
Labette County’s Reece Ludwig – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Salina Tech
This season has been about more than scores for Labette County’s Reece Ludwig. It has been about growth, consistency and making the most of his

Chanute’s Kobe Patterson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
Consistency and confidence have become the foundation of success for Kobe Patterson of Chanute as he continues to make strides on the golf course. After

May/June 2026 Southeast Kansas Magazine
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Maize South’s Sydney Schumaker – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Simply Hygiene
As Sydney Schumaker prepares to graduate from Maize South High School and begin her college journey at Fort Hays State University, she leaves behind a

Sylvan-Lucas’s Harlee Nelson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by BRM Farms and Heller Chiropractic LLC
By Blake Chadwick Harlee Nelson is a senior at Sylvan-Lucas who has built her softball career through years of experience, consistency and leadership in the

Inman’s Riley Roots – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Fuqua Construction
By Blake Chadwick Riley Roots is a senior at Inman High School who has built his identity as a distance runner through consistency. The senior

Ellsworth’s Reagan Hansen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Svaty’s Produce
By Hayden Swope As the season nears, Ellsworth’s Reagan Hansen is driven by a familiar goal — qualifying for the state meet — while embracing

Marion’s Jesse Snyder – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by 56 Express Tire & Service
By Matt Browning Rather than focusing on speed or acceleration, Marion’s Jesse Snyder emphasized strength during the offseason to improve his performance. “Throughout my off

Moundridge’s Heath Churchill – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Skatetime LLC
By Cooper Chadwick Helping Moundridge’s boys finish second at state last year, senior Heath Churchill is excited to see how much he and his teammates

Salina South’s Chase Freeman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Matt Browning Chase Freeman focused his season on becoming a reliable contributor to the Salina South varsity golf roster, aiming to help the team










