Maize South’s Caden Papacek – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
With one final season ahead of him, Caden Papacek is focused less on personal statistics and more on helping Maize South make a run at a state championship. After helping the Mavericks finish 18-2-1 and reach the state runner-up spot last season, Papacek is eager to return to the field with his teammates for one […]
Buhler’s Corbin Starkweather – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Claudia Segoviano Shelter Insurance
Corbin Starkweather enters her senior cross country season at Buhler High School with plenty of motivation and lofty goals. After helping the Crusaders win back-to-back state championships, Starkweather is looking to lead Buhler to a third consecutive Class 4A state title while pursuing an individual championship of her own. “I hope to lead my team […]
Eisenhower’s Emilee George – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hathaway Images
Eisenhower senior Emilee George is looking forward to making the most of her final season on the volleyball court, especially with a group of teammates she has grown up playing alongside. With six seniors on the team, George said the Tigers have developed a strong bond over the years. Many of the seniors have played […]
Bishop Carroll’s Lauren DeGroot – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom
Lauren DeGroot enters the upcoming season with high expectations for herself and Bishop Carroll, but more than anything, she is excited to compete alongside a team she believes can make another deep postseason run. “I am so excited and blessed to compete with my amazing team,” DeGroot said. “The girls are some of the most […]
Wichita Northwest’s Karissa Patterson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Dean Jones State Farm
After a successful junior season, Wichita Northwest volleyball player Karissa Patterson is eager to return to the court and see what she and her teammates can accomplish this fall. Patterson is especially looking forward to the competitive nature of the Wichita City League, including Northwest’s first home match of the season against Carroll and Kapaun […]
Derby’s Brodie Knight – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Glassman
Brodie Knight is entering his final season with Derby soccer looking to make the most of his time with his teammates while helping the Panthers put together a winning season. Knight, who primarily played left back last season, is excited for one final opportunity to compete alongside his teammates. “I’m most excited to train with […]
Valley Center’s Caris Claussen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Driving School
Caris Claussen is entering her senior season with the Valley Center High School volleyball team determined to make the most of every opportunity. As a senior captain, Claussen is embracing a larger leadership role while helping the Hornets work toward a successful season and a sub-state championship. “I’m most excited to see what this group […]
Kapaun Mount Carmel’s Reese Christenson – Golf Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
After a strong freshman season that ended with a state championship and a top-10 individual finish, Kapaun Mount Carmel golfer Reese Christenson is looking to take another step forward this fall. Christenson helped the Crusaders win the Class 5A state championship last season while placing eighth individually with a two-day score of 167. She also […]
Valley Center’s Elena Alvarez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rikki Casey Shelter Insurance
The relationships Valley Center’s Elena Alvarez have formed have become a major reason Alvarez enjoys volleyball, and she is looking forward to creating more memories with her teammates throughout the season. In particular, she is excited for the tournaments and the opportunity to see what the Hornets can accomplish together. “I’m excited to see what […]
Cheney’s Stratton Young – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by All Seasons Custom Apparel
Stratton Young enters the cross country season with a clear goal in mind: break the 16-minute barrier in the 5K. The Cheney standout already has established himself as one of Class 3A’s top runners. Young finished fifth individually at the 2025 KSHSAA Class 3A state meet at Rim Rock Farm with a time of 16:32.79. […]