Rock Hills’ Waysen Colson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Pamela Wirth Farm Bureau Financial Services and CJ Plumbing & Hardware
Rock Hills enters the 2026 football season with renewed optimism, and Waysen Colson believes the program is positioned to take a significant step forward after enduring the challenges of a short-handed roster a year ago. After earning a starting role on both offense and defense as a freshman, Colson returns with valuable varsity experience and […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Andre Williams – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
For Andre Williams, choosing the right college wasn’t just about finding a place to play football. It was about finding an environment that would help him grow on and off the field. That search led Williams to Hutchinson Community College, where he found a program built on accountability, high expectations and a commitment to developing […]
Sylvan-Lucas’ Zayne Maupin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
After putting together one of the state’s most productive seasons a year ago, Sylvan-Lucas standout Zayne Maupin isn’t satisfied with simply repeating that success. The senior is focused on taking another step individually while helping the Mustangs chase a trip to the state playoffs. “I’m most excited about winning games with my teammates and being […]
Pike Valley’s Hutch Hammer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by NCKS Sports
Pike Valley’s Hutch Hammer is focused on becoming a more dominant player as he prepares for the upcoming football season. After gaining valuable varsity experience as a freshman, Hammer said his biggest goal is continuing to develop physically while helping the Panthers take a step forward as a team. “In this upcoming season I am […]
Lincoln Leopards – Football Preview – Presented by Visit Wichita
After coming within one win of a state championship last fall, the Lincoln Leopards enter the 2026 season with one goal in mind: getting back to the title game and finishing the job. Lincoln posted an 11-2 record in 2025, went undefeated in Northern Plains League play at 6-0 and advanced to the Eight-Man Division […]
Little River’s Jaren Garrison – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Commercial Tire
Jaren Garrison isn’t focused on personal accolades entering his final high school football season. Instead, the Little River senior is embracing one last opportunity to compete with his teammates while helping the Redskins take the next step. “I’m very grateful and excited for one more opportunity to play this game,” Garrison said. “It’s a once […]
Lincoln’s Benjamin Bell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Bank of Tescott
After coming within one game of a state championship a season ago, Lincoln senior Benjamin Bell enters his final high school football season with unfinished business. For Bell, the motivation goes beyond wins and statistics. As he prepares to wear the Lincoln Leopard uniform one last time, he wants to leave a lasting impact on […]
Solomon’s Matt Hamm-Jones – Salina Area Linebacker Poll Winner – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Solomon’s Matt Hamm-Jones gets the final opportunity this season to suit up alongside teammates who have become like family throughout his high school career. As he enters his senior season at Solomon High School, Hamm-Jones is motivated by the relationships he’s built and the chance to help the Gorillas continue moving forward. “I’m most excited […]
Inman’s Tyler Jerrick – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by APAC KS Inc
Tyler Jerrick is embracing the urgency that comes with his senior season at Inman. After helping the Teutons put together a successful 2025 campaign, Jerrick is focused on taking the next step both individually and as a team as he prepares for his final year in his hometown colors. “For this season I am most […]
Sterling’s Jacob Lewis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Jacob Lewis knows that successful football programs aren’t built overnight. They’re built through consistency, accountability and a culture that carries from one season to the next. That’s exactly what the Sterling standout linebacker is focused on as the Black Bears prepare for the upcoming season. “The thing I’m most excited about is to continue building […]