Hutchinson Trinity’s Kaid McElgunn – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning For Hutchinson Trinity’s Kaid McElgunn, the mindset heading into the baseball season is simple: get better. “I would say my primary focus this season is to just be better than last year,” McElgunn said. “Improvement is always ideal for a sport like baseball.” That steady approach hasn’t stopped McElgunn from setting ambitious […]
Wichita East’s Greyson Jowdy – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Caleb Hanke State Farm
By Matt Browning Wichita East baseball player Greyson Jowdy has his sights set on one thing this season: winning. “My primary focus for this season is winning. I want to make a run into the playoffs this year,” Jowdy said. “We have a strong group of guys that can get us there if we work […]
Norwich’s Kimberlyn Grim – Driving Change Athlete – Presented by KTAG
By Matt Browning Norwich’s Kimberlyn Grim placed in the top five in two events at the Class 5-1A swim meet last season. Grim took second in the 200 freestyle and fifth in the 100 backstroke. Those results helped Grim earn a spot at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where she will continue her swimming […]
Central Burden’s Ty Henderson – Student Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Tractor Co
By Matt Browning Central Burden’s Ty Henderson has a long background in FFA and agriculture, rooted in strong family ties. “My mom’s parents own a small dairy farm, where I learned what it means to work hard and appreciate all of the hours that farmers and ranchers dedicate to feeding our country,” Henderson said. “That […]
Wichita Northwest’s Brice Campbell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance
By Matt Browning For Wichita Northwest golfer Brice Campbell, this season is about more than scores. It’s about growth. Campbell, a leader for the Grizzlies, has centered his focus on improving areas of his game that haven’t always been strengths, while continuing to build the mindset that has helped him stand out. “My main primary […]
Wellington’s Easton Lynnes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
By Matt Browning Wellington’s Easton Lynnes was influenced by family members to join the Wellington SCCDAT club. “I started with SCCDAT at the start of my freshman year in Aug 2024,” Lynnes said. “I was exposed to SCCDAT from my older brother and sister, and knew the positive experiences they had with the organization.” One […]
Hutchinson’s Keyla Fernandez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by PrairieStar Health Center
By Matt Browning The Hutchinson girls soccer team lost several key contributors to graduation, but the Salthawks also return a mix of experience and promising young talent. Those factors have returning honorable mention all-league defender Keyla Fernandez optimistic about the upcoming season. “It’s a new season, means a whole new team,” Fernandez said. “We lost […]
Kingman’s Braylon Price – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jon Wollen State Farm
By Blake Chadwick After an injury sidelined senior Braylon Price for his final season, he has had to find other ways to make an impact. “Braylon is an incredible athlete—hardworking, dedicated and a natural leader,” head coach Garrett Higgins said. “Losing him mid-football season was tough, and his absence is being felt just as strongly […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Reese Goetz – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning For softball player Reese Goetz, the decision to continue her athletic and academic career at Hutchinson Community College came down to a combination of strong facilities, supportive coaches and a welcoming team environment. “When I was being recruited, the facilities really stood out to me,” Goetz said. “They have a really nice […]
Maize South’s Caroline Giroux – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Next season, Maize South High School senior Caroline Giroux will attend the University of Central Arkansas, but for now she is focused on her final high school season. “What excites me most about this upcoming season is the opportunity to grow our team’s talent and build strong friendships that will improve our […]