
Collegiate’s Jai Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Collegiate
For most freshmen, stepping into varsity track and field can be an adjustment. For Wichita Collegiate’s Jai Johnson, it has quickly turned into a breakout

Wichita Southeast’s Phillip Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
For Phillip Johnson, growth this season has been about becoming a more dependable player and finding ways to impact the game in every opportunity he

Wichita East’s Korbyn Werner – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Emprise Bank
Korbyn Werner of Wichita East set clear goals heading into the season, focusing on leadership and production on both sides of the game. “My primary

Wichita Northwest’s Amaia Alvarez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Dean Jones State Farm Insurance
Leadership became a major point of emphasis this season for Amaia Alvarez as the Wichita Northwest senior stepped into a new role as one of

Conway Springs’ Eli Benge – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Davis-Moore Chevrolet
For Eli Benge, growing up in a military family has meant learning lessons about sacrifice, strength and appreciation from someone he admires most — his

Andover Central’s David Thomison – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
David Thomison of Andover Central focused this track and field season on enjoying the sport, building team chemistry and improving his performance across distance events.

YMCA for all – Kelly Hardwell – Presented by The YMCA
Since 2022, Kelly Hardwell has spent countless hours at the YMCA helping young athletes grow both on and off the basketball court. Hardwell volunteers as

Andover’s Lili Thiessen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
Lili Thiessen has spent her final high school soccer season trying to do more than score goals. Off the field, Thiessen focused on reshaping the

Andover’s Brody Fox – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
Andover golfer Brody Fox is closing out a standout high school career defined by consistency, growth and a steady presence in high-pressure moments, while also

Campus’ Madilyn Harris – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Haysville School District
Campus softball standout Madilyn Harris has embraced a leadership role this season while continuing to develop her versatility and defensive range in the outfield. Heading

Maize’s Yareli Garcia – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kevin Shields State Farm Insurance
For Yareli Garcia, this soccer season at Maize centered on growth, adaptability and building confidence on both sides of her game. “My primary focus this

Wichita Heights’ Joshua Banks – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Wichita Heights runner Joshua Banks has spent this season focused on consistency, improvement and contributing to his team’s success every time he steps on the












