […]
Hellas Construction Delivers High-Performance Turf for Miami Hurricanes
When one of college football’s most recognizable programs invests in its facilities, the playing surface has to meet a high standard. Hellas Construction partnered with the University of Miami on a Phase 1 and Phase II football project at the Hurricanes’ athletics complex in Coral Gables, Florida. The project included installation of Hellas’ Matrix Helix® […]
Hillsboro’s Emerson Corby – Athlete Spotlight
Hillsboro Emerson Corby has experienced plenty of growth himself since beginning cross country as a seventh grader. His first mile was 12 minutes, 50 seconds. Four years later, he has cut nearly half that time from his mile and lowered his 5K time to 23:33. “I am also excited to improve my times as I […]
Sylvan-Lucas’ Morgan Finkenbinder – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Finkenbinder Farms LLC
Sylvan-Lucas volleyball player Morgan Finkenbinder is excited to see how the Mustangs develop together and believes the team has the talent and mindset to make a postseason run. “I am most excited to see how much our team grows together throughout the season,” Finkenbinder said. “I am also looking forward to improving as a middle […]
Lincoln’s Ethney Sheldon – Athlete Spotlight
For Lincoln senior Ethney Sheldon, the 2026 volleyball season represents more than just another year on the court. It is a chance to lead a team she has grown up playing alongside and make one final push toward the state tournament. The Leopards opened the season 6-1, marking the best start of Sheldon’s high school […]