Smoky Valley’s Kaden Bishop – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

It has been about growth, leadership and making the most of every opportunity alongside a close-knit team chasing big goals for Smoky Valley’s Kaden Bishop. “My primary focus for my senior season was improvement and enjoying it,” Bishop said. “With it being my last season, I wanted to continually get better and take in every […]
Abilene’s Nolan Wilkins – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

Abilene junior Nolan Wilkins focused his season on becoming a steady presence his team could count on in every situation, whether at the plate, in the field or in the dugout. “My primary focus this season was being more consistent in every part of my game,” Wilkins said. “I wanted to become someone my team […]
May/June 2026 Southeast Kansas Magazine

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May/June 2026 North Central Kansas Magazine
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Independence’s Mason Lawrence – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

For Mason Lawrence, success this season has centered on consistency, leadership and continuing to help Independence compete at a high level on the golf course. Lawrence said his primary focus entering the season was becoming a more dependable player while continuing to grow into a leadership role for his teammates. “My main focus this season […]
Derby’s Logan Davis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

For Logan Davis, this season was about growth — both on and off the track. The Derby athlete entered the year focused on improving his performances while continuing to develop as a teammate and leader for the Panthers’ program. “My primary focus this season was to progress as much as possible and to grow as […]
Andover’s Tatum Ford – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

Andover’s Tatum Ford set a clear standard for his season on the golf course: consistency, growth and team success. “My primary focus this season was to give it my all and be the best player and teammate that I could be for myself and my team,” Ford said. “My main goal that I want to […]
Benefits of Walking With a Weighted Vest – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

Walking is one of the most accessible and sustainable forms of exercise. It supports cardiovascular health, improves blood sugar control, helps manage body weight, and is generally easy on the joints. For many people, especially as they age, walking becomes the foundation of staying active because it feels safe, predictable, and repeatable. The challenge is […]
Canton-Galva’s John Erskin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Matt Browning John Erskin has spent this track and field season focused on refinement, resilience and running faster in the sprint events for Canton-Galva. This season, he has recorded a 12.32 in the 100-meter dash and a 24.67 in the 200-meter dash while anchoring the 4×100 relay. His personal bests from the 2024 season […]