Wichita East’s Kayden Morrison – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance

Kayden Morrison of Wichita East set out this season with a clear goal: help his team finish with a winning record and knock off opponents the Aces had not beaten during his time in the program. That goal has started to become reality, highlighted by key wins over Kapaun Mount Carmel, Wichita Heights and Andover […]

Caldwell’s Brecken Hutsler – Student Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Tractor

For Brecken Hutsler, involvement in both 4-H and FFA has been about far more than livestock projects and conventions. It has been an opportunity to grow as a leader, build friendships and create memories that will last a lifetime. Hutsler said agriculture-based organizations have been part of life for years, beginning with 4-H at a […]

Wichita East’s Rowan Guebara – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Caleb Hanke State Farm

For Rowan Guebara, the final stretch of her high school softball career at Wichita East High School has been about more than stats or accolades. It has been about relationships, growth and finishing strong with the group of teammates she has built over the years. “My primary focus this season was to finish off my […]

Wellington’s Camden White – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT

For Camden White, involvement has always been about more than athletics and activities. The Wellington student has spent his high school years finding ways to lead, encourage others and make a positive impact both in school and in the community. White has been heavily involved in athletics during high school. He earned varsity letters in […]

Wichita East’s Alyssa Awtrey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M&M Insurance Associates

Alyssa Awtrey has built her season around leadership, consistency and connection in the midfield for Wichita East, focusing less on individual recognition and more on team development. “My main focus this season was helping our team grow together and continue improving every game,” Awtrey said. “I wanted us to build strong chemistry, stay motivated, and […]

Clearwater’s Easton Carter – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ

For Easton Carter, success this season has been measured by much more than statistics. The Clearwater standout has embraced a leadership role while helping guide a young team through the ups and downs of the season. “My main focus was playing free and being a leader for the young team we have this year,” Carter […]

Bishop Carroll’s Landon Englert – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago

For Bishop Carroll Catholic High School distance runner Landon Englert, this track and field season has centered on one goal — proving he belongs among the state’s elite long-distance runners. Englert entered the spring with lofty expectations after a breakout junior campaign that included all-state finishes and conference honors. Now, the senior has his sights […]

Kapaun Mount Carmel’s Carson Bachrodt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by All Seasons Custom Apparel

Carson Bachrodt has set a high standard for himself this season, balancing individual goals with a focus on leadership for the Kapaun Mount Carmel boys golf team. “My primary focus this season is to become a better golfer, but also become the best leader and teammate I can be,” Bachrodt said. “At the start of […]

YMCA for all – Kelly Hardwell – Presented by The YMCA

Since 2022, Kelly Hardwell has spent countless hours at the YMCA helping young athletes grow both on and off the basketball court. Hardwell volunteers as a coach for girls and boys basketball, focusing on teaching fundamentals while also building confidence and character in the athletes he works with. “I coach girls and boys basketball, working […]

Andover’s Lili Thiessen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance

Lili Thiessen has spent her final high school soccer season trying to do more than score goals. Off the field, Thiessen focused on reshaping the team culture at Andover, prioritizing intensity, respect and unity within a program she said had previously dealt with internal challenges. “My primary focus for this season was creating a team […]