Rose Hill’s Luke Nottingham – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Luxury Lavatories
For Rose Hill’s Luke Nottingham, few things compare to the atmosphere of Friday night football in his hometown. “I look forward to just playing under the lights Friday nights with the same guys I’ve grown up with,” Nottingham said. “To me, there’s nothing better than playing in front of your hometown Friday nights.” As Rose […]
Buhler’s John Aldrich – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Don Tolar American Family Insurance
John Aldrich is looking forward to testing himself when Buhler faces some of its toughest opponents this season. “I’m excited about Maize South and McPherson games because they are big games in our eyes, and the whole team will mostly have an intense energy high,” Aldrich said. Aldrich said his personal focus this season is […]
Rose Hill’s Kai Kirchhoff-Jones – Athlete Spotlight – Presented By KTA Construction & Maintenance
Rose Hill senior running back and safety Kai Kirchhoff-Jones has built his varsity football career on values that started at home and grew under Friday night lights. Kirchhoff-Jones, a Rose Hill High School varsity player, said his biggest inspiration begins with his family. “My mom inspires me to be the best version of myself everyday. […]
Wellington’s Jackson Curry – Wide Receiver Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
Jackson Curry is ready to turn the work he put in during the offseason into production on the field for the Wellington High School football team. The senior has spent the months leading up to the season preparing himself physically and mentally, while also building chemistry with his teammates. For Curry, the excitement comes from […]
Augusta Orioles – Football Preview – Presented by Cindy Waggoner State Farm
Last Season: 5-6 Augusta heads into Dawson Elliott’s second season looking to build on a 5-6 year that the staff described as a foundation-setting season marked by growth, resilience and a regional playoff push. The Orioles believe their defensive returners, team chemistry and veteran leadership can help carry momentum forward even as they replace major […]
Circle Thunderbirds – Football Preview – Presented by Cindy Waggoner State Farm
Last season: 1-8 Circle heads into 2026 with a new voice and a clear developmental focus under first-year head coach Travis Rauh, who inherits a young team that he says is “improving every day” and learning what it takes to be successful consistently. The Thunderbirds are intent on finishing the summer strong and carrying that […]
Wellington’s Colton Elmore – Quarterback Poll Winner – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Colton Elmore is embracing both the challenge and opportunity that comes with leading Wellington into a new season. The quarterback is eager to see how the Crusaders respond to a revamped schedule while continuing to build chemistry as a team. One game in particular already has Elmore’s attention: a rivalry matchup with Mulvane that returns […]
Wellington’s Cameron Rosenberg – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
With a new season approaching, Wellington senior offensive lineman Cameron Rosenberg believes the Crusaders are ready to build on last year’s success despite replacing a talented senior class. “I really am excited about how we’re going to fill the gaps this past year’s senior class has left us and see if we can keep up […]
Bluestem’s Axton Vice – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Russ Herman State Farm
Entering the 2026 season, Bluestem’s Axton Vice is eager to see how far the Lions have come after an offseason built on hard work and determination. While Bluestem graduated several key senior linemen, Vice believes the team’s offseason commitment has positioned it to take a step forward this fall. “The thing I’m most excited about […]
Clearwater’s Curtis Campa – Athlete Spotlight
As Clearwater High School outside linebacker Curtis Campa heads into his senior season, he carries with him a love of the game, a sense of brotherhood and lessons he says will last long after the Friday night lights fade. Campa, who will be a senior in the fall, said one of his biggest inspirations is […]