Maize’s Ellie Wisdom – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Peoples Bank and Trust
Maize’s Ellie Wisdom is especially looking forward to sharing her final season with her younger sister and the teammates she has grown close to throughout
Newton’s Cason Horton – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Platinum PDR and Paint
Horton is looking forward to his final Friday night lights, hoping to make an impact on the field while leaving behind an example for the
Newton’s Gracie Newhouse – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Charlsen Insurance Agency Inc.
Newhouse is focused on helping the Railers grow together, take advantage of their experience and establish themselves as one of the top teams in the
Halstead’s Bailey Bernal – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Halstead Bank
Halstead’s Bailey Bernal enters her senior season determined to help the Dragons reach their potential while building memories with some of her closest friends —
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 – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Brothers Roofing & Construction LLC and Pro Op
Juan David has spent nearly his entire life chasing improvement on the soccer field. Now entering his 14th year playing the sport, the Valley Center
Kansas Girls Flag Football – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Kansas girls flag football is entering a new era, and coaches around Kansas are seeing players embrace the opportunity to compete in a sport that
Circle’s Avery Wartick – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wartick Insurance Agency
Avery Wartick enters the upcoming season ready to take on a new role while helping Circle volleyball pursue a return to the state tournament. Wartick,
Rose Hill Boys Soccer – Team Spotlight – Presented by Timothy Hottovy Edward Jones
With most of its roster returning, Rose Hill High School boys soccer enters the 2026 season with a clear objective: repeat as Class 4A state
YMCA for All – Kelly Hardwell – Presented by YMCA Wichita
Kelly Hardwell was chosen as the YMCA annual Coach of the Year. He was picked for this honor through a nomination process of staff members
Haven’s Isaiah Doherty – Cross Country Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Isaiah Doherty enters the Haven High School cross country season with high expectations after a strong junior year that saw him finish among the state’s
Buhler’s Sofia Spies – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by PrairieStar Health Center
Buhler’s Sofia Spies finished last season with a 27-7 record, winning a league championship before placing second at regionals and second at state. This year,