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 final opportunity with teammates he has competed alongside for four years. “My main focus was to make it to state,” Ludwig said. “In the last three years individually I have […]
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 a solid 2024-25 season that included three top-10 finishes and a tie for 37th place at the Class 4A State Tournament, Patterson entered this season focused less on mechanics and […]
May/June 2026 Southeast Kansas Magazine

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May/June 2026 North Central 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 legacy built on leadership, perseverance and service. Schumaker stayed involved in a variety of activities during her high school career, participating in tennis, diving, National Honor Society and math club. […]
Fort Scott Golf – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita

The Fort Scott golf team has built its season around experience, depth and a senior class that has set the tone from the start. Head coach Jon Barnes said the program’s identity begins with its three senior leaders — Reece Roberts, Teegan Stiles and Caleb Hall — each of whom has shaped the Tigers’ consistent […]
Iola’s Baron Folk – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina

For Baron Folk, the biggest key to this season has been finding the balance between enjoying the game and competing at a high level. “My main focus this season was to go have fun but be competitive at the same time,” Folk said. “I wanted to be more consistent throughout the season. The last couple […]
Iola’s Brennen Coffield – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink

For Brennen Coffield, success this season has started with mentality. The Iola golfer said his biggest focus throughout the year has been maintaining a positive mindset while competing and playing the best golf possible each time he steps onto the course. “My main focus was to keep a good mindset throughout the season,” Coffield said. […]
Parson’s Brok McDaniel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preston Page Shelter Insurance

For Brok McDaniel, this golf season became about much more than scores on a scorecard. It became proof of how far persistence and positivity can take an athlete. McDaniel entered the season with a simple goal: break 100. “My primary focus this season was to break a hundred,” McDaniel said. “I was never really that […]