By Blake Chadwick
Zayne Maupin has made a name for himself as a dynamic two-way player for Sylvan-Lucas High School, excelling on both offense and defense.
Over the past year, Maupin set personal and team goals that pushed him to improve as a complete player.
“My personal goal was to improve as a defensive player,” Maupin said. “Our team goals were to fight for a state championship, and we made it pretty close.”
Maupin plans to continue his football career at the next level.
“If given the opportunity, I plan on playing football in college,” Maupin said. “I have visited Fort Hays and spoke with a few other coaches, but am open to going anywhere to play at the college level. If I am not given the opportunity to play in college, I will likely either study culinary or go into the workforce.”
A natural leader on and off the field, Maupin emphasizes leading by example.
“As a leader, I do my best to lead by example, giving 100% into everything we do, whether it be a simple drill or a playoff game. Coach Labertew taught me that whether we are up 100 or down 100, we play the same,” Maupin said.
His stats speak volumes about his impact this season: 205 carries for 1,922 rushing yards and 33 touchdowns, 4-for-6 passing for one touchdown and 50 yards, 211 receiving yards with three touchdowns, 120 tackles, and two fumble recoveries.
