Wichita Northwest’s Jaylen Mason – Offensive Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope Jaylen Mason of Wichita Northwest is ready to take the next step in his football career, combining skill development with leadership and a deep commitment to his team. “It’s a dream come true to stay home and represent my state, my family, and the Jayhawks,” Mason said. “I’m ready to show what […]
Circle’s Layne Nice – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kathy Richard-Koenigsman State Farm
By Cooper Chadwick The Circle cheer team is led by senior team captain Layne Nice, and she leads with a stellar attitude and a goal to better her teammates. “I have always liked being a leader and helping out coaches on any team I have been a part of, so my leadership skills have added […]
Lyons’ Kennedy Grizzle – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Salina Regional Sports Medicine
By Angela Brunk Kennedy Grizzle is a senior at Lyons High School and a leader both on and off the wrestling mat. Competing in the 105-pound weight class, Grizzle has built an impressive career as she finishes her final high school season. The opportunity to work with underclassmen and show them the joy of being […]
Bishop Carroll’s Macy Wetta – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Simply Hygiene
By Matt Browning Bishop Carroll senior Macy Wetta’s has two proud moments throughout her time in high school. Both have contributed to her growth, but in different ways. “I am most proud of organizing and running a Simply Hygiene drive at my high school, as well as placing eighth in the state for doubles tennis,” […]
McPherson’s Cheer Squad – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope The loud roundhouses, playful chants, and upbeat energy at football and basketball games does not come from nowhere. There on the sidelines at every event, you’ll find McPherson’s cheer team bringing the energy and spirit. Led by Shrine Bowl Coach of the Year Jessie Bernal and assistant coach Megan Werts, the team […]
South East of Saline’s Tiernan Ptacek – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Blake Chadwick Tiernan Ptacek has grown up around basketball, and now, as a junior at Southeast of Saline, he’s applying that lifelong experience to lead his team on the court. “My biggest strengths are giving effort and staying calm under pressure,” Ptacek said. “For our team, I think our biggest strength is resilience. Even […]
Smoky Valley’s Kristian Ryan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Galen Shields State Farm
By Hayden Swope Kristian Ryan of Smoky Valley is excited to build strong connections both on and off the court this season, and put his offseason training to use. “I am most excited to build my relationship with my teammates and coaches,” Ryan said. “This offseason I played summer ball with Heart Over Hustle, coached […]
Ell-Saline’s Grace Heil – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Spencer Cleaning
Photo cred Diane Dowell By Blake Chadwick Grace Heil has been a leader for Ell-Saline High School cheer since she joined the team as a freshman, and now, as a senior, her influence is more evident than ever. “I am a senior at Ell-Saline High School,” Heil said. “My biggest strength within cheerleading is my […]
Salina Sacred Heart’s Nicole Richards – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Salina Ortho
By Hayden Swope Nicole Richards of Salina Sacred Heart is looking forward to making her final cheer season a memorable one, cherishing the connections she has built with her teammates over the years. “I am most excited for my final year with my team,” Richards said. “Over the years, we have worked incredibly hard and […]
Little River Boys Basketball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning As of January 30th, the Little River boys basketball team was 11-1 and ranked No. 3 in Class 1A in the Kansas Basketball Coaches Association poll. “We have done a great job of coming to practice with high energy and effort daily,” said head coach Erik Base. “We feel like we are continuously […]