
Maize’s Kaydence Venneman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning Maize cheerleader Kaydence Venneman thinks every school’s cheer squads play a vital part in the gameday experience. “I think having a quality

Hutchinson’s Brehman Gibson-Smith – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Brehmen Gibson-Smith of Hutchinson has been working all offseason for cheer season, and an upcoming competition will showcase her and her team’s

Wichita South’s Katelyn Hall – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Supplement World
By Cooper Chadwick Wichita South’s Katelyn Hall is not just a skilled cheerleader but her head coach Raigan Pankratz talks about her stand out attitude

Hutchinson Trinity’s Isaac Hammersmith – Defensive Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Blake Chadwick Isaac Hammersmith wrapped up an impressive senior season for Trinity Catholic’s football team, showcasing his strength and speed on both sides of

Wichita Northwest’s Jaycee Schur – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Dean Jones State Farm
By Hayden Swope Wichita Northwest’s Jaycee Schur is eager to see her team grow together this season, combining hard work and a shared commitment to

Hutchinson Trinity’s Cheer Team – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Before the start of the cheer season, Hutchinson Trinity coach Bernadett Dillon talks to her team about the importance they have for

Wichita Heights’ Jorelle Hadley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Emprise Bank
By Hayden Swope Wichita Heights’ Jorelle Hadley is ready for an unforgettable season, focused on leadership, teamwork, and chasing championships alongside family. “A couple of

Wichita Northwest’s Aniah Simpson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M&M Insurance Associates
By Cooper Chadwick Wichita Northwest’s Aniah Simpson, a senior power forward and center for the Grizzlies, spent a majority of her offseason preparing to have

Maize’s Talon Verbeck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Last season as a junior, Maize wrestler Talon Verbeck took third at the 138 pound division at the Class 6A tournament. Verbeck views last season

Bishop Carroll’s Owen Newell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago
By Blake Chadwick Owen Newell has built his wrestling career on toughness, grit, and an unbreakable mindset, and as a senior at Bishop Carroll wrestling

Goddard’s Kolton McElwain – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by All Seasons Custom Apparel
By Hayden Swope Kolton McElwain of Goddard placed fifth at the state meet last season, and he’s ready to lead his young wrestling team this

Hutchinson Trinity’s Bentyn Chastain – Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Cooper Chadwick Hutchinson Trinity’s Bentyn Chastain was the captain and leader of a skilled 2025 football team. Chastain played H-back and outside linebacker and












