
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.

Newton’s Christian Henderson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Gathering Church and Fly Manufacturing
Christian Henderson has seen the work it has taken to help turn Newton football around, and he is proud to be part of the group

Valley Center’s Juan David Diaz – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Brothers Roofing & Construction LLC and Pro Op
Juan David Diaz has spent nearly his entire life chasing improvement on the soccer field. Now entering his 14th year playing the sport, the Valley

El Dorado’s Daniel Bowlin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Panda Productions
Daniel Bowlin believes El Dorado football has an opportunity to make a statement this season. After difficult seasons in recent years, Bowlin sees a team

Circle’s Cate Rogers – Athlete Spotlight
Cate Rogers enters her senior season at Circle High School with high expectations for herself and the Thunderbirds. After reaching 1,000 career assists as a

Eisenhower’s Emmarie Barger – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists
After her junior season was cut short by a season-ending ankle injury, Eisenhower’s Emmarie Barger is entering her senior year with renewed motivation and a

Maize’s Isaac Steele – Cross Country Poll Winner – Presented by B&B Builders
While Maize cross country runner Isaac Steele enjoys spending time with his teammates during road trips and overnight meets, including Rim Rock Farm, state and





