
Sylvan-Lucas’ Caleb Dlabal – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wilson State Bank
Sylvan-Lucas junior Caleb Dlabal approaches cross country with a mindset rooted in improvement, community and the relationships built along the way. Dlabal, who also competes

Ellsworth Bearcats – Volleyball Team – Presented by Berkeley Capital Management and Relentless Training
The Ellsworth Bearcats enter the volleyball season with something the program had not experienced in three decades: the confidence that comes with reaching the state

Canton-Galva’s Jaxon Chrislip – Athlete Spotlight
As the Canton-Galva Eagles prepare for another season, Jaxon Chrislip is eager to see the work he and his teammates put in during the offseason

Hillsboro’s Amyah Werth – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hillsboro Ford
Hillsboro High School senior Amyah Werth has learned that athletics can build more than strength, skill and confidence. Through volleyball, she has developed resilience, leadership

Clay Center’s Addy Pladson, Lily Edwards and Raimee Lipker – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Gurney Grafix, KCLY, and Justin Tadtman Farm Bureau Financial Services
Clay Center High School seniors Addy Pladson, Lily Edwards and Raimee Lipker have found much more than competition through athletics. The relationships, shared goals and

Ellsworth’s Kinly Place – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Place Insurance
Ellsworth High School junior Kinly Place brings more than volleyball ability to the court. As the team’s lone setter in a 5-1 offense, Place takes

Pittsburg Dragons – Boys Soccer – Presented by Matt Robertson State Farm
The Pittsburg Dragons aren’t interested in starting over. They’re building on what they already have. After putting together a 14-4 record and finishing 9-1 in

Fredonia Yellowjackets – Volleyball Preview – Presented by Tammy Baker Shelter Insurance
With a new season comes a clean slate, and the Fredonia Yellowjackets are ready to turn that opportunity into another chapter for a program that

Frontenac Raiders – Cross Country – Presented by Bekah Harlan Shelter Insurance
Cross country is a sport built on patience. There are no shortcuts. No quick fixes. Just miles, repetition and the willingness to keep pushing when

Independence Bulldogs – Boys Soccer – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
A successful season can provide confidence. For the Independence boys soccer team, it can also provide a measuring stick. The Bulldogs enter the 2026 season

Pittsburg Dragons – Volleyball Preview – Presented by Matt Robertson State Farm
The Pittsburg Dragons enter the 2026 volleyball season looking to build on the momentum generated during the closing stretch of last season. Pittsburg finished the

Neodesha Blue Streaks – Football Preview – Presented by Tammy Baker Shelter Insurance
The Neodesha Bluestreaks enter the 2026 football season with experience on their side and an opportunity to turn last year’s lessons into a successful campaign.





