Coffeyville’s Bennett Thompson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink

Bennett Thompson: Coffeyville’s Versatile Runner and Leader A small‑town athlete with big ambitions Bennett Thompson isn’t from one of Kansas’s big‑school powerhouses; he runs for Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville, a school that competes against Tri‑Valley programs like Caney Valley. Thompson grew up in a farming family and grew into a multi‑sport athlete, playing […]

Derby’s Maya Harris – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink

Photo by J Craig’s Photos By Angela Brunk Derby junior Maya Harris enters this season with a mindset rooted in growth, leadership, and faith, qualities that make her a key piece of the Derby Lady Panthers. Playing both point guard and shooting guard, Harris approaches each year with maturity, beginning by studying her own film […]

Derby’s Kelby Clingan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ

By Angela Brunk Derby High School junior Kelby Clingan is entering this basketball season with a new level of confidence and excitement. As a versatile small forward and shooting guard, Clingan is focused on improving her game while being a positive, supportive presence for her teammates. “One of my goals this season is every time […]

Colby’s Jordan Jones – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by WSU Tech

Photo by Shea Finley Designs By Angela Brunk Colby High School senior Jordan Jones enters his final season as one of the top guards in Kansas 3A basketball, and he’s setting his goals as high as his work ethic. A dynamic point guard and proven scorer, Jones is aiming for 3A Player of the Year […]