Newton’s Cason Horton – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Platinum PDR and Paint
Horton is looking forward to his final Friday night lights, hoping to make an impact on the field while leaving behind an example for the younger players who will follow him. “I am most excited for these last Friday night lights games and putting my mark out there as the best player I can be,” […]
Newton’s Gracie Newhouse – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Charlsen Insurance Agency Inc.
Newhouse is focused on helping the Railers grow together, take advantage of their experience and establish themselves as one of the top teams in the league. “This volleyball season, I’m most excited to see how much our team improves,” Newhouse said. “I’ve played with some of these girls since sixth grade, so I can’t wait […]
Halstead’s Bailey Bernal – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Halstead Bank
Halstead’s Bailey Bernal enters her senior season determined to help the Dragons reach their potential while building memories with some of her closest friends — including her younger sister, Brenley. “This upcoming season I am most excited to see what we can accomplish as a team,” Bernal said. “I have some of my best friends […]
Newton’s Christian Henderson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Gathering Church and Fly Manufacturing
Christian Henderson has seen the work it has taken to help turn Newton football around, and he is proud to be part of the group leading the charge. As Henderson prepares for the upcoming season, he is most excited about playing alongside teammates who have put in the same level of work and commitment. “I […]
Valley Center’s Juan David – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Brothers Roofing & Construction LLC and Pro Op
Juan David has spent nearly his entire life chasing improvement on the soccer field. Now entering his 14th year playing the sport, the Valley Center High School senior and captain is preparing for his final high school season with a combination of experience, ambition and a desire to leave a lasting legacy. For David, the […]
El Dorado’s Daniel Bowlin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Panda Productions
Daniel Bowlin believes El Dorado football has an opportunity to make a statement this season. After difficult seasons in recent years, Bowlin sees a team growing more confident and competitive with each practice. He is excited to see what the Wildcats can accomplish against a challenging schedule. “The thing I’m most excited about for this […]
Circle’s Cate Rogers – Athlete Spotlight
Cate Rogers enters her senior season at Circle High School with high expectations for herself and the Thunderbirds. After reaching 1,000 career assists as a junior and earning AVCTL Division III second-team honors, Rogers is focused on continuing to improve while helping Circle take the next step as a team. “This season I am most […]
Eisenhower’s Emmarie Barger – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists
After her junior season was cut short by a season-ending ankle injury, Eisenhower’s Emmarie Barger is entering her senior year with renewed motivation and a strong desire to help the Tigers break through the substate barrier. “I am most excited for the opportunity to make it to state,” Barger said. “We haven’t been able to […]
Maize’s Isaac Steele – Cross Country Poll Winner – Presented by B&B Builders
While Maize cross country runner Isaac Steele enjoys spending time with his teammates during road trips and overnight meets, including Rim Rock Farm, state and Nike Heartland Regionals, it is the competition that keeps him coming back. “But what I love most is the races,” Steele said. “Being able to compete in races is the […]
Maize’s Cohen Myers – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by InMotion
The Maize boys soccer team enters the season with plenty of experience, including a strong group of upperclassmen. Cohen Myers hopes that experience, combined with the team’s chemistry and leadership, can propel the Eagles to the state tournament. “With so many leaders on this team, we are hoping this is the year we can make […]